The document discusses the concept of a "Just Transition" to a low-carbon economy. It emerged in the 1970s from environmental, indigenous, and labor activists who saw the need for support strategies for workers who could lose their jobs due to environmental policies. A Just Transition aims to decarbonize the economy without costing workers jobs or harming their livelihoods. It requires a Green New Deal to create millions of green jobs, sectoral transition plans, job training and unions to bargain for workers' rights. Financing comes from a national investment bank and transition funds while nationalizing energy ensures affordable, renewable power for all.
This document discusses strategies for transitioning to a green economy proposed by various international organizations. It provides examples of green economy initiatives in key areas like buildings, appliances, transportation, lighting, and industry implemented by G8 countries. Specific policies promoted include super insulation standards for new buildings, regulations on standby power and eco-design of appliances, fuel efficiency standards and eco-driving programs for vehicles, phasing out incandescent bulbs, and energy management programs for industry. International consensus indicates these types of coordinated policy measures can significantly reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions over the long term.
Promoting Climate Action through Education for Sustainable Development in Lea...ESD UNU-IAS
Case Study presentation: Promoting Climate Action through Education for Sustainable Development in Learning Institutions
Georgina Resiato Minis (NEMA) & Mr. Dennis Onyancha, RCE North Rift
11th Global RCE Conference
7-9 December, 2018
Cebu, the Philippines
Understanding the climate change and sustainable developmentRuwanNishanthaGamage
The document discusses climate change, sustainable development, and solutions. It provides background on climate science, impacts of climate change, key global agreements like the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement, and national commitments like Sri Lanka's NDC's. It emphasizes that climate change and sustainable development are interlinked, and achieving their shared goals will require urgent action, inequality reduction, and commitment from all parties given the challenges and limited time remaining. Overall solutions discussed include reducing emissions and waste, behavioral and policy changes, technology transfers, and drawdown projects targeting areas like refrigerants, renewable energy, and reforestation.
The Earth Summit was a major UN conference held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 to discuss environmental issues and sustainable development. Over 100 world leaders and thousands of representatives from governments and NGOs attended. Key outcomes included the Climate Change Convention which led to the Kyoto Protocol, and agreements to protect indigenous lands and biodiversity. Subsequent UN conferences addressed issues like population growth, social development, and women's rights in relation to achieving global sustainability. However, governments have not fully implemented the plans and agreements from these summits.
Exploring the economic and environmental benefits of solar energy generation ...Alexander Decker
1) The document examines the economic and environmental benefits of solar energy generation in Nigeria. It discusses how fossil fuels are depleting and polluting, while renewable energy like solar presents a clean alternative.
2) It evaluates the potential for solar power to generate electricity for most Nigerian residents in an economic and environmentally viable way. International agreements to limit greenhouse gas emissions and climate change are also discussed.
3) The paper argues that adopting and utilizing solar energy would be important for Nigeria's growth and development, given its adequate sunshine. Barriers to solar energy adoption need to be removed.
Jennie Stephens - Myra Kraft Open Classroom - October 26, 2016neupolicyschool
The document discusses the US role in global environmental governance, with a focus on climate change. It summarizes the US's historical leadership on environmental issues but also periods of lagging behind. It then covers international climate negotiations and agreements from the UNFCCC to the Paris Agreement. It also discusses climate science, denial, and policies of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Renewable energy technology advances are outlined but fossil fuels still dominate global energy.
Mitigation and adaptation of climate change in aquacultureramjan5
This document discusses mitigation and adaptation strategies for climate change in aquaculture. It notes that aquaculture production will need to increase significantly to meet growing global food demand, but faces challenges from climate change impacts like rising temperatures, sea levels, and extreme weather. The document outlines how climate change affects aquaculture through impacts on ecosystems, operations, communities and economies. It emphasizes the need for climate-smart aquaculture and resilient species to help ensure food security under changing conditions.
The document discusses the concept of a "Just Transition" to a low-carbon economy. It emerged in the 1970s from environmental, indigenous, and labor activists who saw the need for support strategies for workers who could lose their jobs due to environmental policies. A Just Transition aims to decarbonize the economy without costing workers jobs or harming their livelihoods. It requires a Green New Deal to create millions of green jobs, sectoral transition plans, job training and unions to bargain for workers' rights. Financing comes from a national investment bank and transition funds while nationalizing energy ensures affordable, renewable power for all.
This document discusses strategies for transitioning to a green economy proposed by various international organizations. It provides examples of green economy initiatives in key areas like buildings, appliances, transportation, lighting, and industry implemented by G8 countries. Specific policies promoted include super insulation standards for new buildings, regulations on standby power and eco-design of appliances, fuel efficiency standards and eco-driving programs for vehicles, phasing out incandescent bulbs, and energy management programs for industry. International consensus indicates these types of coordinated policy measures can significantly reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions over the long term.
