Moroccan King visit to Brazil confirms particular interest to boost bilateral relations Nov 19, 2009
During a visit of Moroccan Foreign Minister, Mohamed Benaissa, to Brasilia last April, the two sides defined priority questions for Moroccan-Brazilian cooperation, that consisted of environment, water resources, agriculture, housing, tourism and cultural exchanges. They also agreed on the importance to encourage economic operators to take concrete actions and seize opportunities in investment so as to promote two-way trade. (Yahoo News -- Morocco)
BexarMet names new general manager Nov 19, 2009
the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, Thames Water, United Water Resources and Jamaica Water Supply Co.. Mr. Mercado brings to BexarMet a depth of water management experience, a solid track record in implementing capital improvement plans, and the talent to direct staff, says Guadalupe I. Lopez, president of the board of directors for BexarMet. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Political impasse takes Nepal to brink Nov 18, 2009
Visible signs that China is keen to get involved in Nepal's water resources development, an area that previously attracted only Indian attention, is also an indicator of a rapidly changing scenario in South Asia. China is already an observer in a South Asian regional body, the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). (Asia Times Online)
New Water Management Tool May Help Ease Effects Of Drought Nov 18, 2009
A researcher from North Carolina State University has developed an innovative water management framework that would take advantage of these forecasts to plan for droughts or excess rain in order to make the most efficient use of an area's water resources ... "These contracts give end-users, such as farmers and municipalities, some idea of what they can expect -- allowing them to plan accordingly based on the uncertainty in the climate forecasts," Arumugam says, "It also offers insurance in the... (Science Daily)
Letters to the editor Nov 18, 2009
Mr. Schwalbaum allows that Massachusetts vital water resources are much more limited than water professionals and managers previously thought and much more limited than most citizens realize. However, he fails to propose any mechanism by which those limited water resources, and the degraded freshwater ecosystems they support, can be protected from over-exploitation ... Does Mr. Schwalbaum honestly think that DEP will suddenly decide to issue permits that are truly protective of the state s... (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Vice premier urges better use of economic survey data Nov 17, 2009
He pointed out that the survey has made clear the country's energy and water resources consumption, and find out the basic situation of country's second and service industries. He also asked relevant departments to ensure valid and reliable data. (Xinhuanet, China)
Minister In Rambo Show Nov 17, 2009
Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Works and Housing, Dr. Hannah Bissiw, created a scene when she ordered her security detail to arrest a certain Howard, said to be a driver at the Research Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The scene took place outside the view of many staff of the unit, but for the few who saw it, their memories perhaps went back to classic thrillers of years gone by when a former president ordered his security detail to overturn a taxi in Rambo style. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Cache County residents top 2005 list for Utah water use Nov 17, 2009
The state s average daily per capita usage was 258 gallons, according to the state Division of Water Resources. Only Nevada had a higher rate of water use per person 303 gallons per day than Utah, according to a just-released report from the U.S. Geological Survey. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Nigeria: World Leaders Tackle Hunger As Mass Poverty Peaks Nov 16, 2009
" He said that access to food was a fundamental human right and that the "drama" of hunger could only be eliminated by "removing the structural causes" and by investing in agricultural development in poor countries. The global food insecurity situation has worsened and continues to represent a serious threat for humanity. With food prices remaining stubbornly high in developing countries, the number of people suffering from hunger has been growing relentlessly in recent years. The global... (allAfrica.com)
Legislative panels prep for session Nov 16, 2009
Lawmakers have lots of work over next few months. CHEYENNE -- This is the time of year when legislative committee work is coming to fruition after several meetings since lawmakers adjourned in March. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Desalinization plant presents sustainability, waste concerns Nov 15, 2009
Dr. Bruce Thompson, a civil engineering professor at the University of New Mexico and the director of the UNM Water Resources Program, commends Sandoval County for pursuing the desalinization project ... Dr. Karl Wood, the director of the Water Resources Research Institute at New Mexico State University, also expressed concerns about the byproducts ... Guy Bralley, the water resources administrator for Sandoval County, acknowledged that direct injection would be ideal, but it s not practical. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Media must focus on climate change - Sherry Ayittey Nov 15, 2009
