Dust and Sand Storms and Climate Change
Public Seminar for joint research on dust and sand storms conducted by China, Japan, Korea (TEMM DSS)
Event Information
Date: 20 August 2026
Time: 12:00-13:30 (UTC+8, Mongolia Time)
Venue: TSAGAADAI Hall, Room 170, UNCCD COP17 Green Zone,Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Language: English/Mongolian with Interpretation
Hosts:
■Ministry of the Environment, Japan (MOEJ)
■Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Mongolia (MECC)
Participation: ✔ Open to all COP17 participants and visitors
✔ No registration required
Overview
Dust and Sand Storms (DSS) remain one of the most significant environmental challenges in Northeast Asia, affecting air quality, public health, ecosystems, transportation, agriculture, and economic activities across national boundaries.
Since 2008, China, Japan, and Korea have been conducting joint research on DSS in collaboration with Mongolia under the framework of the Tripartite Environment Ministers Meeting (TEMM), contributing to enhanced monitoring, forecasting, and scientific cooperation in the region.
Taking place during UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, this public seminar will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders to share the latest scientific findings, exchange perspectives and experiences, discuss climate change-related DSS challenges, and explore opportunities for strengthening regional cooperation and future joint research.
Objectives
The seminar aims to:
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- Share recent scientific knowledge on the relationship between DSS and climate change.
- Exchange experiences and research progress among China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia on DSS monitoring, assessment, and prediction.
- Enhance mutual understanding of climate change-related DSS issues in Northeast Asia.
Program and Related Documents
■Seminar Flyer
Download the Flyer
■Concept Note
Download the Concept Note
TEMM DSS Online Portal
http://temm-dss.com/
COP17 – Schedule Page
https://www.cop17greenzone.com/schedule