Explanation of Strategies for Management of Iran’s Environmental Foundations Case Study: Water

پژوهش ‎های جغرافیای سیاسی

Article 2, Volume 5, Issue 4 - Serial Number 20, December 2021, Pages 29-48   

Document Type: مقالات علمی -پژوهشی

DOI: Doi:org/10.22067/pg.v5i4.82616

Authors

Afsahin Mottaghi; Mosayeb Gharehbeygi^*

University of Tehran

Abstract

Possibilities for improvements of water resources management exist because of Iran’s vast areas of cultivable lands, big rivers and suitable sites for construction of dams in Zagross and Alborz mountain ranges, extensive aquifers, and suitable climatic conditions for cultivation of different plants. In addition to existing exploitation of the water resources of the country, there is some capacity for physical development of up to 30 bcm of water resources for consumptive uses and up to 50 bcm for energy production, while still observing all economic, social, and environmental limitations. Cultural support for developments in water resources management includes traditions and social institutions that have adapted over time to different geographical conditions, especially in arid and semiarid regions. The best adapted of such institutions allow for effective water resource utilization. Political conditions conducive to developing water resources management include extensive citizen participation in public affairs, strengthening of the parliamentary system, creation of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), support of local management, and suitable political background for developing the water and agriculture sector. Existing installations and equipment include large and small reservoir dams, extensive irrigation and drainage networks, water transmission pipelines and pumping stations, treatment plants and water reservoirs, urban water distribution networks, and other facilities. Institutional capacity includes the possibility for experienced national experts to provide consulting and construction services in order to reduce foreign exchange expenses to a considerable extent.

Keywords

Water; Strategic Planning; Optimized Management; SWOT; Iran

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