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Preparatory Meeting for the 5th World Water Forum: Istanbul 2009 |
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The global future of rivers is threatened by too little or too much water. The 11th International Riversymposium will explore the challenges associated with the increased incidence of flooding and drought expected with climate change. What changes can we anticipate? How can we adapt?
KEY AREAS TO BE COVERED WITHIN OUR SPECIAL THEMATIC FOCUS ARE:
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Climate change and rivers - building climate resilience into rivers
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Drought management and planning - water management with drying dams
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Floodplain rivers – flood mitigation and maintaining ecological values
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Preparing our urban waterways
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Maintaining food production
For more details information on these topics, please read the 2008 Topic Briefing
REGULAR SYMPOSIUM FEATURES:
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Environmental flows
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The trials of transboundary rivers
NEW SYMPOSIUM FEATURES:
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Water sensitive urban design
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Responsible mining - sustaining rivers and communities
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Manufactured water
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Study tours around
Brisbane
International Riversymposium
Riversymposium is part of Riverfestival, Brisbane's best-loved community and environmental festival celebrating our waterways and culture by focusing on the city's signature natural landmark, the Brisbane River. The festival is 10 days of celebration at the start of spring offering a rich and diverse program including music, visual arts, film, forums, education projects, dining, culture, large-scale free outdoor events and recreation.
