Unfolding livelihood aspects of the Water–Energy–Food Nexus in the Dampalit Watershed, Philippines

Issue Date

6-2017

Abstract

This study explores the connectivity of upland farmers and downstream fishers through interlinkages of water, energy and food within the Dampalit sub-watershed of Laguna Lake, Philippines. Study focus The aim of the study is to yield policy relevant results to improve the status of the water resources and food products and to reduce possible user conflicts. Surveying 176 households mainly in the mid- and downstream areas elements and interlinkages of the local Water-Energy-Food Nexus (WEF-Nexus) were identified by the five capitals of the sustainable livelihood approach through a socio-ecological network analysis. New hydrological insights for the region Besides the innovative methodology, this research adds to the underserved local perspective in the WEF-Nexus research. The survey shows different livelihood profiles for the two groups and a lack of direct social links between them in the WEF-Nexus context. Also indirect links through consumption of the other group's food products could not be identified. However, a large fraction of the population share the use of char coal for cooking, the Makiling groundwater for drinking and various household purposes and the Central Market in Los Banos for their food supply.

Source or Periodical Title

Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies

Volume

11

Page

53-68

Document Type

Article

Physical Description

maps, illustrations, tables,

Language

English

Subject

Climate-smart landscapes, Environmental governance, Integrated water resource management, Livelihood security, Socio-ecological systems

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejrh.2015.10.009

Digital Copy

yes

En – AGROVOC descriptors

Livelihood security; Climate-smart landscapes; Socio-ecological systems; Integrated water resource management; Environmental governance

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