Conclusion and Recommendations
Conclusion
It is evident from this survey that there is potential and capacity for environmental information networking in Rwanda. However, the level of capacity varies between institutions. Some institutions manage information because it is part of their mandate, while oth- ers are exclusively data users. For those institutions that manage core data which is essential to their work, they may inevitably need information that may be produced by other organisations.
Either way, there is need for better collaboration between institu- tions in terms of information exchange and sharing. All institu- tions working in the sector of natural resources will benefit from the creation of a better infrastructure for the exchange and shar- ing of environmental data. Less time will be spent collecting data, cross-checking and analysing it. An environment information net- work that delivers better access to data at all levels of society will support the country’s development objectives and drive economic change.
Recommendations
There are many arguments in support of the establishment of a REIN to facilitate data exchange, sharing of environmen- tal information and to reduce duplication of effort. Although preliminary work has been accomplished with regard to es- tablishing the REIN, it will be necessary to bring possible network members together, first of all to buy into the con- cept and select the core data producers for capacity building.
Further to this the core data producers should meet to agree on the overall strategy, general framework for the network including its management, basic information layers, train- ing and equipment for all participating institutions. It could also be possible to agree on a time frame after which, based on outcome, scale up of activities should be commenced. Box 4 highlights some of these steps.
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