11/10/2025
11:00 - 12:30
Central Stage 2
, Hybrid (onsite with livestreaming)
Session with interpretation
Why attend
This session will unite policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to discuss effective indicators for monitoring natural resource conservation in drylands. Focusing on Saudi Arabia, it will explore innovative methodologies, monitoring tools, and best practices for sustainable land management, restoration, and conservation in arid ecosystems
Session Description
This brainstorming session will focus on defining and refining key indicators for dryland conservation and natural resource management, with a specific focus on Saudi Arabia. Experts from the National Center for Vegetation Cover (NCVC) and other reputable organizations will facilitate discussions on effective monitoring tools, ecosystem resilience metrics, and international reporting frameworks. The session will also feature interactive discussions and knowledge-sharing exercises, encouraging participants to co-develop practical solutions for monitoring conservation success in arid environments.Attendees will explore:
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The latest approaches on dryland restoration metrics
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Challenges and innovations in ecosystem monitoring
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Saudi Arabia’s approach to land rehabilitation and conservation
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How to align local efforts with global conservation goals
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This session will help shape future monitoring frameworks and drive data-driven decision-making for conservation in drylands.