In 2010, the OECD presented the Environmental performance review of Ireland. This review included 38 recommendations intended to contribute to further environmental progress in Ireland, to address issues such as water, air, biodiversity and international environmental co-operation.
Five years later, in March 2014, Ireland presented a mid-term review to the OECD Working party on Environmental performance. This mid-term review, a voluntary contribution, provides a timely opportunity to take stock of the progress made and the remaining challenges. Ireland's actions have included :
the reform of the waste sector,
the reform of the water sector,
the planned introduction of domestic water charge,
the introduction of a carbon tax,
substantial reform of the local government system.
A report released by the White House that outlines a plan to use the heavy hand of the federal government to restrict freedom of the American people in an unwise attempt to control methane emissions--that come mostly from cows and termites. So the answer, of course, is to screw the oil and gas industry.
The Environmental Protection Agency, Ireland (EPA) as part of the National Dialogue on Climate Action hosted Dr Artur Runge-Metzger of the EU Commission who gave a talk on 'The European Green Deal – Towards a climate-neutral EU by 2050'.
You can watch the full talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqKMcggIMFU
The EPA's Climate Change lecture series has been running since late 2007, bringing a range of Irish and international speakers to the Round Room in The Mansion House, Dublin to update Irish audiences on the science of climate change, and our possible responses to it.
This presentation gives an overview of the experiences of Uganda in climate change adaptation planning. This was presented by the Ugandan Government delegation in April 2014 at the NAP-GSP Africa Regional Training Workshop (Anglophone) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This event gathered Government representatives from Ministries of Environment, Planning and Finance from 15 least developed African countries to consider the NAP process, which aims to address the medium to long–term climate change adaptation challenges for Africa.
More information: http://www.undp-alm.org/nap-regional-training-workshops-african-ldcs
A report released by the White House that outlines a plan to use the heavy hand of the federal government to restrict freedom of the American people in an unwise attempt to control methane emissions--that come mostly from cows and termites. So the answer, of course, is to screw the oil and gas industry.
The Environmental Protection Agency, Ireland (EPA) as part of the National Dialogue on Climate Action hosted Dr Artur Runge-Metzger of the EU Commission who gave a talk on 'The European Green Deal – Towards a climate-neutral EU by 2050'.
You can watch the full talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqKMcggIMFU
The EPA's Climate Change lecture series has been running since late 2007, bringing a range of Irish and international speakers to the Round Room in The Mansion House, Dublin to update Irish audiences on the science of climate change, and our possible responses to it.
This presentation gives an overview of the experiences of Uganda in climate change adaptation planning. This was presented by the Ugandan Government delegation in April 2014 at the NAP-GSP Africa Regional Training Workshop (Anglophone) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This event gathered Government representatives from Ministries of Environment, Planning and Finance from 15 least developed African countries to consider the NAP process, which aims to address the medium to long–term climate change adaptation challenges for Africa.
More information: http://www.undp-alm.org/nap-regional-training-workshops-african-ldcs
This presentation looks at the challenge facing Irish farming both to grow output and limit greenhouse gas emissions from its largely livestock-based agriculture. It argues that putting a price on carbon emissions from agriculture would help to level the playing field with other land-based activities which can sequester carbon.
The following analysis looks at the problem areas identified in the latest State of the Environment Report and assesses how well the Green Deal’s policy proposals address the targets and objectives deemed unlikely to be met by 2020.
Presentation of Dr Mairi J Black
for the "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle"
Apresentação de Dr Mairi J Black realizada no "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle "
Date / Data : Novr 11th - 12th 2009/
11 e 12 de novembro de 2009
Place / Local: CTBE, Campinas, Brazil
Event Website / Website do evento: http://www.bioetanol.org.br/workshop5
EHUko irakasle talde batek (G. Bueno, I. Latasa, P.J. Lozano) hondakinak kudeatzeko Gipuzkoan eztabaidan dauden bi ereduen artean, ingurumen eraginari buruz egindako ikerketa jasotzen duen txostena
Hera Group approves results to 31/12/2012Hera Group
Group achieves continued growth despite the difficult economic environment. Revenues just under €4.5 billion (+9.4%), with EBITDA at €662 million (+2.7%). Dividend confirmed at 9 cents per share.
