Qualifying irrigation system sustainability and governance by means of stakeholder perceptions: the Neste Canal (France)
Language
en
Article de revue
This item was published in
International Journal of Water Resources Development. 2016-11-03, vol. 33, n° 6, p. 935-954
Taylor & Francis (Routledge)
English Abstract
From the analysis of stakeholders’ attitudes, this article explores problems, opportunities and constraints for improving sustainability and establishing better water governance processes in the selected case study, the ...Read more >
From the analysis of stakeholders’ attitudes, this article explores problems, opportunities and constraints for improving sustainability and establishing better water governance processes in the selected case study, the Neste irrigation canal (France). Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed by means of a new codification system for identifying the affinities and confrontations between stakeholder demands. Results revealed that there are conceptual and practical heterogeneities among the preferences of stakeholder groups regarding irrigation management, sustainable attitudes and governance promotion. These results can be used by stakeholders and the relevant authorities as a first step in customizing their interventions.Read less <
English Keywords
Irrigation
stakeholders
multifunctionality
governance
Neste irrigation canal
France
Origin
Hal importedCollections