She said the world under this condition would receive more trepidation leading to a faster rise in the sea level, heat waves and drought resulting in more conflicts for water resources. She noted that Ghana is having a good share of the climate change as the Eastern Coast of the country, particularly Keta and Ada had in recent years been affected by severe sea erosion. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Desalination works with conservation Nov 15, 2009
It is innovative, and potentially adds a magnificent addition to our local water resources. But we also contend that a constant and committed effort for conservation must be omnipresent in our community every day of the year. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Water bills...and their loopholes Nov 15, 2009
Requires the State Water Resources Control Board to develop "flow criteria" to protect habitat in Delta waterways: The board must conduct instream flow studies for rivers in the Delta watershed by 2012, and for all rivers outside the Sacramento River watershed by 2018. The loophole: "Flow criteria" for Delta waterways are not binding. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Obama's Asia trip: In Singapore, a focus on US staying power Nov 15, 2009
More modest forms of cooperation, such as a recently agreed tie-up between the Mississippi River Commission and the five-nation Mekong River Commission on managing water resources, may be sufficient for now, they say. US message: We're back in Asia. (Christian Science Monitor)
Letter: Build pipelines to handle water Nov 15, 2009
If the California State Water Resources Control Board and Army Corps of Engineers would get together and compare notes, they may be able to figure something out. They both know every bump on the levees and every sandbar or deep spot in all the rivers. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
TEEB report released on the economics of ecosystems and biodiversity for policy makers Nov 14, 2009
Investing $45 billion in protected areas could secure vital nature-based services worth some $5 trillion a year, including the sequestration of carbon, the protection and enhancement of water resources and protection against flooding (Balmford et al. 2002). There are also employment incentives for example, in Bolivia protected-area tourism generates over 20,000 jobs, indirectly supporting over 100,000 people (Pabon-Zamora et al. 2009). (EurekAlert!)
Dr Yaacob Ibrahim to attend ministerial meet on climate change Nov 14, 2009
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Critics on film Nov 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009. "The one common factor that everyone has - whether he's a peasant in Bolivia or the pope in the Vatican, is that in some way, film has touched him.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Calif water deal no quick fix for struggling farms Nov 13, 2009
Lester Snow, director of the state Department of Water Resources, said the water legislation is intended to address long-term solutions for conservation, storage and other infrastructure projects. Earlier this week, Schwarzenegger acknowledged that very little of the bond money would be spent in the early years. (WCAX.com, VT)
A stronger El Nio ups hopes for wet winter Nov 13, 2009
At a conference last week in San Diego hosted by the Department of Water Resources, analysts were "cautiously optimistic", said Jeanine Jones, interstate resources manager. A strengthening El Nino in the Pacific Ocean is the reason researchers are a little more upbeat. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Chinese president meets Singaporean PM Nov 13, 2009
Lee suggested that the two countries should step up cooperation in such fields as city planning, water resources treatment, environment protection and social harmony. China has played an important role in tackling the international financial crisis and the stability, vitality and prosperity of China's economy are conducive to economic recovery in Asia and the world, he said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Water levels go public for first time Nov 12, 2009
If no one steps up, the state Department of Water Resources can take over and charge well owners for monitoring costs. As punishment, the home county of the noncompliant basin will lose state water grants, although there are exceptions for low-income communities. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Water board bans septics in Malibu Nov 12, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 Edition. This fee will not apply to every residents only for about 420 + businesses. (Malibu Times, CA)
Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials Nov 12, 2009
By The Associated Press. Wednesday, November 11, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Congo-Kinshasa: Govt Creates Safety Net by Diversifying Economy [analysis] Nov 12, 2009
Mwanjirah said the management of water resources in the SADC (currently chaired by DRC president Joseph Kabila) region is centre to agricultural competitiveness, which is currently stifled by over-dependence on rainfall for irrigation purposes. Great possibilities abound in Congo's forest, the largest in Africa. (allAfrica.com)
Water restriction deal stops up, as utilities and regulators wrangle Nov 12, 2009
"When the growth comes back and when the demand comes back and it will we're going to be in a position of, again, having to go to highly expensive alternative water supplies," Palm Beach County Utilities Director Bevin Beaudet said at a water resources advisory committee meeting last week. "We have no money for it.". (The Palm Beach Post)
Second African Water Week - AfDB Sets the Scene Nov 12, 2009