This presentation looks at the challenge facing Irish farming both to grow output and limit greenhouse gas emissions from its largely livestock-based agriculture. It argues that putting a price on carbon emissions from agriculture would help to level the playing field with other land-based activities which can sequester carbon.
The following analysis looks at the problem areas identified in the latest State of the Environment Report and assesses how well the Green Deal’s policy proposals address the targets and objectives deemed unlikely to be met by 2020.
Presentation of Dr Mairi J Black
for the "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle"
Apresentação de Dr Mairi J Black realizada no "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle "
Date / Data : Novr 11th - 12th 2009/
11 e 12 de novembro de 2009
Place / Local: CTBE, Campinas, Brazil
Event Website / Website do evento: http://www.bioetanol.org.br/workshop5
EHUko irakasle talde batek (G. Bueno, I. Latasa, P.J. Lozano) hondakinak kudeatzeko Gipuzkoan eztabaidan dauden bi ereduen artean, ingurumen eraginari buruz egindako ikerketa jasotzen duen txostena
Hera Group approves results to 31/12/2012Hera Group
Group achieves continued growth despite the difficult economic environment. Revenues just under €4.5 billion (+9.4%), with EBITDA at €662 million (+2.7%). Dividend confirmed at 9 cents per share.
The 2014 Filing Season Technical Tax Update is a presentation by Jon Karp, Whitley Penn Tax Partner. Karp has more than 20 years of tax, advisory, and financial services and public accounting experience focused on C-corporations, S-corporations, partnerships and high net-worth individuals. This presentation covers a review of new tax rates, surtax on net investment income and new forms, PEP and PEASE limitations and other tax changes.
Green budgeting - Andrew Blazey, OECD Secretariat,OECD Governance
This presentation was made by Andrew Blazey, OECD Secretariat, at the 14th OECD-Asian Senior Budget Officials Meeting held in Bangkok, Thailand, on 13-14 December 2018
Scottish Urban Air Quality Steering Group - Modelling & Monitoring Workshop -...STEP_scotland
Scottish Urban Air Quality Steering Group Modeling and Monitoring Workshop - Andrew Taylor Presentation - Air Quality in Scotland: The Current Situation
Overview of public expenditure for climate change in Viet NamUNDP Climate
High-level inter-ministerial workshop held in Hanoi June 6-7, 2017 hosted by the Ministry of Agricultural Development (MARD) of Viet Nam and supported under the Integrating Agriculture in National Adaptation Plans (NAP-Ag) Programme. The meeting was attended by over 75 national and provincial level government officials, including MONRE, MARD, MPI and the Ministry of Finance (MOF), UN and development partners, private sector representatives including insurance companies, as well as non-governmental organisations.
Governance and coordination- Country Experience (Mongolia)NAP Events
Presentation by: Dolgorsuren Azzaya
3.3 Governance and coordination
The session will discuss how countries can maintain national leadership and coordination of adaptation efforts at all levels and to act as the main interface with regional and international mechanisms. It will introduce key considerations for the creation and/or enhancement of mandate for the process to formulate and implement NAPs at the national level, and further look at the experiences from countries.
Cian Ó Lionáin, Department of Environment, Community and Local Government presents on the new regulations, timetable, key challenges and issues ahead for Water Framework Directive Implementation in Ireland.
On September 23, world leaders will convene in New York for the 2019 UN Climate Action Summit. In line with the goals of the Paris Agreement and the IPCC special report on the impacts of a global warming of 1.5 °C, one of the key objectives of the summit is to secure political will leading to ambitious 2020 commitments, as well as long-term strategies with concrete steps and interim targets towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050. Learn more: https://www.wri.org/events/2019/08/webinar-long-term-climate-strategies-and-un-climate
Net Zero Governance - The case of KoreaESD UNU-IAS
"Net Zero Governance - The case of Korea", presented by Dr. Hanna Kang (Green Technology Center Korea) at the 2022 ProSPER.Net Leadership Programme, 6 December, 2022.
