Decision Support Systems in Water Resources Planning and Management: Stakeholder Participation and the Sustainable Path to Science-Based Decision Making

Serrat-Capdevila, Aleix; Valdés, Juan B.; Gupta, Hoshin

doi:10.5772/16897

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“…They are often used early in modeling projects to explore, interpret and understand available quantitative data. These models are sometimes referred to as black-box models, because they operate as closed devices that process information with no explanation of processes or parameters involved (Serrat-Capdevila et al, 2011;Refsgaard et al, 2005). These models are entirely driven by the specific data available, and they are risky to use outside the ranges covered by that data (extrapolation).…”

Section: Empirical Modeling (Em)mentioning

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Tools and methods in participatory modeling: Selecting the right tool for the job

Voinov

Jenni

Gray

et al. 2018

Environmental Modelling & Software

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Various tools and methods are used in participatory modelling, at different stages of the process and for different purposes. The diversity of tools and methods can create challenges for stakeholders and modelers when selecting the ones most appropriate for their projects. We offer a systematic overview, assessment, and categorization of methods to assist modelers and stakeholders with their choices and decisions. Most available literature provides little justification or information on the reasons for the use of particular methods or tools in a given study. In most of the cases, it seems that the prior experience and skills of the modelers had a dominant effect on the selection of the methods used. While we have not found any real evidence of this approach being wrong, we do think that putting more thought into the method selection process and choosing the most appropriate method for the project can produce better results. Based on expert opinion and a survey of modelers engaged in participatory processes, we offer practical guidelines to improve decisions about method selection at different stages of the participatory modeling process.

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Section: Empirical Modeling (Em)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Tools and methods in participatory modeling: Selecting the right tool for the job

Voinov

Jenni

Gray

et al. 2018

Environmental Modelling & Software

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247

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“…Choi et al 2005;de Kok et al 2009;Rodgers et al 2007;Rutledge et al 2008) but it is less clear how a DSS might evolve for smaller urban sewersheds, particularly in developing countries of Southeast Asia. There does seem to be consensus that for a DSS to be successfully implemented, all stakeholders need to participate in its development from the start (Rodgers et al 2007;Roux et al 2006;Serrat-Capdevila et al 2011).…”

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Application of PCSWMM to Assess Wastewater Treatment and Urban Flooding Scenarios in Phnom Penh, Cambodia: A Tool to Support Eco-City Planning

Irvine

Sovann

Suthipong

et al. 2015

JWMM

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Eco-city philosophy and urban sustainability have been increasingly incorporated into planning and policy making. Often, system sustainability and resilience are assessed using a simple index approach, which can be helpful in measuring changes over time or in a comparative evaluation of cities, but is less helpful in guiding specific policy and design decisions. To this end, we illustrate the application of a dynamic water resource model which can complement an index analysis. Specifically, a personal computer (PC) version of the Stormwater Management Model (PCSWMM) was used to explore different wastewater treatment and urban flood management scenarios for Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Currently wastewater in Phnom Penh is treated effectively using sustainable, naturally occurring wetlands. Urban expansion is placing increasing pressure on these wetlands and PCSWMM results showed that infilling of the largest wetland by up to 22% could have a negative impact on treatment, but the system still would function. The alternative of activated sludge treatment is shown to be costly and energy intensive. Impacts of infilling on the large peri-urban community living on the wetland and to other ecosystem services were not assessed. Increased pump capacity at the existing stations would reduce, but not eliminate, local surface flooding. More sustainable, eco-friendly low impact development technologies should be considered in addition to hard engineering to reduce surface flooding.

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“…The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) consider implementing IWRM as one of the key targets to be achieved by 2030 (United Nations 2016). In practice this requires an analysis of the inter-connection between problems and a clear focus on the goals to be achieved (Biswas 2008;Serrat-Capdevila et al 2011;Vennix 1999). Moreover, human well-being and socio-economic development cannot ensue by focusing only from within the 'water box'.…”

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Collaborative Modelling for Informed Decision Making and Inclusive Water Development

Basco‐Carrera

Beek

Jonoski

et al. 2017

Water Resour Manage

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Ensuring availability and adequate management of water and sanitation for all is one of the key priorities for sustainable development. Integrated Water Resources Management is widely considered to be the best management process for securing water for all. However, implementing it remains a challenge for many decision makers and practitioners. In this article, we demonstrate an application of collaborative modelling to enhance and inform decisions and ensure an inclusive process. This collaborative modelling approach was applied to a river basin master plan for Pemali Comal River Basin Territory in Indonesia. Based on surveys of its development and the stakeholders and decision makers, collaborative modelling and traditional planning approaches for Water Resour Manage (2017) 31:2611-2625 DOI 10.1007/s11269-017-1647-

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Decision Support Systems in Water Resources Planning and Management: Stakeholder Participation and the Sustainable Path to Science-Based Decision Making

Cited by 21 publications

References 15 publications

Tools and methods in participatory modeling: Selecting the right tool for the job

Tools and methods in participatory modeling: Selecting the right tool for the job

Application of PCSWMM to Assess Wastewater Treatment and Urban Flooding Scenarios in Phnom Penh, Cambodia: A Tool to Support Eco-City Planning

Collaborative Modelling for Informed Decision Making and Inclusive Water Development

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