scholarly journals The Future of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) for Hydrology and Water Resources Management

2012 ◽  
Vol 03 (03) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amos T Kabo bah
Keyword(s):  
Water Resources ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Water Resources Management ◽  
Open Source Software ◽  
Resources Management ◽  
The Future ◽  
Hydrology And Water Resources

scholarly journals Operational river discharge forecasting in poorly gauged basins: the Kavango River Basin case study

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 11071-11108
Author(s):  
P. Bauer-Gottwein ◽  
I. H. Jensen ◽  
R. Guzinski ◽  
G. K. T. Bredtoft ◽  
S. Hansen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Resources ◽  
Data Assimilation ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Water Resources Management ◽  
Open Source Software ◽  
River Discharge ◽  
Lead Times ◽  
Probabilistic Forecasting ◽  
Resources Management ◽  
Probabilistic Forecasts

Abstract. Operational probabilistic forecasts of river discharge are essential for effective water resources management. Many studies have addressed this topic using different approaches ranging from purely statistical black-box approaches to physically-based and distributed modelling schemes employing data assimilation techniques. However, few studies have attempted to develop operational probabilistic forecasting approaches for large and poorly gauged river basins. This study is funded by the European Space Agency under the TIGER-NET project. The objective of TIGER-NET is to develop open-source software tools to support integrated water resources management in Africa and to facilitate the use of satellite earth observation data in water management. We present an operational probabilistic forecasting approach which uses public-domain climate forcing data and a hydrologic–hydrodynamic model which is entirely based on open-source software. Data assimilation techniques are used to inform the forecasts with the latest available observations. Forecasts are produced in real time for lead times of 0 to 7 days. The operational probabilistic forecasts are evaluated using a selection of performance statistics and indicators. The forecasting system delivers competitive forecasts for the Kavango River, which are reliable and sharp. Results indicate that the value of the forecasts is greatest for intermediate lead times between 4 and 7 days.

scholarly journals Operational river discharge forecasting in poorly gauged basins: the Kavango River basin case study

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 1469-1485 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Bauer-Gottwein ◽  
I. H. Jensen ◽  
R. Guzinski ◽  
G. K. T. Bredtoft ◽  
S. Hansen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Resources ◽  
Data Assimilation ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Water Resources Management ◽  
Open Source Software ◽  
River Discharge ◽  
Lead Times ◽  
Probabilistic Forecasting ◽  
Resources Management ◽  
Probabilistic Forecasts

Abstract. Operational probabilistic forecasts of river discharge are essential for effective water resources management. Many studies have addressed this topic using different approaches ranging from purely statistical black-box approaches to physically based and distributed modeling schemes employing data assimilation techniques. However, few studies have attempted to develop operational probabilistic forecasting approaches for large and poorly gauged river basins. The objective of this study is to develop open-source software tools to support hydrologic forecasting and integrated water resources management in Africa. We present an operational probabilistic forecasting approach which uses public-domain climate forcing data and a hydrologic–hydrodynamic model which is entirely based on open-source software. Data assimilation techniques are used to inform the forecasts with the latest available observations. Forecasts are produced in real time for lead times of 0–7 days. The operational probabilistic forecasts are evaluated using a selection of performance statistics and indicators and the performance is compared to persistence and climatology benchmarks. The forecasting system delivers useful forecasts for the Kavango River, which are reliable and sharp. Results indicate that the value of the forecasts is greatest for intermediate lead times between 4 and 7 days.

scholarly journals Impact Assessment of Climate Change on the Near and the Far Future Streamflow in the Bocheongcheon Basin of Geumgang River, South Korea

Water ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (18) ◽  
pp. 2516
Author(s):  
Yoonji Kim ◽  
Jieun Yu ◽  
Kyungil Lee ◽  
Hye In Chung ◽  
Hyun Chan Sung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Water Resources Management ◽  
Model Performance ◽  
Hydrologic Model ◽  
Management Policy ◽  
Resources Management ◽  
The Future ◽  
Management Plans ◽  
The Impact

Highly concentrated precipitation during the rainy season poses challenges to the South Korean water resources management in efficiently storing and redistributing water resources. Under the new climate regime, water resources management is likely to become more challenging with regards to water-related disaster risk and deterioration of water quality. To alleviate such issues by adjusting management plans, this study examined the impact of climate change on the streamflow in the Bocheongcheon basin of the Geumgang river. A globally accepted hydrologic model, the HEC-HMS model, was chosen for the simulation. By the calibration and the validation processes, the model performance was evaluated to range between “satisfactory” and “very good”. The calibrated model was then used to simulate the future streamflow over six decades from 2041 to 2100 under RCP4.5 and RCP8.5. The results indicated significant increase in the future streamflow of the study site in all months and seasons over the simulation period. Intensification of seasonal differences and fluctuations was projected under RCP 8.5, implying a challenge for water resources managers to secure stable sources of clean water and to prevent water-related disasters. The analysis of the simulation results was applied to suggest possible local adaptive water resources management policy.

scholarly journals Pemanfaatan Konsep Ekohidrologi (Penciptaan Air dan Sanitasi Bersih) Sebagai Upaya Mengatasi Stunting di Desa Bulang

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-9
Author(s):  
Husni Mubaroq
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Water Resources Management ◽  
Water Purification ◽  
Integrated Water Resources Management ◽  
Clean Water ◽  
Resources Management ◽  
Water Resources Systems ◽  
The Future ◽  
Development Approach

Ecohydrology is an approach to integrated water resources management that offers a sustainable development approach in understanding the environment and water resources systems. In this case the conditions where clean water and food can be created to reduce the number of stunting in an area. The concept of ecohydrology can also prevent the spread of disease through water. The introduction of this concept is intended to reduce stunting and overcome the lack of clean water in the future. In this case the concept of Ecohydrology is offered with the existing water purification plan to produce clean water that is ready to use and utilizes materials that are easily available and have low prices. Keywords: Stunting, ecohydrology concept

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