Economic Growth and Climate Proofing Asia Through Sustainable Water Resources Management

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Abstract

Asia has demonstrated remarkable economic growth over the past decade. However, competing demands for finite water resources coupled with climate change impacts now pose a major threat. With India expected to have over half of its inhabitants residing in cities by 2050, achieving urban water security will become increasingly critical to enhance people’s livelihood and to sustained economic growth. This chapter will consider innovative solutions to meet future demands for water focusing on future cities, whilst addressing climate change risk. Effective governance and policy reforms creating an enabling environment for integrated planning of urban and basin water resources are paramount.

Keywords

Gross Domestic Product Smart City Public Private Partnership Water Security Asian Development Bank 
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Authors and Affiliations

  1. 1.Asian Development BankMandaluyongPhilippines

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