This presentation by Hanta Rabetaliana from the World Mountain People Association shows the main issues in mountain development, different projects taking place there and recommendations based on the experiences with those projects.
The document summarizes the experiences of the Lushoto Benchmark site in linking research, development and natural resource management in the AHI watersheds. It describes the historical development of the site since 1998, including the introduction of integrated natural resource management technologies and expansion to include more villages. Participatory diagnostic studies identified three themes - stakeholder engagement for agroforestry, water source management, and integrated catchment management. Objectives and issues addressed within each theme are outlined. The work plan aims to consolidate efforts across themes to improve livelihoods through integrated watershed management.
Wetlands International had several successes in 2010-2011, including influencing targets in the Convention on Biological Diversity to safeguard freshwater ecosystems and protect peatlands. They also completed the Wings Over Wetlands project which developed tools to protect migratory waterbird habitats. Challenges in 2012 include strengthening waterbird monitoring, demonstrating the role of wetlands in water management, and influencing policies to reduce the environmental impact of development projects and improve guidance on wetland carbon storage and restoration. Wetlands International will work on initiatives in several regions involving wetland conservation, restoration, and sustainable livelihoods while continuing organizational development.
Restoring our rainforests: Bonn Challenge and Forest Landscape RestorationCIFOR-ICRAF
Chetan Kumar of the Global Forest and Climate Change Program
of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Presented at the Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit http://www.cifor.org/asia-pacific-rainforest-summit/
This slideshow was presented by Dr. Christine Negra at the 2014 ESP Conference in Costa Rica. It covers integrated landscape management projects around the world, providing an overview of the global initiative and setting research priorities for the future. For more information on the session, please see the Conference Program: http://www.espconference.org/ESP_Conference/82483/5/0/60
Comparing governance reforms to restore the forest commons in Nepal, China an...CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Peter Cronkleton of the Center for International Forestry Research at the 16th Biennial Conference of the International Association for the Study of the Commons July 14, 2017 in Utrecht, the Netherlands.
Beyond protected areas: Landscape approaches to reconcile conservation and d...CIFOR-ICRAF
This document discusses integrated conservation and development projects (ICDPs) and landscape-scale approaches beyond protected areas. It analyzes case studies in the Lower Mekong region and Cameroon. In Cameroon, Technical Operations Units (TOUs) are a landscape management tool that bring together stakeholders across a mosaic of land uses to jointly manage an area. TOUs in Cameroon have increased local involvement in forest management and community development through various income sources. However, alternative livelihood programs aimed at changing behavior are often ineffective according to a recent review. Lessons from these case studies emphasize the importance of multi-stakeholder participation, negotiated goals, adaptive management, and longer timescales for landscape-scale conservation.
The document summarizes the experiences of the Lushoto Benchmark site in linking research, development and natural resource management in the AHI watersheds. It describes the historical development of the site since 1998, including the introduction of integrated natural resource management technologies and expansion to include more villages. Participatory diagnostic studies identified three themes - stakeholder engagement for agroforestry, water source management, and integrated catchment management. Objectives and issues addressed within each theme are outlined. The work plan aims to consolidate efforts across themes to improve livelihoods through integrated watershed management.
Wetlands International had several successes in 2010-2011, including influencing targets in the Convention on Biological Diversity to safeguard freshwater ecosystems and protect peatlands. They also completed the Wings Over Wetlands project which developed tools to protect migratory waterbird habitats. Challenges in 2012 include strengthening waterbird monitoring, demonstrating the role of wetlands in water management, and influencing policies to reduce the environmental impact of development projects and improve guidance on wetland carbon storage and restoration. Wetlands International will work on initiatives in several regions involving wetland conservation, restoration, and sustainable livelihoods while continuing organizational development.
Restoring our rainforests: Bonn Challenge and Forest Landscape RestorationCIFOR-ICRAF
Chetan Kumar of the Global Forest and Climate Change Program
of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Presented at the Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit http://www.cifor.org/asia-pacific-rainforest-summit/
This slideshow was presented by Dr. Christine Negra at the 2014 ESP Conference in Costa Rica. It covers integrated landscape management projects around the world, providing an overview of the global initiative and setting research priorities for the future. For more information on the session, please see the Conference Program: http://www.espconference.org/ESP_Conference/82483/5/0/60
Comparing governance reforms to restore the forest commons in Nepal, China an...CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Peter Cronkleton of the Center for International Forestry Research at the 16th Biennial Conference of the International Association for the Study of the Commons July 14, 2017 in Utrecht, the Netherlands.
