More than 90% of impacts of climate change are related to water issues. These impacts are not only on water supply for household, industries and agriculture, but also on disasters and hazards during heavy rainfall, with flooded areas and landslides. During droughts, forest fires and haze have become the norm. The spread of poor quality water during floods and concentration of toxic water during drier months are an added health hazards. as such water security has become a truly global challenge.
ESCAP in its “Low Carbon Green Growth Roadmap for Asia Pacific” publication has articulated on, “Turning resource constraints and the climate crisis into economic growth opportunities.” This current publication looks at the detail challenges of water resources management from the perspective of green economy. it complemented the works in managing the multitude of water challenges facing the vast Asia and the pacific region as climate change impact is expected to further exacerbate these challenges. This publication is prepared to provide guidance in discussions for adaptation to climate change through integrated water resources management and green growth to achieve green economy and sustainable development.