Promoting Climate Action through Education for Sustainable Development in Lea...ESD UNU-IAS
Case Study presentation: Promoting Climate Action through Education for Sustainable Development in Learning Institutions
Georgina Resiato Minis (NEMA) & Mr. Dennis Onyancha, RCE North Rift
11th Global RCE Conference
7-9 December, 2018
Cebu, the Philippines
Understanding the climate change and sustainable developmentRuwanNishanthaGamage
The document discusses climate change, sustainable development, and solutions. It provides background on climate science, impacts of climate change, key global agreements like the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement, and national commitments like Sri Lanka's NDC's. It emphasizes that climate change and sustainable development are interlinked, and achieving their shared goals will require urgent action, inequality reduction, and commitment from all parties given the challenges and limited time remaining. Overall solutions discussed include reducing emissions and waste, behavioral and policy changes, technology transfers, and drawdown projects targeting areas like refrigerants, renewable energy, and reforestation.
The Earth Summit was a major UN conference held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 to discuss environmental issues and sustainable development. Over 100 world leaders and thousands of representatives from governments and NGOs attended. Key outcomes included the Climate Change Convention which led to the Kyoto Protocol, and agreements to protect indigenous lands and biodiversity. Subsequent UN conferences addressed issues like population growth, social development, and women's rights in relation to achieving global sustainability. However, governments have not fully implemented the plans and agreements from these summits.
Exploring the economic and environmental benefits of solar energy generation ...Alexander Decker
1) The document examines the economic and environmental benefits of solar energy generation in Nigeria. It discusses how fossil fuels are depleting and polluting, while renewable energy like solar presents a clean alternative.
2) It evaluates the potential for solar power to generate electricity for most Nigerian residents in an economic and environmentally viable way. International agreements to limit greenhouse gas emissions and climate change are also discussed.
3) The paper argues that adopting and utilizing solar energy would be important for Nigeria's growth and development, given its adequate sunshine. Barriers to solar energy adoption need to be removed.
Jennie Stephens - Myra Kraft Open Classroom - October 26, 2016neupolicyschool
The document discusses the US role in global environmental governance, with a focus on climate change. It summarizes the US's historical leadership on environmental issues but also periods of lagging behind. It then covers international climate negotiations and agreements from the UNFCCC to the Paris Agreement. It also discusses climate science, denial, and policies of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Renewable energy technology advances are outlined but fossil fuels still dominate global energy.
Mitigation and adaptation of climate change in aquacultureramjan5
This document discusses mitigation and adaptation strategies for climate change in aquaculture. It notes that aquaculture production will need to increase significantly to meet growing global food demand, but faces challenges from climate change impacts like rising temperatures, sea levels, and extreme weather. The document outlines how climate change affects aquaculture through impacts on ecosystems, operations, communities and economies. It emphasizes the need for climate-smart aquaculture and resilient species to help ensure food security under changing conditions.
Climate Change - Challenges for Development, Ethical Considerations...guest0647b9f
The document discusses climate change and the need for climate justice from a faith perspective. It provides background on climate change, its causes, and visible consequences. It frames climate change as a moral issue that threatens the most vulnerable. Actions are needed at both individual and structural levels to mitigate further impacts and advocate for policies that limit warming and support developing countries in adapting to impacts.
Climate change in context of sustainable developmentsajid ali
Climate change poses threats to global food production, ecosystems, and human settlements. Developing countries are especially vulnerable due to their dependence on agriculture and limited capabilities. The document discusses the relationship between climate change and sustainable development, noting they are interconnected issues. It examines how factors like agriculture, human population, energy, poverty, and food insecurity relate to sustainable development and are impacted by climate change. The literature review discusses several sources that also explore the linkages between climate change and sustainable development and sustainable development's role in mitigating climate change impacts.
Climate change in Uganda: Insights for long-term adaptation and building comm...Dr. Joshua Zake
This briefing paper highlights key challenges and issues for
consideration in policy development and planning processes at
community, local, national and regional levels towards creating
awareness and building resilience to climate change impacts in
Uganda. It’s an output from a review of various documents and
literature on climate change impacts and responses in Uganda
and else where. Furthermore, it’s informed by Environmental
Alert’s experiences and lessons generated through facilitating
initiatives to support climate change adaptation at community
and local levels particularly in the West Nile region (in the districts
of Adjumani, Moyo and Yumbe) and Lukwanga Parish in Wakiso
district, Central region of Uganda; and also targeted engagement
with key policy and decision makers at all levels including local,
national, regional and international on issues of climate change. It
is targeting key stakeholders at all levels (including local leaders,
Government, Development Partners, Civil Society, Policy Makers,
Political Leaders, Private Sector, Academia, Research Institutions,
Cultural and Faith Based Leaders and Communities among others;
to mainstream, prioritize and support climate change adaptation
actions at all levels of planning and development.
The Brundtland Commission was established in 1983 by the UN to address global environmental deterioration and pursue sustainable development. The Commission was chaired by Gro Harlem Brundtland and in 1987 published the report "Our Common Future", which defined sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." The report addressed issues like population, food security, energy use, and development, and emphasized integrating environmental protection and economic growth. It influenced later sustainability agreements and popularized the concept of sustainable development.