Final website sustainability live, dr catherine wilson, may 2011presentenvi
Description Environmental Intelligence Consulting Presentation Slides from Sustainability Live (25 May 2011; Birmingham, UK) - major forthcoming EU and UK environmental law and policy developments
European Climate Change Adaptation Conference 2013 Session
Climate Change Adaptation in Mountain Areas by Gabriel Borràs, Catalan Office for Climate Change
Hamburg, March 18th
Similar to OECD EPR of Ireland Mid-term progress report (20)
OECD Green Talks LIVE | Diving deeper: the evolving landscape for assessing w...OECD Environment
Water is critical for meeting commitments of the Paris Agreement and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Our economies rely on water, with recent estimates putting the economic value of water and freshwater ecosystems at USD 58 trillion - equivalent to 60% of global GDP. At the same time, water related risks are increasing in frequency and scale in the context of climate change.
How are investments shaping our economies and societies exposure to water risk? What role can the financial system play in supporting water security? And how can increased understanding of how finance both impacts and depends on water resources spur action towards greater water security?
This OECD Green Talks LIVE on Tuesday 14 May 2024 from 15:00 to 16:00 CEST discussed the evolving landscape for assessing water risks to the financial system.
OECD Policy Analyst Lylah Davies presented key findings and recommendations from recent OECD work on assessing the financial materiality of water-related risks, including the recently published paper “Watered down? Investigating the financial materiality of water-related risks” and was joined by experts to discuss relevant initiatives underway.
Detlef Van Vuuren- Integrated modelling for interrelated crises.pdfOECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Thomas Hertel- Integrated Policies for the Triple Planetary Crisis.pdfOECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Jon Sampedro - Assessing synergies and trade offs for health and sustainable ...OECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Astrid Bos - Identifying trade offs & searching for synergies.pdfOECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Ruth Delzeit - Modelling environmental and socio-economic impacts of cropland...OECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Wilfried Winiwarter - Implementing nitrogen pollution control pathways in the...OECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Laurent Drouet - Physical and Economic Risks of Climate Change.pdfOECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
HyeJin Kim and Simon Smart - The biodiversity nexus across multiple drivers: ...OECD Environment
This OECD technical workshop will bring together leading experts on economic, biophysical, and integrated assessment modelling of the interactions between climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The workshop will take stock of ongoing modelling efforts to develop quantitative pathways to study the drivers and impacts of the triple planetary crisis, and the policies to address it. The aim is to identify robust modelling approaches to inform the work for the upcoming OECD Environmental Outlook.
Case Study: Peptides-based Plant Protection Product (harpin proteins*) by Ros...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
CLE Contribution on the Assessment of Innovative Biochemicals in the EU Statu...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
Additional Considerations for Pesticide Formulations Containing Microbial Pes...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
Role of genome sequencing (WGS) in microbial biopesticides safety assessment ...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
Considerations for Problem Formulation for Human Health Safety Assessments of...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
How to Identify and Quantify Mixtures What is Essential to Know for Risk Asse...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
APVMA outcome-focussed approach to data requirements to support registration ...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
The U.S. Perspective on Problem Formulation for Biopesticides: Shannon BORGESOECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
Problem formulation for environmental risk assessment – Finnish case study: ...OECD Environment
The seminar on Problem Formulation for the Risk Assessment of Biopesticides stemmed from a previous CRP-sponsored event on Innovating Microbial Pesticide Testing that identified the need for an overarching guidance document to determine when in vivo tests are necessary. Problem Formulation, a common practice in pesticide risk assessment, was highlighted as a useful approach for addressing uncertainties in data requirements for biopesticides.
The seminar featured presentations from various perspectives, including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia. Topics included the history and principles of Problem Formulation, industry perspectives on Problem Formulation and how it is applied internally for microbial pesticides, regulatory approaches, and specific case studies. The seminar provided an overview of the challenges, considerations, and potential solutions in harmonising Problem Formulation for biopesticide risk assessment. It emphasised the need for collaboration and discussion to develop Problem Formulation guidance for biopesticides.
"Understanding the Carbon Cycle: Processes, Human Impacts, and Strategies for...MMariSelvam4
The carbon cycle is a critical component of Earth's environmental system, governing the movement and transformation of carbon through various reservoirs, including the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and living organisms. This complex cycle involves several key processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and carbon sequestration, each contributing to the regulation of carbon levels on the planet.
Human activities, particularly fossil fuel combustion and deforestation, have significantly altered the natural carbon cycle, leading to increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations and driving climate change. Understanding the intricacies of the carbon cycle is essential for assessing the impacts of these changes and developing effective mitigation strategies.
