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Authoritative report by the World Commission on Dams providing the first comprehensive global and independent review of the performance and impacts of dams, and presenting a new framework for water and energy resources development. The Commission presents evidence of exactly why nations decide to build dams and how dams can affect human, plant and animal life, for better or for worse. Also included is an agenda of seven strategic priorities and corresponding criteria and guidelines for future decision-making.