Lecture 7: Urban Climate Change Mitigation and AdaptationESD UNU-IAS
The document discusses Dr. Riyanti Djalante's background and expertise in areas related to climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. It includes her educational background, current role at the United Nations University, research interests, and consultancy experience working with various organizations on projects in Indonesia. The final section provides an outline for a presentation on cities and climate change mitigation and adaptation.
CEB 2014 - How the UN system supports ambitious Action on Climate Change enDr Lendy Spires
The document discusses how the United Nations system supports ambitious climate action through a wide range of projects and programs across sectors and countries. It provides examples of UN efforts to reduce emissions and build resilience in key areas like energy, transport, forests, cities and more. The UN agencies work together and with partners to leverage financial mechanisms under the UNFCCC and support national climate strategies through expertise and on-the-ground presence around the world.
This lecture covered Module 1 of course CVE1-405 Planning for Sustainable Development of Second year B. Tech Civil Engineering affiliated to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere, Raigad, Maharashtra- India.
The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), also known as the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit , Rio Summit, Rio Conference, and Earth Summit (Portuguese: ECO92), was a major United Nations conference held in Rio de Janeiro from 3 to 14 June 1992.
The document discusses the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and whether it has been helpful in mitigating climate change problems. The UNFCCC was adopted in 1992 with the objective of stabilizing greenhouse gas concentrations to prevent dangerous interference with the climate. However, greenhouse gas levels and global temperatures have continued to rise significantly since then. While the UNFCCC aimed to reduce emissions through frameworks like the Kyoto Protocol and Paris Agreement, annual emissions are now 60% higher than in 1994 and none of the agreements have achieved deep enough cuts to limit global warming. As a result, the continuation of the UNFCCC process is now in question, as it lacks tools to drive necessary global action on climate change. Alternative
The document summarizes the report of the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED), also known as the Brundtland Commission. The Commission was established in 1983 by the United Nations to address growing environmental concerns and their connection to economic and social issues. The Commission's 1987 report, Our Common Future, introduced the concept of sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." The report examined major environmental issues and proposed strategies for governments and international organizations to pursue sustainable development.
The Brundtland Report, also known as Our Common Future, was published in 1987 by the World Commission on Environment and Development. It laid out the concept of sustainable development, which balances environmental protection, economic growth, and social equity. The report addressed the deterioration of the environment and natural resources, and provided recommendations on solving global environmental crises. It emphasized that developing nations need support to meet basic needs like employment, food, energy, and sanitation in a sustainable way. The Brundtland Report raised awareness of the relationship between human society and the environment and influenced environmental laws and planning worldwide.
The Brundtland Commission report addressed the environmental and development crises of the 1980s, defining sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." The report highlighted critical objectives like reviving growth, ensuring sustainable populations and resource conservation. It emphasized balancing forest exploitation with preservation, involving local communities in management, and agroforestry practices. The Brundtland Report laid the groundwork for the 1992 Earth Summit and adoption of sustainable development frameworks.
What Next For Climate Change & International DevelopmentRolph Payet
The document discusses the challenges of addressing climate change through international development efforts. It notes disagreements around the causes and impacts of climate change, as well as difficulties integrating climate change and sustainability concerns with economic growth models. It argues for more multidisciplinary, systems-level approaches that consider environmental, social, economic and political dimensions simultaneously. A key question is how to structure policies and financing to promote mitigation and adaptation in a way that addresses poverty and inequality.
Could we achieve goal 13 of the sdgs within the existing international econom...Md. Zahirul Islam
Sustainable development (SD) is a pattern of resource use, that aims to meet human needs while preserving the environment so that these needs can be met not only in the present but also for generations to come (sometimes taught as ELF -Environment, Local people, Future)
Dr pachauris bio economy presentation aug12 2013Katri Vuorjoki
"Changing climate - Is resource efficiency a way out of crisis?"
All countries must take more action. Otherwise the climate change will continue steadily. As a result, there is a growing risk that different types of crisis and the struggle for increasingly scarce natural resources, such as clean water, will become more common. Could resource efficiency boost growth at country level and, in this way, prevent conflicts? And what would be the role of resource efficiency in the recovery from conflicts? What are the challenges and opportunities of the bioeconomy in the slowing down of climate change?
Very topical morning seminar in Joensuu Eastern Finland pointed out the relationship between resource efficiency, development and conflicts on the one hand and the relationship between climate change and bioeconomy on the other.
Speeches were given by Doctor Rajendra K. Pachauri, Chairman of IPCC and Heidi Hautala, Finland’s Minister for International Development.
The seminar, organised by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, TERI and the Nordic office of TERI, served as an introduction to the Koli Forum that will take place between 17 and 19 September.
More information is also available at
http://koliforum.fi/
India has made sustainable development a national priority through various policies and initiatives. It established the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in 1985 to coordinate this effort. Key pillars of India's approach include promoting social development, environmental protection, and economic growth. India also actively participates in global climate change discussions and signed the Paris Agreement in 2015 with targets of reducing emissions intensity, increasing non-fossil fuel use, and creating a carbon sink.