By studying the carbon cycle, scientists can identify carbon sources and sinks, measure carbon fluxes, and predict future trends. This knowledge is crucial for crafting policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions, enhancing carbon storage, and promoting sustainable practices. The carbon cycle's interplay with climate systems, ecosystems, and human activities underscores its importance in maintaining a stable and healthy planet.
In-depth exploration of the carbon cycle reveals the delicate balance required to sustain life and the urgent need to address anthropogenic influences. Through research, education, and policy, we can work towards restoring equilibrium in the carbon cycle and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
Artificial Reefs by Kuddle Life Foundation - May 2024punit537210
Situated in Pondicherry, India, Kuddle Life Foundation is a charitable, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the living standards of coastal communities and simultaneously placing a strong emphasis on the protection of marine ecosystems.
One of the key areas we work in is Artificial Reefs. This presentation captures our journey so far and our learnings. We hope you get as excited about marine conservation and artificial reefs as we are.
Please visit our website: https://kuddlelife.org
Our Instagram channel:
@kuddlelifefoundation
Our Linkedin Page:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/kuddlelifefoundation/
and write to us if you have any questions:
info@kuddlelife.org
Epcon is One of the World's leading Manufacturing Companies.EpconLP
Epcon is One of the World's leading Manufacturing Companies. With over 4000 installations worldwide, EPCON has been pioneering new techniques since 1977 that have become industry standards now. Founded in 1977, Epcon has grown from a one-man operation to a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative air pollution control technology and industrial heating equipment.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT GREEN WASHING IS!.pdfJulietMogola
Many companies today use green washing to lure the public into thinking they are conserving the environment but in real sense they are doing more harm. There have been such several cases from very big companies here in Kenya and also globally. This ranges from various sectors from manufacturing and goes to consumer products. Educating people on greenwashing will enable people to make better choices based on their analysis and not on what they see on marketing sites.
Climate Change All over the World .pptxsairaanwer024
Climate change refers to significant and lasting changes in the average weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It encompasses both global warming driven by human emissions of greenhouse gases and the resulting large-scale shifts in weather patterns. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly since the Industrial Revolution, have accelerated its pace and intensity
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
Willie Nelson Net Worth: A Journey Through Music, Movies, and Business Venturesgreendigital
Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
Nelson's initial foray into the music industry was fraught with challenges. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue his dreams, but success did not come . Working as a songwriter, Nelson penned hits for other artists. which helped him gain a foothold in the competitive music scene. His songwriting skills contributed to his early earnings. laying the foundation for his net worth.
Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
The 1970s marked a turning point in Willie Nelson's career. His albums "Shotgun Willie" (1973), "Red Headed Stranger" (1975). and "Stardust" (1978) received critical acclaim and commercial success. These albums not only solidified his position in the country music genre. but also introduced his music to a broader audience. The success of these albums played a crucial role in boosting Willie Nelson net worth.
Iconic Songs
Willie Nelson net worth is also attributed to his extensive catalog of hit songs. Tracks like "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," "On the Road Again," and "Always on My Mind" have become timeless classics. These songs have not only earned Nelson large royalties but have also ensured his continued relevance in the music industry.
Acting and Film Career
Hollywood Ventures
In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
Television Appearances
Nelson's char
Characterization and the Kinetics of drying at the drying oven and with micro...Open Access Research Paper
The objective of this work is to contribute to valorization de Nephelium lappaceum by the characterization of kinetics of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum. The seeds were dehydrated until a constant mass respectively in a drying oven and a microwawe oven. The temperatures and the powers of drying are respectively: 50, 60 and 70°C and 140, 280 and 420 W. The results show that the curves of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum do not present a phase of constant kinetics. The coefficients of diffusion vary between 2.09.10-8 to 2.98. 10-8m-2/s in the interval of 50°C at 70°C and between 4.83×10-07 at 9.04×10-07 m-8/s for the powers going of 140 W with 420 W the relation between Arrhenius and a value of energy of activation of 16.49 kJ. mol-1 expressed the effect of the temperature on effective diffusivity.