Beyond protected areas: Landscape approaches to reconcile conservation and d...CIFOR-ICRAF
This document discusses integrated conservation and development projects (ICDPs) and landscape-scale approaches beyond protected areas. It analyzes case studies in the Lower Mekong region and Cameroon. In Cameroon, Technical Operations Units (TOUs) are a landscape management tool that bring together stakeholders across a mosaic of land uses to jointly manage an area. TOUs in Cameroon have increased local involvement in forest management and community development through various income sources. However, alternative livelihood programs aimed at changing behavior are often ineffective according to a recent review. Lessons from these case studies emphasize the importance of multi-stakeholder participation, negotiated goals, adaptive management, and longer timescales for landscape-scale conservation.
This document discusses integrated landscape management. It defines integrated landscape management as managing land production systems and natural resources across an area that is large enough to produce ecosystem services and small enough to be managed by local people. The document then provides context on why integrated landscape management is needed given pressures on land and resources. It outlines different types of integrated landscape management approaches and key aspects like taking an ecosystem approach and multi-stakeholder participation. The document also discusses challenges and examples of FAO's work in integrated landscape management programs around the world.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has been active in Central Asia since the early 2000s, focusing on areas like resource efficiency, environmental governance, chemicals and waste management, ecosystems and climate change adaptation, and poverty and environment. UNEP works closely with the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) and its Executive Committee (ICSD) on initiatives to support green economy development and improve waste management in the region. Key ongoing projects include developing regional strategies on waste management and green economies, strengthening environmental governance, and building capacity on issues like climate change adaptation and low carbon development. UNEP aims to scale up its work in Central Asia in coming years on areas like sustainable trade, infrastructure, and green
Adapting to Climate Change: National and Provincial Adaptation PlansJanathakshan Gte Ltd
Key Note Speech by Prof. Buddhi Marambe, Professor of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya
Technical Session 02: Climate Change Adaptation
Experience Sharing Forum on Climate Smart Initiatives of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Next – A blue Green Era – Conference and Exhibition 2017
16 – 17 October 2017, BMICH, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The document discusses sustainable management practices for group B plantations on peat lands. It identifies challenges including using a variety of species, improving water management, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and adopting a landscape approach. Key principles for sustainable plantations on peat include moving to a long-term sustainable model of over 100 years that balances economic and social needs while protecting the environment. Best management practices should be documented and shared, including practices for fire prevention, water management, certification, and developing management plans that consider environmental, social and community issues. Next steps include compiling a best practices manual through a multi-stakeholder working group and establishing government standards and regulations.
Strengthening the Resilience of Development to Climate Change Risks in Sri LankaJanathakshan Gte Ltd
Presentation by Mr. Sampath Aberathna, Technical Coordinator, Climate Change Adaptation, UNDP
Technical Session 02: Climate Change Adaptation
Experience Sharing Forum on Climate Smart Initiatives of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Next – A blue Green Era – Conference and Exhibition 2017
16 – 17 October 2017, BMICH, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The document summarizes a presentation on landscape functions and models for future landscapes. It discusses two local landscape experiments in Nees and Lihme, Denmark that involved community participation in developing landscape strategies. The Nees experiment focused on afforestation and stabilization of the population. The Lihme experiment developed a multifunctional landscape strategy through workshops and public meetings to integrate plans into the municipal plan. The presentation argues for developing landscape strategies through a collaborative process that considers landscape character, condition, and the visions of local owners and communities.
Strengthening local institution to improve social cohesiveness CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Yuti Ariani, a postdoctoral researcher at Nanyang Technological University. This speaker shared information about the importance of strengthening local institutions to improve social cohesiveness. This presentation also showed that social cohesiveness is often contested, and the stabilization of social cohesion can be achieved through resource mobilization.
Online Webinar 3 - Exploring Criteria and Indicators for Tropical Peatland Restoration
Governance and Socio-Economic Attributes
19 November 2020
Forest Management Unit (FMU): As an approach in Forest Landscape Restoration ...CIFOR-ICRAF
This document summarizes a presentation on Forest Management Units (FMUs) as an approach to Forest Landscape Restoration in Sumbawa, Indonesia. It discusses how FMUs take an integrated landscape approach to balance conservation, rehabilitation, and economic and sociocultural activities. The Sumbawa FMU focuses on watershed management and integrating timber and non-timber forest product production and marketing to improve livelihoods and forest management. Preliminary results show FMUs can positively impact ecological functions and complement household incomes. Challenges to wider adoption include land tenure issues, rapid land use changes, and ensuring long-term funding and government support beyond pilot programs.
