3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Presentation from Session 19: Advancing Sustainability in the Mekong Region: the role of Assessment Tools, Standards and Safeguards.
This list of resources is one of the outputs of the HEA Social Sciences funded project 'The role of assessment in teaching research methods' led by Anesa Hosein (University of Surrey) and Namrata Rao (Liverpool Hope University).
For further details of this project, please see HEA Social Sciences blog post:
Considerations of vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems in adaptatio...NAP Events
3b. Expert meeting on vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems in adaptation planning and implementation
Participants will be taken through the identification and targeting of vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems at different scales, best available methods and data, best practices, in the context of adaptation and development planning and implementation. It will include introductory presentations on the topic and will engage participants in breakout group discussions.
Advancing sustainability in the mekong region role of assessment tools and st...CPWF Mekong
3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Presentation from Session 19: Advancing Sustainability in the Mekong Region: the role of Assessment Tools, Standards and Safeguards.
Integrating impact into your UKRI case for supportMark Reed
Webinar slides by Prof Mark Reed.
View the video at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvr-7zuEcX-8dEsIZsFoMyg.
View the full guide at: https://www.fasttrackimpact.com/post/how-to-integrate-impact-into-a-ukri-case-for-support.
This list of resources is one of the outputs of the HEA Social Sciences funded project 'The role of assessment in teaching research methods' led by Anesa Hosein (University of Surrey) and Namrata Rao (Liverpool Hope University).
For further details of this project, please see HEA Social Sciences blog post:
Considerations of vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems in adaptatio...NAP Events
3b. Expert meeting on vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems in adaptation planning and implementation
Participants will be taken through the identification and targeting of vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems at different scales, best available methods and data, best practices, in the context of adaptation and development planning and implementation. It will include introductory presentations on the topic and will engage participants in breakout group discussions.
Advancing sustainability in the mekong region role of assessment tools and st...CPWF Mekong
3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Presentation from Session 19: Advancing Sustainability in the Mekong Region: the role of Assessment Tools, Standards and Safeguards.
Integrating impact into your UKRI case for supportMark Reed
Webinar slides by Prof Mark Reed.
View the video at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvr-7zuEcX-8dEsIZsFoMyg.
View the full guide at: https://www.fasttrackimpact.com/post/how-to-integrate-impact-into-a-ukri-case-for-support.
Keep in mind that the Land & Water days will contribute to document good practices and positive experiences on land and water management. They will enable the identification of critical actions that may contribute to significant improvement in agriculture water management for food security in the Near East and North Africa. The LWDs will also provide a forum for the discussion on the Regional Collaborative Strategy on Agriculture Water Management, Land and Water Days in Near East & North Africa, 15-18 December 2013, Amman, Jordan
Research Report 3 is an extension of the remarks made in prior reports about the methods and techniques that underlie sustainable transport decisions are fully applicable for this report:
Three states of usage of methods and techniques in decision-making are pertinent to this sustainable transport project, and are illustrated by the following questions:
• Which methods and techniques are used?
• Which methods and techniques could be used?
• Which methods and techniques should be used?
The focus of the three research reports done for Transport Canada is on the methods and techniques that could be used in making decisions about identifying, adopting, and implementing sustainable transport practices. It is further intended that the survey results and the research reports contribute to the basis of a rational, substantive, and grounded discourse on the fundamental question, “Which methods and techniques should be used?”
Since the intent of the research reports is to present an indicative overview of methods and techniques that could be used in making decisions about sustainable transport practices, it is suggested that the 19 commentaries serve that purpose.
Further, it appears fair to say that the 19 commentaries not only provide an overview of considerable scope, they provide a sound basis for extending the commentary approach to other methods and techniques.
For municipal governments that want to compare the methods and techniques that are used by their organizations for sustainable transport decisions with those that could be used, the sampler of commentaries in Research Report 3 may contain materials of interest.
Similarly, citizens, advocacy groups, business groups, and senior levels of government may also want to better understand the state of decision making about sustainable transport in municipal governments.
The commentaries in Research Report 3 are among the elements that could be included in a performance measurement index, framework, or system that examines, and compares and contrasts how municipal governments make, and could make, decisions about identifying, adopting, and implementing sustainable transport practices.
Webinar series: Public engagement, education and outreach for carbon capture ...Global CCS Institute
The public engagement, education and outreach for CCS Webinar Series kicked off this September with a stellar opportunity to join three international public engagement experts, as they reflected on the key research findings and lessons learned from over 10 years of social research and project engagement experience.
World-renowned social researcher and IEAGHG Social Research Network Chair Peta Ashworth started the discussion by setting out her key lessons learned, and what future challenges and opportunities she perceives for public engagement with CCS.
