Sustainable Water Management Solutions for Urban Areas

Uwamahoro Blessing T.

Faculty of Engineering Kampala International University Uganda

                                                                        ABSTRACT

Urban areas face significant challenges in managing water resources due to rapid population growth, aging infrastructure, and the impacts of climate change. This essay explores the critical importance of sustainable water management in urban environments, focusing on innovative technologies and policy frameworks that can enhance water efficiency and resilience. Case studies, such as Windhoek, Namibia, illustrate successful approaches, including water supply diversification and demand management. The essay highlights integrated water resources management (IWRM) as a vital strategy, incorporating multidisciplinary perspectives to address the complex and interconnected issues of urban water scarcity, infrastructure limitations, and environmental impacts. The role of governance and inclusive policies is also discussed, emphasizing the need for collaborative and adaptive solutions to ensure a sustainable urban water future.

Keywords: Sustainable water management, Urban areas, Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Water scarcity, Innovative technologies.

CITATION: Uwamahoro Blessing T. Sustainable Water Management Solutions for Urban Areas. Research Output Journal of Engineering and Scientific Research, 2024 3(2): 33-36