Why use the online Watershed Information System?
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To easily support collective action for improved water management in watersheds
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To systematically visualise watershed maps and organisation of a wide variety of other watershed information in one website
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To provide access to watershed information to all stakeholders concerned for collaborative water work
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To simplify AWS water stewardship implementation by providing access to key information to comply with catchment level indicators in the AWS standard
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to provide foundational information for water management to all stakeholders
Can I use WIS myself?
Yes, WIS is available through the internet and can be managed by you through an easy to use web interface. take a look at the example here: https://watersheds.pythonanywhere.com. If you want to use WIS, please contact us so that we can provide you If with a brief training and access to the tool for a small license and hosting fee.
What is WIS?
The WIS is a simple and easy to use web app that helps you to organise, store and provide access to systematic information on watersheds. It aims to provide a level information playing field between stakeholders so that more informed and constructive discussions can take place to enable collective water action.
Where is WIS used?
- Zona Bananera, Colombia
- Guadalquivir, Spain
- Boise, USA
- Huila, Colombia
- Iwala, South Africa
Who uses WIS?
- WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE (WWF)
- MARS
- EDEKA
- CAFË HUILA
- ALLIANCE FOR WATER STEWARDSHIP