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Arnell, N. and Charlton, M./University of Southampton
2009Adapting to the Effects of Climate Change on Water Supply Reliability
This paper examines potential barriers for water companies in adapting to decreases in water supply reliability. Page 1 addresses climate change impacts in Southern England, including changes in storm intensity and frequency.
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Awwa Research Foundation
2008Climate Change and Drinking Water
This report provides summaries of climate change impacts on drinking water and adaptation activities. This report provides introductory information for people beginning to familiarize themselves with the topic of climate change and water resources. Pages 3 provides information on changes in storm intensity and extreme events along with highlighting how this will impact water utility management.
Adaptation, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Bates, B.C., Kundzewicz, S.W., Palutikof, J.P./Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
2008IPCC Technical Paper IV: Climate Change and Water
This report highlights climate change impacts on water resources and provides regional projections for all seven continents, including North America and the United States. Section 2 addresses hydrological impacts associated with climate change, including changes in storm intensity and frequency.
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableInternational, United States
Black, A.R./University of Dundee and Burns, J.C./Scottish Environmental Protection Agency
2002Re-Assessing the Flood Risk in Scotland
This paper analyzes flood records and flood-risk estimation to characterize trends in past flood data. The authors find that periods of extreme flooding increased significantly during the 1980s and 1990s in western catchments. (Abstract only)
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
California Department of Water Resources
2009Video: A Climate of Change
A 22 minute video explaining climate change background information, effects on water resources, and adaptation strategies.
Adaptation, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
California
West and SouthwestUnited States
City of Chicago
2008Climate Change and Changes in Precipitation
This fact-sheet highlights information on how precipitation will change in Chicago, including changes in storm intensity and frequency. However, the fact-sheet does not focus on impacts relevant to water resource managers beyond mentioning changes in water quality and flooding.
Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Illinois
MidwestUnited States
Companionships for Sustainable Water Care
2008Anglian Water: Expert Opinion Panel on Growth and Climate Change
This paper, which was written to advocate sustainable water management by Anglian Water, provides information on climate change impacts and proposed adaptation techniques. Page 7 presents basic information on climate change, including changes in storm intensity and frequency.
Adaptation, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Conway, D./University of East Anglia
1998Recent Climate Variability and Future Climate Change Scenarios for Great Britain
This article uses past climate extremes and climate change models to project potential spatial patterns and magnitude of future climatic events throughout Great Britain. Pages 352-355 address recent changes in climate. Pages 365-368 address future changes in storm frequency and intensity.
Downscaled Models, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management 
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Cromwell, J.E., Smith, J.B., Raucher, R.S./Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies
2007Implications of Climate Change for Urban Water Utilities
This report details climate science and projections, defines impacts relevant to water resource managers across several U.S. regions, and outlines relevant responses to climate change, including vulnerability analysis and integrated resource planning. Page 2 specifically addresses changes in precipitation frequency.
Adaptation, Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management 
None
Midwest, Southeast, West and SouthwestUnited States
D'Antonio, J.R./New Mexico Office of the State Engineer and Interstate Stream Commission
2006The Impact of Climate Change on New Mexico's Water Supply and Ability to Manage Water Resources
Chapter II of this report provides information on how climate change will affect water supply and water quality in New Mexico and the Southwest. Chapter IV provides adaptation measures for sustainable use of current water supply. This is a top down report focusing on climate change, associated impacts, and what those impacts mean for water resource managers. Page 6 directly addresses precipitation, while pages 11-15 provide information on precipitation impacts derived from climate models.
Adaptation, Downscaled Models, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
New Mexico
West and SouthwestUnited States
Delpla, I., Jung, A.V., Baures, E., Clement, M., Thomas, O.
2009Impacts of Climate Change on Surface Water Quality in Relation to Drinking Water Production
Section 2 of this report provides background information on the parameters that govern water quality and how they will be impacted by climate change, including changes in extreme precipitation. Section 3 highlights expected impacts of climate change on water quality. Figure 2 provides a summary of climate change impacts and drinking water treatment issues.
Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Department of Ecology - State of Washington
2009Focus on Impacts of Climate Change in Washington State
This fact-sheet highlights the impacts of climate change on Washington state and provides a brief summary of impacts specific to water resources. Page 1 highlights changes in storm intensity and frequency in western Washington state.