Biodiversity management for mine closure canada mission on sustainable mining...Bambang Tri Sasongko Adi
Presented in the Canadian Sustainable Technology for the Mining Sector, Jakarta, September 2018. The slide highlights regulatory framework of mine closure in Indonesia compared with International Guidelines.
The document summarizes discussions from a group at a workshop on sustainable forestry practices on peatlands. The group discussed key elements of peatland management and rehabilitation, including water management, ecosystem protection, and stakeholder involvement. They also identified challenges like a lack of technical guidance and resources. Effective solutions proposed included better stakeholder partnerships, following guidance documents, and improving coordination between different levels of government. Next steps discussed were strengthening policies and institutions, conducting more research, sharing results, and improving livelihoods and poverty issues for sustainable peatland management.
The document discusses multiple entry points for developing national adaptation plans (NAPs) in Malawi and provides examples. It can start by focusing on a hazard, sector, or development goal, then mapping connections. For example, a water supply system represents connections between water sources, treatment plants, distribution networks, and end users. A case study of California's integrated water system shows linkages between water supply and conveyance, treatment, distribution, wastewater collection, treatment and discharge, as well as connections to broader climate and hydrological systems. The document aims to illustrate holistic approaches to assessing vulnerabilities and solutions for NAPs.
This document discusses recent developments in the international policy framework around forests and climate change mitigation. It summarizes the two streams under UN climate negotiations that address forests: REDD+ for developing countries, and LULUCF for developed countries under the Kyoto Protocol. Key issues discussed include priorities for REDD+ actions, safeguards, and challenges around accounting rules and reference levels for developed country forests under LULUCF. The document argues there is potential to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in countries like Australia if the policy framework incentivizes reduction over hiding emissions.
Keeping track of forests: systems for measurement, reporting and verification...CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Dr. Haruni Krisnawati, Senior Researcher of the
Ministry of Environment and Forestry of Indonesia. Presented at the Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit http://www.cifor.org/asia-pacific-rainforest-summit/
Landscape restoration efforts in Ethiopia have led to improved food and water security and decreased soil and water loss. Major efforts include watershed management, gully reclamation, water harvesting, and tree planting. These activities are implemented through community participation and have achieved encouraging results. Lessons learned indicate that restoration is key to national policy and has increased vegetation cover, biodiversity, and awareness of the multiple benefits of landscape restoration.
Japan is taking both international and domestic actions to address marine plastic pollution. Domestically, Japan will raise awareness, accelerate collection and treatment of marine litter, and revise laws. Internationally, Japan will support developing countries to reduce plastic waste and deliver on commitments in the G7 Ocean Plastics Charter. Japan will also promote best practices through a "Plastics Smart" campaign and present these at the 2019 G20 in Japan to contribute to global solutions for marine plastic pollution.
Rural Development and Local Governance: Key Factors to Promote Peatland Resto...CIFOR-ICRAF
The keynote speech for this event was delivered by Myrna Safitri, Deputy Head of BRG for Education, Participation, and Partnership. In this keynote session, the speaker discussed the issue in a rural area in terms of governance for peatland restoration in Indonesia. The speaker shared approaches and activities undertaken by BRG involving local community from the villages around the peatland area. Speaker also introduced the Village Development Index (Indeks Desa Membangun) as legal criteria and indicators used by BRG to monitor the success of social-economic approaches for peatland restoration.
Online Webinar 3 - Exploring Criteria and Indicators for Tropical Peatland Restoration
Governance and Socio-Economic Attributes
19 November 2020
The future of forests in the low-emissions development agendaCIFOR-ICRAF
Presented at the COP21 side event 'Forests, landscapes, climate & sustainable development – The evidence we need for the future we want' by Markku Kanninen on 3 December 2015.
Role of private sector in supporting community initiative towards peatland pr...CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Sera Noviany, Head of Sustainability Compliance from Asia Pulp and Paper (APP) Sinarmas, at Webinar "A Synthesis and Way Forward", 17 December 2020.
