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Water resources issues of small island developing states

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The water resources of most small island developing states (SIDS) are often very limited and require special consideration to ensure that they are developed and managed in a sustainable manner. Many small islands, typically located in the humid tropics, have no surface water resources and rely on limited groundwater resources in the form of thin freshwater lenses. The exposed location of small islands makes them particularly vulnerable to natural disasters such as cyclones, floods and droughts. Pollution from population centres and from agricultural and other activities is an increasing problem. This article provides an overview of the water resources of small islands, and the main problems and issues related to water resources. Some suggested solutions, based on practical experiences, are offered for water resource assessment and monitoring programmes, and water resource development. Water resource policy, planning and management issues are also addressed, and suggested approaches for resolving some of the major water resource problems presented.

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  • Tony Falkland, 1999. "Water resources issues of small island developing states," Natural Resources Forum, Blackwell Publishing, vol. 23(3), pages 245-260, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:natres:v:23:y:1999:i:3:p:245-260
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1477-8947.1999.tb00913.x
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    1. Robert S. Goodwin, 1984. "Water Resources Development in Small Islands Perspectives and Needs," Natural Resources Forum, Blackwell Publishing, vol. 8(1), pages 63-68, January.
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