MANAGEMENT OF HYDROLOGICAL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND PERSPECTIVE OF THE CONTINGENT VALUATION OF WATER FOR MOUNTAIN BASINS (PB 2020) Paperback

The contingent valuation of water is a crucial aspect of implementing integrated water management strategies in mountain basins. Managing Hydrological Systems (MHS) presents a significant challenge in meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in mountain basins with delicate ecosystems that face numerous pressures, including poverty, rapid urbanization and population growth, limited water supply and sanitation, and the impacts of climate change. The goal of MHS is to promote sustainable water management, and contingent water valuation plays a key role in this by engaging users in the process. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the main issues affecting mountain basins and offers a step-by-step guide to conducting contingent water valuation. Rather than relying on abstract theory, the book uses practical, real-world examples from regions where these challenges have not been thoroughly addressed. It is an essential resource for water resource managers, decision-makers, and policymakers, as well as students and educators seeking to apply the MHS approach.