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ALTERNATIVES TO DAMS
- 10 reasons why hydropower dams are a false climate solution Not only does hydroelectric power fail to prevent catastrophic climate change, but it also renders countries more vulnerable to climate change while emitting significant amounts of methane, one of the worst greenhouse gases.
- Alternatives to Tillegra Sustainable water supply options for the Hunter and Central Coast.
- Crisis? What water crisis? Australia's e-journal of social & political debate – an argument for tanks
- Domestic water tanks Options for rain water tanks suitable for city-dwellers
- Flinders University recycling research Alternative sources of water and public responses at water recycling sites
- Fresh Solutions: Water Use and Conservation Designed for a middle school audience, exploring environmental issues related to water use, with an emphasis on engineering and design thinking.
- Institute for Sustainable Futures Dr Simon Fane publications on waste water and recycling
- Rainwater Tanks, water and safety
- Rainwater tank buying guide Choice magazine purchasing advice
- Rainwater tank information By HunterWater
- Rainwater Tanks Guidance on the Use of Rainwater Tanks from the Department of Health
- Rainwater Tanks Australian Government guide to environmentally sustainable homes
- Reducing Water Use Overview of things we can do to reduce water use and the impacts of stormwater and wastewater on surrounding ecosystems.
- Review of the need for Tillegra Dam Independent Review of Supply-Demand Planning in the Lower Hunter by Institute for Sustainable Futures – University of Technology Sydney
- Savewater!® Alliance Australia's leading resource on water conservation
- Sustainable Strategy for the Lower Hunter Beyond Tillegra: A sustainable water strategy for the Lower Hunter
- Sustainable Urban Water Management Concise outline of what can be done & the changes needed.
- Sustainable Water Solutions for Hunter Valley Overview of sustainable water supplies for Hunter Valley & Central Coast by Dr Charles Essery
- UNSW research Publications on wastewater and recycling by Professor Stuart James Khan
- Urban Water Cycle Management Presentation on integrated approaches for future urban water management combining analyses of water quantity, water quality, potable water and wastewater systems.
- Urban Water Cycle Management publications by Dr Peter Coombes
- Urban Water Cycle Solutions Dr Peter Coombes has developed systems of understanding of the urban, rural and natural water cycles with a view to finding optimum solutions for the sustainable use of ecosystem services, provision of infrastructure and urban planning.
- Water recycling issues ACTEW study tour — Health, Environment and Regulatory aspects of Water Recycling
- Water Tanks Comprehensive Options and Information by Enviro-Friendly Products
- What are the alternatives to Tillegra? Dr Simon Fane – Institute for Sustainable Futures overview paper on all the options
DAMS
- 5 Massive Dam Failures Caught On Camera Balwin Hills Dam, Shinfa Dam, Lake Duncan Dam, RusHydro, Cook Minnesota
- Climate Change Dooms Dams A growing body of research published over the past two decades has found that most reservoirs, including those used for hydropower, aren’t emissions-free, some cases can reach the same emission rates as thermal power plants.
- Cracking dams Here you will learn about dams and cracks, engineering and computer simulation.
- Dam Failure — St Frances Dam Failure of the St. Francis Dam in California with over 400 people killed.
- Dam failures Common causes of dam failures
- Dam-Reservoir Info & Impact Archive Lots of info & links on dam impacts
- Dam: Failures Modes and Their Possible Solutions Overtopping is one of the many reasons why dams fail.
- Dams do fail! Links, photos & info about dam failures.
- Dams Not Cost Effective Not only is damming rivers terrible for human rights, ecosystems, and food security, but the cost-benefit ratio of dams has declined rapidly.
- Dams, Rivers and Rights An action guide for communities affected by dams.
- Environmental Socio-Economic Impacts Review of lots of info on these impacts of dams — good bibliography.
- Independent Dam Safety Monitors Public accessibility, transparent risk assessment and reporting of dam risk
- National Water Commission Abolished by the Abbott government
- Recent dam failures Examples of recent dam failures and their implications
- Safety of Proposed Tillegra Dam Expert report on the geological safety of this site
- Teton Dam Teton Dam disaster
- Why Dams Fail As dams age they fail, causing immense property and environmental damages and have taken thousands of lives.
- Why Rivers Need Protecting The increasing impact of dams on World Heritage sites has prompted a global outcry.
