1st international drought symposium and workshops

Vrije Univesiteit Brussel (VUB), Brussels - Jun 12, 2023

Are you concerned about the impact of drought on nature, biodiversity, community, farm, or business? Do you want to learn more about how to prepare for and cope with drought conditions? Then join us for a workshop on tackling drought, its impacts and drought monitoring. This workshop aims to help 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

The workshop will feature expert speakers and interactive sessions, allowing participants to learn and share their experiences with others.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about drought and how to prepare for it! The workshop registration fee is 200 euros. Its registration fee is waived for participants from the global south, IUPWARE students, staff and alumnus.

Postdoc’s, PhD, master’s students, consultants, independent researchers, etc. are welcome to participate.

Please create an account before you will be able to register.

For any questions, please contact estifanos.addisu.yimer@vub.be.