UNESCO WWR (World Water Resources and Use) Database

Although the general objectives remain valid, greater emphasis is being put on the role of water resources management for sustainable development and the adaptation of the hydrological sciences to cope with the expected changing climate and environmental conditions.

Another important objective is to integrate the developing countries into the worldwide ventures of research and training. The principal modes of execution of IHP, which is a long-term program executed in phases of a 6-year duration, have been working groups, symposia, workshops, publications and extra-budgetary projects, the latter especially through the UNESCO Regional Offices where Regional Hydrologists are located.