Over the last 60 years we have recognized increasingly that our world is connected and the
impacts of environmental catastrophes and economic crises in one region of our world have
far-reaching and long-lasting consequences globally. Central Asia is a developing region with
great potential but there are valid concerns that current resource management practices are
not sustainable particularly with regard to the management of water resources. Recent changes
in social structures accompanied by regional climate change have caused substantial
environmental changes leading to security concerns in the region. As a result the local
economy has been significantly impacted to the extent that the potential for social unrest is
of great concern. This book explores new technologies and adaptation strategies to mitigate
these environmental problems and cope with continued environmental change with the ultimate
goal of promoting sustainable growth and improved quality of life in the region.