This presentation shared the experience and lesson learned of APP Sinarmas in conducting a community program named Desa Makmur Peduli Api (Fire Care Prosperous Village) including criteria and indicators used in monitoring and evaluating the program such as environmental protection, sustainable livelihood, and strategic partnership. Speaker also underlined the importance of community involvement and multi-stakeholder collaboration can support protection and restoration efforts.
- The document summarizes current research activities and emerging topics in water resources management at the Finnish Environment Institute (SYKE).
- Key areas of research include sustainable watercourse management, constructed rivers, flood and drought risk management, integrated water resources management, and the use of multi-criteria decision analysis in complex problems.
- SYKE works closely with government ministries and regional authorities on issues like EU directive implementation, operational water forecasting and management, and academic/EU research projects.
The document summarizes two community micro-projects in Nicaragua that were implemented using an integrated approach combining disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and ecosystem management and restoration. The first project in Malpaso involved restoring a community lagoon to address water shortages. Measures included deepening the lagoon, installing pipes, and planting trees to reduce erosion. The second project in El Pegador developed community ecotourism around a local lagoon to generate income while promoting its sustainable use and conservation. Both micro-projects engaged community members in all stages and used vulnerability assessments to identify problems and solutions.
This document discusses integrated landscape management. It defines integrated landscape management as managing land production systems and natural resources across an area that is large enough to produce ecosystem services and small enough to be managed by local people. The document then provides context on why integrated landscape management is needed given pressures on land and resources. It outlines different types of integrated landscape management approaches and key aspects like taking an ecosystem approach and multi-stakeholder participation. The document also discusses challenges and examples of FAO's work in integrated landscape management programs around the world.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has been active in Central Asia since the early 2000s, focusing on areas like resource efficiency, environmental governance, chemicals and waste management, ecosystems and climate change adaptation, and poverty and environment. UNEP works closely with the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) and its Executive Committee (ICSD) on initiatives to support green economy development and improve waste management in the region. Key ongoing projects include developing regional strategies on waste management and green economies, strengthening environmental governance, and building capacity on issues like climate change adaptation and low carbon development. UNEP aims to scale up its work in Central Asia in coming years on areas like sustainable trade, infrastructure, and green
Adapting to Climate Change: National and Provincial Adaptation PlansJanathakshan Gte Ltd
Key Note Speech by Prof. Buddhi Marambe, Professor of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya
Technical Session 02: Climate Change Adaptation
Experience Sharing Forum on Climate Smart Initiatives of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Next – A blue Green Era – Conference and Exhibition 2017
16 – 17 October 2017, BMICH, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The document discusses sustainable management practices for group B plantations on peat lands. It identifies challenges including using a variety of species, improving water management, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and adopting a landscape approach. Key principles for sustainable plantations on peat include moving to a long-term sustainable model of over 100 years that balances economic and social needs while protecting the environment. Best management practices should be documented and shared, including practices for fire prevention, water management, certification, and developing management plans that consider environmental, social and community issues. Next steps include compiling a best practices manual through a multi-stakeholder working group and establishing government standards and regulations.
Strengthening the Resilience of Development to Climate Change Risks in Sri LankaJanathakshan Gte Ltd
Presentation by Mr. Sampath Aberathna, Technical Coordinator, Climate Change Adaptation, UNDP
Technical Session 02: Climate Change Adaptation
Experience Sharing Forum on Climate Smart Initiatives of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Next – A blue Green Era – Conference and Exhibition 2017
16 – 17 October 2017, BMICH, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The document summarizes a presentation on landscape functions and models for future landscapes. It discusses two local landscape experiments in Nees and Lihme, Denmark that involved community participation in developing landscape strategies. The Nees experiment focused on afforestation and stabilization of the population. The Lihme experiment developed a multifunctional landscape strategy through workshops and public meetings to integrate plans into the municipal plan. The presentation argues for developing landscape strategies through a collaborative process that considers landscape character, condition, and the visions of local owners and communities.
Strengthening local institution to improve social cohesiveness CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Yuti Ariani, a postdoctoral researcher at Nanyang Technological University. This speaker shared information about the importance of strengthening local institutions to improve social cohesiveness. This presentation also showed that social cohesiveness is often contested, and the stabilization of social cohesion can be achieved through resource mobilization.
