A discussion was held relating to input of information technologies /IT/ as well as innovative solutions on nature protection

A workshop/conference on introducing information technologies /IT/ and innovative solutions into environmental sector took place under the chairmanship of RA Minister of Nature Protection Artsvik Minasyan.
The seminar was attended by the officers of RA MNP relevant subdivisions, international donor organizations, information technology companies.
During the discussion the issues were submitted regarding information technology application with the objective to provide effective preservation to areas of nature protection; additionally, they touched upon international experience regulating the problem. The activities were presented concerning the opportunity of information technology use while conserving areas, analysis of “Instigate Mobile” CJSC performed by the order of CNF as well as information technology implementation of “Synergy” company directed to combating deforestation. Joint jobs alongside educational institutions were highlighted, thoughts were exchanged focused on developing and tackling environmental problems. Minister Artsvik Minasyan, attributing importance to input of information technologies and innovative solutions while protecting the territories, noted that we must undertake a practical method; the latter will enable to find a constructive solution turning a passive approach into a proactive one. Moreover, a similar meeting of a wide scope is envisaged to be organized in order to study, consider proposals and variants.