An expert panel made up of Sarah Wade, Environmental Regulation and Policy Consultant and Coordinator of the Outreach Working Group for the US Department of Energy Regional Carbon Sequestration Partnership Initiative, and Norm Sacuta, Communication Manager at the Petroleum Technology Research Centre and Director of Communications for the IEAGHG Weyburn-Midale CO2 Monitoring and Storage Project, then discussed these conclusions and their own experiences of engaging the public, before opening the Webinar up to questions from the audience.
This entire Webinar Series has been designed to hear directly from the experts and project practitioners researching and delivering public engagement, education and outreach best practice for CCS.
This first Webinar combined elements of social research with real world application and discussion, showcasing important learnings, and concluding with links to further publications and resources for those wishing to learn more.
An individual written assignment of 2500 words.· Question Cri.docxdaniahendric
An individual written assignment of 2500 words.
· Question :
Critically review literature relating to negotiation and conflict resolution in culture of PAKISTAN and CHINA. Relate this literature to your own experience of leading and managing the team, and being led and managed by other team members.
To answer this essay question:
· Review the literature and appropriate models of negotiation and conflict resolution using appropriate articles relating to at least three cultures represented in your team
· Do this critically by seeing whether the various authors agree or disagree on the challenges and the way to solve them.
· Use appropriate cross cultural models to show the differences between the cultures
· Show what specific issues are relevant because of the cultural differences between the cultures.
· Relate this to your own experience of working in your multicultural teams. How well does you experience relate to what the models and theories suggest?
· DO NOT just offer a re-hash of the lecture PowerPoint – you are expected to look for relevant journal articles yourself, read them and the ones you have been given, and come to conclusions.
· Make sure you reference fully and properly
The assignment will be in essay format with full Harvard referencing, reviewing appropriate academic literature critically. The assignment will be uploaded by the student to Turnitin to check for originality. Use Turnitin to check that there are no issues related to plagiarism, collusion or poor referencing, and make any changes necessary and upload the result.
Marking Criteria( Very Important)
1-To critically evaluate and synthesis theories of cultural difference with reference to their impact -on international management
Highly extensive and outstanding levels of evidence of critical analysis and synthesis of cross cultural differences of the given nations; Presenting sophisticated insights and understanding of the theoretical models on cross cultural understandings and communications, and its impact on international management – its contexts, concepts, management styles and practical implications. The presentation exudes professionalism at an executive level with regards to timing, verbal delivery, supporting slides and other visual content.
2-To critically evaluate the applicability of management theory to specific cultural contexts.
The management theories are critically evaluated and synthesised of the existing body of knowledge and literature, related to topics chosen and case study contexts, and relevant national cultures with very good range of academic sources and other materials. Recommendations presented in the case contexts are outstanding, totally convincing and highly appropriate and professionally presented. The applications of the management theories in the given cultural context and group experience are evident and convincing. The presentation is delivered perfectly by all presenters.
3-To critically examine and select appropriate m ...
Lecture 3: Systems dynamics. Domenico Dentoni, University of ParmaGcazo14
Systems Dynamics: why it is useful for systems-thinking, what it is and how it relates to causal loop diagrams; how to gather information; how to map information in teams and how to assess it. Application to framing and understanding wicked problems in agri-food chains collectively.
3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Closing remarks for the forum by Dr Kim Geheb, Mekong Basin Leader, CGIAR Challenge Program on Water and Food
Keep in mind that the Land & Water days will contribute to document good practices and positive experiences on land and water management. They will enable the identification of critical actions that may contribute to significant improvement in agriculture water management for food security in the Near East and North Africa. The LWDs will also provide a forum for the discussion on the Regional Collaborative Strategy on Agriculture Water Management, Land and Water Days in Near East & North Africa, 15-18 December 2013, Amman, Jordan
Research Report 3 is an extension of the remarks made in prior reports about the methods and techniques that underlie sustainable transport decisions are fully applicable for this report:
Three states of usage of methods and techniques in decision-making are pertinent to this sustainable transport project, and are illustrated by the following questions:
• Which methods and techniques are used?
• Which methods and techniques could be used?
• Which methods and techniques should be used?
The focus of the three research reports done for Transport Canada is on the methods and techniques that could be used in making decisions about identifying, adopting, and implementing sustainable transport practices. It is further intended that the survey results and the research reports contribute to the basis of a rational, substantive, and grounded discourse on the fundamental question, “Which methods and techniques should be used?”
Since the intent of the research reports is to present an indicative overview of methods and techniques that could be used in making decisions about sustainable transport practices, it is suggested that the 19 commentaries serve that purpose.
