Increasing urbanization and changing climate are two critical
stressors that are adversely affecting the biophysical environment
of urban areas in the Hindu Kush Himalaya. The book discusses
various choices and options - from demand management to supply
enhancement, understanding ecological footprints of towns to
managing water at a bioregional scale. In doing so, it is vital to
address issues of equity and empower local institutions in managing
water. The focus for the future must be on building urban
resilience by strengthening the adaptive capacities of affected
communities while also understanding the limits to adaptation. In
Focus - a book series that showcases the latest accomplishments in
water research. Each book focuses on a specialist area with papers
from top experts in the field. It aims to be a vehicle for in-depth
understanding and inspire further conversations in the sector.
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