This research discussed the role of the water sector within the Palestinian economy, in order to point out the significant contribution of water sector in the various economic activities. The water sector may be classified into two groups; first one is related to agricultural purposes, and...

Europe's freshwaters are affected by water scarcity, droughts, floods and physical modifications. Many water bodies are at risk of failing to meet the aim of the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) to achieve good status by 2015. Future policies should encourage demand management through actions...