River Contracts and Integrated Water Management in Europe

Focusing on river contracts, the book explores their vital role in managing hydrographic resources and fostering sustainable development in dependent communities. It provides insights into the implementation of the EU Water Framework Directive and examines innovative governance through comparative analysis of France and Italy’s water management policies. By incorporating case studies from urban and rural settings, it highlights the potential of river contracts to facilitate dialogue among stakeholders and promote a governance model aligned with the subsidiarity principle.