Global water: issues and insights

This book discusses key academic research and issues in water management and policy. Coverage of a wide range of specific issues and its accessible style make it an excellent textbook for introductory to intermediate courses in water governance, a reference for readers working in water, or simply a good read for anyone interested in water policy. The 38 concise chapters cover a broad range of topics, from water consumption in energy production to measuring the water-related Millennium Development Goals, information exchange in water treaties to improving the productivity of water services in Africa, among many others.