Relationship-building: a core component of water management
In an interview, Chris O’Neill of Hydronumerics spoke about how relationships are fundamental to good water management. He emphasised the value of listening to others and understanding how people use and engage with water. Chris proposed a ‘red wine theory’ of relationship building. As water managers, it’s helpful to be reminded that water is about our lives […]
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Leadership models and water management
Those of you reflecting on your leadership style and looking to develop as leaders in the water sector may be interested in ‘The Seven Transformations of Leadership’, also known as the ‘Seven Action Logics’. Chris O’Neill of Hydronumerics, who is fresh out of leadership training with the Peter Cullen Trust, drew our attention to these […]
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Real-world applications of decision support systems
In an interview with Chris O’Neill of Hydronumerics, decision support systems (DSS) were discussed and how they can help governments and communities with making well-informed decisions for water management. This article looks at the ways that Hydronumerics has used DSS to support its water management work in India. What is DSS and how is it used in watershed management? […]
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What is a decision support system?
An interview with Chris O’Neill from Hydronumerics discussed decision support systems (DSS) and why they can be valuable tools for water management. Many, if not most consultancies, use modelling systems to help inform recommendations and decision-making for water management. This article explores why these tools can be valuable, looking more closely at their successful application. […]
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Chris O’Neill interview: applied environmental engineering for improved catchment management in India, with communities
This interview and related content was originally part of the Kini Interview Series. Kini is a retired brand of the AWP and IWCAN.
Continue readingCSIRO: unlocking the potential of northern Australia
Dr Peter Stone of the CSIRO speaks about unlocking the potential of Northern Australia at the 2016 IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition, Brisbane, Australia. Peter is the research program director at the CSIRO and leads their work on the development of northern Australia. His presentation describes the work that CSIRO is currently undertaking to […]
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ADB — Asian Water Development Outlook: 2016 report
The Asian Water Development Outlook: 2016 report explores, in detail, where Asian and Pacific Countries are along a spectrum in terms of achieving water security: the National Water Security Index. This report not only sets out the internationally-accepted frameworks for water security at the infrastructure, household and urbanized levels but it establishes the priority areas […]
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