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abstract

  • Water conservation is a global responsibility. The synergy between traditional water conservation methods and contemporary, technology-driven strategies in Asia is explored in this chapter. Asian native practices for conserving water are based on millennia of knowledge that are frequently passed down through the generations. These practices are characterized by community-driven and sustainable methods, and they have a strong connection to the natural environment. Many Asian communities have relied on watershed management, traditional irrigation methods, and rainwater gathering for generations to keep their water supplies secure. This chapter explores some of these tried-and-true methods and examines their applicability in the context of contemporary problems like urbanization and climate change. Parallel to this, scientific study and technological breakthroughs have significantly advanced modern water conservation techniques in Asia. Asia has adopted modern strategies to handle difficulties with water scarcity and quality, from the adoption of effective irrigation methods to the creation of smart water monitoring solutions. This chapter focuses on how government initiatives, global partnerships, and technical advancements have helped to advance sustainable water management strategies throughout the continent and how crucial it is to combine conventional thinking with cutting-edge approaches in order to effectively address water conservation issues. In addition, it highlights the necessity of comprehensive, context-specific water conservation policies that combine the best elements of both worlds, recognizing the rich tapestry of Asian water management traditions as well as the potential of contemporary technology. © 2025 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

publication date

  • January 1, 2025