New Horizons Water Resources and Sustainable Utilization

Author: Deng Mingjiang, Wang Shijiang, Dong Xinguang, et al.
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: The contradiction between water supply and demand is sharp and complex, and the protection of ecological environment and economic and social development pose severe challenges to the sustainable utilization of water resources in the future. The water issues in Xinjiang are highly typical in arid inland river basins. This book is closely integrated with the actual conditions of Xinjiang, combining the experience accumulated from long-term research, management, and development of water resources and their utilization in Xinjiang. It systematically evaluates the quantity, quality, and spatiotemporal distribution patterns of water resources, conducts an in-depth study of the current major water issues, and proposes a comprehensive strategic plan for water conservancy development in Xinjiang. This book has strong practicality and academic value in guiding the evaluation and sustainable utilization of water resources in arid regions. The book consists of twelve chapters, mainly including the evaluation of Xinjiang's water resources, the construction of hydrology and water resources monitoring systems, rational water allocation, sustainable utilization models of groundwater, water and salt balance in irrigation areas and prevention of salinization, overall ideas and development layout for agricultural water conservation, and sustainable utilization of water resources for the future. This book can be used as a reference for water conservancy researchers and professionals in related fields.