ARIJ Natural Resources Program aims to assess alternative options, policies and strategies to conserve natural resources, which can be used as the basis for formulating recommendations and informing strategic decision making to improve the management of these resources and assist in their sustainability. Additionally, this program focuses on the role of society in managing natural resources and  participating in the development of national strategies, plans, and in the decision making process.  The program also assists in improving Palestinians’ management of their natural resources, through an environmental and feasible approach, so that efficient management will be encouraged and sustainability shall be increased through the implementation of new developmental projects and innovative techniques. The Natural Resources Program consists of three departments:

Urbanization Monitoring Department
Water & Environment Department
Geo-Informatics Department