Abstract
We outline an argument for a transdisciplinary planning approach for improving the effectiveness of urban stormwater management. This approach is constructive in achieving the principles of sustainable development and the utilisation of preventative approaches to urban stormwater problems. Case study research of an innovative Australian urban stormwater program, involving more than 160 local governments in NSW, demonstrated the value of building catchment-based social and political capital along with strengthening institutional relationships.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of Frontiers in Urban Water Management: Deadlock or Hope? |
| Subtitle of host publication | Proceedings of the Symposium, 18-20 June, Marseille, France, 2001 |
| Editors | José Alberto Tejada-Guibert, Čedo Maksimović |
| Place of Publication | Paris |
| Publisher | UNESCO |
| Pages | 251-259 |
| Publication status | Published - 2001 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | Frontiers in Urban Water Management: Deadlock or Hope? : Symposium, 18-20 June, Marseille, France, 2001 - Marseille, France Duration: 18 Jun 2001 → 20 Jun 2001 https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000122949 |
Publication series
| Name | IHP-V Technological Documents in Hydrology |
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| Publisher | UNESCO |
| Number | 45 |
Conference
| Conference | Frontiers in Urban Water Management: Deadlock or Hope? |
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| Country/Territory | France |
| City | Marseille |
| Period | 18/06/01 → 20/06/01 |
| Other | The International Symposium "Frontiers of urban water management: Deadlock or hope?" (Marseille, 18-20 June 2001) represents a unique opportunity to assess the current status of urban water systems in various settings around the world and to explore various approaches, proposals and technologies that hold promise in facing the shortcomings. The nature and gravity of the urban water problems in the developing countries is such that they warrant our immediate attention. The aim is not only finding ways to cope and to hold off an impending collapse, but to provide sustainability and improve the quality of life of the urban population, while safeguarding the well-being of all members of society. This Symposium, organised by UNESCO and the AcadÈmie de líEau de France, with the support of the City of Marseille and of the Secretariat of the World Water Council, represents the culmination of the activities related to the theme Integrated Urban Water Management of the Fifth Phase (1996-2001) of the International Hydrological Programme (IHP) of UNESCO. |
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