This project has developed
and implemented user-based and scientifically validated Decision
Support System (DSS) for the improved management of underground
water resources at the catchment and sub-catchment levels. Decision
support is understood as not only the acquisition, scientific validation
and organisation of information, but also procedures for effective
exploita-tion of this information by users. The DSS combines spatial
representation, scenario simulation, multiple criteria evaluation
and interactive user-friendly interfaces. It furnishes a validated
scien-tific support for debate and deliberation by decision makers
and stakeholders permitting intelli-gent compromises, identification
of novel management options and, to the extent possible, coop-erative
conflict resolution. |