Online Webinar 3 - Exploring Criteria and Indicators for Tropical Peatland Restoration
Governance and Socio-Economic Attributes
19 November 2020
Forest Management Unit (FMU): As an approach in Forest Landscape Restoration ...CIFOR-ICRAF
This document summarizes a presentation on Forest Management Units (FMUs) as an approach to Forest Landscape Restoration in Sumbawa, Indonesia. It discusses how FMUs take an integrated landscape approach to balance conservation, rehabilitation, and economic and sociocultural activities. The Sumbawa FMU focuses on watershed management and integrating timber and non-timber forest product production and marketing to improve livelihoods and forest management. Preliminary results show FMUs can positively impact ecological functions and complement household incomes. Challenges to wider adoption include land tenure issues, rapid land use changes, and ensuring long-term funding and government support beyond pilot programs.
Biodiversity management for mine closure canada mission on sustainable mining...Bambang Tri Sasongko Adi
Presented in the Canadian Sustainable Technology for the Mining Sector, Jakarta, September 2018. The slide highlights regulatory framework of mine closure in Indonesia compared with International Guidelines.
The document summarizes discussions from a group at a workshop on sustainable forestry practices on peatlands. The group discussed key elements of peatland management and rehabilitation, including water management, ecosystem protection, and stakeholder involvement. They also identified challenges like a lack of technical guidance and resources. Effective solutions proposed included better stakeholder partnerships, following guidance documents, and improving coordination between different levels of government. Next steps discussed were strengthening policies and institutions, conducting more research, sharing results, and improving livelihoods and poverty issues for sustainable peatland management.
The document discusses multiple entry points for developing national adaptation plans (NAPs) in Malawi and provides examples. It can start by focusing on a hazard, sector, or development goal, then mapping connections. For example, a water supply system represents connections between water sources, treatment plants, distribution networks, and end users. A case study of California's integrated water system shows linkages between water supply and conveyance, treatment, distribution, wastewater collection, treatment and discharge, as well as connections to broader climate and hydrological systems. The document aims to illustrate holistic approaches to assessing vulnerabilities and solutions for NAPs.
This document discusses recent developments in the international policy framework around forests and climate change mitigation. It summarizes the two streams under UN climate negotiations that address forests: REDD+ for developing countries, and LULUCF for developed countries under the Kyoto Protocol. Key issues discussed include priorities for REDD+ actions, safeguards, and challenges around accounting rules and reference levels for developed country forests under LULUCF. The document argues there is potential to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in countries like Australia if the policy framework incentivizes reduction over hiding emissions.
Keeping track of forests: systems for measurement, reporting and verification...CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Dr. Haruni Krisnawati, Senior Researcher of the
Ministry of Environment and Forestry of Indonesia. Presented at the Asia-Pacific Rainforest Summit http://www.cifor.org/asia-pacific-rainforest-summit/
Landscape restoration efforts in Ethiopia have led to improved food and water security and decreased soil and water loss. Major efforts include watershed management, gully reclamation, water harvesting, and tree planting. These activities are implemented through community participation and have achieved encouraging results. Lessons learned indicate that restoration is key to national policy and has increased vegetation cover, biodiversity, and awareness of the multiple benefits of landscape restoration.
Japan is taking both international and domestic actions to address marine plastic pollution. Domestically, Japan will raise awareness, accelerate collection and treatment of marine litter, and revise laws. Internationally, Japan will support developing countries to reduce plastic waste and deliver on commitments in the G7 Ocean Plastics Charter. Japan will also promote best practices through a "Plastics Smart" campaign and present these at the 2019 G20 in Japan to contribute to global solutions for marine plastic pollution.
Rural Development and Local Governance: Key Factors to Promote Peatland Resto...CIFOR-ICRAF
The keynote speech for this event was delivered by Myrna Safitri, Deputy Head of BRG for Education, Participation, and Partnership. In this keynote session, the speaker discussed the issue in a rural area in terms of governance for peatland restoration in Indonesia. The speaker shared approaches and activities undertaken by BRG involving local community from the villages around the peatland area. Speaker also introduced the Village Development Index (Indeks Desa Membangun) as legal criteria and indicators used by BRG to monitor the success of social-economic approaches for peatland restoration.
Online Webinar 3 - Exploring Criteria and Indicators for Tropical Peatland Restoration
Governance and Socio-Economic Attributes
19 November 2020
The future of forests in the low-emissions development agendaCIFOR-ICRAF
Presented at the COP21 side event 'Forests, landscapes, climate & sustainable development – The evidence we need for the future we want' by Markku Kanninen on 3 December 2015.
