This book assesses river health in the Lancang River Basin with regard to the impacts of hydropower projects. It studies key components of the transboundary effects of Chinese dams on the Lancang River including its hydrology, sediment transport, water temperature, and fish community. It also investigates the specific impacts of hydropower on womens lives and livelihoods, and factors that influence womens participation in river health management. In closing, the lessons learned regarding environmental protection and hydropower development in the Lancang River Basin are shared, e.g. with hydropower developers and regulators in Laos.River Health Assessment.- Improving River Health Through Mitigation and Monitoring.- Transboundary Environmental Effects of Hydropower.- Changes In Womens Livelihood In Areas Affected By Hydropower Projects.- Case Study: Experience Sharing in Laos.- Synthesis.
- Xuezhong Yu, Ph.D., P.Eng., Professorate Senior Engineer
Senior Environmental Specialist
Ecofish Research Ltd.
Prof. Xuezhong Yu is a water resources specialist with 25 years of experience in academia and consulting sectors. Dr. Yu draws his experience in water, energy, agriculture, and environmental industries. His research interests include environmental modeling, environmental impact assessment and environmental management, hydropower sustainability, and watershed management. He has led over 50 research and consulting projects to support the feasibility study, design and operation of large infrastructures. His contributions were disseminated through publication of over 100 journal and conference papers, 3 books, 60 reports, and special conference panels/sessions devoted to his works. In 2008-2010 he participated in the development of Hydropower Sustainability Assessment Protocol which is widely lă¤
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