Mitigating salt water intrusion into aquifers on small islands

This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities. Agenda 21 recommends application of the necessary measures to mitigate saline intrusion into aquifers of small islands and coastal plains as a consequence of sea level rise or over exploitation of coastal aquifers.

1. Supporting sustainable development of small island developing countries
2. Preparing contingency plans to mitigate effects of climate change
3. Ensuring integrity of water wells

1. Preventing salt water floods
2. Disposing of saline effluent

1. Protecting aquatic ecosystems

1. Using saline water for agriculture

1. Exploring common property rights in semi-arid and saline areas

1. Intrusiveness