Further, it appears fair to say that the 19 commentaries not only provide an overview of considerable scope, they provide a sound basis for extending the commentary approach to other methods and techniques.
For municipal governments that want to compare the methods and techniques that are used by their organizations for sustainable transport decisions with those that could be used, the sampler of commentaries in Research Report 3 may contain materials of interest.
Similarly, citizens, advocacy groups, business groups, and senior levels of government may also want to better understand the state of decision making about sustainable transport in municipal governments.
The commentaries in Research Report 3 are among the elements that could be included in a performance measurement index, framework, or system that examines, and compares and contrasts how municipal governments make, and could make, decisions about identifying, adopting, and implementing sustainable transport practices.
Webinar series: Public engagement, education and outreach for carbon capture ...Global CCS Institute
The public engagement, education and outreach for CCS Webinar Series kicked off this September with a stellar opportunity to join three international public engagement experts, as they reflected on the key research findings and lessons learned from over 10 years of social research and project engagement experience.
World-renowned social researcher and IEAGHG Social Research Network Chair Peta Ashworth started the discussion by setting out her key lessons learned, and what future challenges and opportunities she perceives for public engagement with CCS.
An expert panel made up of Sarah Wade, Environmental Regulation and Policy Consultant and Coordinator of the Outreach Working Group for the US Department of Energy Regional Carbon Sequestration Partnership Initiative, and Norm Sacuta, Communication Manager at the Petroleum Technology Research Centre and Director of Communications for the IEAGHG Weyburn-Midale CO2 Monitoring and Storage Project, then discussed these conclusions and their own experiences of engaging the public, before opening the Webinar up to questions from the audience.
This entire Webinar Series has been designed to hear directly from the experts and project practitioners researching and delivering public engagement, education and outreach best practice for CCS.
This first Webinar combined elements of social research with real world application and discussion, showcasing important learnings, and concluding with links to further publications and resources for those wishing to learn more.
An individual written assignment of 2500 words.· Question Cri.docxdaniahendric
An individual written assignment of 2500 words.
· Question :
Critically review literature relating to negotiation and conflict resolution in culture of PAKISTAN and CHINA. Relate this literature to your own experience of leading and managing the team, and being led and managed by other team members.
To answer this essay question:
· Review the literature and appropriate models of negotiation and conflict resolution using appropriate articles relating to at least three cultures represented in your team
· Do this critically by seeing whether the various authors agree or disagree on the challenges and the way to solve them.
· Use appropriate cross cultural models to show the differences between the cultures
· Show what specific issues are relevant because of the cultural differences between the cultures.
· Relate this to your own experience of working in your multicultural teams. How well does you experience relate to what the models and theories suggest?
· DO NOT just offer a re-hash of the lecture PowerPoint – you are expected to look for relevant journal articles yourself, read them and the ones you have been given, and come to conclusions.
· Make sure you reference fully and properly
The assignment will be in essay format with full Harvard referencing, reviewing appropriate academic literature critically. The assignment will be uploaded by the student to Turnitin to check for originality. Use Turnitin to check that there are no issues related to plagiarism, collusion or poor referencing, and make any changes necessary and upload the result.
Marking Criteria( Very Important)
1-To critically evaluate and synthesis theories of cultural difference with reference to their impact -on international management
Highly extensive and outstanding levels of evidence of critical analysis and synthesis of cross cultural differences of the given nations; Presenting sophisticated insights and understanding of the theoretical models on cross cultural understandings and communications, and its impact on international management – its contexts, concepts, management styles and practical implications. The presentation exudes professionalism at an executive level with regards to timing, verbal delivery, supporting slides and other visual content.
2-To critically evaluate the applicability of management theory to specific cultural contexts.
The management theories are critically evaluated and synthesised of the existing body of knowledge and literature, related to topics chosen and case study contexts, and relevant national cultures with very good range of academic sources and other materials. Recommendations presented in the case contexts are outstanding, totally convincing and highly appropriate and professionally presented. The applications of the management theories in the given cultural context and group experience are evident and convincing. The presentation is delivered perfectly by all presenters.
3-To critically examine and select appropriate m ...
Lecture 3: Systems dynamics. Domenico Dentoni, University of ParmaGcazo14
Systems Dynamics: why it is useful for systems-thinking, what it is and how it relates to causal loop diagrams; how to gather information; how to map information in teams and how to assess it. Application to framing and understanding wicked problems in agri-food chains collectively.
3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Closing remarks for the forum by Dr Kim Geheb, Mekong Basin Leader, CGIAR Challenge Program on Water and Food
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3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Presentation from Session 19: Advancing Sustainability in the Mekong Region: the role of Assessment Tools, Standards and Safeguards.
