10th International Nitrogen Conference

Moderator: TANIGUCHI Makoto (RIHN)

This session focuses on the science–policy interface for sustainable nitrogen management. Two researchers who have played leading roles in connecting nitrogen science with policy processes will present their perspectives alongside two policymakers actively advancing nitrogen management initiatives at national and international levels. Speakers will reflect on the achievements, challenges, and future directions of major initiatives and governance processes, including the International Nitrogen Management System (INMS), the Global Partnership on Nutrient Management (GPNM), the International Nitrogen Initiative (INI), the International Nitrogen Networks (iN-Net), the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) Resolutions on Sustainable Nitrogen Management, the UNEP Working Group on Nitrogen (WGN), and Japan’s Action Plan on Sustainable Nitrogen Management. By bringing together perspectives from science and policy, the session will explore how governance, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing can accelerate progress toward sustainable nitrogen management while contributing to broader sustainability goals.