Alert-driven Community-based Forest monitoring: A case of the Peruvian Amazon
OECD EPR of Ireland Mid-term progress report
1. OECD Environmental
Performance Review of Ireland
Mid-Term Progress Report
Dave Walsh, Director General,
Irish Department of the Environment, Community and
Local Government
28 March 2014
2. Introduction – Part 1
o Environmental Performance Review of Ireland - completed in 2009
and published in 2010
o EPR objective –
identify good practices and make recommendations to improve a country’s
environmental policies and programmes.
MTR provide an opportunity for Ireland to assess its progress and the extent
to which we have met both our domestic objectives and honoured our
international commitments.
o 38 recommendations made with intention of furthering
environmental progress in Ireland.
3. Introduction – Part 2
o Usefulness of Mid-Term Review – evaluating progress made, identifying
the challenges which remain, re-orienting approach/tactics.
o Helpful to have OECD “weight” behind action and assessment – broadening
perspective beyond purely environmental considerations.
o Significant progress made across a range of environmental policy areas
since 2009 – water, waste, climate, local governance, planning, green
economy
o But … significant challenges to maintain focus on environmental issues
during economic downturn – adapting to harness opportunities to embed
sustainable development into new economic model/imperative.
4. Summary of 38 Recommendations
1. Environmental Management
Strengthening Implementation of Environmental Policies (Recs 1-5)
Air Quality/Climate Policy (Recs 6-10)
Water Policy (Recs 11-15)
Waste Policy (Recs 16-20)
Nature Management (Recs 21-25)
2. Towards Sustainable Development
Integrating Environmental Concerns into Economic Decisions (Recs 26-29)
Integration of Environmental and Social Decisions (Recs 30-33)
3. International Commitments and Co-operation (Recs 34 – 38)
To date, approx. 24 recommendations have either been implemented or are near
finalisation.
o Remaining recommendations currently being acted upon and at various stages of progress.
5. Economic Context since 2008/9
Headline Stats:
o April 2008: Employment: 2,147,000 Unemployed: 131,000
o April 2012: 1,836,000 323,000
o April 2013: 1,870,000 301,000
(but … emigration not fully captured here)
GDP (GNI):
2008: €180bn (€156bn)
2012: €164bn (€134bn)
General Govt debt (as % of GDP) 2012 Govt Revenue EUR 42bn
o 2007: 25% of GDP Govt spend EUR 57bn
o 2012: 118% of GDP GG deficit 7.6 percent of GDP
6. Economic Recovery Strategy
o Irish Government’s Strategy for Growth - committed to cutting Ireland’s deficit to
3% of GDP by 2015 and to eliminating it by 2018.
o The Medium-Term Economic Strategy sets objective of reducing unemployment to
below Eurozone average this year and to below 10% by 2016.
o Unemployment has fallen to 11.9%, from a peak of 15.1% - a positive trend which will
hopefully continue.
o Development of green economy will continue to be driven in such areas as
renewable energy, agri-food, tourism, bioenergy, as well as research, innovation
and technology.
o Data shows seasonally adjusted exports increased in January 2014 by €426m or
6% when compared with January 2013. This follows on from an 18% rise in the
seasonally adjusted value of exports in December 2013, compared to 12 months
previously.
7. Air Quality & Climate Policy – Part 1
o 44% reduction in NOx emissions by 2012, compared with 1990 baseline
level - most of this decrease (32.9kt, or 32%) achieved since 2008.
o But … trends moving upwards – increase from powergen NOx, reflecting low
coal/carbon prices
o Following decline in transport emissions, pressure again with economic upturn.
o Reliance on technological advances and improvements to meet targets.
o Environmental retro-fit at Moneypoint Powergen plant completed in 2008.
o SO2 down from 29Mt in 2005 to 8,000Mt in 2012
o NOx down from 21Mt (2005) to 6Mt in 2012
o Looking ahead to 2030 – new EU Clean Air package measures/targets.
8. o Ireland’s National Implementation Plan (NIP) under Stockholm
Convention on POPs finalised by EPA, following comprehensive public
consultation and submitted to Convention Secretariat in November 2012.
o Ireland on track to ratify the Heavy Metals Protocol and the POPs
Protocol, together with the Multi-Effect (or ‘Gothenburg’) Protocol,
before end 2014.
o Measures being put in place to implement 2009 Sustainable Travel and
Transport Action Plan, as well as measures to better link land use and
transport planning with a view to controlling urban sprawl.
o e.g. Active Travel Towns, Smarter Travel Areas, National Cycle Network,
public transport improvements, education and behavioural change,
o Links to National Spatial Strategy, Regional Plans, local plan core strategies.
