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Module eliminated. Technology for oil-water separation at source does exist and is being tested in other GCC
5 states. EAD recommends that this technology is researched and implemented also in Abu Dhabi Emirate.

Switching to organic farming

Pilot studies are currently being carried out to research whether it is feasible to replace inorganic with
9-12 December, 2013 pesticides, thereby reducing potential pollution.
organic farming. Such a change in agricultural practices would curb the use of inorganic fertilizers and

EXERCISE

As an option, the exercise can be completed, if conditions permit, before a training session.

Using the template provided, address the following questions:
? Select one specific issue, and identify the specific environmental STATE that the issue
involves. How has this state changed over time?

? Identify a general societal DRIVER with broad influence on the pressure and environmental
state.

? Identify a societal PRESSURE directly affecting that environmental state. What natural
disturbances might be causing your environmental state to change?
? Given the change in your environmental state, what are examples of key IMPACTS on
the services that ecosystems provide, and human well-being?

? What existing policies and policy instruments (including laws and institutions) contribute to
restoring or enhancing the environment (e.g., have an influence on the drivers, pressures
and environmental state)? What policies and policy instruments have helped (or hindered)
the ability of communities and businesses to adapt to impacts of the change in the
environmental state? What technologies have facilitated restoration and/or adaptation?

26 Integrated Analysis of Environmental Trends and Policies