Dr. OLAKA, Lydia Atieno

Citation:

Baker, T., Kiptala J., Olaka L., Oates N., Hussain A., & McCartney M. (2015).  Baseline review and ecosystem services assessment of the Tana River Basin, Kenya. Baseline review and ecosystem services assessment of the Tana River Basin, Kenya. : International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

Abstract:

The 'WISE-UP to climate'project aims to demonstrate the value of natural infrastructure as a
'nature-based solution'for climate change adaptation and sustainable development. Within
the Tana River Basin, both natural and built infrastructure provide livelihood benefits for
people. Understanding the interrelationships between the two types of infrastructure is a
prerequisite for sustainable water resources development and management. This is
particularly true as pressures on water resources intensify and the impacts of climate change
increase. This report provides an overview of the biophysical characteristics, ecosystem
services and links to livelihoods within the basin.

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