She therefore added that the thematic session of this second edition of the African Water Week will help all Africans play a role in helping accelerate the implementation of all national and sub-regional Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) to meet the Sharm El Sheikh's targets. In July 2009, the African Heads of State and Government at the Sharm El Sheikh summit in Egypt made a commitment to meet the MDG targets on water and sanitation. (allAfrica.com)
- A Reader Writes: Wrong lawsuit, wrong valley 0 Nov 12, 2009
Consider that the Owens Valley scenario involved no State Water Resources Control Board hearings or approval, no environmental impact report and no public workshops or participation in the process (not exactly the Imperial Valley QSA experience, is it ... The district has been and will remain dedicated to protecting the water resources of the Imperial Valley. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Trucker's kin blame Caltrans for death plunge Nov 11, 2009
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Water cases send dollars flowing to lawyers Nov 11, 2009
People who previously didn t need legal help are going to need legal help, said Bruce Jackson, a partner at Atlanta-based Arnall Golden Gregory LLP and co-leader of the firm s newly formed Water Resources Practice Team ... With their experience in water resources law, LLP and LLP the two Atlanta-based firms representing the state would be expected to pick up some of that work. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
A very special number Nov 11, 2009
Conversely, green groups say we can't afford that kind of pressure on the environment and water resources. Immigration Minister Amanda Vanstone declines to talk of an optimum number. (Yahoo News -- Population Issues)
Afghan cash startsgoing to China Nov 11, 2009
The Saindak mine draws on water resources from the Taftan-Tahlab basin. These resources, which are shared with neighboring Iran, have not been evaluated. (Asia Times Online)
WHAT THEY ARE NOT SAYING...about the comprehensive water deal? Nov 11, 2009
This measure adds 25 new state positions at the State Water Resources Control Board and empowers them to adopt emergency regulations and issue significant fines. This measure increases water rights fees, which will raise water rates. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
World Bank: China will be most affected by climate change Nov 11, 2009
"Grappling with climate shocks that are already hampering development will not be easy. But promising new energy technologies can vastly reduce future greenhouse gas emissions and prevent catastrophic climate change. We also need to manage our farms, forests, and water resources to ensure a sustainable future," says Dr. Bierbaum. The report says that advanced countries, which produced most of the greenhouse gas emissions of the past, must act to shape our climate future. (People's Daily Online, China)
Yangtze 'facing climate threat' Nov 11, 2009
"Controlling the future emissions of greenhouse gases will benefit the Yangtze river basin, at the very least from the perspective of drought and water resources," he said. The report says the predicted weather events and temperature rises will lead to declines in crop production, and rising sea levels will make coastal cities such as Shanghai vulnerable. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Efficient use is only way to beat scarcity Nov 10, 2009
We will have to plan more and more for water conservation and demand management and for the control and reduction of pollution so that our water resources remain fit for use ... Each municipality should have a clear, funded, and implemented maintenance and refurbishment plan, which should indicate how it plans to meet further growth needs within limited water resources. (Business Report, South Africa)
APEC marks 20th birthday but no free trade yet Nov 10, 2009
By VIJAY JOSHI, Associated Press Writer. Tuesday, November 10, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Native American Heritage Month Randy Wanamaker Nov 10, 2009
Positions: Deputy mayor of Juneau, chairman of Alaska Water Resources Board; senior ground water program manager at USEPA, Juneau School Board, chairman/vice chairman of Goldbelt Corp., Central Council delegate, executive director BBC human resources. Hobbies: Fishing, walking, fixing old computers. (Juneau Empire)
Huge statue to be jailed in anti-Bush rally Nov 10, 2009
MANAGER - WATER RESOURCES Company. Singer Melanie Brown, also known as Scary Spice from her days with the Spice Girls, has purchased. (Yahoo News -- Anti-War Movement)
Warriors race past Timberwolves by 41 Nov 10, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009. (11-09) 22:21 PST -- The Warriors needed this one, and they played like it. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Moroccan King visit to Brazil confirms particular interest to boost bilateral relations Nov 9, 2009
During a visit of Moroccan Foreign Minister, Mohamed Benaissa, to Brasilia last April, the two sides defined priority questions for Moroccan-Brazilian cooperation, that consisted of environment, water resources, agriculture, housing, tourism and cultural exchanges. They also agreed on the importance to encourage economic operators to take concrete actions and seize opportunities in investment so as to promote two-way trade. (Yahoo News -- Morocco)
Deep creep means milder, more frequent earthquakes along Southern California's San Jacinto fault Nov 9, 2009
The article highlighted "Geodesy in the 21st Century", a look at how technological advances are benefiting the field and are applicable to many important societal issues, such as climate change, natural hazards, and water resources. . (EurekAlert!)
