Blog entry by Nikos Palavitsinis
Photo by Oleksandr Sushko on Unsplash
The eMWRE project, in collaboration with Open Water Network, UNESCO Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP) IUPWARE, and VLIR-UOS, is thrilled to announce the upcoming Drought Symposium & Workshops!
The workshop will tackle the drought, its impacts, and drought monitoring. This workshop aims to help the participants understand the causes of drought, ways to mitigate its effects and monitor drought events.
Topics to be covered:
- Understanding drought and its impact on the environment
- Drought analysis advancements using drought indices
- Drought under changing climate and drought risk assessment
- Early warning systems for drought risk reduction
- Nature-based solutions (strategies for conserving water during a drought)
- Drought monitoring via citizen of science and Internet of Things (IoT) approach
- Hands-on exercise (drought indices, groundwater-surface water coupled model for better understanding of drought and IoT)
The workshop will feature expert speakers and interactive sessions, allowing participants to learn and share their experiences with others.
Whether you are an environmental enthusiast, researcher, or simply interested in making a difference, this event is for you!
Join us virtually as we delve into the pressing issue of drought, its impacts, and effective drought monitoring strategies. This workshop aims to equip participants with valuable insights and practical knowledge on tackling drought.
- Date: 12-16 June 2023
- Location: Virtual: Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89387053166?pwd=a2xxWFJ0QlJ6cGc4clV1UC81T1hOZz09#
- Zoom Meeting ID: 893 8705 3166Zoom Passcode: 135916
Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media platforms to secure your spot at this invaluable event!
Event agenda can be found here.