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Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe use of solar energy in irrigated agriculture
A sourcebook for irrigation water management with alternative energy solutions
2022Also available in:
No results found.In the last decade, solar energy has experienced a rapid growth, which brings both environmental and economic benefits. In many countries, there is still no electricity grid extension in rural areas, and in the absence of a reliable electricity supply, farmers have to resort to diesel-based pumping irrigation systems. The solar photovoltaic (PV) system generates clean energy and eliminates the risk of environmental pollution in the form of oil spills, contaminated soil and carbon dioxide emissions. Operation and maintenance of the solar PV pumping system is a technical job that requires specialized knowledge and information to keep the system in working conditions. For this purpose, this sourcebook is designed to provide information on the design, operation, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of solar PV pumping systems. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureInternational Forum on Solar Technologies for Small-scale Agriculture and Water Management: Programme and Concept Note 2018
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No results found.Programme and concept note for distribitin to participants of the International Forum on Solar Technologies that will be held on 12-13 April 2018. It includes the introduction, the key messages, the objectives, the expected outcomes, the programme and the logistical information. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetHigh-profileInternational Forum on Solar Technologies for Small-scale Agriculture & Water Management (Save The Date) 2018
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No results found.To meet the growing demand for food and water worldwide, the agriculture and food sectors require energy for agricultural production, food processing, transport, marketing and consumption. Renewable energies can help improve food security and rural livelihoods, strongly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Solar technologies allow people to have access to water and energy, and can generate additional incomes and new job opportunities. Nevertheless, access to finance, good quality products and technical training are often lacking. Solar-powered irrigation systems, in particular, need to be well managed in order to prevent groundwater depletion. In this context, the International Forum on “Solar Technologies for Small-Scale Agriculture and Water Management” will review the existing solar technologies and their application in different countries and will analyze the needs and opportunities for sustainable rural development. It will also present the tools developed by FAO and its partners to enhance the use of solar technologies. It will engage participants in a debate and establish a community of practice on solar technologies in small-scale agriculture and water management. The Forum is organized by FAO, together with “Powering Agriculture: An Energy Grand Challenge for Development” (PAEGC), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and the “Research Program on Water, Land and Ecosystems” (WLE). It is aimed at representatives from governments, international organizations, NGOs, research institutes, financial institutions and private companies from the water, energy, agriculture and rural development sectors.
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Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureBuilding forward better initiative
Thematic area – Renewable Energy Resources for Irrigation
2020Also available in:
No results found.Conflict and fragility are at the core of some of the biggest challenges today – they are able to hinder development progress and also to reverse any development gains. Environmental factors are rarely, if ever, the sole cause of conflicts. Countries can experience vulnerable conditions at different level of intensity and under different dimensions: from socio-economic, to environmental to human health. Crises generated by global pandemics, such as COVID 19, can have further negative effects on fragile contexts. Natural resources management, in particular land and water resources, also becomes a most critical challenges under such dire situations. The “Strengthening natural resources management capacities to revitalise agriculture in fragile contexts” project stems from the recognition of the importance of investing in human capital in fragile contexts. The project aims at addressing the loss of human capacity provoked by fragility in Libya, Niger and Mali, three countries equally confronted with the need to improve natural resources management, strengthen national institutions and boost human capital to enhance agricultural productivity, improve food security and progress towards the SDGs. In the framework of the project a number of webinars (e-learning courses) have been organized focusing on 13 thematic areas related to natural resources management. The series of thematic briefs illustrates the details of each training session, to present the module structure, learning objectives and tools/methodologies that will be introduced during the seminar. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe future of food and agriculture - Trends and challenges 2017
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No results found.What will be needed to realize the vision of a world free from hunger and malnutrition? After shedding light on the nature of the challenges that agriculture and food systems are facing now and throughout the 21st century, the study provides insights into what is at stake and what needs to be done. “Business as usual” is not an option. Major transformations in agricultural systems, rural economies, and natural resources management are necessary. The present study was undertaken for the quadrennial review of FAO’s strategic framework and for the preparation of the Organization Medium-Term plan 2018-2021. -
Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021
Transforming food systems for food security, improved nutrition and affordable healthy diets for all
2021In recent years, several major drivers have put the world off track to ending world hunger and malnutrition in all its forms by 2030. The challenges have grown with the COVID-19 pandemic and related containment measures. This report presents the first global assessment of food insecurity and malnutrition for 2020 and offers some indication of what hunger might look like by 2030 in a scenario further complicated by the enduring effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also includes new estimates of the cost and affordability of healthy diets, which provide an important link between the food security and nutrition indicators and the analysis of their trends. Altogether, the report highlights the need for a deeper reflection on how to better address the global food security and nutrition situation.To understand how hunger and malnutrition have reached these critical levels, this report draws on the analyses of the past four editions, which have produced a vast, evidence-based body of knowledge of the major drivers behind the recent changes in food security and nutrition. These drivers, which are increasing in frequency and intensity, include conflicts, climate variability and extremes, and economic slowdowns and downturns – all exacerbated by the underlying causes of poverty and very high and persistent levels of inequality. In addition, millions of people around the world suffer from food insecurity and different forms of malnutrition because they cannot afford the cost of healthy diets. From a synthesized understanding of this knowledge, updates and additional analyses are generated to create a holistic view of the combined effects of these drivers, both on each other and on food systems, and how they negatively affect food security and nutrition around the world.In turn, the evidence informs an in-depth look at how to move from silo solutions to integrated food systems solutions. In this regard, the report proposes transformative pathways that specifically address the challenges posed by the major drivers, also highlighting the types of policy and investment portfolios required to transform food systems for food security, improved nutrition, and affordable healthy diets for all. The report observes that, while the pandemic has caused major setbacks, there is much to be learned from the vulnerabilities and inequalities it has laid bare. If taken to heart, these new insights and wisdom can help get the world back on track towards the goal of ending hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition in all its forms.