Armenia is fortunate to have an abundance of water resources. But it is also a water-stressed country and one of the top 10 in the world in water wastage—a result of aging infrastructure and irrigation practices long in need of updating. In the face of declining rainfall and climate-change impacts, as well as regional interstate dynamics, this vital resource must be managed well in order to keep sustaining Armenia and its people. How can Armenia maintain its privileged position as a water-wealthy country for future generations? 

Speakers:
– Alen Amirkhanian, Director, Acopian Center for the Environment 
– Babken Babayan, Deputy Director, Izmirlian Charitable Foundation, Chief Operating Officer, “Vanand Agro” CJSC – – Georg Ludmann, Water Resource Manager, Gagarin Project
– Gabriel Meghruni, Agricultural Engineer
Moderator:
– Lara Setrakian, President, APRI Armenia