Role of private sector in supporting community initiative towards peatland pr...CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Sera Noviany, Head of Sustainability Compliance from Asia Pulp and Paper (APP) Sinarmas, at Webinar "A Synthesis and Way Forward", 17 December 2020.
This presentation shared the experience and lesson learned of APP Sinarmas in conducting a community program named Desa Makmur Peduli Api (Fire Care Prosperous Village) including criteria and indicators used in monitoring and evaluating the program such as environmental protection, sustainable livelihood, and strategic partnership. Speaker also underlined the importance of community involvement and multi-stakeholder collaboration can support protection and restoration efforts.
- The document summarizes current research activities and emerging topics in water resources management at the Finnish Environment Institute (SYKE).
- Key areas of research include sustainable watercourse management, constructed rivers, flood and drought risk management, integrated water resources management, and the use of multi-criteria decision analysis in complex problems.
- SYKE works closely with government ministries and regional authorities on issues like EU directive implementation, operational water forecasting and management, and academic/EU research projects.
The document summarizes two community micro-projects in Nicaragua that were implemented using an integrated approach combining disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and ecosystem management and restoration. The first project in Malpaso involved restoring a community lagoon to address water shortages. Measures included deepening the lagoon, installing pipes, and planting trees to reduce erosion. The second project in El Pegador developed community ecotourism around a local lagoon to generate income while promoting its sustainable use and conservation. Both micro-projects engaged community members in all stages and used vulnerability assessments to identify problems and solutions.
This presentation focuses mostly on what the India National Action Plan is and how it was started. It is about India's National Action Plan on Climate Change. what are these things used for. It was created as a result of the IPCC, or Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and it concentrates on climate change mitigation. It primarily focuses on a variety of issues, including waste management, pollution, global warming, and the emission of greenhouse gases. The IPCC is establishing various missions to limit these kinds of activities in order to improve climate change and prevent it from deteriorating further. The first thing that comes to mind is the list of global climate earth key summits from 1992 to the present, along with how they were created and given names in accordance with the COP. The timeline of India's climate change was covered in detail after the discussion of how it developed in India. The IPCC claims to have published a report on the subject of climate change-vulnerable states, which details how each state is impacted and which states are safer. The mission aids in accelerating the reduction of climate change. Eight Indian states, Jharkhand, Mizoram, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, and West Bengal are highly vulnerable to climate change.
According to the report, titled ‘Climate Vulnerability Assessment for Adaptation Planning in India Using a Common Framework’, released by the science & technology ministry.
The report also showed that Maharashtra is the least vulnerable state in the country.
Lack of forest area per 100 rural population was found to be one of the major drivers of vulnerability for Assam despite the fact that the state has a forest cover of 42 percent.
In the case of Bihar, poor health infrastructure is the key vulnerability driver.
Lack of crop insurance and rainfed agriculture were key drivers of vulnerability for Jharkhand.
National water mission is Governed by the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation.
Ensures better-integrated water resource management leading to water conservation, less wastage, equitable distribution forming better policies.
Looks into the issues of groundwater and surface water management, domestic and industrial water management, improvement of water storage capacities, and protection of wetlands.
National solar mission is Governed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
Aims to increase the share of solar energy in India's energy mix.
It takes measures of increasing R&D efforts, promoting the decentralized distribution of energy by creating cheaper and more convenient solar power systems.
Emphasis on manufacturing solar panels at the local level and tying up local research with international efforts.
National mission for enhanced energy efficiency is Governed by the Ministry of Power.
Based on the Energy Conservation Act, of 2001.
Each mission's description was developed in order to accomplish its objective and lessen it.
This document outlines a vision and action plan for sustainable development along the Guadalete river basin in Spain. It discusses objectives in areas like water quality, water quantity, ecosystem management, and economic development. It proposes various measures like improving wastewater treatment, promoting renewable energy, education initiatives, green infrastructure projects, sustainable tourism, and balancing economic and natural resource goals. Stakeholders are grouped according to their priorities and the plan identifies both short and long term actions needed to achieve an integrated approach to river management.
The Learning Route on Natural Resource Management and Climate Change Adaptation best practices, the experience in Kenya; took place between the 6-13 July 2014 in several counties in Kenya.
The objective of this learning route is to scale up through peer to peer learning the Kenyan best multi stakeholders' strategies, tools and practices to fight environmental degradation and to adapt to climate change with the aim of improving the livelihoods of people living in affected communities.
