Science and Environment

ACSAD-BGR Cooperation Project
Provides information on the partners, background, activities and pilot areas of the Arab-German project "Management, Protection and Sustainable Use of Groundwater and Soil Resources". Includes news, documents and workshop details.
http://www.acsad-bgr.org/

Alreem Environmental Consultation
Contains information on environmental agencies, natural resources, ecotourism, biodiversity, conventions, and legislations. The reports are prepared by Dr. Saeed Abdulla Mohammed.
http://www.alreem.com/

The Arab Center for the Studies of Arid Zones and Dry Lands
ACSAD is a regional center for research and studies pertaining to the development of the arid and semi-arid areas of the Arab World. Includes a profile, programs, projects, publications and training.
http://www.acsad.org/

Arabian Wildlife
Online version of the Arabian Wildlife Magazine, covering all facets of wildlife and conservation in the Arabian peninsula. Includes photos, articles, and information for bird-watchers and advertisers.
http://www.arabianwildlife.com/

Friends of the Earth Middle East
Umbrella organization representing leading environmental non-governmental organizations in the middle east. Includes a profile, regional data, maps, projects, programs, and briefs on solar and water projects in the region.
http://www.foeme.org/

Northern Sinai Agricultural Development Program
Information about the NSADP, a controversial agricultural project, with implications exceeding the boundaries of Egypt, and eventually leading to a conflict in the region. Includes an overview of the project, issues, Bedouin rights, water usage statistics, legislations, and related press clippings.
http://www.geocities.com/CapitolHill/Parliament/5358/

Ornithological Society of the Middle East (OSME)
Features information about the organization, birds, birdwatching, and conservation in the Middle East.
http://www.osme.org/

In Race to Tap the Euphrates, the Upper Hand Is Upstream
New York Times analysis of water supply issues in this river basin of Iraq, Turkey, and Syria. <small>(August 25, 2002)</small>
http://nytimes.com/2002/08/25/international/middleeast/25WATE.html