Case Studies
The components of the mitigation framework are being developed based on two case studies:
The Ethiopia case study focuses on the
testing of water filters, as alternative sources of water in the Rift Valley
are not common. Very few mitigation options have been implemented and, together
with our Ethiopian partners, we are assessing the technical function as well as
the acceptance of the filters and institutional factors that will lead to
sustainable implementation.
The Bangladesh case study focuses on understanding the technical and
socio-political factors that contribute to the choice of mitigation options,
their function and sustainability. In Bangladesh, mitigation options, such as well
switching, deep tube wells, water filters, rainwater harvesting and surface
water treatment are all being used.