- World Commission on Dams WCD's final report, Dams and Development: A Framework for Decision Making established the most comprehensive guidelines for dam building
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
- 10 reasons why hydropower dams are a false climate solution Not only does hydroelectric power fail to prevent catastrophic climate change, but it also renders countries more vulnerable to climate change while emitting significant amounts of methane, one of the worst greenhouse gases.
- Australian Water Association Water industry association with a mission to promote the sustainable management of water.
- Climate Change Dooms Dams A growing body of research published over the past two decades has found that most reservoirs, including those used for hydropower, aren’t emissions-free, some cases can reach the same emission rates as thermal power plants.
- Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Australian Govt environmental water provisions
- Environmental aspects of sustainability Various scientific articles on environmental aspects of sustainability.
- Environmental Socio-Economic Impacts Review of lots of info on these impacts of dams — good bibliography.
- Fresh Solutions: Water Use and Conservation Designed for a middle school audience, exploring environmental issues related to water use, with an emphasis on engineering and design thinking.
- National Water Initiative Australia’s blueprint for national water reform — abolished by Abbott government
- Reducing Water Use Overview of things we can do to reduce water use and the impacts of stormwater and wastewater on surrounding ecosystems.
- Thirteen ways dams damage rivers The effects of dams on river health and integrity
- Toxic algal blooms Newcastle's water is vulnerable to toxic algal blooms via the Williams River!
- Urban Water Cycle Management publications by Dr Peter Coombes
- Water recycling issues ACTEW study tour — Health, Environment and Regulatory aspects of Water Recycling
- Why wetlands are important Facts on Wetlands and the Hunter Estuary Wetlands
FACTS
- 10 Myths about Tillegra By Institute for Sustainable Futures
- 5 Massive Dam Failures Caught On Camera Balwin Hills Dam, Shinfa Dam, Lake Duncan Dam, RusHydro, Cook Minnesota
- Alternatives to Tillegra Sustainable water supply options for the Hunter and Central Coast.
- Arguments against the dam NTDG outlines the reasons why a dam isn't needed
- Australian Water Association Water industry association with a mission to promote the sustainable management of water.
- Australia’s Water Account The Water Account Australia presents information on the physical and monetary supply and use of water in the Australian economy for 2019-20
- Brief History of Tillegra Proposal Outline of facts of the 2006 Tillegra Dam proposal
- Dam: Failures Modes and Their Possible Solutions Overtopping is one of the many reasons why dams fail.
- Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Australian Govt environmental water provisions
- Environmental aspects of sustainability Various scientific articles on environmental aspects of sustainability.
- Facts sheet A collection of facts about the 2006 Tillegra Dam proposal
- Fresh Solutions: Water Use and Conservation Designed for a middle school audience, exploring environmental issues related to water use, with an emphasis on engineering and design thinking.
- Institute for Sustainable Futures Dr Simon Fane publications on waste water and recycling
- Making every drop count — using recycled water Researchers and water authorities in Australia say there's no scientific or health reason that recycled wastewater can't be safely used as part of drinking water supplies if treated properly.
- National Water Commission Abolished by the Abbott government
- National Water Initiative Australia’s blueprint for national water reform — abolished by Abbott government
- News Videos on Tillegra Dam Proposal Local television coverage of the Tillegra Dam proposal and expose of water profiteering
- Rainwater Tanks Guidance on the Use of Rainwater Tanks from the Department of Health
- Recent dam failures Examples of recent dam failures and their implications
- Review of the need for Tillegra Dam Independent Review of Supply-Demand Planning in the Lower Hunter by Institute for Sustainable Futures – University of Technology Sydney
- Sustainable Strategy for the Lower Hunter Beyond Tillegra: A sustainable water strategy for the Lower Hunter
- Sustainable Urban Water Management Concise outline of what can be done & the changes needed.
- Thirteen ways dams damage rivers The effects of dams on river health and integrity
- Unfair trading of water tanks NSW Fair Trading warning: 28 January 2011
- UNSW research Publications on wastewater and recycling by Professor Stuart James Khan
- Why Dams Fail As dams age they fail, causing immense property and environmental damages and have taken thousands of lives.
- Why wetlands are important Facts on Wetlands and the Hunter Estuary Wetlands
RIVERS
- Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Australian Govt environmental water provisions
- International Rivers Network Protects rivers and defends the rights of communities that depend on them
- National Water Commission Abolished by the Abbott government
- Toxic algal blooms Newcastle's water is vulnerable to toxic algal blooms via the Williams River!
