Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Nguyen Trung Thang (Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment (ISPONRE), Viet Nam)
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by David Sheppard (Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP), Samoa)
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Tomonori Sudo (Japan International Cooperation Agency)
Presentation on Managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning, by Alexis Robert and Anna Drutschinin from Secretariat OECD
Galina Alova, from Development Co-operation Directorate, and Katia Karousakis, from Environment Directorate, presented preliminary findings, from a desk-based research on reciprocal biodiversity mainstreaming at the national level in 11 partner countries.
This presentation gives an overview of how ecosystem services are being integrated into planning at the province level in Viet Nam through the help of ecosystem services mapping, spatial mapping and modelling, and economic valuation of ecosystem services.
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Nguyen Trung Thang (Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment (ISPONRE), Viet Nam)
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by David Sheppard (Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP), Samoa)
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Tomonori Sudo (Japan International Cooperation Agency)
Presentation on Managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning, by Alexis Robert and Anna Drutschinin from Secretariat OECD
Galina Alova, from Development Co-operation Directorate, and Katia Karousakis, from Environment Directorate, presented preliminary findings, from a desk-based research on reciprocal biodiversity mainstreaming at the national level in 11 partner countries.
This presentation gives an overview of how ecosystem services are being integrated into planning at the province level in Viet Nam through the help of ecosystem services mapping, spatial mapping and modelling, and economic valuation of ecosystem services.
Presented by Antonio L. Fernandez (Sr. Coordinator for the People’s Survival Fund, Climate Change Commission/Office of the President, Philippines) at the 2nd Targeted Topics Forum, Jamaica, March 2016
Samoa Agritourism Policy Setting Worskhop 2016
Linking Agriculture and Tourism through Policy setting:
Strengthening the local agrifood sector and promoting agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Samoa and CTA
in collaboration with PIPSO
Apia, Samoa, 13-16 December 2016
NAP Training Viet Nam - Mainstreaming Ecosystem-Based Adaptation in Viet NamUNDP Climate
This two-day workshop supported the Government of Viet Nam in building the necessary capacity to advance its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. The workshop closely focused on building National Adaptation Plans in the agricultural sector through multi-stakeholder collaboration, and increased knowledge and capacity on a number of topics including: prioritization of adaptation options, cost-benefit analysis, overview of the broad-based nature of climate change adaption impacts, analysis of challenges, and creation of an open discussion with key stakeholders on defining a road-map for the NAP process. The workshop was delivered using discussions and case studies to enhance interactive learning for participants, with supporting presentations by GiZ and SNV.
This presentation gives a bilateral development partner perspective of mainstreaming biodiversity and environment in the Mekong region. It gives a brief introduction to development and environment trends in the Mekong region, mainstreaming challenges, Finland's development policy tools to mainstream environment and biodiversity, and lessons learnt.
M&E PROGRESS REPORT: KIRIBATI JOINT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (CC &DRM)NAP Global Network
Presented by Ianeta Iororimo in September 2020 at the Virtual Learning Event on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for National Adaptation in Pacific Small Island Developing States organized by organized by the NAP Global Network in collaboration with the Pacific Resilience Partnership (PRP)
NAP Process in the Philippines: Enhancing the National Climate Change Action ...NAP Global Network
Presentation by Alexis Lapiz, Philippines' Climate Change Commission, on "NAP Process in the Philippines: Enhancing the National Climate Change Action Plan 2011-2028 based on the NAP Process."
Presented at the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Global Network's Targeted Topics Forum in Lilongwe, Malawi, in February 2017.
This presentation gives an overview of how the EU has been mainstreaming biodiversity into development strategies, policies, plans and budgets, from both a qualitative and a quantitative perspective.
This presentation shares Costa Rica's vision on and approach to biodiversity, explaining the policy and legal framework established to protect and sustainably use biodiversity.
National Discussions on Priority Adaptation and Mitigation Actions for Agriculture in the National Climate Change Action Plan 2013-2017
More information: http://ccafs.cgiar.org/national-adaptation-planning-event-agriculture#.UhcfJD-LKdk
NAP Training Viet Nam - Vulnerability and Adapting to Climate ChangeUNDP Climate
This two-day workshop supported the Government of Viet Nam in building the necessary capacity to advance its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. The workshop closely focused on building National Adaptation Plans in the agricultural sector through multi-stakeholder collaboration, and increased knowledge and capacity on a number of topics including: prioritization of adaptation options, cost-benefit analysis, overview of the broad-based nature of climate change adaption impacts, analysis of challenges, and creation of an open discussion with key stakeholders on defining a road-map for the NAP process. The workshop was delivered using discussions and case studies to enhance interactive learning for participants, with supporting presentations by GiZ and SNV.
This presentation gives an overview of Ecuador's national policy framework for biodiversity, with a particular focus on the National Plan for Well-Being and national initiatives to integrate biodiversity into public policies.
