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Mahaweli System Daily Water Balance Model Using RiverWare in Sri Lanka

2 October 2018
This model aims to ensure the adequacy of water for planned inter and trans basin transfers without affecting existing water users. It aims to enhance water management and provide more precise control of water flows throughout the system.

Nereda: An Alternative and Natural Way of Treating Wastewater

21 September 2018
This learning event discusses the Nereda, an advanced biological wastewater treatment technology. It purifies water using aerobic granular biomass that results in a chemical-free operation. Compared to conventional processes, Nereda requires less mechanical equipment and footprint, resulting in a…

Smart Water Solutions for a Resilient Water Future

5 September 2018
No single solution exists for a non-revenue water strategy as various utilities face different challenges. Major operational efficiencies can be achieved in the use of advanced analytics through sustainable water loss management strategies. Learn how Xylem is leading the water industry's migration…

Water Purification Technology for Calamities and Emergencies

3 August 2018
Issues such as climate change and armed conflict are causing more frequent calamaties in many parts of the globe. Victims urgently need water and electricity for survival and recovery. This presentation features a solar power system and a water purification system that can be deployed to disaster-…

Setting the Scene: Integrated Flood Risk Management

26 July 2018
Flooding is the most frequent and the most damaging of all natural hazards. It comprised 43% of all recorded natural events affecting nearly 2.5 billion people. As urbanization accelerates, damages and losses due to floods will likely increase. There is no one-size fits all flood protection…

Increase Agricultural Productivity and Natural Resource Monitoring

25 July 2018
Earth observation can provide the tools to monitor the status and trends of production in agricultural areas. It can provide a continuous assessment of agricultural production. It can rapidly show where change happens in a consistent and unbiased manner.

Introduction and Welcome

25 July 2018
Earth Observation for Sustainable Development or EO4SD is a dedicated program for sustainable development. It aims to show the effectiveness of Earth observation-based products and services in agriculture and rural development. Through satellite data, EO4SD demonstrates how remote sensing can…

Monitoring and Evaluation Using Earth Observation

25 July 2018
Earth observation can be a very useful tool for monitoring and evaluation. It can help monitor land degradation and productivity and quantify trends to improve performance. it can also contribute to strategic management and capacity building.

Monitoring and evaluation using Earth Observation

25 July 2018
The Water SG and Agriculture TG, in cooperation with European Space Agency, sponsored a one-day training to build staff awareness on the utility and potential benefits of using Earth Observation information services for agriculture and rural development.

Optimize Water Use Efficiency

25 July 2018
Water is indispensable to food security. To achieve high food production in a world with rising population, water management should be top priority. Earth observation can assist in this regard. It can provide estimates of already irrigated areas and identify land suitable for irrigation. It can…