Sustainable Development Goals and Climate Change Felix Dodds
This is a presentation made at the UNC GREAT DECISIONS
an outreach program of the Foreign Policy Association - it can be seen online at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4miLnnVTH-Q and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qirvqOPd_dA
The document discusses issues related to population growth, resource consumption, and sustainability. It notes that if the global population reaches 9.6 billion by 2050, it will require the resources of three planets to sustain current lifestyles. It provides statistics on food waste and potential energy savings from efficient light bulbs. It also discusses challenges with fresh water access, pollution, and stresses on water resources from population growth. Sustainable consumption of resources like energy, food, and water is important to reduce environmental impacts and meet needs of a growing global population.
From 26–28 May 2009, Nobel Laureates from across the disciplines were joined by world experts in climate change to discuss the connections between global warming and other urgent environmental, economic and development challenges facing our world. The Symposium was hosted at The Royal Society and St. James’s Palace under the patronage of HRH The Prince of Wales.
It concluded with a Memorandum that was signed by Literature Laureate Wole Soyinka and Peace Laureate Wangari Maathai, as well as by Laureates in Chemistry, Physics and Economics
Global climate vulnerability and resilienceEnoch Yambilla
This document provides an outline and overview of key topics related to vulnerability and resilience to climate change on a global scale. It begins with definitions of important terms like adaptation, resilience, and mitigation. It then discusses factors that affect vulnerability to climate change such as location, wealth, education, age, gender, and risk perceptions. The document presents case studies of climate change vulnerabilities in London, UK and the Philippines. It also outlines government strategies for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Finally, it discusses carbon emissions trading and offsetting, as well as technological fixes and geoengineering.
The World Bank has established a new climate action plan to address increasing climate challenges, including impacts on public health, coastlines, cities, water availability and food security. The plan sets ambitious targets by 2020, such as producing 30 gigawatts of renewable energy, mobilizing $25 billion in private financing for clean energy, quadrupling funding for climate-resilient transport, and bringing early warning systems to 100 million people. The World Bank will help countries develop policies and plans to reduce carbon pollution and integrate climate considerations into urban planning, agriculture, forestry and fisheries.
Climate Change - Challenges for Development, Ethical Considerations...guest0647b9f
The document discusses climate change and the need for climate justice from a faith perspective. It provides background on climate change, its causes, and visible consequences. It frames climate change as a moral issue that threatens the most vulnerable. Actions are needed at both individual and structural levels to mitigate further impacts and advocate for policies that limit warming and support developing countries in adapting to impacts.
Climate change in context of sustainable developmentsajid ali
Climate change poses threats to global food production, ecosystems, and human settlements. Developing countries are especially vulnerable due to their dependence on agriculture and limited capabilities. The document discusses the relationship between climate change and sustainable development, noting they are interconnected issues. It examines how factors like agriculture, human population, energy, poverty, and food insecurity relate to sustainable development and are impacted by climate change. The literature review discusses several sources that also explore the linkages between climate change and sustainable development and sustainable development's role in mitigating climate change impacts.
Climate change in Uganda: Insights for long-term adaptation and building comm...Dr. Joshua Zake
This briefing paper highlights key challenges and issues for
consideration in policy development and planning processes at
community, local, national and regional levels towards creating
awareness and building resilience to climate change impacts in
Uganda. It’s an output from a review of various documents and
literature on climate change impacts and responses in Uganda
and else where. Furthermore, it’s informed by Environmental
Alert’s experiences and lessons generated through facilitating
initiatives to support climate change adaptation at community
and local levels particularly in the West Nile region (in the districts
of Adjumani, Moyo and Yumbe) and Lukwanga Parish in Wakiso
district, Central region of Uganda; and also targeted engagement
with key policy and decision makers at all levels including local,
national, regional and international on issues of climate change. It
is targeting key stakeholders at all levels (including local leaders,
Government, Development Partners, Civil Society, Policy Makers,
Political Leaders, Private Sector, Academia, Research Institutions,
Cultural and Faith Based Leaders and Communities among others;
to mainstream, prioritize and support climate change adaptation
actions at all levels of planning and development.
The Brundtland Commission was established in 1983 by the UN to address global environmental deterioration and pursue sustainable development. The Commission was chaired by Gro Harlem Brundtland and in 1987 published the report "Our Common Future", which defined sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." The report addressed issues like population, food security, energy use, and development, and emphasized integrating environmental protection and economic growth. It influenced later sustainability agreements and popularized the concept of sustainable development.
Lecture 7: Urban Climate Change Mitigation and AdaptationESD UNU-IAS
The document discusses Dr. Riyanti Djalante's background and expertise in areas related to climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. It includes her educational background, current role at the United Nations University, research interests, and consultancy experience working with various organizations on projects in Indonesia. The final section provides an outline for a presentation on cities and climate change mitigation and adaptation.
CEB 2014 - How the UN system supports ambitious Action on Climate Change enDr Lendy Spires
The document discusses how the United Nations system supports ambitious climate action through a wide range of projects and programs across sectors and countries. It provides examples of UN efforts to reduce emissions and build resilience in key areas like energy, transport, forests, cities and more. The UN agencies work together and with partners to leverage financial mechanisms under the UNFCCC and support national climate strategies through expertise and on-the-ground presence around the world.
