This journal focuses on the policy, governance, and management of water resources, addressing issues of scarcity, allocation, and sustainability. It examines the legal frameworks, institutional arrangements, and socio-economic factors influencing water use and access across various scales, from local communities to transboundary basins. The journal also explores the integration of environmental, social, and technological considerations in water management, including the impact of climate change and the role of public participation.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Geography, Planning and DevelopmentQ2
Management, Monitoring, Policy and LawQ2
Water Science and TechnologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Water Resources
Scopus Categories
Water Science and TechnologyManagement, Monitoring, Policy and LawGeography, Planning and Development
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Water resources management and optimizationWater Governance and InfrastructureWater-Energy-Food Nexus StudiesChild Nutrition and Water AccessTransboundary Water Resource ManagementHydropower, Displacement, Environmental ImpactFlood Risk Assessment and ManagementHydrology and Watershed Management StudiesWater Systems and OptimizationWater Resources and Sustainability