Topics Sustainable Development Goals Sustainable water management is central to public health and economic development. Water Science Primer Water managers need to have a good understanding of hydrology and water quality. Flooding We need to better manage flood risk to protect people and communities. Dams, Aqueducts, Canals These types of “hard path” infrastructure can be very useful – and very damaging. Toxic Chemicals Toxic chemicals – especially synthetic organic compounds – pose a major threat to human health and the environment. Agriculture Food production has major impacts on water quantity and quality. Aquatic Ecosystems The protection and restoration of aquatic ecosystems is central to modern water management.