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PAGE \* MERGEFORMAT 19 Review of Social Water Cycle Research in a Changing Environment Shibao Lu1*, Xiaoling Zhang2, Hai jun Bao1 and Martin Skitmore3 1 School of Urban-rural Planning and Management, Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics, Hang Zhou 310018, China; 2Department of Public Policy City, University of Hong Kong; 3Professor, School of Civil Engineering and Built Environment, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia *Corresponding author. Tel: (852) 3442 2402; E-mail: xiaoling.zhang@.hk Abstract: The Social Water Cycle (SWC) is a macroscopic and open system in which water derives from, and eventually returns to, the natural water circulation system. The two flows are integrated via coupling patterns such as infiltration, etc. In recent years, SWC has been deeply affected by global climate change and the excessive expansion of human activities. Therefore, it is essential to upgrade the cycle. This paper firstly presents the related knowledge hierarchy, the dualistic water cycle between nature and society, coupling patterns and driving mechanisms, evolving processes of water volume and quality, and SWC modeling. Based on these items, the relevant theoretical research is reviewed and a forecast made on the orientation of future studies. The research is of great theoretical and practical significance in advancing towards a water-saving and anti-fouling society, practicing water demand management, and promoting the development of modern hydroscience, technical innovation systems and basin water resource management in China and similar developing countries. Keywords: Social Water Cycle; Dualistic water cycle; Social Water Cycle modeling; Water cycle research review; Outlook 1. Introduction For the past few decades, social water cycling processes and resources have been deeply affected by global climate change and the excessive expansion of human activities [1,2]. As a result, water problems and crises are occurring in many regions. Thi