Herramienta 7: comprender los problemas del agua en la cuenca

Assess the biophysical character of the element

• Is the water demand and availability in balance?
• Are there challenges associated with the catchment’s hydrological characteristics?
• What is the quality of surface water and groundwater in the catchment?

Clarify the regulatory and institutional framework

• What is the national, regional and local institutional and regulatory environment?
• What is the capacity of the regulator, management institutions and utilities to deliver effective services?
• Is the water allocation supported by adequate infrastructure?

Evaluate the socioeconomic and ecological aspects of the catchment

• What are the development objectives of the catchment?
• Do all water users have access to adequate quality water?
• What are the economic activities, ecosystems and socially and culturally sensitive areas in the catchment?