Water dynamics and population pressure in the Nepalese Himalayas.
The authors investigate the impact of water shortages, especially water for irrigation, on development in Nepal. "The problems associated with hydropower development will be illustrated by using the Kulekhani watershed project as a case study." The possible future effects on food supplies and health are discussed.
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D001208:Asia; D003247:Conservation of Natural Resources; D003906:Developing Countries; D004190:Disasters; D004467:Economics; D004777:Environment; D005523:Food Supply; D006262:Health; D009390:Nepal; D014881:Water Supply
Asia; Developing Countries; Drought; Economic Development; Economic Factors; Environment; Environmental Degradation; Food Supply; Health; Natural Resources; Nepal; Southern Asia; Sustainable Development; Water Supply