The authors assess the threats facing the Meghna River and identify protection measures needed to ensure that it can provide a sustainable and safe supply of drinking water. These measures include designating ecological critical areas, promoting cleaner industrial production, monitoring pollution, controlling wastewater discharges and pesticide use, and empowering local stewardship of the river.
| ISBN: | 9789292616960 |
| Publication date: | 30th August 2019 |
| Author: | Asian Development Bank |
| Publisher: | Asian Development Bank |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 56 pages |
| Genres: |
Economic theory and philosophy Limnology (inland waters) Environmental management Drought and water supply Water supply and treatment |