The Science and Technology of
Environmental Security in Drylands

The Dryland Ecosystems and Desertification Control Program Activity Center of the United Nations Environment Program, Sandia National Laboratories, and the City of Albuquerque are jointly sponsoring a workshop on the topic of improving science and technology applications to environmental security issues with an emphasis on conflict avoidance in the dryland regions of the world. The potential impacts of this program are multifaceted ranging from political, through economic, environmental, energy, and human health issues. The suite of problems confronting the international community require new initiatives to be able to provide viable solutions within a sustainable development context. In this regard, there is great potential for practical results, including a plan of action with specific projects for submission to appropriate funding institutions. There is a wealth of scientific and technological expertise which could be integrated into intergovernmental discussions on dryland sustainability and environmental security. UNEP, Sandia, and the City of Albuquerque are interested in all opportunities to promote the application of improved science and conflict avoidance within the drylands. The intent of this Workshop is to identify and develop those opportunities.

• Results
  • Issues
  • Problems
  • Suggested Pilot Projects
  • Portfolio of Projects
• Attendees
• Schedule

For more information contact Dr. Dennis Engi, (505) 845-8284.

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