Traditional hydrological models inadequately manage complex water systems like the Blue Nile by ignoring dynamic human-water interactions. Socio-hydrological approaches integrate bidirectional feedback loops where human activities affect water resources, which subsequently influence societal behaviors. This book combines social and hydrological disciplines, incorporating ecological factors, population dynamics, and environmental awareness to enable sustainable water management that prioritizes long-term ecosystem health over short-term economic gains.

Key features:

• Reflects the focus on the interaction between social systems and hydrological processes within the Nile Basin
• Provides a detailed analysis of current water availability, variability, and competing demands
• Delves into the complex issue of transboundary water governance, including the dynamics of cooperation and conflict among riparian countries and existing agreements
• Offers lessons for other river basins facing similar socio-environmental challenges
• Includes specific case studies, such as the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) and community-based water management strategies

This book is aimed at academics, water professionals, and policymakers.

Meseret Dawit Teweldebrihan is an advisor, lecturer, researcher, climate and adaptation expert working in multi-sectoral environments for more than ten years. She is an independent researcher and has taken leadership in different climate relevant projects for more than seven years. Dr. Meseret has solid experience in turning the most challenging experiences into the best achievements of her professional career to benefit her community. She works as a consultant and is involved in different projects. Dr. Meseret’s work is mainly on climate change with gender-sensitive, hydrology, irrigation optimization, socio-hydrology, hydraulic engineering, GIS, land and water development and related fields.