- Why Rivers Need Protecting The increasing impact of dams on World Heritage sites has prompted a global outcry.
SAFETY
- Dam Failure — St Frances Dam Failure of the St. Francis Dam in California with over 400 people killed.
- Geology and dams No two dam sites are identical!
- Rainwater Tanks, water and safety
- Safety of Proposed Tillegra Dam Expert report on the geological safety of this site
- Toxic algal blooms Newcastle's water is vulnerable to toxic algal blooms via the Williams River!
- World Commission on Dams WCD's final report, Dams and Development: A Framework for Decision Making established the most comprehensive guidelines for dam building
WATERWISE
- Building Better – Water Wise Design Also worth searching this website for "water wise". A Royal Australian Institute of Architects building advisory service.
- Domestic water tanks Options for rain water tanks suitable for city-dwellers
- Flinders University recycling research Alternative sources of water and public responses at water recycling sites
- Gardening better ABC Gardening Australia factsheets on waterwise gardening and water conservation.
- Gov’t rebates & water saving incentives List of rebate and incentive schemes to help you financially while you help the environment.
- How to save water in the garden 11 ways to save water in the garden.
- How you can save water Hunter Water advice
- Institute for Sustainable Futures Dr Simon Fane publications on waste water and recycling
- Making every drop count — using recycled water Researchers and water authorities in Australia say there's no scientific or health reason that recycled wastewater can't be safely used as part of drinking water supplies if treated properly.
- NSW Department of Planning and Environment Tips on being waterwise and more water efficient.
- Rainwater Tanks, water and safety
- Rainwater tank information By HunterWater
- Rainwater Tank Maintenance This video will walk you through the simple steps needed to keep your rainwater tank system in good condition.
- Rainwater Tanks Sydney Water authority advice on tank choice
- Rainwater Tanks Guidance on the Use of Rainwater Tanks from the Department of Health
- Rainwater Tanks Australian Government guide to environmentally sustainable homes
- Reducing Water Use Overview of things we can do to reduce water use and the impacts of stormwater and wastewater on surrounding ecosystems.
- Savewater!® Alliance Australia's leading resource on water conservation
- Sydney Water Guidelines Simple, commonsense rules we all need to follow to save water.
- Water NSW waterwise tips How to use less water.
- Water recycling issues ACTEW study tour — Health, Environment and Regulatory aspects of Water Recycling
- Water Tanks Comprehensive Options and Information by Enviro-Friendly Products
WHAT YOU CAN DO
- Building Better – Water Wise Design Also worth searching this website for "water wise". A Royal Australian Institute of Architects building advisory service.
- Crisis? What water crisis? Australia's e-journal of social & political debate – an argument for tanks
- Dams, Rivers and Rights An action guide for communities affected by dams.
- Domestic water tanks Options for rain water tanks suitable for city-dwellers
- Gardening better ABC Gardening Australia factsheets on waterwise gardening and water conservation.
- Gov’t rebates & water saving incentives List of rebate and incentive schemes to help you financially while you help the environment.
- How to save water in the garden 11 ways to save water in the garden.
- How you can save water Hunter Water advice
- NSW Department of Planning and Environment Tips on being waterwise and more water efficient.
- Rainwater Tanks, water and safety
- Rainwater tank buying guide Choice magazine purchasing advice
- Rainwater tank information By HunterWater
- Rainwater Tank Maintenance This video will walk you through the simple steps needed to keep your rainwater tank system in good condition.
- Rainwater Tanks Australian Government guide to environmentally sustainable homes
- Rainwater Tanks Sydney Water authority advice on tank choice
- Rainwater Tanks Guidance on the Use of Rainwater Tanks from the Department of Health
- Reducing Water Use Overview of things we can do to reduce water use and the impacts of stormwater and wastewater on surrounding ecosystems.
- Sustainable Strategy for the Lower Hunter Beyond Tillegra: A sustainable water strategy for the Lower Hunter
- Sustainable Urban Water Management Concise outline of what can be done & the changes needed.
- Sydney Water Guidelines Simple, commonsense rules we all need to follow to save water.
- Unfair trading of water tanks NSW Fair Trading warning: 28 January 2011
- Water NSW waterwise tips How to use less water.
- Water Tanks Comprehensive Options and Information by Enviro-Friendly Products