Language
Java
Tool Type
Mobile app
License
AM331-A3
Version
1.0.0
Inter-American Development Bank
Hydro BID is a comprehensive system that models hydrology and water resource management in Latin America and the Caribbean, allowing institutions to evaluate the impacts of climate, demographic and land use changes on water availability and quality. Based on an extensive database of more than 230,000 river basins, Hydro BID is an essential tool for the design of adaptation strategies and projects, offering accurate predictions and detailed data for effective decision making.
Hydro BID addresses complex water resource management in the face of environmental and anthropogenic changes, providing a detailed hydrological model that facilitates sustainable planning and strategic adaptation in the region.
Integration with QGIS for geographical information system capabilities. Specialized modules for hydrological analysis and data management. Tools for efficient water resource planning and management. Capabilities for handling complex hydrological data sets. Support for sustainable water resource management decisions.
Built primarily in BatchFile and designed as a plugin for QGIS. Compatible with open-source standards and focused on hydrological data analysis. Enables data integration in GIS environments with an intuitive interface. Promotes accessibility and collaboration within open platforms.
Connect with the Development Code team and discover how our carefully curated open source tools can support your institution in Latin America and the Caribbean. Contact us to explore solutions, resolve implementation issues, share reuse successes or present a new tool. Write to [email protected]
This image displays an overview of the HydroBID model suite created by CeSH, highlighting its three main systems for water resources management, allocation, and flood simulation.
This image outlines a support program workflow, highlighting institutional strengthening, information management assistance, and decision-making support in policy and governance.
Bar chart showing investments in USD millions with HydroBID models: Water and Sanitation $1.37B, Transportation $0.75B, Housing $0.32B, Energy $0.10B, Environment $0.08B.
Portal with general information, cases and technical documentation.
Use of HydroBID in environmental impact analysis.
Publication on reservoir, sediment and groundwater modules.