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Washington
NorthwestUnited States
Ekstrom, M./University of East Anglia, Fowler, H.J., Kilsby, C.G./University of New Castle and Jones, P.D/University of East Anglia
2004New Estimates of Future Changes in Extreme Rainfall Across the UK Using Regional Climate Model Integrations. 2. Future Estimates and Use in Impact Studies
This paper relies on climate change models to estimate increases and changes in rainfall intensity. Pages 239-241 provide regional projections of simulated changes in rainfall events and storm intensity throughout the United Kingdom.
Downscaled Models, Flood Risk Management, Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Environment Agency
2004Reconstructed River Flows from 1860 to Present
This report updates an earlier report on river flow reconstruction in 15 catchments throughout England and Wales. Page 19 provides descriptive statistics for observed and reconstructed river flows from 1980-2002. Page 23 describes the most extreme river flows for each catchment from 1865-2002. Pages 47-68 provide graphical representations of river flow in all 15 catchments.
Reference Data, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
European Environment Agency
2007Climate Change and Water Adaptation Issues
This paper, which assesses impacts to climate change on water resources throughout Europe, provides information relevant to water companies, including impacts, adaptation techniques, and case studies. Page 11 provides a table with observed and projected changes in storm intensity. Pages 20-21 identify the countries most vulnerable to these impacts, including the UK
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Fowler, H. J./Newcastle University and Wilby, R.L./Longborough University
2010Detecting Changes in Seasonal Precipitation Extremes Using Regional Climate Model Projections: Implications for Managing Fluvial Flood Risk
This paper provides a methodology for estimating detection times associated with changes in extreme precipitation. This information can be used in planning the development and installation of water supply management infrastructure. Pages 5-7 provide graphical projections for changes in seasonal precipitation extremes in 2020, 2050, and 2080.
Infrastructure Implications, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Frederick, K./Resources for the Future
1997Water Resources and Climate Change
This issue brief provides a summary of IPCC results. Table 1 shows impacts of stream runoff at 2C and 4C warming for a number of river basins, including: Great Basin, Sacramento, White, and East. This document also presents information on climate impacts on water demand. Page 9 addresses changes in storm intensity and frequency from an adaptation and planning perspective.
Public Communication/Outreach, Regional and Local Information, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
California
West and SouthwestUnited States
Frederick, K.D., Gleick, P.H./Pew Center on Global Climate Change
1999Water and Global Climate Change: Potential Impacts on US Water Resources
This report contains a number of maps of the US showing relative precipitation changes under a changing climate. Table 1 provides projections for changes in annual runoff for a number of water resource regions; Table 2 provides similar information for mountainous river basins. Section IV highlights implications for climate change on "managed-water resources." Pages 15-16 address the hydrological impacts of extreme weather events, while pages 23-26 address the economic impacts associated with extreme weather events.
Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Gleick, P.H./U.S. Global Change Research Program
2000Water: The Potential Consequences of Climate Variability and Change for the Water Resources of the United States
This detailed and lengthy report has several relevant sections for water managers, including: Future Water Use in the United States (p. 24), a detailed discussion on how climate change will impact hydrological parameters (pp.26-52), and impacts on water quality (pp.52-68). The "Coping and Adaptation" (pp.111-120) section provides advice to plan for climate change. Pages 5-6 and pages 34-36 specifically address changes in extreme precipitation events.
Adaptation, Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Haylock, M.R., Cawley, G.C., Harpham, C., Wilby, R.L. and Goodess, C.M
2006Downscaling Heavy Precipitation over the UK: A Comparison of Dynamical and Statistical Methods and their Future Scenarios
This article compares statistical and dynamical downscaling models for their effectiveness in downscaling heavy precipitation indices. Downscaling is applied to two meteorological stations in northwest and southeast England. (Abstract only)
Downscaled Models, Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Jacobs, K., Adams, D.B., Gleick, P./U. S. Global Change Research Program
2001National Assessment of the Potential Consequences of Climate Variability and Change for the Water Resources of the US
This resource provides detailed background information on how climate change will affect water resources in the United States. This resource addresses water supply stress, groundwater supply, impacts to aquatic and riparian ecosystems, and adaptation strategies. Pages 409, 414, and 417 specifically address changes in storm intensity and frequency.
Adaptation, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Jones, P.D., Lister, D.H./University of East Anglia, Wilby, R.L./Environment Agency and Kostopoulou, E/Institute for Environmental Research and Sustainable Development.
2006Extended River Flow Reconstructions for England and Wales
This article presents an update to an earlier reconstruction of river flow data based on a more complete rainfall series. The authors create this reconstruction for 15 catchments throughout the UK. Page 226 provides results for changes in river flow and page 229 provides the 5 most extreme high river flows, by season, for the 15 catchments. Page 230 provides the 5 most extreme low river flows, by season, for the 15 catchments.
