Natural resources sustain our environment and well-being. However, they are also a source of risk and vulnerability, particularly for small developing countries. Extremes of climatic conditions are increasing with global warming and they bring about more intense droughts, floods and storms. Competition for water as a productive resource is intensifying as development proceeds, supplies become scarcer with droughts, and are contaminated by pollution. The cost of exploring conventional energy sources is increasing as global demand rises pushing exploration into distant land and sea areas. These energy sources are also unsustainable – they are finite and they put our planet at environmental risk. Food prices are surging upwards in the wake of natural disasters, desertification and population growth.
 
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Jewels of Nature performing at the opening of Sci-TechKnoFest 2011
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Looking to the future, no country can avoid the challenge of sustainability. With human creativity and innovation, it is possible to sustain human progress and welfare while preserving our environment. Sci-TechKnoFest 2011 endeavoured to show the way forward.
We explored:
*Disaster Preparedness & Mitigation
*Water Resource Management
*Creativity & Innovation
*Renewable Energy
*Food Production & Food Security
Sci-TechKnoFest 2011 aimed to change your world view and to empower you to make more informed choices, act more socially responsible, and have the confidence to utilise advances in science and technology towards sustainable living in the 21st century. Did it?
What did it feature?
*We Are Creative
*Thinking "out of the box"
*Food is on everyone’s mind
*Energy!
*Disasters and more disasters
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NIHERST wishes to thank the public for their tremendous support for Sci-TechKnoFest 2011, which took place at the NIHERST/NGC National Science Centre (NSC) from May 2nd to 15th 2011. During the two week period, we had 38,000 visitors! The feedback was most positive and encouraging. We therefore plan to have an even better experience for visitors at Sci-TechKnoFest 2013.

Many of the exhibits remain at NSC and so if you were not able to attend the festival, you can still interact with them by visiting us Tuesdays to Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. except for public holidays. Schools and other groups should call 642-6112 to make a booking.


NIHERST would also like to extend our deep gratitude to all employees, exhibitors, sponsors, service providers and patrons who contributed to the overwhelming success of Sci-TechKnoFest 2011. The Institute also thanks the Ministry of Science Technology and Tertiary Education, the Ministry of Education and local media houses for their tremendous support and encouragement... more

"I congratulate NIHERST as they launch yet another thought provoking, dynamic and innovative Sci-TechKnoFest. Best wishes!"

Senator The Hon. Mr. Fazal Karim, Minister of Science Technology and Tertiary Education
Feature Address at opening ceremony by Senator The Hon. Mr. Fazal Karim
"Best wishes for a successful event."

The Hon. Dr. Tim Gopeesingh, Minister of Education
"Wishing you every success in this venture."

Senator The Hon. RN Gosine-Ramgoolam, Minister of Public Administration

      Visitor Feedback
  • It was fun.
    Male student, Belmont
  • Please continue, these children learn more here. It’s innovative and creative. These hands on activities make a difference in how students learn.
    Female teacher, Chaguanas
  • I would like to return to experience all that NSC has to offer.
    Female teacher, Morvant
  • It should be held every year because it is very informative about science.
    Female teacher, Sangre Grande
  • Really like the 3D technology.
    Female student, Erin
  • A great learning experience.
    Female student, Tabaquite
  • It’s a very good opportunity for both children and adults.
    Female teacher, Tabaquite
  • Very informative for the younger generation and it gives a drive to be more creative and appreciate your resources.
    Male mechanical technician, Mausica