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Published on: July 24, 2016
A water sustainability index for West Java. Part 1: developing the conceptual framework.
I Juwana1, B J C Perera, N Muttil
1School of Engineering and Science, Victoria University, Melbourne VIC 8001, Australia. iwan.juwana@live.vu.edu.au
Summary
This study develops a conceptual framework for the West Java Water Sustainability Index (WJWSI) to guide sustainable water management. It details criteria for selecting indicators for this crucial environmental and economic tool.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Water Resource Management
- Sustainability Science
Background:
- Sustainable water resources management integrates social, economic, and environmental factors.
- Water sustainability indices aid in assessing water resource conditions and prioritizing issues.
- Existing indices are often region-specific, necessitating localized development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a conceptual framework for the West Java Water Sustainability Index (WJWSI).
- To establish criteria for selecting components and indicators for the WJWSI.
- To lay the groundwork for a localized index to support sustainable water management in West Java.
Main Methods:
- Developing a conceptual framework for the WJWSI.
- Defining criteria for the selection of initial components and indicators.
- Presenting a detailed justification for the chosen components and indicators.
Main Results:
- The first paper in a two-part series, focusing on the conceptual framework development.
- Outlined criteria for identifying and selecting components/indicators for the WJWSI.
- Provided justification for the selected components and indicators.
Conclusions:
- The conceptual framework is the foundational step for the WJWSI.
- The WJWSI aims to address the need for region-specific water sustainability assessment.
- Further research will involve stakeholder feedback and index application.
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