Developing Integrated Basin Information Systems:ImprovingKnowledge of Water Resources , Environments and their Uses isNecessary for Decision - making and for Sustainable Management

摘要

In order to achieve overall management of water resources, at river basin level in particular, it is of prime importance for decision — makers ( Directors of River Basin Organizations and Administrations, Basin Committee members, representatives of Local Authorities and associations of users ) to have easy access to comprehensive, representative and reliable information , at all relevant levels. This is made possible through the organization of shared Water Information Systems ( WIS) to enhance existing data and information at the various levels of action with an overall approach which benefits to all the stakeholders. These information systems are one of the priority tools to be implemented in order to support an efficient policy for water resources management and risk prevention.