The Mekong Delta System

Interdisciplinary Analyses of a River Delta

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Sociology, Technology
Cover of the book The Mekong Delta System by , Springer Netherlands
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9789400739628
Publisher: Springer Netherlands Publication: June 1, 2012
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9789400739628
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Publication: June 1, 2012
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

This book about the Mekong Delta presents a unique collection of state-of-the-art contributions by international experts from different scientific disciplines about the characteristics and pressing water-related challenges of the Mekong Delta in Vietnam. The Mekong Delta belongs to one of the areas, which are to expect the largest challenges concerning environmental change and climate change induced sea level rise . The Delta acts as the “rice bowl” of Southeast Asia and is home to over 17 Million people, who need to cope with ecologic as well as socio-economic changes linked to the rapid economic development of the country. Annual floods, severe droughts, salt water intrusion, degrading water quality, tropical cyclones, hydrologic changes due to hydropower projects in the upstream of the Mekong, coastal erosion, and the loss of biodiversity are some of the problems in the region. Heterogeneous resource management responsibilities, and the fact that the Mekong – and thus also the Delta – is influenced by six countries aggravate the situation. Integrated water resources management and fostered cooperation and information exchange are pressing needs for the sustainable development of the Delta.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This book about the Mekong Delta presents a unique collection of state-of-the-art contributions by international experts from different scientific disciplines about the characteristics and pressing water-related challenges of the Mekong Delta in Vietnam. The Mekong Delta belongs to one of the areas, which are to expect the largest challenges concerning environmental change and climate change induced sea level rise . The Delta acts as the “rice bowl” of Southeast Asia and is home to over 17 Million people, who need to cope with ecologic as well as socio-economic changes linked to the rapid economic development of the country. Annual floods, severe droughts, salt water intrusion, degrading water quality, tropical cyclones, hydrologic changes due to hydropower projects in the upstream of the Mekong, coastal erosion, and the loss of biodiversity are some of the problems in the region. Heterogeneous resource management responsibilities, and the fact that the Mekong – and thus also the Delta – is influenced by six countries aggravate the situation. Integrated water resources management and fostered cooperation and information exchange are pressing needs for the sustainable development of the Delta.

More books from Springer Netherlands

Cover of the book The Music of Central Africa by
Cover of the book Horticulture: Plants for People and Places, Volume 3 by
Cover of the book Markets and Politicians by
Cover of the book Tsunami Hazard by
Cover of the book ROV ’86: Remotely Operated Vehicles by
Cover of the book Agroforestry - The Future of Global Land Use by
Cover of the book Vulnerability and Adaptation to Climate Change by
Cover of the book Pharmacology and Abuse of Cocaine, Amphetamines, Ecstasy and Related Designer Drugs by
Cover of the book Women’s Health in Menopause by
Cover of the book Learning at the Crossroads of Theory and Practice by
Cover of the book The Cornea in Normal Condition and in Groenouw’s Macular Dystrophy by
Cover of the book Responsibility in Health Care by
Cover of the book Higher Education: Handbook of Theory and Research by
Cover of the book Serious Fun with Flexagons by
Cover of the book Food Biotechnology—1 by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy