Disaster Management Techniques Water Harvesting And Storage

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Table of Contents Introduction Using a Survival Blanket Finding Water in the Wilderness Using Your Natural Senses to Find Water Ears Using Your Eyes Using Your Nose Collecting Rainwater Conical Container Collecting the Early Morning Dew Getting Water from Vegetation and Fruit Water from Plant Transpiration Getting Water from Rock Crevices and Hollows in Trees Digging a Sill Water Filtering Boiling Water Tip! Out There in the Cold Stranded on the Beach Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction However much we like reading adventure stories, where the hero is lost in the desert, and he knows that he has to use his own creativity or the imagination of the writer in order to survive, many of us cannot think of a scenario when we may find ourselves in a situation where we need to find water. Nevertheless, this book is going to tell you all about the ways and means in which you can find water, which is of course the most important resource for survival, now that the 21st-century has reached the stage of natural disasters every year, thanks to climatic changes, and human beings fiddling with the natural ecological makeup of Mother Nature.

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Genre : Technology & Engineering
Author : Dueep Jyot Singh
Publisher : Mendon Cottage Books
Release : 2016-06-26
File : 66 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781311258496


Irrigation Systems And Applications

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This edited volume Irrigation Systems and Applications will introduce the reader to new irrigation technology and its diverse applications in modern farming. This work is organized into two distinct sections on “Irrigation Systems” and “Irrigation Applications” each offering a unique view into the potential of smart farming practices. From the deployment of hybrid energy-powered systems for smallholder farmers to the revolutionary impact of advanced micro-irrigation techniques, this book presents the reader with the latest trends and innovations in sustainable agriculture. Explore the evolution of rice production in the face of climate change, the enhanced productivity achievable through hydroponics, and the application of geospatial techniques in agricultural resource management. Smallholder irrigation for climate mitigation and cacao performance improvement in rainforest tropics and the quest for maximizing rice farming yields while minimizing water usage to sustain a hungry planet are also presented in this volume. With a focus on practical solutions and forward-thinking approaches, this book takes you through the essential facets of irrigation, providing valuable insights for researchers, students, and professionals alike. The book will help you understand irrigation’s pivotal role in shaping the future of global agriculture. Irrigation Systems and Applications is not just a book; it is a gateway to a greener, more resilient tomorrow in agriculture.

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Genre : Technology & Engineering
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Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Release : 2024-06-05
File : 188 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781837690572


Disaster Management

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This book on “Disaster Management” deals with different types of disasters, their basic concepts, impacts, preparedness, capacity building, prevention, mitigation, response relief, hazards, vulnerability, and disaster prone areas in India. This book deals natural disasters like, earthquakes, floods, cyclones, avalanches, droughts, forest fires, volcanic eruptions, landslides, extreme temperatures etc. and also man-made disasters like, industrial accidents, fires, refugee situations, chemical and industrial hazards, nuclear radiation, major power breakdown, desertification etc. The book covers the syllabi of different Universities and model syllabus of AICTE

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Genre : Social Science
Author : S.C. Sharma
Publisher : KHANNA PUBLISHING HOUSE
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File : 240 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9789386173386


Urban Water Crisis And Management

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Urban Water Crisis and Management: Strategies for Sustainable Development, Sixth Edition presents solutions for the current challenges of urban water and management strategies. Through contributed chapters, a framework is laid out for a reduction of the use of groundwater (heavily overused as a solution) and the alternative options for the supply of water to cities, or for urban water. Sections discuss urban water, its problems and management approaches, address the root causes of the water crisis in urban areas, and cover the scientific and technical knowledge necessary to manage water resources. Significant gaps between developed and developing nations in the procedure of water management are also addressed, along with practical information regarding recycling and the reuse of wastewater which is useful as baseline data for the future. - Presents the quantitative study of water supply in urban areas, identifies water scarcity in megacities, and provides management approaches for sustainable development - Identifies technology and the instruments required for the management and safe supply of water - Includes case studies where these technologies have been successfully used

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Genre : Technology & Engineering
Author : Sughosh Madhav
Publisher : Elsevier
Release : 2022-07-20
File : 622 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780323912938


Disaster Management A Comprehensive Approach

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This book has been primarily designed for disaster management students interested in learning about the various aspects of Disaster management. Disasters can strike at any time, often without warning, and can have devastating consequences for individuals, families, and entire communities. Whether it is a natural disaster such as a hurricane, earthquake, or wildfire, or a man-made disaster such as a chemical spill or terrorist attack, the impact of a disaster can be far-reaching and long-lasting. Effective disaster management is essential to minimize the impact of disasters and to help affected communities recover and rebuild. This requires a coordinated and well-planned response from government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders involved in disaster management. This book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the key concepts, principles, and practices of disaster management. It covers a wide range of topics, from disaster risk assessment and emergency preparedness to response, recovery, and reconstruction. It also explores the role of technology and innovation in disaster management and the importance of community engagement and resilience-building in disaster-prone areas. Written by experts in the field, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in disaster management, including emergency responders, government officials, NGOs, and community leaders. It is also an important reference for academics and students studying disaster management and related fields. In a world where disasters are becoming more frequent and more complex, the need for effective disaster management has never been greater. This book provides practical insights and guidance on how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters, and offers a roadmap for building more resilient and sustainable communities.

