WEBINAR: Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Nitrogen Management in East Asia

GPNM-INI Joint Webinar Series: Catalyzing Change: Global Case Studies on  Sustainable Nitrogen Management 

March 10, 2026

Time: 1430-1600 Nairobi time (GMT +3)

Language: English 

East Asia occupies a pivotal position in the global nitrogen cycle. Rapid economic  development, intensive agricultural systems, highly populated cities, and industrial  expansion have resulted in both high nitrogen inputs and substantial nitrogen loss to the  environment. Consequently, the region is simultaneously a major contributor to global  nitrogen pollution and a key source of innovation in nitrogen management practices. 

The region represents diverse historical pathways and governance arrangements for  managing nitrogen use and pollution. Each country of the region has experienced different  phases of agricultural intensification, industrialization, and environmental regulation,  leading to distinct policy responses, institutional frameworks, and societal awareness of  nitrogen-related challenges. At the same time, the countries share common pressures  related to food security, water and air quality, ecosystem health, and climate change  mitigation. Examining their experiences together provides a unique opportunity to  understand how varied national contexts within East Asia have shaped nitrogen  management outcomes, and how these lessons can inform global efforts toward  sustainable nitrogen management. 

This webinar positions East Asia within the global nitrogen context, highlighting  regional nitrogen flows, country-specific challenges and achievements, and the  implications for future international cooperation.