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From theory to practiceIndian Experience

11 December 2018
From theory to practice—Indian Experience

How to make DBO contracts more applicable to infrastructure projects

11 December 2018
Design Build and Operate (DBO) contracts can help ensure the good quality and performance of infrastructures built. To effectively expand the application of DBO contracts in various construction projects, realistic targets should be set with relevant actions in contractor hands. Flexibility and…

Implementation of DBOs for Largescale Development of Micro Irrigation Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement Project INDIA

11 December 2018
DBO (performance -based contract) has significant benefits. However, it requires special expertise to put together the tender and evaluate bids. To facilitate implementation of DBO contracts, organizations may consider raising contractors' awareness about upcoming bids through a roadshow.…

The Practicalities of Managing EFlows Assessments

22 November 2018
This presentation discusses the evolution of thinking about hydropower, specifically upstream impacts; compliance of EFlows with performance standards; the rise in consideration of EFlows; engaging affected communities; a logframe for EFlows assessment; establishing project context; setting up an…

Contemporary Concepts in Water Management and Impacts of Development on Local Hydrology

22 November 2018
Contemporary concepts in water management include use versus consumption, virtual water, and a hierarchy of water requirements. This presentation describes these concepts as well as managing competition in water use, what water management should focus on, infrastructure development and hydrology,…

EFlows Case Studies and Review

22 November 2018
With a decision tree as guide, this presentation cites EFlows case studies and assessments, including a proposed inlet array design, hydropower plants, and river zoning.

Contemporary Concepts in Water Management and Impacts of Development on Local Hydrology

22 November 2018
Contemporary concepts in water management include use versus consumption, virtual water, and a hierarchy of water requirements. This presentation describes these concepts as well as managing competition in water use, what water management should focus on, infrastructure development and hydrology…

Environmental Flows Concepts and Methods

22 November 2018
Rivers are an interconnected and interdependent living system. This presentation defines Environmental (EFlows) as it relates to ecosystems, its main aspects, assessment methods, and the benefits of increased scale and detail.

Training Course on Pollution Health and Safety Management in ADB Projects Water Management Module

21 November 2018
Water pollution has been increasing in Asia, resulting in economic losses, health problems, and damage to aquatic systems. ADB-financed projects must not only meet environment safeguard requirements in water quality impacts; they must also incorporate environmental sustainability into project…

Water Quality Modeling A Brief Introduction

21 November 2018
Water quality models can aid in planning and in assessing the environmental impacts of project-generated pollution. This presentation explains the uses, purposes, limitations, and components of water quality models; their application in the review of ADB-funded projects, with case studies as…