Posted: August 18th, 2016

Explain the following terms and how they are connected: i.virtual water ii.water networks iii.water stakeholders.

This question focuses on power structures in water governance systems and the controversies surrounding water markets. It asks you to represent the systemic dimensions of a situation and address the difficulties of ‘taking a position’.
A.Submit* the influence diagram you constructed in web-based Activity 4.6, Task 2 (focusing on Video Set 4 – Water as a source of power). (15 marks)

B.
i.Describe the main elements of your diagram in your own words. You do not need to describe the whole diagram. You should focus on the key parts so that the reader can then put together the whole story for themselves.
ii.Explain the process you went through in constructing your diagram.

Your answer to part (b) (parts (i) and (ii) combined) should be not more than 300 words. (10 marks)

C.Explain the following terms and how they are connected:
i.virtual water
ii.water networks
iii.water stakeholders.

Your answer to part (c) (parts (i)–(iii) combined) should be no more 350 words. (15 marks)
*You should submit your diagram electronically through the eTMA system. There are three ways you can create the electronic version of your diagram:
1.Draw it by hand then use a scanner to produce an electronic copy.
2.Draw it by hand then use a digital camera (for example on a smartphone or tablet) to produce an electronic copy.
3.Use graphics software or the drawing facilities in applications such as Word, OpenOffice or Powerpoint to create your diagram electronically.