- Formulation of policies and strategies for natural resources and integrated watershed management as well as implementation of development programs for natural resources and watershed management within the goals of sustainable development.
- Conservation, protection and sustainable utilization of forests, rangelands, deserts and watershed basins throughout the country.
- Determination and delineation of public and private lands to secure the state sovereignty over national property. - Study the watersheds throughout the country aimed at planning and formulating integrated plans and implementation of natural resources and watershed management projects.