Outcomes and policy-oriented recommendations from the UNCCD 3rd Scientific Conference Report by the Bureau of the Committee on Science and Technology

Abstract

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) 3rd Scientific Conference was held from 9 to 12 March 2015 in conjunction with the fourth special session of the Committee on Science and Technology (CST S-4). The conference addressed the topic: “Combating desertification, land degradation and drought for poverty reduction and sustainable development: the contribution of science, technology, traditional knowledge and practices”. Pursuant to the provisions in decision 21/COP.11, this document contains: (a) a report by the Bureau of the CST on the organization of the UNCCD 3rd Scientific Conference; (b) the policy-oriented proposals developed by the SPI based on the outcomes of the UNCCD 3rd Scientific Conference; and (c) emerging policy issues compiled by the SPI which address future science-based activities of the UNCCD.