Integration of the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem (WEFE) nexus approach in Mediterranean irrigated agriculture

Key reasons to attend this course

1. Get deep insights into the complex challenges surrounding the WEFE nexus in Mediterranean irrigated agriculture and its implications for food security and nature preservation
2. Understand the nature and complexities of trade-offs between WEFE components in a changing environment
3. Analyze the energy implications of changes in water use in irrigated agriculture and apply sustainability criteria to optimize water and energy requirements in the design and management of irrigation systems
4. Know how to optimize the use of grid energy and renewable sources for irrigation pumping requirements
5. Develop policy and governance approaches for the WEFE nexus, leading to sustainable and resilient solutions, pursuing the Sustainable Development Goals and promoting early stakeholder engagement
6. Apply sustainability assessments and WEFE nexus simulations, taking into account a wide range of technical, economic, political and environmental issues
7. Improve your skills in using modeling tools and benefit from experiences gained through case studies, interaction with instructors and course participants, and a technical field visit

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