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Acceptability of market-based approaches to water management : an analysis of the Deschutes Groundwater Mitigation Program

Creator:: Lieberherr, Eva K.
Abstract:: Growing urbanization, shifting water uses, and a focus on ecosystem health in the Deschutes River Basin in Central Oregon led to experimentation with new voluntary market-based approaches to water management in the last decade. To meet groundwater demands while maintaining instream flows and upholding prior water allocations, the Oregon Water...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Thesis_6.1.final_2_ AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Eva K

An analysis of the prerequisites for landowner participation in conservation oriented programs in the Wood River Valley, Oregon

Creator:: Thomas, Kelley A.
Abstract:: Before 2002, almost all of the approximately 40,000 acres of land in the Wood River Valley, Oregon were used for intensive, flood-irrigated summer cattle grazing, as it had been for over 100 years. Conservation activity in the valley was limited to a couple of wealthy landowners. But a year after...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Abstract approved: _____________________________________________________________________ Denise H

Characterizing community impacts of small dam removal : a case study of the Brownsville Dam

Creator:: Elston, Denise E.
Abstract:: Emerging river policy has launched small dam removal as a viable option to meet the ecological and social demands for river restoration. As small dam removals gain precedence as a policy tool in river restoration projects there exists a glaring gap in the social considerations, in particular how small dam...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Denise E. Elston for the degree of Master of Science in Water Resources Policy and Management presented

The Social Construction of the Metallic Mining Industry: The Divergent Cases of the Mining Moratorium Bill (Wisconsin) and the Permit Streamlining Bill (Minnesota)

Creator:: Harewood, Alessandra G and Harewood, Alessandra G.
Abstract:: Hardrock mining is associated with severe environmental and economic costs. Of particular concern is acid mine drainage which has contaminated several thousand kilometers of streams across the United States representing a formidable danger to watershed health. Given the high risks of this activity, ensuring high regulatory standards may be an...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: : Denise Lach, representing Sociology Dwaine Plaza, representing Sociology

Municipal sewerage system resilience : disturbances and management strategies in Cook County, IL

Creator:: Oravec, Timothy J.
Abstract:: Sewerage infrastructure, including wastewater treatment facilities and conveyance pipes, is reaching the end of its useful life throughout the United States. Aging infrastructure may be more susceptible to fracturing and collapses due to deterioration. Further, sewerage infrastructure is usually designed to discharge untreated wastewater or stormwater into nearby waterways during...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Disturbances and Management Strategies in Cook County, Illinois Abstract approved: Denise H. Lach

An exploratory study of the social factors of small dam removal : Chiloquin Dam at Sprague River Mile 0.87, Oregon

Creator:: Hatch, Jason M.
Abstract:: Several reports related to dams and dam removal have been released this decade by non-governmental organizations including Dam Removal: Science and Decision Making by The Heinz Center which focused on small dams, since most of the dams removed to date as well as those likely to be removed in the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : _______________________________________________________________ Denise H Lach Gail L Achterman Several reports related to dams and dam removal have

A collaborative potential assessment of project atmospheric brown clouds

Creator:: McNally, Amy
Abstract:: Collaboration between scientists and decision makers is a critical element in mobilizing science into action. Likewise, the United Nations defines collaboration between scientists and policymakers as a requisite component in the process of sustainable development. Despite the UN sustainability movement beginning in 1983, scientists may still be frustrated by their...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: members – Aaron Wolf, Denise Lach, Todd Jarvis and Sam Chan- all contributed their time, expertise and

Examining the voluntary adoption of agricultural conservation practices in northern Malheur County, Oregon

Creator:: Foley, Kelly M.
Abstract:: This study sought to better understand the voluntary adoption of water quality improving practices by agricultural producers in Northern Malheur County, Oregon. The Reasoned Action Approach/Theory of Planned Behavior was used as a theoretical framework to identify barriers and incentives to adoption. Study findings suggest that producers primarily consider practical...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Dr. Clinton Shock, Dr. Denise Lach, and Geoff Huntington. Thank you for your time and willingness

Empowerment and Gender Equality for Water and Sanitation in Rural India: Two Case Studies

Creator:: Brown, Abigail
Abstract:: Women and marginalized populations often encounter adversity associated with access, planning, and management of water and sanitation (WatSan) resources in rural India. The Government of India (GOI) has shifted to decentralized, participatory WatSan systems and developed policies to include women and marginalized populations from rural areas in WatSan. Many NGOs...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Campana, representing Geosciences Dr. Denise Lach, representing Sociology Dr. Rebecca

Assessing water governance capacity in the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Albuquerque Area Office

Creator:: Pak, Mariya
Abstract:: In the Middle Rio Grande region of New Mexico, challenges such as droughts, growing urban demand for water, and newly listed endangered species have forced people to change the way that they manage water. New challenges in water governance have created cooperation among agencies that often have conflicting interests, goals,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Acceptability of market-based approaches to water management : an analysis of the Deschutes Groundwater Mitigation Program

An analysis of the prerequisites for landowner participation in conservation oriented programs in the Wood River Valley, Oregon

Characterizing community impacts of small dam removal : a case study of the Brownsville Dam

The Social Construction of the Metallic Mining Industry: The Divergent Cases of the Mining Moratorium Bill (Wisconsin) and the Permit Streamlining Bill (Minnesota)

Municipal sewerage system resilience : disturbances and management strategies in Cook County, IL

An exploratory study of the social factors of small dam removal : Chiloquin Dam at Sprague River Mile 0.87, Oregon

A collaborative potential assessment of project atmospheric brown clouds

Examining the voluntary adoption of agricultural conservation practices in northern Malheur County, Oregon

Empowerment and Gender Equality for Water and Sanitation in Rural India: Two Case Studies

Assessing water governance capacity in the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Albuquerque Area Office

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