Azerbaijan State Water Resources Agency emphasizes water management's role in climate-resilient agriculture at COP29.

Azerbaijan State Water Resources Agency's Deputy Chief of Staff, Ulviyya Mammadova, emphasized the critical role of water management in adapting agriculture to climate change during COP29's "Role of Water Management Systems in Climate-Resilient Agriculture" round table. She highlighted the importance of sustainable agricultural practices to address issues caused by rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, and increased extreme weather events. The Azerbaijan State Water Resources Agency is prioritizing initiatives such as constructing new water reservoirs, rehabilitating irrigation canals, and exploring alternative water sources like sea water, treated waste, and rainwater.

August 28, 2024
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