The learning Route has been developed by International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) CARE (relief agency) in Kenya and the Cgiar Research Program on Climate Change & Food Security, in partnership with Procasur Africa.
Here we have an overview of the presentation shared with us from our first of the three host case studies that were visited:
Case 1: Mount Kenya East Pilot Project (MKEPP), the Upper Tana Natural Resource Manangement Project (UTANRMP)
Policy and Implementation of Mangrove Strategic Management PlanCIFOR-ICRAF
This document summarizes Indonesia's policy and plans for mangrove strategic management. It discusses blue carbon storage in mangroves, tidal marshes, and seagrasses. Indonesia has the second largest mangrove area in the world at 3.49 million hectares, but 1.82 million hectares are degraded. The government aims to rehabilitate 60,000 hectares per year until 2045 to recover 1.82 million hectares. Key policies and frameworks guiding mangrove management include a 2012 national strategy and a 2017 policy on indicators. The document outlines achievements and targets rehabilitation mapping, working groups, and strategies like silvofishery to promote sustainable management.
GENERAL: MIBOSQUE contributes to the reduction of local causes of climate change and environmental vulnerability by promoting governance of natural resources and self-sufficiency among populations in order to improve their living conditions
Objective 1 for 2009: That 110 communities and 11 municipalities manage and administer their renewable natural resources in a sustainable manner
Objective 2 for 2009: Build capacity in 11 local governments to administer the natural resources in their jurisdictions
Objective 3 for 2009: That 2200 families served by the project improve their incomes from activities related to forestry and agroforestry
This document discusses coastal zone management in Bangladesh. It notes that Bangladesh's coastal zone covers 47,201 km2 across 19 districts, where around 35 million people live. It describes the various ecosystems in the coastal zone, including the world's largest mangrove forest. It then discusses Bangladesh's history of coastal management programs and policies. It provides details on biodiversity in the coastal habitats. It defines integrated coastal zone management and its stages of policy, strategy, program development, and implementation. It outlines some of Bangladesh's previous and current coastal management strategies and policies. It discusses the scopes, challenges, opportunities, and threats regarding integrated coastal zone management in Bangladesh. Finally, it notes some recent and ongoing initiatives regarding coastal and marine management in Bangladesh
Regional approaches to adaptation planning : Senegal experiences NAP Events
The document discusses Senegal's experience with regional approaches to adaptation planning. It provides two case studies: [1] Senegal's involvement in the Great Green Wall initiative to combat desertification, which involves planting along a 15km wide, 545km long strip of land. Over 16 million plants have been developed and 40,000 hectares planted so far. [2] The Senegal River Basin Organization (OMVS), which manages water resources across Senegal, Mali, and Mauritania through dams for irrigation, electricity, and flood control. A new program aims to improve the basin's resilience to climate change through vulnerability assessments, adaptation plans, and capacity building. Regional coordination is important for integrating projects
WATER INNOVATION SUMMIT 2023 | Sessione 6-Ciarlo Servizi a rete
The document discusses water management approaches of the Italian Development Cooperation and AICS. It covers their guidelines for interventions in water for human and civil use, agriculture, and aquifer protection. Examples of best practices are provided, including projects in Tunisia supporting irrigation systems, in Senegal managing water resources, and in Ethiopia improving integrated water management. The conclusion emphasizes improving water productivity and management can help address scarcity issues and prevent conflicts over this critical resource.
WATER INNOVATION SUMMIT 2023 | Sessione 6-SertoliServizi a rete
The document discusses water management approaches of the Italian Development Cooperation and AICS. It covers their guidelines for interventions in water for human and civil use, agriculture, and aquifer protection. Examples of best practices are provided, including projects in Tunisia supporting irrigation systems, in Senegal managing water resources, and in Ethiopia improving integrated water management. The conclusion emphasizes improving water productivity and management can help address scarcity issues and prevent conflicts over this critical resource.
A Dominican Republic Case: Demonstrating Sustainable Land Management in the U...Iwl Pcu
The priority agenda: Keep learning how to best manage interlinkages at the operational level, through integrated project approaches. To derive local and global environmental benefits, promote sustainable development, and meet human needs.
Achieving ecosystem stability on degraded land ICARDA
This project aimed to achieve ecosystem stability and combat desertification on degraded lands in Karakalpakstan and Kyzylkum desert regions. It identified plant species for stabilization efforts, tested land management methods, and strengthened legal frameworks for resource planning. Over its 5 year term from 2008-2013, it identified suitable species, created nurseries, trained local populations, stabilized sands and rehabilitated lands, and increased institutional capacity for integrated resource management.
