Events
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22-23 Mar 2022 – Aluva, Kochi, India
WATERCON 2022
Dwindling Resources: Sustainable Water management in Kerala with special reference to Groundwater. The State of Kerala with abundant rainfall and water resources in the form of rivers, lakes, ponds etc., is becoming more water scarce in recent times. Recurring floods and droughts in the state is affecting water sector, with increasing scarcity across all sectors. This is more so in domestic sector which is dependent mostly on ground water, which is highly disparate in availability and quality thereby widening the supply-demand gap. Most employed strategies are towards increasing supply than reducing the demand, resulting in further exploitation and over drafts of water. Experience shows that existing strategies needs a relook and revamp on water governance, management, and policies. In this context, citizens, through increased awareness play a major role in judicious management of available water, contribute towards protection, conservation as well as substance for safeguarding this valuable resource for generations to come.
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This two-day conference aims to understand the status of water resources in the State to seek sustainable solutions to combat ever increasing crisis. We expect participation of a wide range of stakeholders including students, water professionals, teachers, and scientists. This would be a platform to share the knowledge, experiences, findings, and some good practices. Also, helps to elaborate recommendation for overall improvement in water sector thereby integrating into Sustainable development Goals.Price: INR 500
Organised by Centre for Earth research and Environment Management (Kochi), Vidyabhyasa Vikasa Kendram (Kochi) and MES Training College, Aluva.