Middle Eastern and North African Colloquium Series

Water Challenges in North Africa: Insights from Tunisia and the Role of Tree Rings

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MENAS Colloquium Series: Sahar Abidi

When

4 – 5 p.m., Feb. 13, 2025

Where

Middle Eastern and North African Colloquium Series

Associate Professor at the Silvo-Pastoral Institute of Tabarka, University of Jendouba-Tunisia. Specializing in water resources, she actively contributes to ecohydrology and environmental science. Dr. Abidi earned her Ph.D. in 2017 and has led numerous research projects addressing sustainable water management and climate change impacts in Tunisia. She has authored several peer-reviewed publications and serves as a reviewer for international scientific journals of Elsevier. Her work focuses on hydrological modeling, sustainable resource management, and the implementation of innovative solutions to environmental challenges.

Water resource management poses significant challenges in North Africa, with Tunisia representing a critical case study of regional environmental dynamics. This presentation explores the intricate relationship between environmental constraints, water systems, and sustainable development strategies in the region. The discussion will address: Geographical and climatic context of water resources Systemic challenges in water management Institutional approaches to resource conservation Interdisciplinary research methodologies Insights will be drawn from research conducted at the Silvo-Pastoral Institute of Tabarka, offering a comprehensive perspective on water resource challenges in North Africa.