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Genre : Study Aids
Author : Dhruv Saxena
Publisher : Academic Guru Publishing House
Release : 2023-03-21
File : 417 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9788119152230


Techniques For Disaster Risk Management And Mitigation

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A comprehensive guide to managing and mitigating natural disasters Recent years have seen a surge in the number, frequency, and severity of natural disasters, with further increases expected as the climate continues to change. However, advanced computational and geospatial technologies have enabled the development of sophisticated early warning systems and techniques to predict, manage, and mitigate disasters.Techniques for Disaster Risk Management and Mitigation explores different approaches to forecasting disasters and provides guidance on mitigation and adaptation strategies. Volume highlights include: Review of current and emerging technologies for disaster prediction Different approaches to risk management and mitigation Strategies for implementing disaster plans and infrastructure improvements Guidance on integrating artificial intelligence with GIS and earth observation data Examination of the regional and global impacts of disasters under climate variability

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Genre : Science
Author : Prashant K. Srivastava
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Release : 2020-05-27
File : 372 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781119359180


Disaster Management Techniques Water Harvesting And Storage

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Table of Contents Introduction Using a Survival Blanket Finding Water in the Wilderness Using Your Natural Senses to Find Water Ears Using Your Eyes Using Your Nose Collecting Rainwater Conical Container Collecting the Early Morning Dew Getting Water from Vegetation and Fruit Water from Plant Transpiration Getting Water from Rock Crevices and Hollows in Trees Digging a Sill Water Filtering Boiling Water Tip! Out There in the Cold Stranded on the Beach Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction However much we like reading adventure stories, where the hero is lost in the desert, and he knows that he has to use his own creativity or the imagination of the writer in order to survive, many of us cannot think of a scenario when we may find ourselves in a situation where we need to find water. Nevertheless, this book is going to tell you all about the ways and means in which you can find water, which is of course the most important resource for survival, now that the 21st-century has reached the stage of natural disasters every year, thanks to climatic changes, and human beings fiddling with the natural ecological makeup of Mother Nature.

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Author : Dueep Jyot Singh
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release : 2016-06-12
File : 66 Pages
ISBN-13 : 1534651705


Green Roads For Water

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Roads and water are generally seen as enemies, with water responsible for most of the damage to roads, and roads being a major cause of problems such as erosion, waterlogging, flooding, and dust storms. This tension, however, can be reversed. The concept of Green Roads for Water (also known as “Green Roads†? or “roads for water†?) places roads in the service of water and landscape management and climate resilience without sacrificing or diminishing their transport functions. With global investment in roads of US$1†“US$2 trillion per year, plus maintenance costs, the widespread adoption of Green Roads approaches can leverage investment at a transformative scale, making road development and maintenance a vital tool for achieving climate resilience, water security, and productive use of natural resources. Green Roads for Water: Guidelines for Road Infrastructure in Support of Water Management and Climate Resilience provides strategies to use roads for beneficial water management tailored to diverse landscapes and climates, including watershed areas, semiarid climates, coastal lowlands, mountainous areas, and floodplains. The underlying premise of Green Roads is therefore quite simple: designing roads to fit their natural and anthropomorphic contexts; minimize externalities; and balance preservation of the road, water resources, landscape, and soil resources will usually cost less than traditional protective resilience approaches and will produce more sustainable overall outcomes.

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Genre : Business & Economics
Author : Frank van Steenbergen
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Release : 2021-07-14
File : 265 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781464816772


Management Of Irrigation And Water Supply Under Climatic Extremes

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This volume provides a theoretical basis for the argument that available research that analyzes the impacts of climate on hydrology, water resources, and water systems, without factoring in the effect of climate variability, are inadequate and often misleading. Also, the book empirically shows that the impacts of climate variability on hydrology and water resources, and irrigation, water supply & sanitation systems are far more pronounced than the likely impacts of future change in climate. The book discusses technological, institutional and policy alternatives for reducing these impacts on various competitive use sectors, especially, irrigation, and water supply and sanitation through case studies of river basins in different hydrological setting. To set the context, the volume first presents the long term trends in precipitation and temperature in different regions of India, and compares them against inter-annual, inter-seasonal and intra-day variations in climatic parameters, to show how their differential impacts on water resources.

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Genre : Technology & Engineering
Author : M. Dinesh Kumar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Release : 2021-03-20
File : 371 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9783030594596


Crop Adaptation To Climate Change

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A major task of our time is to ensure adequate food supplies for the world's current population (now nearing 7 billion) in a sustainable way while protecting the vital functions and biological diversity of the global environment. The task of providing for a growing population is likely to be even more difficult in view of actual and potential changes in climatic conditions due to global warming, and as the population continues to grow. Current projections suggest that the world's temperatures will rise 1.8-4.0 by 2100 and population may reach 8 billion by the year 2025 and some 9 billion by mid-century, after which it may stabilize. This book addresses these critical issues by presenting the science needed not only to understand climate change effects on crops but also to adapt current agricultural systems, particularly in regard to genetics, to the changing conditions. Crop Adaptation to Climate Change covers a spectrum of issues related to both crops and climatic conditions. The first two sections provide a foundation on the factors involved in climate stress, assessing current climate change by region and covering crop physiological responses to these changes. The third and final section contains chapters focused on specific crops and the current research to improve their genetic adaptation to climate change. Written by an international team of authors, Crop Adaptation to Climate Change is a timely look at the potentially serious consequences of climate change for our global food supply, and is an essential resource for academics, researchers and professionals in the fields of crop science, agronomy, plant physiology and molecular biology; crop consultants and breeders; as well as climate and food scientists.

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Genre : Technology & Engineering
Author : Shyam Singh Yadav
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Release : 2011-08-02
File : 630 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780470960905