Decision support systems for large dam planning and operation in Africa.

摘要: Dams are amongst the most important components of water resource systems. In many places regulated by and stored in dams is essential to meet development objectives supply, agriculture (i.e. irrigation livestock), industry, energy generation other sectors. However, absence adequate foresight planning for adverse impacts, past dam construction has often resulted devastating effects ecosystems livelihoods affected communities. Participation stakeholders decision-making process increased equity distribution benefits prerequisites mitigating related conflicts ensuring sustainable projects. Appropriate use decision support systems assist operation can contribute these also enhance gains economic, social environmental benefits.