True to herself Nov 9, 2009
Justin Berton, Chronicle Staff Writer. Sunday, November 8, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Minister "Steals" Govt Vehicle Nov 9, 2009
The name of Ms. Hannah Bisiw, a deputy Minister of Water Resources, Works and Housing, is on the lips of staff of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) over her alleged seizure of a Toyota Land Cruiser allocated to the Engineering Technical Team of the company. The deputy minister was said o to have put in a request to the Managing Director of the GWCL for a vehicle, as hers had been taken away for routing servicing. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
East Africa: Changing River Course Alters DRC-Uganda Border Nov 9, 2009
As a result, the river has also changed course, leading to the dispute over the boundary and the water resources. Internally, climate change is also affecting the natural boundaries as defined at Independence. (allAfrica.com)
Corn Crop in China Slumped 13% on Worse Drought Damage, SGS Survey Shows Nov 9, 2009
8 million head of livestock, according to the Ministry of Water Resources Sept. 2. It was a regionalized drought in parts of the main northeastern growing region, said , a vice president for , a commodity brokerage and consultant in West Des Moines, Iowa. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
State gives reprieve to rivers after environmentalist outcry Nov 8, 2009
After the change was proposed, four major environmental groups resigned from the state s Water Resources Management Advisory Committee, and 55 organizations signed a letter condemning the change. Now the state environmental agency has agreed to take another look at the policy and clarify the importance of environmental factors in calculating safe yield, Commissioner Laurie Burt said. (Medfield Press, MA)
Symposium held to promote mainland-Taiwan co-op Nov 8, 2009
Jia Qinglin (L), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), shakes hands with James Soong (R), chairman of the Taiwan-based People First Party, during the Symposium of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources Cooperation between the Chinese mainland and Taiwan in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Nov. 8, 2009... (Xinhuanet, China)
Ski Briefs: Seven Springs will host telemark clinic weekend Nov 8, 2009
The on-mountain experience allows students to see the lessons of their science studies in action, such as water resources at work, animal predator/prey relationships, geology structure, and the physics of lift mechanics. The program includes free rental equipment, a group lesson and a lift ticket for the beginner slope. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Project Faces Scrutiny Nov 8, 2009
His first concern was the effect the development would have on water resources serving the village of Whispering Pines. Nick's Creek, which flows through Pine Forest, is a water source for Whispering Pines and flows into Thagard's Lake. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Consumer credit balances fall again Nov 8, 2009
MANAGER - WATER RESOURCES Company. PROTECTION Company Gavin de Becker. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lesotho: A Mountain of Challenges Nov 7, 2009
Zimudzi noted that harnessing Lesotho's water resources would be key, but "irrigation schemes require heavy investment, [so] crops need to provide adequate return.". The Lesotho Highlands water scheme, which supplies much of South Africa's industrial hub, is located high in the mountains and bringing water to where it was needed for irrigation would not only be extremely difficult but also financially unviable. (allAfrica.com)
A blue revolution: The key to future food security Nov 7, 2009
"We will need nothing less than a 'Blue Revolution', if we are to achieve food security and avert a serious water crisis in the future said Dr. Colin Chartres, Director General of the Sri Lanka - based International Water Management Institute. Chartres was speaking to the Economic and Finance Committee of the UN General Assembly, at a special event on "Enhancing Water Governance", convened by the UN today. He stressed that only strategic investments in water can address the massive pressure that... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Zimbabwe: Numerous Challenges for Harare Water Supply Nov 7, 2009