This lecture covered Module 1 of course CVE1-405 Planning for Sustainable Development of Second year B. Tech Civil Engineering affiliated to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere, Raigad, Maharashtra- India.
The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), also known as the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit , Rio Summit, Rio Conference, and Earth Summit (Portuguese: ECO92), was a major United Nations conference held in Rio de Janeiro from 3 to 14 June 1992.
The document discusses the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and whether it has been helpful in mitigating climate change problems. The UNFCCC was adopted in 1992 with the objective of stabilizing greenhouse gas concentrations to prevent dangerous interference with the climate. However, greenhouse gas levels and global temperatures have continued to rise significantly since then. While the UNFCCC aimed to reduce emissions through frameworks like the Kyoto Protocol and Paris Agreement, annual emissions are now 60% higher than in 1994 and none of the agreements have achieved deep enough cuts to limit global warming. As a result, the continuation of the UNFCCC process is now in question, as it lacks tools to drive necessary global action on climate change. Alternative
The document summarizes the report of the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED), also known as the Brundtland Commission. The Commission was established in 1983 by the United Nations to address growing environmental concerns and their connection to economic and social issues. The Commission's 1987 report, Our Common Future, introduced the concept of sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." The report examined major environmental issues and proposed strategies for governments and international organizations to pursue sustainable development.
The Brundtland Report, also known as Our Common Future, was published in 1987 by the World Commission on Environment and Development. It laid out the concept of sustainable development, which balances environmental protection, economic growth, and social equity. The report addressed the deterioration of the environment and natural resources, and provided recommendations on solving global environmental crises. It emphasized that developing nations need support to meet basic needs like employment, food, energy, and sanitation in a sustainable way. The Brundtland Report raised awareness of the relationship between human society and the environment and influenced environmental laws and planning worldwide.
The Brundtland Commission report addressed the environmental and development crises of the 1980s, defining sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." The report highlighted critical objectives like reviving growth, ensuring sustainable populations and resource conservation. It emphasized balancing forest exploitation with preservation, involving local communities in management, and agroforestry practices. The Brundtland Report laid the groundwork for the 1992 Earth Summit and adoption of sustainable development frameworks.
What Next For Climate Change & International DevelopmentRolph Payet
The document discusses the challenges of addressing climate change through international development efforts. It notes disagreements around the causes and impacts of climate change, as well as difficulties integrating climate change and sustainability concerns with economic growth models. It argues for more multidisciplinary, systems-level approaches that consider environmental, social, economic and political dimensions simultaneously. A key question is how to structure policies and financing to promote mitigation and adaptation in a way that addresses poverty and inequality.
Could we achieve goal 13 of the sdgs within the existing international econom...Md. Zahirul Islam
Sustainable development (SD) is a pattern of resource use, that aims to meet human needs while preserving the environment so that these needs can be met not only in the present but also for generations to come (sometimes taught as ELF -Environment, Local people, Future)
Dr pachauris bio economy presentation aug12 2013Katri Vuorjoki
"Changing climate - Is resource efficiency a way out of crisis?"
All countries must take more action. Otherwise the climate change will continue steadily. As a result, there is a growing risk that different types of crisis and the struggle for increasingly scarce natural resources, such as clean water, will become more common. Could resource efficiency boost growth at country level and, in this way, prevent conflicts? And what would be the role of resource efficiency in the recovery from conflicts? What are the challenges and opportunities of the bioeconomy in the slowing down of climate change?
Very topical morning seminar in Joensuu Eastern Finland pointed out the relationship between resource efficiency, development and conflicts on the one hand and the relationship between climate change and bioeconomy on the other.
Speeches were given by Doctor Rajendra K. Pachauri, Chairman of IPCC and Heidi Hautala, Finland’s Minister for International Development.
The seminar, organised by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, TERI and the Nordic office of TERI, served as an introduction to the Koli Forum that will take place between 17 and 19 September.
More information is also available at
http://koliforum.fi/
India has made sustainable development a national priority through various policies and initiatives. It established the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in 1985 to coordinate this effort. Key pillars of India's approach include promoting social development, environmental protection, and economic growth. India also actively participates in global climate change discussions and signed the Paris Agreement in 2015 with targets of reducing emissions intensity, increasing non-fossil fuel use, and creating a carbon sink.
Sustainable Development Goals and Climate Change Felix Dodds
This is a presentation made at the UNC GREAT DECISIONS
an outreach program of the Foreign Policy Association - it can be seen online at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4miLnnVTH-Q and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qirvqOPd_dA
The document discusses issues related to population growth, resource consumption, and sustainability. It notes that if the global population reaches 9.6 billion by 2050, it will require the resources of three planets to sustain current lifestyles. It provides statistics on food waste and potential energy savings from efficient light bulbs. It also discusses challenges with fresh water access, pollution, and stresses on water resources from population growth. Sustainable consumption of resources like energy, food, and water is important to reduce environmental impacts and meet needs of a growing global population.
From 26–28 May 2009, Nobel Laureates from across the disciplines were joined by world experts in climate change to discuss the connections between global warming and other urgent environmental, economic and development challenges facing our world. The Symposium was hosted at The Royal Society and St. James’s Palace under the patronage of HRH The Prince of Wales.
