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Pages 45-50

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... Using Primary Flows to Identify Sustainability Challenges Scott noted that the flow and allocation of water, as well as the effects of water scarcity on arid regions, were addressed at several points during the workshop. Having sufficient amounts of water of a certain quality (fresh, treated, or desalinated)
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... One key point noted was that such education goes beyond the science curriculum to include studying methodologies that could lead to improved programs or policy. In addition, some participants noted, technology as a resource can add to the courses of study and aid in developing socially relevant solu
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From page 47...
... Another participant raised the notion of going beyond simply generating data to creating a databank that can help synthesize the available data. On this point, Scott noted that infrastructure emerged in several different contexts throughout the workshop -- not just brick and mortar edifices, but the planning, application, and politics involved in adequately using infrastructure.
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... He added that political cycles for various government offices and potential changes in party agendas may slow progress on environmental and social policies. One participant emphasized the importance of designing adaptive laws and policies that can grow with and accommodate the ongoing environmental changes.
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... It could also forge a path for increased interaction with local communities and help advise future research efforts. Scott thanked the Mexican and U.S.
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