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Join us on August 22, 2009 for an informative public forum organized by the Armenian Engineers and Scientists of America. Learn about the problems facing Lake Sevan, hear from experts, and discuss plans and solutions for its preservation. A must-attend event for anyone interested in protecting this vital natural resource.
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CARE 4 SEVANPollution Prevention Project Public Forum August 22, 2009 Organized by: Armenian Engineers and Scientists of America
Program Opening remarks Shant Kenderian Lake Sevan problems Areg Gharabegian Video about Lake Sevan Consequences Ruben Nalbandian Plans and Solutions Azad DerBedrosian Conclusions Mihran Aghbabian Q&A
Facts about the Lake Lake Sevan has a surface area of 1,250 km2, about 4% of Armenia’s total area The Lake Sevan basin lies at an elevation of 1,916 m, occupies about 4,900 km2, approximately 16% of the Armenian territory
Rivers and Towns Twenty eight rivers flow into Lake Sevan The Hrazdan River is the only outlet from the lake The total population of these towns and villages is approximately 121,000 Source: RA 2008 Population & Housing Census Results