It concluded with a Memorandum that was signed by Literature Laureate Wole Soyinka and Peace Laureate Wangari Maathai, as well as by Laureates in Chemistry, Physics and Economics
Global climate vulnerability and resilienceEnoch Yambilla
This document provides an outline and overview of key topics related to vulnerability and resilience to climate change on a global scale. It begins with definitions of important terms like adaptation, resilience, and mitigation. It then discusses factors that affect vulnerability to climate change such as location, wealth, education, age, gender, and risk perceptions. The document presents case studies of climate change vulnerabilities in London, UK and the Philippines. It also outlines government strategies for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Finally, it discusses carbon emissions trading and offsetting, as well as technological fixes and geoengineering.
The World Bank has established a new climate action plan to address increasing climate challenges, including impacts on public health, coastlines, cities, water availability and food security. The plan sets ambitious targets by 2020, such as producing 30 gigawatts of renewable energy, mobilizing $25 billion in private financing for clean energy, quadrupling funding for climate-resilient transport, and bringing early warning systems to 100 million people. The World Bank will help countries develop policies and plans to reduce carbon pollution and integrate climate considerations into urban planning, agriculture, forestry and fisheries.
This document discusses two approaches to coping with climate change: mitigation and adaptation. Mitigation aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to prevent further warming, while adaptation aims to adjust lifestyles to live with a changing climate. The document outlines efforts at the international, national, and local levels for both mitigation, such as the Kyoto Protocol, and adaptation, including constructing sea defenses. However, it notes that mitigation progress has been slow and adaptation may be costly and impossible in some developing areas.
Completing the picture_ How the circular economy tackles climate change.pdfAliyaAmani2
This document is a republication of a 2019 paper that argues the circular economy is crucial for addressing climate change. It summarizes the original paper's key points:
1) Adopting circular economy principles like eliminating waste, circulating materials and products, and regenerating nature could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. For example, eliminating food waste alone could reduce annual emissions by 1.4 billion tons by 2050.
2) Business leaders and policymakers need to integrate efforts to transition to a circular economy with responses to climate change. The circular economy offers opportunities to decarbonize industry and food systems while increasing economic resilience.
3) Multiple organizations and political figures express support for the paper and its argument that the
Rapporto ‘Tackling the Climate Reality – Affrontare la realtà del clima’WWF ITALIA
COP 19, occorre affrontare la realtà del clima
Le organizzazioni ActionAid , CARE e il WWF hanno pubblicato da Varsavia il rapporto ‘Tackling the Climate Reality – Affrontare la realtà del clima’, in occasione della conferenza ONU sul clima COP19, che chiede la creazione di un meccanismo internazionale di ‘loss and damage’ ovvero ‘perdite e danni’, di cui le parti stanno discutendo proprio ora.http://bit.ly/178iTW6
Contributions of the Environmental Non Governmental Organisations and interna...IJEAB
This document discusses the contributions of environmental non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and international law on climate change. It finds that NGOs have played an important role in raising awareness about climate change and participating in international negotiations. Key NGOs mentioned are Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace, World Wildlife Fund, and Sierra Club. The document outlines international agreements on climate change, including the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in 1992 and the Kyoto Protocol in 1997. It examines how NGOs have cooperated with states and worked to educate citizens and policymakers on climate issues to influence international law and policies around climate change.
The document discusses the upcoming COP26 UN climate summit that will take place in Glasgow, Scotland in November 2021. COP26 is considered a crucial meeting to increase countries' climate ambitions and action to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The UK, as president of COP26, is working to ensure countries commit to more ambitious emissions reductions, transition away from coal power, transition to electric vehicles, end deforestation, and increase climate finance for developing countries. The success of COP26 is important to avoid the worst impacts of climate change.
1. Climate change is a complex, long-term problem involving interactions between climatic, environmental, economic, political, social and technological processes. There is still uncertainty around fully understanding climate change.
2. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, known as mitigation, involves transitioning away from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy sources. Many technologies exist now but are not fully utilized, and all economic sectors can pursue energy efficiency.
3. Equity issues around distribution of resources between countries, regions, and generations must be considered in climate policies and solutions. Developing countries have no emissions targets but are expected to pursue low-emissions development paths.
Climate Change Environmental Policy 2005, PakistanShakeel Ahmed
This document discusses climate change and global warming. It outlines the greenhouse effect and how human activities that produce greenhouse gases are the main cause of global warming. The document also summarizes Pakistan's environmental policy and action plan to address climate change through developing clean energy technologies, implementing emissions reduction programs, and raising public awareness. The conclusion calls for global cooperation to transition to renewable energy in order to cure the effects of climate change.
Climate Change, sustainable development and developing countries (E)Asa Mugenyi
- Developing countries face challenges in balancing their pursuit of sustainable development goals with addressing climate change. Resources used for sustainable development are sometimes diverted to combating climate change effects.
- They lack the technology and financing to combat climate change on their own. While developed countries are major contributors to greenhouse gases, climate change still severely impacts developing countries.
