The Problem

In numerous cases, these levels exceed WHO guideline values, raising critical questions for decision-makers:

• Should these waters be treated before distribution?
• Can they be safely supplied as-is?
• Or should their use be restricted—despite the scarcity of alternatives?

These are not just technical questions—they are societal challenges.

What You will Learn

• How to integrate radionuclide concentration data, health risk assessments, and remediation options?
• The role of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA)—especially socially weighted approaches—as a more inclusive and realistic alternative to traditional cost-benefit analysis.
• How AI and sustainability indicators can enhance decision-making by optimizing interventions and ensuring outcomes that are not only effective, but also socially acceptable and environmentally sound?

Focused & Topical

We are convening a dedicated sessions to explore an integrated decision-support framework for managing groundwater with elevated natural radioactivity.

This topic is especially relevant for regions such as North Africa and the Middle East, where international support from organizations like the IAEA and WHO has been instrumental in addressing these complex issues.

Who Should Attend

We invite scientists, regulators, water managers, and community stakeholders to join this vital conversation. Your insights can help shape a more sustainable and equitable approach to groundwater management in the face of natural radioactivity.