Conceptual framework for scenarios development in the Water futures and Solutions project

摘要: The major purpose of the Water Futures & Solutions (WFaS) initiative is to develop a set adaptable resilient and robust solutions framework facilitate access guidance through them by decision makers facing variety water-related challenges sustainable evelopment, optional pathways achieve plausible development goals 2050. The WFaS Initiative addresses multidimensional aspects water system guided stakeholders representing these various aspects. views freshwater systems as being strongly interweaved with human activities (Economy, Society) Nature whole. Dynamics health critical well- being. will go beyond scenario production model comparisons focus on exploring necessary innovations address growing challenges. can be combinations technological innovations, regulatory approaches, manageent or institutional changes that improve balance supply demand, quality, reduce risks for society. often embedded in cut across all sectors social economic activities. In order represent aspirations interdependencies described above, conceptual has been developed, communicate project results target audiences. This document describes this used: -to support qualitative scenarios -to identify select dimensions guide integration quantitative models information from data sources into assessment collaboration between stakeholder groups presentation audiences The developed using 'concept maps' technique (Caqas Carff, 2005; Novak Caqas, 2006b). Concept maps method was knowledge an organized way. It allows practitioners concepts specific relationships concepts. flexible enough adapt different domains better understanding communication individuals backgrounds.