This book presents the state of the art regarding the role played by dams and reservoirs, not only in developed countries but also in emergent and developing countries. It analyses the viability of dams and alternative solutions from a holistic perspective, considering the technical, economic, social and environmental aspects, as well as the social acceptability of dams, public involvement and dam awareness. The book covers subjects ranging from dam engineering and the benefits of dams and concerns about them, to their social and environmental impact. The volume contains numerous real cases...