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The Basics
Just a title and, if this case draws on published work, where it came from.
Case title
A descriptive title. For example: "Safeguarding the Sundarbans: Bringing a Shared Ecosystem into the Ganges Treaty Renewal"
Source attribution (optional)
If this case is based on a published chapter, paper, or an existing AquaPedia entry, note it here.
Executive summary
A single narrative paragraph — where and when the conflict occurred, what caused it, and how (or whether) it was resolved. Aim for 200–300 words. No sub-headings; just tell it as a story a reader can follow in a few minutes.
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Step 1. Tell the Story
The factual backbone: what, where, when, and who.
What happened?
The core events, in plain narrative.
Where?
The river basin, aquifer, region or country involved. Include size or scale if you know it — it helps place the case.
When?
Key dates and the overall period. If the case is ongoing or concerns something upcoming, say so.
Who was involved?
Governments, agencies, communities, industries, international bodies — anyone with a stake, whether or not they were at the table.
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Step 2. Explain Why It Mattered
What was genuinely at stake, and why the problem proved hard to solve.
Why was this an important water problem?
Why couldn't it be ignored?
What forced attention — visible damage, public pressure, an approaching deadline, economic loss?
Why did previous approaches struggle?
Often the most useful part of a case. What was tried before, and what did it miss?
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Step 3. Explain How It Evolved
How the situation changed over time, and where it stands now.
What changed over time?
The overall arc — from what, to what.
Major turning points
The moments that shifted things. One per box — a date or period, then what happened.
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Agreements
Treaties, memoranda, settlements or working arrangements. If the operative agreement was informal rather than legal, say that.
Failures
What didn't work, or was left unaddressed. Being candid here makes the case far more useful to others.
Remaining challenges
What is still unresolved as of today.
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References, Figures, and Review
Finally, your sources — then a chance to look over everything before submitting.
Cited references
One per line. Any consistent citation style is fine.
Figures and visuals (optional)
Describe any maps, diagrams or tables you'd like included, with their sources. Please note where each item is reproduced from — an editor will confirm permissions before publication.
Review your submission
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