Center for Environmental Research and Integrated Resource Management
Science, innovation and socio-evironmental responsability.
The Center for Environmental Research and Integrated Resource Management aligns cutting-edge science, innovation, and socio-environmental responsibility.
Specialized in climate change, biodiversity conservation, circular economy, water management, soil conservation, and regenerative agriculture, it conducts integrated research and policy analyses that support sustainable decision-making.
Open innovation spaces, executive education programs, and mentorship initiatives prepare leaders to act with ethics and a systemic vision.
Its research lines include climate and energy transition, ecosystem restoration, environmental economics and ESG, water and soil management, and sustainable urban planning.
Technical reports, scientific articles, and digital tools guide companies and governments in adopting low-carbon practices.
Workshops, case studies, and events connect academia, industry, and the public sector, fostering dialogue and co-creation of solutions.
The applied knowledge generated strengthens responsible decisions and proven-impact innovations.
In this way, the Center drives policies and actions that harmonize economic prosperity, socio-environmental equity, and environmental preservation toward a resilient future.
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Publications
Conjuncture Analyses
Challenges and Opportunities for New Frontiers and Technologies to Guarantee Food Production
The global food production sector faces increasing pressure from population growth and climate change, requiring innovative solutions to ensure food security and sustainability. This review examines advances in agriculture and food technology, including urban farming, vertical farming, aquaponics, hydroponics, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, and food production in extreme environments such as deserts and space agriculture. It also addresses innovations in biotechnology, synthetic biology, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, precision agriculture, water management, and bioproducts, highlighting the role of public policies, regulation, and community-based approaches in building more resilient food systems.
Maria Alejandra Moreno Pizani
Water Management in Agricultural Production, the Economy, and Venezuelan Society
The availability of water resources directly influences the economy, food production, energy generation, and water supply. In Venezuela, despite the abundance of surface water in major river basins, the northern region, where most of the population and key economic activities are concentrated, faces severe water scarcity. This situation is worsened by the deterioration of public irrigation infrastructure, inadequate technical maintenance, the lack of official data on the agricultural sector, and the energy crisis that began in 2009, which has deeply affected productive processes. This article analyzes the influence of water management on Venezuelan production, economy, and society, focusing on the sustainability of agri-food systems, key economic indicators, and the challenges of ensuring food security.
Maria Alejandra Moreno Pizani
Combined effect of silicon and nitrogen doses applied to planting furrows on sugar, biomass and energy water productivity of sugarcane (Saccharum spp.)
This study evaluated the effects of silicon and nitrogen application on sugarcane water productivity, considering sugar, biomass, and energy production. The research was conducted at ESALQ/USP in Piracicaba, Brazil, using 12 treatments with different silicon and nitrogen rates. Biometric variables, juice quality, water consumption, agricultural yield, and water productivity indicators were assessed. The results showed that the treatments influenced water consumption and crop productivity. The lowest water consumption was observed under the 15Nx350Si treatment, while the highest agricultural yield occurred under 60Nx350Si. Overall, the highest water productivity values were obtained with 15Nx350Si, without compromising final juice quality.
Asdrubal Jesus Farias Ramirez | Maria Alejandra Moreno Pizani
Market Trends in the Fertilizer Segment for Grain Production
The article examines how the COVID-19 pandemic significantly reshaped the fertilizer market for grain production in Brazil, particularly for soybeans, corn, and wheat. Rising global food demand, supply-chain disruptions, currency depreciation, and reduced availability of key inputs such as urea, MAP, and KCl led to substantial increases in agricultural production costs. The study shows that fertilizers now account for a growing share of total production expenses, underscoring the need for continuous market monitoring and strategic purchasing to mitigate risks and improve planning for producers.
Edson Pereira da Mota
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Maria Alejandra Moreno Pizani
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Agricultural Engineer, Master in Agricultural Engineering (Hydraulic Resources) and PhD in Sciences (Agricultural Systems Engineering) ESALQ-USP. Manager of Pecege International and associate professor at Faculdade Pecege. Member of the Tropical Water Research Alliance (TWRA). Ambassador of the TFF network. International Commissioner of the Academy of Engineering and Habitat.
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