Climate Change and Water Resources in Lebanon and the Middle East
Publication: Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management
Volume 128, Issue 5
Abstract
While the extent of human-induced global warming is inconclusive, the vulnerability of natural systems to rapid changes in climate patterns is regarded as one of the most challenging issues in recent years. Water resources are a main component of natural systems that might be affected by climate change. This paper characterizes water resources in several Middle Eastern countries and evaluates regional climate predictions for various scenarios using general circulation models. The country of Lebanon is selected as a case study for an in-depth investigation with potential impacts on the water budget and soil moisture as indicators. Adaptation measures are assessed, with a focus on no-regret actions in the context of local socioeconomic and environmental frameworks.
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Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management
Volume 128 • Issue 5 • September 2002
Pages: 343 - 355
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Copyright © 2002 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Mar 30, 2000
Accepted: Aug 31, 2001
Published online: Aug 15, 2002
Published in print: Sep 2002
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