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3rd Mekong Forum on Water, Food & Energy. Presentation from Session 19: Advancing Sustainability in the Mekong Region: the role of Assessment Tools, Standards and Safeguards.
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Draft agenda session 19 for panelists
1. Advancing Sustainability in the Mekong Region: Role of assessment tools and standards
Session 19: 13:30-15:30
21 November 2013, Hanoi, Vietnam
Discussions surrounding the Hydropower Sustainability
Assessment Protocol (HSAP) and the MRC’s Rapid
Sustainability Assessment (RSAT) Tool have advanced.
What have been the Mekong’s experiences with these
tools, and how do they contribute to sustainability.
13:30-13:50
How do the methods and approaches employed in these
assessment tools along with internationally accepted
environmental and social standards contribute to
advancing the sustainability of the hydropower sector in
the Mekong region? This session will discuss how
sustainability is addressed/considered by different
stakeholder groups; provide examples of practical
applications or efforts to use the tools and standards;
and explore options for advancing sustainability.
Introduction
LilaoBouapao will welcome participants to the session and introduce Kate, Rodolfo and Donna
Catalytic Presentation 1: Kate Lazarus, IFC will present on “Advancing sustainability in the hydropower sector in the Mekong” and introduce the background/purpose of the session (10 min)
Catalytic Presentation 2: Rodolfo Azanza, SN POWER will present on “Efforts to employ sustainability in hydropower development” (10 min)
Catalytic Presentation 3: Donna Brown, Consultant,will present on “Efforts to apply the Rapid Sustainability Assessment Tool in the Mekong tributary sub-basins under the MRC ISH program
(10 min)
13:50-14:45
Panel Discussion
Format. Each panellist will share their experiences in using sustainability tools and standards and the challenges and opportunities for the Mekong region
VoradethPhonekeo, Mekong River Commission
Rodolfo Azanza, SN Power
Lu Xing, Yunnan University
Michael Simon, Oxfam Australia
Franz Gerner, World Bank
RuediLuthi, Nam Theun 2 Power Company, TBC
Kate Lazarus and Donna Brown will facilitate the panel discussion.
The panel discussion will involve a dialogue together with the audience. We will not go in an organised order of sharing but jump between panellists and ask you to share your views
and answer questions. You have all been selected because you are either using HSAP or RSAT or Standards or have come up with your own models/approaches to address sustainability.
The fundamental focus includes the central question of how can these tools/methods/approaches contribute to advancing sustainability? Do they ? Or should we be considering other
approaches?
Indicative questions/areas for discussion will include:
Introduction of panellists – 1 min each (your name, your organisation and responsibility)
Initial reflections on points made by presentations from your own line of experience and work.
What tools/approaches are panellists using ?
E.g Franz Gerner to share about piloting of HSAP with EVN in Vietnam
E.g Michael Simon to share reflections on gender EIA tool
E.gVoradeth to share about use of RSAT in Mekong basin
E.g Xing to share about the Chinese experiences in piloting HSAP and other approaches to fit the Chinese context
E.gRuedi to share about what standards NTPC is using
E.g Rodolfo to expand on points from presentation
We have only 55 min for the panel so appreciate brief and concise remarks.
Following the Panel discussion, participants will be asked to break out into 3 groups with the topics facilitators going to 3 corners of the room. Participants can roam
between the topics and engage in the discussion.
2. 14:45-15:15
Bus Stop Discussion
Format. Three (3) bus stop stations will be set-up for in-depth discussion on key topics followed by quick report back to plenary. Participants can move among the stations.
Topic 1:
Topic 2:
Topic 3:
Defining sustainability and its meaning in the Mekong region Considering risk management
Challenges to adopting a sustainable approach to
This group will consider the following questions: How is
This group will consider the following questions: How can we
hydropower development in the Mekong region.
hydropower sustainability defined? Are their examples of how manage risks of hydropower development in a sustainable
This group will consider the following questions: What are
sustainability has been addressed or assessed (e.g. methods
manner? What are the various values (e.g.
the barriers to ensuring hydropower development in the
and approaches) by your organisation? How can sustainability business/economic) to applying sustainability tools to
Mekong is sustainable? How can we overcome these
assessments be improved?
managing risks in the long-term?
barriers? Do the sustainability assessment tools and
approaches (e.g. standards) make a contribution and what
Facilitator: LilaoBouapao, M-POWER
Facilitator: Donna Brown, Consultant
are challenges to their application?
Facilitator: Lu Xing, Yunnan University
LilaoBouapao will convene the group back into plenary and ask the bus stop facilitators to share 3-5 key messages from the discussion and then close the session.
15:15-15:30
Report back of key messages from discussions, Facilitator: Lilao Bouapao, M-POWER with Bus Station facilitators
Closing Remarks