Reference Data, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Karl, T.R., Meehl, G.A., Miller, C.D., Hassol, S.J., Waple, A.M., Murray, W.L./U.S.Climate Change Science Program
2008SAP 33: Weather and Climate Extremes in a Changing Climate
This report provides information on climate extremes and weather changes resulting from climate change. Section 2 highlights observed changes in precipitation extremes and section 3 addresses projected changes in precipitation extremes.
Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Kiparsky, M., Gleick, P.H./Pacific Institute
2003Climate Change and California Water Resources: A Survey and Summary of Literature
This literature review provides information on climate change impacts on water resources in California, along with coping and adaptation policies to mitigate these impacts. The article details specific policy adaptations such as water planning and management, new supply options, and demand management. Pages 11, 26, and 28 specifically address extreme precipitation events.
Adaptation, Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Downscaled Models, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
California
West and SouthwestUnited States
Lettenmaier, D., Major, D., Poff, L., Running, S./U.S. Climate Change Science Program
2008The Effects of Climate Change on Agriculture, Land Resources, Water Resources and Biodiversity in the United States
This report focuses broadly on climate change impacts. Section 4 documents nationwide trends in stream flow, evaporation, and drought. It also provides regional assessments of potential changes in water resources and variables that should be monitored by water utility managers. Pages 142 and 145 specifically address increase in precipitation frequency and intensity.
Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Malby, A.R., Whyatt, J.D., Timmis, R.J./Lancaster University, Wilby, R.L. and Orr, H.G./Lancaster University, Environment Agency
2007Long-term Variations in Orographic Rainfall: Analysis and Implications for Upland Catchments
This articles examines changes in observed rainfall from 1970 through 1990 across northwest England. Page 281 describes observed changes in the seasonality of rainfall. Page 282 describes observed changes in extreme rainfall events.
Reference Data, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Maraun, D., Osborn, T.J. and Gillett, N.P./University of East Anglia
2008United Kingdom Daily Precipitation Intensity: Improved Early Data, Error Estimates and an Update from 2000 to 2006
This paper analyzes the contribution of heavy precipitation events to total precipitation in the United Kingdom. Page 7 compares the number of extreme rain events to total precipitation from 1900-2006 throughout the UK. Page 8 examines the seasonality of extreme precipitation events.
Reference Data, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Maraun, D./University of East Anglia, Rust, H.W./Physics Institute and Osborn, T.J./University of East Anglia
2009The Annual Cycle of Heavy Precipitation Across the United Kingdom: A Model Based on Extreme Value Statistics
This article relies on statistical modeling to examine extreme one day precipitation events throughout the UK. The authors find distinct regional variation in these precipitation events. (Abstract only)
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Miller, K., Yates, D./Water Research Foundation
2006Climate Change and Water Resources: A Primer for Municipal Water Providers #2973
This 2006 primer summarizes the best available scientific evidence on climate change, including implications for the water cycle and associated impacts on water quality and supply. Also provides guidance on planning and adaptation. Pages 40-41 highlight changes in precipitation frequency and intensity.
Adaptation, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Morrison, J., Morikawa, M., Murphy, M., Schulte, P./Pacific Institute
2009Water Scarcity and Climate Change: Growing Risks for Business and Investors
This article provides a general source of information on water supply and climate change. It provides information on how impacts on water supply and quality will affect business costs and decisions. Pages 6-7 address changes in precipitation frequency and intensity. Appendix B highlights industrial sectors most threatened by this impact.
Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableNot Applicable
Mortsch, L., Alden, M./Environment Canada and University of Waterloo, Scheraga, J.D./U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2003Climate Change and Water Quality in the Great Lakes Region: Risks, Opportunities, and Responses
Section 3.3 of this report discusses impacts associated with climate change that are particularly relevant to water utility managers in the Great Lakes region. This report highlights climate change impacts that are related to water supply, ground water availability, and water quality. Section 2.1.2 and 3.2.2 specifically address changes in precipitation frequency and intensity.
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
None
MidwestUnited States
Nelson, B., Schmitt, M., Cohen, R., Ketabi, N./Natural Resources Defense Council
2007In Hot Water: Water Management Strategies to Weather the Effects of Global Warming
Chapter 2 of this report highlights broad climate impacts on water resources for water managers in the Western United States. Chapter 4 provides a guide to aid water resource managers in developing response measures to climate change based on "best practices." This report presents information from a bottom up, utility-focused perspective beginning with a vulnerability analysis for water resource managers before addressing climate change impacts. Page 5 addresses changes in precipitation frequency and intensity.
