Sand and dust storms compendium: Information and guidance on assessing and addressing
The aim of the Compendium is to provide information and guidance on how to assess and address the risks posed by sand and dust storms and plan actions to combat sand and dust storms. The Compendium brings together information and guidance from a wide range of sources. It includes approaches and methodology frameworks on data collection, assessment, monitoring and early warning, impact mitigation and preparedness, and source mapping and anthropogenic source mitigation that are required in the development and implementation of policies related to sand and dust storms at sub-national, national, regional and global levels, taking into account the principles set out in the Policy Advocacy Framework for Sand and Dust Storms, and the cross-sectoral and multidisciplinary nature of the impact that sand and dust storms can cause to societies, economies, and the environment.
The report points to some central mechanisms when responding to sand and dust storms, including:
- The goal of SDS policy and planning is to reduce societal vulnerability by mitigating the effects of wind erosion.
- Source and impact mitigation activities are part of a comprehensive approach to manage the risks posed by SDS, from local to regional and global scales.
- Early warning and monitoring: Any effective SDS early warning system demands a whole-of-community approach.
- Impact mitigation: Preparedness reduces vulnerability, increases resilience, and enables a timely and effective response to SDS events
- Cooperation, collaboration and coordination
Explore further