Air Quality & Climate Policy – Part 2
11. Air Quality & Climate Policy – Part 3
o Carbon Tax introduced in 2010 (covered in 2013 Env Working Paper No. 59)
• carbon tax at €15 per tonne on CO2 emissions introduced in 2010 for liquid
transport fuels
• subsequently extended to liquid fuels for space / water heating, and increased
to €20 tonne
• tax of €10 tonne was introduced for solid fuels in 2013; the full rate (€20) will
apply to all fuels from 1st May 2014
• Revenue in 2013 was €388m
Objective – integrating climate change into annual fiscal budgetary process and
changing business/household behaviour to reduce GHG emissions
Challenge – adding to tax burden in tough economic times, and identifying
appropriate uses for environmental taxes, e.g. supporting green initiatives,
research, climate finance etc.
12. Air Quality & Climate Policy – Part 4
o National Climate Change Adaptation Framework (NCCAF) - published
December 2012
Whole-of-Government approach – over-arching framework to ensure
adaptation measures are taken across different sectors and levels of
government to manage/reduce vulnerability to negative impacts
Governance – development and implementation of sectoral and local
adaptation plans which will form the basis of a comprehensive national
response to the impacts of climate change
Sectoral Adaptation Plans to be adopted by relevant Ministries or Agencies
Spatial Planning Process – means through which to implement and integrate
climate change objectives, including adaptation, at local level
o National Roadmapping process for mitigation (and over-arching climate legislation)
13. Water – Part 1
o Further consolidation of water-related legislation into coherent
framework
• Fundamental reform of water service sector
• EU-ECB-IMF “Troika” commitments
• Establishment of a National Water Services Authority - ‘Irish Water’
• Water Legislation consolidation – introduction of primary and secondary
legislation
o Consider establishing dedicated river basin agencies to implement WFD
• Increased efficiencies and infrastructure – ‘Irish Water’
• A new 3-tiered governance arrangement for river basin management and
implementation of WFD agreed in principle between Dept., EPA and LA CCMA
• Focus now on structure and resources of the local authority system
14. Water – Part 2
o Introduction of water pricing for households
• MoU with EU-ECB-IMF and Prog for Government (2011)
• Irish Water assumed responsibility for water service provision from 1 January
2014
• Domestic water charging to commence from 1 October 2014, with issue of first
bills to domestic customers from January 2015.
• Independent Economic Regulator (CER) for the water sector:
Statutory responsibility for protecting the interests of customers
Number of public consultations planned – April 2014 – focus on pricing
CER will be responsible for approving Water Charges Plan
• Job creation – roll-out of meters installation and new industry opportunities
15. Water – Part 3
o Measures to achieve “good” quality status for Irish waters by 2015
• The Drinking Water Safety Plan approach adopted by EPA:
Actively promoting adoption of these plans among water services authorities
Finalisation of plans for 8 largest public water supplies in Ireland (supplying approx.
50% of population) with further preparation of plans for 61 other public supplies
Online Drinking Water Safety Plan Tool launched (training planned for March 2014)
Risk assessment of hazards in the catchment, likelihood and severity of the impact on
drinking water quality
• Work of Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI):
Completed Groundwater Protection Schemes (GPS) for all counties in Ireland in
November 2013 – important decision support tool for planning authorities
Working with National Fed of Group Water Schemes on Zones of Contribution (ZOCs)
• Good Agriculture Practices (GAP) Regulations 2010 – including provisions of
setback distance from drinking water supplies for spreading of organic and
chemical fertilisers.
16. Water – Part 4
o Further integrate Water Quality and FRM considerations into spatial
planning and development
• Publication of statutory Guidelines for Planning Authorities on the Planning
System and Flood Risk Management - November 2009. These:
• provide a comprehensive approach to integration of flood risk into
planning policy and take account of environmental considerations
including adaptation to climate change, biodiversity, EU Directives on
Flooding and the Water Framework Directive, and protection of
investment
• ensure a more consistent, rigorous and systematic approach to flood risk
assessment and management in the planning system.
