Intermediate Technology Publications

For many remote areas beyond the reach of a national grid, micro-hydro is the only economic option. Where flow is limited, but high heads are available, the Pelton wheel is one of the most useful...

Guides the reader systematically through the basic methods of hydrology and site survey and describes how to set up an appropriate scheme, with detailed technical information; also covers the...

This collection is organized according to the major issues relating to the subject: the structure of the microenterprise sector, government policies towards microenterprises, informal credit markets,...

The book presents a study of the social and economic viability of mini-cement plants in the Indian economic context.Author: Sanjay SinhaPublisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsPublication...

This book provides comprehensive details of the climate, environment, ecology and species characteristic of Miombo, and describes methods for assessing the timber and other resources, through...

This book examines strategies of engagement employed by women working to transform the bureaucratic structures of state organizations, multilateral institutions and NGOs to make them more...

Modern Coconut Management is aimed at guiding those who work with small-scale farmers and farmer groups through the complex area of coconut management. It will also be of value to the many processors...

The author identifies the pre-conditions relating to water availability, institutional support and economic opportunity that must be satisfied before smallholders in developing countries can adopt...

Five subject areas are covered, water, energy, forestry, farming and fishing and their sustainability, self-reliance and socio-economic acceptance. The main purpose of this book is to disseminate...

This book presents a thorough exploration of water rights in the context of growing water scarcity and competition. It uses case studies from across the globe to identify: the range of water rights...

Offers guidance on the selection of appropriate equipment for small businesses, with case studies and technical information about each type of machine. For field workers training for food processing...

Technical problems require technical solutions that are innovative, simple, cheap, robust and easy to maintain. This book lists 100 winning inventions in the first International Inventors Award...

Case studies from around the world examine the introduction of improved packaging technology, and there are useful lists of manufacturers and organizations which can help small businesses.Author:...

People's Participation draws on the 165 papers discussed at the 1997 World Congress of Participative Convergence in Knowledge, Space and Time, to present the most significant themes arising from this...

This book covers the pre-spinning processes which make plant fibres suitable for textile manufacture. It includes plant fibres such as cotton, sisal and jute, Himalayan nettle, pineapple leaf and...

In the developing world, people in rural areas are even poorer than city dwellers. Reducing the gap between city and country, even slightly, could greatly improve the quality of peoples lives. This...

This book explores the power dimensions of participatory development and research, and examines what shifts in power within communities and institutions are needed for participatory ideas to be...

This book focuses on participatory capacity-building in ways that address the practical needs and strategic interests of the disadvantaged and disempowered - it examines how differences in class,...

The authors illustrate how a micro-economic grassroots approach, rooted in the self-help capabilities of the poor, is not only feasible, but is in fact a productive means of enhancing food security...

This important book suggests a strategy to overcome what appears to be an otherwise hopeless situation - 'micro-privatization'.To illustrate the efficacy of this strategy, Malcolm Harper presents...

The text defines 'qualitative' in this context; surveys the types of information that practitioners of rural developing communities need to assemble; describes the main general techniques in use;...

A detailed survey of the main areas of bio-energy and biomass, solar energy and hydro, wind and water power. The authors address the advantages and disadvantages of renewable energies, their...

A state of the art review of rice husk ash cement technology in the Indian subcontinent, highlighting its effectiveness as an alternative low-cost binding material. Includes case studies of...

Written for the owners or managers of small construction businesses, the ROMAR books provide both the management and technical advice needed in order to make a success of routine maintenance and...

Written for the owners or managers of small construction businesses, the ROMAR books provide both the management and technical advice needed in order to make a success of routine maintenance and...

Covers the most common processing techniques for the major root crops including potato, cassava, sweet potato, yam and other edible aroid crops. Includes sections on basic food science principles,...

Contains information on tools, maintenance of tools, rural building materials, rural building products, tables of figures and a glossary.Author: ToolPublisher: Intermediate Technology...

From foundations, walls, doors and windows, to roofs, plaster and render, locks and painting.Author: ToolPublisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsPublication Date: Dec 15, 1995Number of Pages:...

A training book for drawing techniques related to the subjects covered in the other volumes of the Rural Building Course, and general drawing training.Author: ToolPublisher: Intermediate Technology...

This book addresses the policy, market and sustainability aspects of defining and selecting technologies that will meet the demands for energy services by rural villages in a sustainable and reliable...