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance and Tools, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
None
West and SouthwestUnited States
New York City Department of Environmental Protection
2007Climate Change Program Assessment and Action Plan
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection has produced a detailed report of climate change impacts in New York City. Chapter 2 of the report provides a review of climate change projections and what they mean for water quality and quantity. Chapter 3 provides detailed adaptation strategies. Page 37 addresses changes in precipitation frequency and intensity.
Adaptation, Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance and Tools, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
New York
Northeast  United States
Osborn, T.J., Hulme, M., Jones, P.D./University of East Anglia, and Basnett, T.A./Hadley Centre for Climate Prediction and Research
2000Observed Trends in the Daily Intensity of United Kingdom Precipitation
This paper examines trends in precipitation intensity by examining data from 1961-1995. Section 2 describes the data used in this analysis. Section 5 describes changes in storm intensity and frequency by season. Page 361 presents a graph of precipitation intensity trends.
Reference Data, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Pacific Institute
2009Climate Change and the Global Water Crisis: What Businesses Need to Know and Do
This report discusses how climate change will impact water quality and supply while providing tips on how businesses can manage water risks strategically. It provides broad overviews of climate change impacts. Page 2 addresses changes in precipitation frequency and intensity.
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
None
None None
Prudhomme, C., Jakob, D., and Svensson, C./Centre for Ecology and Hydrology
2003Uncertainty and Climate Change Impact on the Flood Regime of Small UK Catchments
This study provides a methodology for assessing uncertainty of future climate impacts and then applies this methodology to five catchments in Great Britain. This analysis shows an increase in the magnitude and frequency of flood events. (Abstract only)
Flood Risk Management, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Prudhomme, C./Centre for Ecology and Hydrology and Electricit de France, Jakob, D. and Svensson, C./Centre for Ecology and Hydrology
2003Uncertainty and Climate Change Impact on the Flood Regime of Small UK Catchments
This paper develops a methodology for analyzing uncertainty in climate change impact studies and then applies it to 5 catchments in Great Britain. The authors also use a flow series model to simulate past and future hydrological scenarios and generate predictions for future flood regimes. (Abstract only).
Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Prudhomme, C./Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, Wilby, R.L./Loughborough University, Crooks, S./Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, et al
2010Scenario-neutral Approach to Climate Change Impact Studies: Application to Flood Risk
This article provides an approach for undertaking climate impact studies and applies this analysis to fluvial flood risk in the UK. (Abstract only).
Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Subak, S./University of East Anglia
2000Climate Change Adaptation in the UK Water Industry: Managers' Perceptions of Past Variability and Future Scenarios
This article reports on 10 interviews with water company managers about observed climate change impacts and innovative ways to adapt planning to future climate change. (Abstract only)
Adaptation, Communication and Outreach Materials 
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
The Royal Academy of Engineering
2011Infrastructure, Engineering and Climate Change Adaptation - Ensuring Services In an Uncertain Future
This report, written from the perspective of the engineering community, assesses the vulnerability of infrastructure throughout the UK. Page 21 discusses specific impacts, including changes in storm intensity.
Adaptation, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management 
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
The Scottish Government
2009Scotland's Climate Change Adaptation Framework
This report presents a climate change adaptation framework for public and private stakeholders in Scotland. Page 8 provides projections of future climate change, including changes in storm intensity and frequency.
Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
The U.S. Climate Change Science Program
2008National Level Climate Impacts - Water Resources - First Draft
This report provides summary information on regional climate impacts on water resources. This source presents information by focusing on climate events, the regions vulnerable to these events, and impacts associated with these events. Pages 86-88 address changes in precipitation frequency and intensity and the associated impacts on water quality.
Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2009Potential Water Resource Impacts in North America
This website provides regional summaries of climate change impacts, such as changes in storm intensity and frequency, on water resources for each region in the United States.
Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Global Change Research Program
2008Climate Impacts on Water Resources
This report provides background information on climate change related impacts on water utilities. Section C of each climate impact topic section describes associated problems for water utilities. Pages 12-14 highlight changes in storm intensity and the associated impacts to water resources and water programs.
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
U.S. Global Change Research Program
2010Regional Climate Change Impacts
Interactive website that highlights key regional climate change impacts in simple language. Allows users to select their region and get a brief summary of likely climate change impacts.
Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
U.S. Global Change Research Program
2009Global Climate Change Impacts in the United States: Water Resources
This report provides maps with information on climate change impacts on water resources. The report graphically represents changes in snow pack, drought trends, increases in the number of days with heavy precipitation (Page 45), projected changes in annual runoff, and areas of potential water supply conflict by 2025.
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Vidal, J.P. and Wade, S.D./HR Wallingford
2008Multimodel Projections of Catchment-Scale Precipitation Regime
This paper examines uncertainty when using GCMs to generate catchment-scale precipitation scenarios. The authors use two emissions scenarios, six global climate models, and four downscaling techniques to make climate change projections for two catchments in the UK. This technique generally forecasts an increase in the extremes of the hydrological cycle. (Abstract only).
Downscaled Models, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
Water Environment Research Foundation
2009Guide to Climate Risk Information - A Series of Technical Fact-Sheets
These 10 fact-sheets guide readers through terminology, concepts, models, and observations relevant to climate change and how it will impact wastewater and storm water management. These fact-sheets provide information on data and tools, along with information on water quality, hydrology, sea level rise, and vulnerability. (Abstract only)
Adaptation, Decision Making, Risk Management, Technical Assistance, and Tools, Downscaled Models, Reference Data, Water Quality Implications
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited States
Whitehead, P.G./University of Reading, Wilby, R.L./Longborough University, Battarbee, R./University College London, Kernan, M/University College London. and Wade, A/university of Reading.
2009A Review of the Potential Impacts of Climate Change on Surface Water Quality
This paper reviews climate change impacts with a focus on impacts to surface water quality. Pages 105-106 discuss changes in extreme precipitation events and corresponding impacts to hydromorphology.
Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
World Wildlife Foundation
2008Thames Basin Vulnerability Report: Technical Summary
This report was written to assess the vulnerability of the Thames river to climate change. Page 5 provides predictions for changes in climate, including extreme events. Pages 14-15 address climate change impacts on water quality and supply in the River Kennet. Pages 16-17 address climate change impacts on the River Lee.
Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
Not ApplicableUnited Kingdom
European Environment Agency
2011Safe Water and Healthy Water Services in a Changing Environment
This report provides information on climate change impacts on water services and addresses the effectiveness of a suite of policy options. Page 9 provides a summary of key impacts to the water sector, including changes in storm intensity. Page 10 provides a map of the projections for changes in precipitation throughout Europe.
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Downscaled Models Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2010Adapting to Climate Change - SOER 2010 Thematic Assessment - Thematic Assessments
This report provides an assessment of potential climate change impacts across the European Union and presents a set of 38 country specific assessments of environmental quality. Page 7 provides a summary of regional climate change impacts, including changes in storm intensity. Page 8 provides this information through a map of Europe. Page 10 specifically addresses impacts to inland sources of water.
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Downscaled Models Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2009Water Resources Across Europe — Confronting Water Scarcity and Drought
This report addresses changes in water demand and availability throughout Europe. Chapter 2 highlights changes in water availability resulting from changes in precipitation (pp. 11-12).
Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2008EEA Briefing 3/2008 - Impacts of Europe's Changing Climate
This briefing, which accompanies earlier reports by the EEA on climate change, provides an overview of climate change impacts throughout Europe. Page 1 provides a list of climate change impacts, including changes in precipitation. Pages 2 and 3 graphically present climate change impacts. Page 4 presents specific impacts to water quality throughout Europe.
Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2008Impacts of Europe's Changing Climate - 2008 Indicator-Based Assessment
This report presents climate change impacts throughout Europe monitored through a number of key indicators. Chapter 3 briefly details observed climate change impacts. Chapter 4 addresses future climate change impacts, including changes in water availability. Pages 92-101 address changes in precipitation and corresponding changes in river flow and drought.
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Downscaled Models Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2007Briefing 1/2007 - Climate Change and Water Adaptation Issues
This briefing addresses climate change impacts and adaptation. Page 1 addresses changes in storm intensity.
Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2007Climate Change and Water Adaptation Issues
This report addresses the impacts of climate change on Europe's water resources. Page 11 provides a table of observed and projected climate change impacts throughout Europe, including changes in storm-intensity.   
Adaptation, Case Studies and Best Management Practices, Regional and Local Information, Water Quality Implications, Water Supply Implications and Demand Management
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable
European Environment Agency
2005EEA Briefing 1/2005 - Climate Change and River Flooding in Europe
This briefing on the potential for increased flooding in Europe details a number of climate change impacts, including changes in storm intensity (p. 3).
Adaptation, Regional and Local Information
Not Applicable
European UnionNot Applicable

 

 

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