- International agreements aim to promote cooperation between developed and developing countries to equitably share responsibility for climate action. However, developing countries must consider their sustainable development priorities in determining appropriate climate mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Climate change is a global health emergency that threatens decades of development gains and causes widespread human suffering by deepening inequities and putting environmental and economic systems at risk. The document discusses the history of global efforts to fight climate change through agreements like the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement, which set goals to limit global warming. It also describes the Philippines' National Climate Change Action Plan to achieve adaptation and mitigation programs related to food, water, ecosystems, human security, industries, energy, and capacity development.
This document summarizes strategies for adapting to and mitigating climate change. It discusses approaches such as resilient agricultural systems, land-use planning, and solar radiation management as adaptation strategies. Wetland restoration, afforestation, changing agricultural practices, and international agreements are provided as examples of mitigation strategies. The document also examines the Paris Climate Agreement and debates around delaying emissions reductions through concepts like negative emissions.
This document outlines the impacts of climate change on water resources and proposes strategies for GWP to address this issue. Key impacts include increasing droughts, sea level rise, water stress, and displaced populations. GWP's strategy includes advocacy to raise awareness, intellectual contributions to share knowledge, and supporting solution development. Solutions could involve policy changes, financing, institutions, and technologies to build climate resilience through improved water management. The strategy is still being developed and will take a programmatic approach involving partners from different organizations.
Weekly Wetlands Sustainability Report - NET Africa (www.netafrica.be)NET Africa
This week we focus on SDG 13 Climate Action, SDG 11 sustainable cities and communities and SD6’ Clean water and sanitation, SDG 4 Education. We also focus on World Environment Day.
- The document discusses the impacts of climate change that have already been observed in Pacific Island Countries (PICs), such as changes in rainfall patterns and fish catches. It notes that climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of natural hazards like floods, storms and droughts.
- The text then outlines several projections for future climate changes, such as increased warming, sea level rise, threats to mangroves and coral reefs in PICs. It notes that without emissions mitigation, global temperatures will exceed 2°C above pre-industrial levels by mid-21st century.
- Finally, it summarizes the positions of PICs at international climate negotiations in Cancun and Copenhagen, calling for stronger
Climate change is negatively impacting agriculture in Uganda, which provides livelihoods for over 70% of the population. Rising temperatures and shifts in rainfall patterns have led to crop failures, water shortages, and deaths of animals and people from starvation. To address this, Uganda needs financing for climate-smart agriculture practices that sustainably increase productivity while building resilience and reducing emissions. However, climate change funding is limited given other development needs. Uganda should pursue funding from international climate funds and carbon markets, working with organizations like the World Bank and FAO to implement collaborative climate action in line with its commitments under the Paris Agreement.
The document discusses the UNESCO Climate Change Initiative, which aims to address climate change through education, science, culture, and communication. It outlines four core programs: 1) developing a climate change adaptation forum to share climate science knowledge; 2) integrating climate change education into education for sustainable development; 3) using UNESCO World Heritage Sites to study climate impacts on culture and biodiversity; and 4) researching the social, ethical, and gender dimensions of climate change. The initiative seeks to build capacity for climate change mitigation and adaptation through improved policies, teacher training, and public awareness activities.
RC&D analytical report on human rights and climate chagerac_marion
Climate change is a threat to people's rights, especially those who are already among the most vulnerable in society. Moreover, various projects and investments, including some presented as solutions agaients climate change, generate social, health and food problems for the population. The analytical report presents the links between human rhights and climate change as well as the recommmendations of the French-speaking african civil society network Réseau Climat & Développement.
This document discusses various causes and effects of climate change as well as actions individuals and organizations are taking to address it. It provides 12 simple actions individuals can take to mitigate climate change, such as using green power, saving energy, adopting a plant-rich diet, and avoiding flying. It also outlines organizations working on environmental issues and describes international agreements like the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement where countries commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to limit global warming. The document emphasizes both mitigation of and adaptation to climate change will be needed to effectively address its challenges.
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The document summarizes outcomes from the Bonn Intercessional climate negotiations held in June 2013. Key points include:
- The negotiations were divided into three tracks focusing on the Durban Platform, implementation, and scientific/technological advice.
- Discussions centered around the post-2020 climate agreement, raising near-term climate ambition, and implementing existing decisions.
- Specific topics discussed included rules and transparency for emission pledges, mobilizing climate finance, accounting methods, and adapting to climate impacts.
- The sessions provided an opportunity for parties to exchange ideas before the next major COP meeting in Poland later this year.
My little cop pocket book arabic versionKennedy Liti
The document appears to be a 20 page book titled "My Little COP Pocket Book" that was written by Kennedy Liti Mbeva and includes their name on the copyright notice on most pages.
1) AYICC visited Watoto Wema Children's Home on July 28th, 2013 to spend time with the children through games and activities. They also provided food and other supplies purchased with donations from AYICC members.
2) The home cares for 46 children between ages 6-17 from economically challenged families or those without guardians. AYICC discussed establishing a sustainable poultry project with the home after previous attempts failed.
