Supplement to the Position Paper on Dams and the Environment

This bulletin summarizes the role of dams in the future in the context of the global environmental changes which have become a significant issue in recent years. Global problems such as climate change have impacts on dam safety. Dams can therefore be both affected by global problems and help provide solutions to these isses.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD) Bulletin 159, a supplement to the Position Paper on Dams and the Environment, provides a comprehensive overview of the future role of dams in the face of rapidly evolving global environmental changes. These changes, including climate change, have profound implications for dam safety, making it essential to understand their interconnectedness.

Dams, as infrastructure assets, can both be affected by and contribute to addressing global challenges. While the issue of dam safety in the context of climate change is of paramount importance, ICOLD will explore this topic in future publications.

Since the publication of the Position Paper in 1997, significant progress has been made in the areas of water resource development and environmental challenges. This progress has been driven by organizational initiatives and the cited publications, which serve as examples of global advancements in environmentally sound development.

In particular, the development of water resources and dams has shown significant promise in improving the lives of millions of people. By aligning on common goals and working within a sustainable framework, individual dam projects can play a pivotal role in addressing social, economic, and environmental issues.

ICOLD Bulletin 159 serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, engineers, and stakeholders interested in understanding the evolving role of dams in a changing world. It highlights the need for continued collaboration and innovation to ensure that dams are designed, constructed, and operated in a manner that balances the needs of development with the protection of the environment.

As we navigate the challenges posed by global environmental changes, it is clear that dams will continue to play a critical role in meeting water supply, energy generation, and flood control needs. By approaching these challenges with a holistic and sustainable perspective, we can ensure that dams contribute to the well-being of current and future generations.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138490239