Costa Rica: IV Ibero American Congress on Sediments and Ecology and First Ibero American Conference on Erosion and Sedimentation

Through the International Hydrological Programme ((IHP)), UNESCO is honored to announce the IV Ibero-American Congress on Sediments and Ecology (CISE) and the First Ibero-American Conference on Erosion and Sedimentation (JIES).

The event, organized in collaboration with various leading institutions in the region, will take place from August 5 to 9, 2024, at the Atlantic headquarters of the University of Costa Rica, located in the city of Turrialba.

The main objective is to promote a scientific exchange space for the integrated management of erosion, sediments, and ecosystems oriented towards sustainable development.

The congress organizing committee includes the University of Costa Rica, the UNESCO IHP International Sediment Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean (ISI-LAC), the international Erosion Control Association Ibero-American Chapter (IECA), the Costa Rican Association of Soil Science (ACCS), the Mexican Institute of Water Technology (IMTA), the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center (CATIE), and the Costa Rican Institute of Electricity.

Participants at the event will have the opportunity to learn about best practices, share experiences, strengthen professional relationships, and stay updated on the latest topics related to erosion, sedimentation, and sediment-associated ecology.

In addition to being a top-tier technical experience, the congress will offer in-person attendees the chance to explore the natural and cultural richness of Costa Rica.

Interested participants can register through the official congress website.

A variety of registration options are available, including special rates for students and discounts for early registration.

This hybrid event allows professionals and students to attend either virtually or in person, according to their availability.