Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) early this year launched a report on results and risks in Transboundary Water Management (TWM). This desktop\u00a0study was carried out by Hydropolis Consulting and Research, and looked into a dozen different cooperations on transboundary water across the globe with the purpose of determining what kind of results and risks are typically\u00a0associated with TWM cooperation. The study found that TWM initiatives\u00a0typically\u00a0can\u00a0demonstrate\u00a0short-term results of “output” character, but there are also positive\u00a0long-term effects on stability, trade, and the environment. However, these are difficult to measure\u00a0and therefore often are presented in anecdotal form. Assumptions about long-term effects are vaguely described and “results-chains” are lacking. TWM projects are often high-risk undertakings\u00a0and frequently face\u00a0ownership problems. The report ends with a set of recommendations, including the need to\u00a0improve\u00a0indicators, take risk management seriously and to be realistic\u00a0in setting objectives.<\/p>\n
Click here for\u00a0the full report\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Click here for\u00a0SIWI’s Policy Brief\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) early this year launched a report on results and risks in Transboundary Water Management (TWM). This desktop\u00a0study was carried out by Hydropolis Consulting and Research, and looked into a dozen different cooperations on transboundary water … Continue reading