• Planning authorities required to “have regard to” the Guidelines in carrying
out their functions
17. Waste Management – Part 1
o National Waste Prevention Programme (NWPP), regional plans
Major review as part of overall policy reform of sector – focus on resource
efficiency and sustainable production and consumption (7th EAP)
Public consultation on new NWPP – finalised policy doc by Summer 2014
3 new Regional Waste Management Planning regions, under lead authorities
o National Co-ordination Committee (Lead LAs, EPA, Dept, NTFSO, NWCPO)
o Collaboration on SEA/AA of three plans – finalised plans expected by end 2014.
o Extend PRI to wider range of end-of-life products
Major review of PRI schemes begun in mid-2012 – covering WEEE, batteries,
packaging, waste tyres, end-of-life vehicles, and farm plastics (and governance)
Consultations with industry, stakeholders to address current challenges, and
future opportunities
Work to be finalised with new agreements/regulations by mid-2014.
18. Waste Management – Part 2
o Extension of waste collection programmes
• New comprehensive National Waste Management Policy, ‘A Resource
Opportunity: Waste Management Policy in Ireland’ - published July 2012
Focus on resource efficiency as a critical element in a holistic waste policy
Contribute to economic recovery, job creation and sustainability
More effective and efficient waste management planning
• National consultation on regulation of household waste collection – Nov 13
• Evaluating responses, seminars with waste industry etc.
• Household Food Waste and Bio-waste Regulations 2013 (building on 2009
Commercial Waste Regs)
Designed to promote segregation and recovery of food waste
Requires collectors to provide separate collection service for food waste
Roll-out on phased basis – agglomerations with 500+ pop by July 2016.
19. Waste Management – Part 3
o Strengthening of licensing standards and monitoring
• Linked to review of household waste consultation process
• Regulations will reinforce need to meet higher standards of service etc.
Collectors to demonstrate annually that they are “fit and proper” to carry out work
Considering on-the-spot fixed penalty notices (with risk of losing licence)
• Reduction to 3 Regional Waste Plan Areas (from 10) will help governance
One LA now designated as National Waste Collections Permit Office (NWCPO)
o Acceleration of market development programmes
o Actions proposed under “A Resource Opportunity” to become a recycling society, and
maximising resources recovered from waste
o Consultation paper exploring how to support dev of recycling/recovery infrastructure
o Business support by EPA – direct grants, Green Business programme (in its 5th year).
20. Local Government Reform
o Action Programme for Effective Local Government, ‘Putting People First’,
published in October 2012.
o The Action Programme sets out a wide range of actions to deliver reform across the key
areas of local government to address weaknesses, enhance effectiveness and
accountability and improve performance across the entire system
o Radical structural reforms necessary– structures, functions, financing, governance
o Local Government Reform Act 2014:
Delivering a much more streamlined system
New governance arrangements - greater devolution
Modernising structures – rationalising, functions
Delivering improved outcomes “on the ground” for citizens – participation!
21. Planning & Development Reform
o Major challenges with planning system –
o housing bubble, construction industry collapse, banking crisis – loan defaults
and no finance for new-build, over-zoning, infrastructure prioritisation.
o But … some positives from policy perspective
o Comprehensive review of planning legislation – integration of env factors.
o Mid-term “refresh” of National Spatial Strategy (2010) to reflect new
economic realities
o Planning and Development (Amendment Act) 2010 - introduction of “Core
Strategy” System
Strategic/ phased evidence-based approach to zoning at local level
Facilitate infrastructure provision and prioritisation
Demonstrate policy consistency within each region
o A chance to re-focus on sustainable patterns and manage future growth better
22. Nature Management
o Accelerate preparation of Natura 2000 sites management plans
o By Jan 2014, site-specific conservation plans prepared for 69 sites – work ongoing on
rest
o Draft National Raised Bog SAC Management Plan published Feb 2014 –
part of draft National Peatlands Strategy (out for consultation)
o Cross-Govt approach linking env compliance, climate change, biodiversity, forestry
management, flood control, agriculture, planning (wind farms) etc.
o Legislative requirement for City/County Dev and Local Area Plans to
protect biodiversity outside of designated, protected areas
o Integration of env considerations into development planning decisions.
o Scope to consider green infrastructure – linking green corridors, open spaces, heritage
preservation etc.
o Biodiversity priorities within Agriculture/Rural Dev Programme.
o New updated regulations implementing SEA and EIA.