Watershed management Programs and Policies in IndiaGeeva Chandana
The document discusses watershed management programmes and policies in India. It provides details of several key watershed development programmes implemented since the 1970s, including the Drought Prone Area Programme (DPAP), Integrated Wasteland Development Programme (IWDP), National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA), and the Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP). It also describes the Common Guidelines for Watershed Development (Neeranchal) and the role of the National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA). Current and future policies discussed include the Neeranchal Watershed Program and the Prime Minister Krishi Sinchayee Yojna. A case study on the Integrated Watershed Management
The document outlines India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), which identifies 8 national missions to address climate change through 2017. The missions focus on solar energy, energy efficiency, habitat sustainability, water resources, sustaining the Himalayan ecosystem, forestry, agriculture, and strategic climate knowledge. The plan's guiding principles emphasize inclusive development, qualitative growth, cost-effective strategies, appropriate technologies, and public-private partnerships to promote mitigation and adaptation. Each mission section provides details on goals, objectives, and proposed actions to address climate impacts in that area.
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Building Climate Change Resilience in Madagascar Mountains
1. Building Climate Change Resilience
in Madagascar Mountains.
Global Landscapes Forum session
Hanta RABETALIANA
World Mountain People Association
Madagascar
2. MADAGASCAR
• 40% country mountainous (700m – 2 700m above see
level);
• 80% population in mountain areas
• 100% water come from uplands
• 60% rice production in lowlands
• National Strategy for Sustainable Mountain
Developpement was written and implemented since 2002
• Forest cover still remain in mountain areas (10% of the
national territory)
• The National Adaptation Plan of Action written in 2006
but very few projets/programmes implemented because of
lack of reglementation.
3.
4.
5. Main Issues in Mountain
Development
• No specific policy /law/regulation on
mountain development
• Several projects/programmes implemented
but no coordination in
watershed/water/forest/soil management
Action Plans;
• The majority of the Climate Change
projects/programmes focus on feasability
studies and forest conservation activities
6. GIZ projects
• > 0 : German Cooperation project: Schema
d’Amenagement Communal (SAC)
– Participative and Grass roots process of the
Development of a Municipality based on natural
resources management and risk disaster management
planning, validated at local/central government level.
This process promote de facto cooperation between
all sectors (agriculture, forestry, water, mining, …)
– Donors provide technical expertises and local
communities and Municipalities pay for the others
costs;
– Duration of the planning process (7 months)
7. World Bank Projects
• < 0 : Bassin-versant Perimetre Irrigue and
Cellule de Prévention et Gestion des Urgences
– Top down project where Regions, Municipalities
and local communities are beneficiaries not
shareholders;
– Majorities of the investments in lowlands despite
the important risk of landslides, floods and
permanent soil erosion that threaten crops and
degradate of irrigation and drainage works
(canals, dams, ....)
8. AMCC project
• A feasibility study of a forest corridor conservation
and income-generating activities based on sustainable
use of natural resources (community based low impact
logging and medicinal/dyer plants gathering, bee
keeping, fresh water fish production, rice production…)
• Forest corridor of 35,000 hectares (= water tower) in a
mountainous area providing water to 20,000 ha paddy
fields.
• Stakeholders = 20 community-based forest
management associations. Two are considered as a
model : tracability, low impact logging activities, social
investments (hospital and school constructions).
9. Conservation International projects
• Carbon credit projects (DELL) related to the
conservation of the two biggest forest
corridors in Madagascar (> 70,000 ha);
• No economic impacts on local communities in
charge of forest conservation (without any
compensation)
• The Ministry in charge of Forests is
considered as a beneficiary not a leader of
the process.
10. RECOMMANDATIONS
Madagascar has started a decentralization process in 2004 (22
regions and 1 990 municipalities) but financial resources
management and decision making are still very centralized.
Priority at international level should focus on regional/local
development planning (= integrated approach) taking into
consideration disaster risks which are very high in mountains
(erosion, landslides, floods, …), natural resources
management and food security (four dimensions) in order to
enhance the resilience of mountain communities to disasters
and give them opportunities to be shareholders of their own
development (ex: WB,GIZ , AMCC, UNDP projects)
International Cooperation should focus more on sustainable
use of natural resources and give more responsibilities to
communities and local authorities (Municipalities, Regions) .