Despite their frequent clashes over many issues, Moyo and Masunda agree that there is need for collaboration between residents and the city government to combat pollution of water resources, which they say is the root cause of problems in Harare ... But in a recent address to journalists, water resources minister Samuel Sipepa said the middlemen were connected to influential government officials. (allAfrica.com)
Diversification of assets overseas is must for portfolio Nov 6, 2009
For instance, opportunity to invest in a search engine, water resources, precious metals mining and clean energy can be easily tapped overseas ... As on September 30, 2009, Reliance Natural Resources Fund had a small exposure to an ETF that invests in water resources, an otherwise difficult to invest theme for an Indian investor. (India Times)
At heart of Yemen's conflicts: water crisis Nov 6, 2009
Yemen's population of 23 million has almost tripled since 1975, according to UN statistics, and available water resources simply cannot cope. The soaring population paired with poor management of water resources has led to what Dr. Thour calls a "disastrous situation." He says that the illegal drilling of wells into natural groundwater aquifers is increasing at an alarming rate and leaky pipes that waste up to 60 percent of water in urban areas are major culprits. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Letters to the editor Nov 6, 2009
Mr. Schwalbaum allows that Massachusetts vital water resources are much more limited than water professionals and managers previously thought and much more limited than most citizens realize. However, he fails to propose any mechanism by which those limited water resources, and the degraded freshwater ecosystems they support, can be protected from over-exploitation ... Does Mr. Schwalbaum honestly think that DEP will suddenly decide to issue permits that are truly protective of the state s... (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Sena-BJP offered me Maha CM post: Ajit Pawar Nov 6, 2009
In an exclusive interview with TOI at Devgiri, his official residence in Mumbai, Ajit, the water resources minister in the outgoing ministry, spoke at length about the drama in the past couple of days, his status in NCP, the challenges the Ashok Chavan government faces in forming the new ministry. Excerpts. (India Times, India)
California voters have final say over $11 billion water bond Nov 6, 2009
Department of Water Resources director Lester Snow said the bond would stimulate the economy by encouraging local spending and jobs. Previous water bond dollars have led to an additional 2 to 3 in local construction spending, he said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Hard-won water deal still faces hurdles Nov 6, 2009
The taxpayers are still being asked to pay for damages to common water resources done by private interests, and our children are being asked through bonds to bail out those who created the problem, Pope wrote. Some of the Legislature's plans, particularly the canal, drew sharp dissension from some farmers and fishermen who have long relied on the delta for their livelihoods and recreation. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Buford man files for Gwinnett commission seat Nov 6, 2009
10:59 a.m. Thursday, November 5, 2009. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Paleoecologists Offer New Insight Into How Climate Change Will Affect Organisms Nov 6, 2009
The article was written by Stephen Jackson of the Department of Botany and Program in Ecology at the University of Wyoming, Julio Betancourt of the U.S. Geological Survey in Arizona, Robert Booth of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Lehigh University, and Stephen Gray of the Wyoming Water Resources Data System and Wyoming State Climate Office of the University of Wyoming. It was published on Sept. 23, 2009. (Science Daily)
Test finds contaminant in well Nov 5, 2009
"They keep amassing violations, one after another," said Cris Carri- gan, senior staff counsel with the state Water Resources Control Board. The agency issued at least four notices listing numerous violations since Brown's July lawsuit. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Landscapers go green, save money Nov 5, 2009
by Weldon B. Johnson - Nov. 5, 2009 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. Valley landscapers are trying to spread the word that it's possible to go green and still save money. (AZCentral -- News)