23. Sustainable Development
o National Sustainable Development Strategy renewed - publication of
‘Our Sustainable Future: a Framework for Sustainable Development in
Ireland’ in June 2012
o Provides a roadmap to facilitate the accelerated integration of sustainability
across all policy areas
o Facilitates medium to long-term policy prioritisation in a ‘joined-up’ approach
that is also in line with the public sector reform programme
o Inter—Agency High-level Implementation Group – chaired by Minister –
tracking progress/delivery of each of 70 measures + annual reporting to Govt.
o Contributes towards an effective transition to an innovative, low carbon and
resource efficient economy and to advance the move to a ‘Green Economy’
agenda
24. Green Economy – Part 1
o Green Economy presents a major economic opportunity for sustainable
employment creation in Ireland – Government priority.
o recognised by Prime Minister at recent visit to OECD.
o Ireland has significant strengths and advantages in major international
sectors such as renewable energy, smart grids, sustainable food, tourism,
and energy-efficient products and services
o Ireland recognises the key role that the Green Economy can play in
fulfilling Medium Term Economic Strategy ambitions across all Govt
Departments and Agencies, through facilitating economic recovery,
improving competitiveness and future-proofing employment prospects.
25. Green Economy – Part 2
National initiatives/progress
o ‘Delivering our Green Potential’ policy statement (Nov 2012), sets out
Govt policy on Growth and Employment in Green Economy in Ireland
o Important that it’s Ministry of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation driving green
agenda – broadening championing role beyond Environment Ministry
o Shares the aim of OECD’s Green Growth Strategy in attempting to embed the
'green growth’ agenda across relevant policy areas
o Progress Report on Growth and Employment in the Green Economy published
in December 2013
o Other “green” initiatives:
o Origin Green – sustainable agriculture practices and food preparation
o Moving towards carbon-efficient agriculture sector – food security, reduce
carbon leakage
o Renewables
26. Public Participation
o Ratification of Aarhus Convention - June 2012
o Now also able to participate in ACCC
o Improved access to environmental information
o Introduction of new statutory Guidelines on the preparation of LA Local
Area Plans
o Ministry continuing to ensure NGOs and relevant public organisations are
included in development and implementation of national and local
development policies, programmes and projects
o Extensive engagement and consultation with NGOs and the wider public
o Environmental Law Implementation Bureau
o Consultations on policy / action responses to environment
infringements/complaints
27. Environmental Legislation and Compliance – Part 1
o Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the competent authority for
environmental licensing and enforcement of environmental law in Ireland
o Mission – ‘To protect and improve the environment as a valuable asset for the
people of Ireland’
o EPA published its new Strategic Plan, ‘Working with others for a Better
Environment’, in February 2013
o its over-riding priority is to keep the environment centre-stage and support
sustainable economic recovery
o 9 strategic priorities for the next 3 years include clean water, better
regulation, preventing environmental damage, accessible information,
evidence-based decision-making, research programme, working with others,
behaviour change and human health.
28. Environmental Legislation and Compliance – Part 2
o Progression of a range of initiatives to help simplify and clarify
requirements of environmental regulations and promote better
compliance:
Establishment of dedicated Environmental Compliance Unit within Ministry
Establishment of Environmental Law Implementation Group (ELIG)
o Significant reduction in number of outstanding EU infringement
proceedings, regarding environmental issues which in turn:
Reduces economic impacts (such as legal costs, fines, etc.) and uncertainty for
stakeholders (national and international)
Reduces the risk of stalling of economic development - Green Economy
Learnt lessons – fines for EIA and lack of regulation of septic tanks.
29. Conclusion
o EPR Mid-Term Review demonstrates substantial measure of progress
achieved … but bar is constantly being raised, so have to adapt and over-
achieve.
o Very useful in determining environmental priorities and assessing if
national policies are implemented and working
o Radical and fundamental changes in Ireland since 2009 – both major
challenges and opportunities
o We recognise that more work is needed to meet EPR goals .. but committed
to meeting its environmental challenges
o Eager to learn from others and share experiences/aspirations/deliverables.