3) AYICC will work with the home's director to monitor a new approach using more resilient chicks and an older child to oversee the project before providing further support. They will also explore alternative projects and fundraising for sustainable support of the children's home.
This document appears to be a resume or CV for May Zin Thaw. Over multiple pages, it outlines her personal and career profile, including education history, work experience, skills and qualifications. Her experience includes community development work, research, and sanitation/hygiene roles with organizations like World Vision Myanmar, the UN, and NGOs. She holds post-graduate degrees in social work and development studies.
This document appears to be a book titled "My Little COP Pocket Book" by Kennedy Liti Mbevac. It consists of pages with the book title and author's name repeated on each page, with no other visible content. The document also includes a biography section for an individual named Marufa Ishaque that provides details on her educational and professional background working in sustainability and environmental issues.
The document is a 20-page excerpt from the book "My Little COP Pocket Book" by Kennedy Liti Mbeva. Each page displays the book title, author, and page number with no other text or images provided.
The document appears to be a book titled "My Little COP Pocket Book" that has been authored by Kennedy Liti Mbevac. It consists of pages with the title and author name repeated on alternating pages along with the words "Strength" and "Unity" appearing together on one page.
This document is a biography of Calorine Madjoukouo Wouintchoua, who is the president and founder of the association "Seed For the Future" in Cameroon. The biography outlines her educational background, including earning a master's degree in social psychology from the University of Yaounde I. It also details her work experience in Cameroon and Europe with organizations focused on issues like HIV/AIDS, the environment, and social welfare. The association she founded, "Seed For the Future", aims to promote social welfare and integration of disadvantaged and disabled groups in Cameroon.
The document is a book titled "My Little COP Pocket Book" written by Kennedy Liti Mbeva. It consists of 24 pages discussing topics related to community policing. The book is intended to provide information to police officers in Pakistan through a translated version.
This document provides a summary of a book that details the UNFCCC COP climate change negotiations. It covers the history and development of the climate change negotiation process, including the key agreements and conferences that have taken place. It examines the Kyoto Protocol and the mechanisms it established, including emissions trading, clean development mechanisms, and joint implementation. It also discusses the financial mechanisms of the UNFCCC, including funds like the GEF, SCCF, LDCF, and GCF. The book aims to serve as an easy guide for understanding the activities and processes of the UNFCCC COP conferences.
This document appears to be a resume or CV for May Zin Thaw. Over multiple pages, it outlines her professional experience working for organizations like World Vision Myanmar, education history including degrees in social work and development studies, skills in areas like WASH project management, and international experience participating in youth forums on topics like climate change. The document provides extensive details on May Zin Thaw's career, qualifications, and areas of expertise.
The document is a book titled "My Little COP Pocket Book" written by Kennedy Liti Mbeva. It consists of 18 pages where each page displays the title of the book and author along with the page number. The book appears to focus on concepts of strength and unity based on the final page.
This document provides an introduction and overview of climate change negotiations and the Kyoto Protocol in 7 parts. It discusses the history of climate negotiations beginning in the 1990s, the formation of the UNFCCC, and the divisions between developed and developing countries. It then explains the key elements of the Kyoto Protocol, including the principles of "common but differentiated responsibilities" and the classification of countries into Annex groups. The document also summarizes the three market-based mechanisms established by the Kyoto Protocol: emissions trading, clean development mechanism, and joint implementation.
The document provides information about youth representatives from various countries in Africa who are attending the Rio+20 conference. It outlines their organizations, ongoing projects related to climate change and sustainable development, reasons for attending the conference, expectations from Rio+20, challenges faced by youth, and plans to implement after the conference. Countries represented include Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Burundi, Tanzania, and South Sudan. The youth are working on a variety of projects focused on issues like capacity building, waste management, renewable energy, green jobs, and environmental education.
Emerging Earth Observation methods for monitoring sustainable food productionCIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Daniela Requena Suarez, Helmholtz GeoResearch Center Potsdam (GFZ) at "Side event 60th sessions of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies - Sustainable Bites: Innovating Low Emission Food Systems One Country at a Time" on 13 June 2024
Exploring low emissions development opportunities in food systemsCIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Christopher Martius (CIFOR-ICRAF) at "Side event 60th sessions of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies - Sustainable Bites: Innovating Low Emission Food Systems One Country at a Time" on 13 June 2024
The modification of an existing product or the formulation of a new product to fill a newly identified market niche or customer need are both examples of product development. This study generally developed and conducted the formulation of aramang baked products enriched with malunggay conducted by the researchers. Specifically, it answered the acceptability level in terms of taste, texture, flavor, odor, and color also the overall acceptability of enriched aramang baked products. The study used the frequency distribution for evaluators to determine the acceptability of enriched aramang baked products enriched with malunggay. As per sensory evaluation conducted by the researchers, it was proven that aramang baked products enriched with malunggay was acceptable in terms of Odor, Taste, Flavor, Color, and Texture. Based on the results of sensory evaluation of enriched aramang baked products proven that three (3) treatments were all highly acceptable in terms of variable Odor, Taste, Flavor, Color and Textures conducted by the researchers.
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