Coevolution and Prediction of Coupled Human-Water Systems

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Coevolution and Prediction of Coupled Human-Water Systems provides an in-depth examination of the intricate interactions between hydrology and society. Inspired by the "Panta Rhei" scientific decade (2013-2022) of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS), the book focuses on the interactions between hydrology and society. Edited by experts in the field who attended the 2023 symposium at the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) in Potsdam, the book is structured into five parts: an introduction to the complexity of human-water systems and management strategies for global water challenges, a bridge between hydrology and environmental sciences through foundational concepts and methodologies, significant progress in understanding coupled human-water systems with topics such as floods, droughts, and agriculture, and diverse global case studies illustrating real-world dynamics and solutions for water security. The final section synthesizes key findings, making this book an essential resource for students, researchers, and practitioners focused on sustainable water management and the dynamics of human-water systems. Authored by experts from various backgrounds in hydrology and water sustainability, this comprehensive volume brings the "Panta Rhei" research agenda to life by exploring the theoretical and methodological approaches to hydrological processes shaped by the relationship between the environment and humans.

• Presents thorough coverage of the scientific decade "Panta Rhei - Everything Flows: Change in Hydrology and Society" of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS)
• Offers essential theories and techniques for understanding coupled human-water systems and the interaction of hydrology with social and environmental concerns
• Provides comprehensive knowledge on sustainable water management from various interdisciplinary sources
• Contains in-depth case studies that illustrate real-world dynamics and provide practical solutions for achieving water security