Iran is at risk of an increasing lack of water due to climate change. This reinforced by increasing expansion and the use of previously untouched lands, the lack of irrigation management in agriculture and the use of outdated or misused technologies. To address this issue effectively there is a lack of up-to-date specialist knowledge about correct planning methods and the correct use and maintenance of modern technologies. Long-term sanctions are also causing problems as universities are unable to react to and teach their students the latest international technical developments.

As part of a develoPPP.de project, German, Italian and Iranian irrigation companies are currently collaborating in preparing training measures for the planning, construction and operation of modern drip irrigation systems. The project is coordinated by the German-Iranian engineering consulting firm Irriport, supported by eclareon and ideas into energy.

In addition, lectures for students at several partner universities and classes for seniors at high schools shall raise awareness about the importance of the topic and the opportunities it provides for future activities.