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Jozias Blok, EC International Cooperation and Development
Presented by Antonio L. Fernandez (Sr. Coordinator for the People’s Survival Fund, Climate Change Commission/Office of the President, Philippines) at the 2nd Targeted Topics Forum, Jamaica, March 2016
Samoa Agritourism Policy Setting Worskhop 2016
Linking Agriculture and Tourism through Policy setting:
Strengthening the local agrifood sector and promoting agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Samoa and CTA
in collaboration with PIPSO
Apia, Samoa, 13-16 December 2016
NAP Training Viet Nam - Mainstreaming Ecosystem-Based Adaptation in Viet NamUNDP Climate
This two-day workshop supported the Government of Viet Nam in building the necessary capacity to advance its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. The workshop closely focused on building National Adaptation Plans in the agricultural sector through multi-stakeholder collaboration, and increased knowledge and capacity on a number of topics including: prioritization of adaptation options, cost-benefit analysis, overview of the broad-based nature of climate change adaption impacts, analysis of challenges, and creation of an open discussion with key stakeholders on defining a road-map for the NAP process. The workshop was delivered using discussions and case studies to enhance interactive learning for participants, with supporting presentations by GiZ and SNV.
This presentation gives a bilateral development partner perspective of mainstreaming biodiversity and environment in the Mekong region. It gives a brief introduction to development and environment trends in the Mekong region, mainstreaming challenges, Finland's development policy tools to mainstream environment and biodiversity, and lessons learnt.
M&E PROGRESS REPORT: KIRIBATI JOINT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (CC &DRM)NAP Global Network
Presented by Ianeta Iororimo in September 2020 at the Virtual Learning Event on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for National Adaptation in Pacific Small Island Developing States organized by organized by the NAP Global Network in collaboration with the Pacific Resilience Partnership (PRP)
NAP Process in the Philippines: Enhancing the National Climate Change Action ...NAP Global Network
Presentation by Alexis Lapiz, Philippines' Climate Change Commission, on "NAP Process in the Philippines: Enhancing the National Climate Change Action Plan 2011-2028 based on the NAP Process."
Presented at the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Global Network's Targeted Topics Forum in Lilongwe, Malawi, in February 2017.
This presentation gives an overview of how the EU has been mainstreaming biodiversity into development strategies, policies, plans and budgets, from both a qualitative and a quantitative perspective.
This presentation shares Costa Rica's vision on and approach to biodiversity, explaining the policy and legal framework established to protect and sustainably use biodiversity.
National Discussions on Priority Adaptation and Mitigation Actions for Agriculture in the National Climate Change Action Plan 2013-2017
More information: http://ccafs.cgiar.org/national-adaptation-planning-event-agriculture#.UhcfJD-LKdk
NAP Training Viet Nam - Vulnerability and Adapting to Climate ChangeUNDP Climate
This two-day workshop supported the Government of Viet Nam in building the necessary capacity to advance its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. The workshop closely focused on building National Adaptation Plans in the agricultural sector through multi-stakeholder collaboration, and increased knowledge and capacity on a number of topics including: prioritization of adaptation options, cost-benefit analysis, overview of the broad-based nature of climate change adaption impacts, analysis of challenges, and creation of an open discussion with key stakeholders on defining a road-map for the NAP process. The workshop was delivered using discussions and case studies to enhance interactive learning for participants, with supporting presentations by GiZ and SNV.
This presentation gives an overview of Ecuador's national policy framework for biodiversity, with a particular focus on the National Plan for Well-Being and national initiatives to integrate biodiversity into public policies.
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Jozias Blok, EC International Cooperation and Development
This presentation gives an overview of OECD work on tracking public and private climate finance, including bilateral and multilateral development finance and private finance.
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Papa Zoumana Diarra (The African Risk Capacity Insurance Company Limited.)
This presentation gives an overview of the multilateral development bank (MDB) Climate Finance Tracking Methodology and of the 2013 Joint Report on MDB Climate Finance.
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Karsten Loeffler (Allianz Climate Solutions)
Presentation on managing climate risk through ecosystem-based adaptation – linking urban and rural development planning by Michael Mullan & Takayoshi Kato (Secretariat, OECD)
On 23 October 2013, the OECD launched the "Science, Technology and Industry (STI) Scoreboard: Innovation for Growth 2013" in Istanbul, Turkey at the OECD Global Forum on Knowledge Economy. The 260 indicators in the STI Scoreboard 2013 show how OECD and partner economies are performing in a wide range of areas to help governments design more effective and efficient policies and monitor progress towards their desired goals.
On 10 October, the OECD released R&D tax incentives indicators featured in the STI Scoreboard 2013. To learn more visit: www.oecd.org/sti/rd-tax-stats.htm.
This presentation by Sebastian Schich draws attention to a potentially fundamental flaw in the design of the European banking union, which is the incomplete harmonization of the underlying financial safety net.
It abstracts somewhat from the specific institutional aspects that currently figure prominently in the European safety net discussion in the financial press. According to one popular view, the European safety net requires, in addition to a common lender of last resort, three pillars, that is first, a common regulatory framework and a single supervisor, second a single bank restructuring fund and third, harmonised or unified deposit insurance. This view implies that the current banking union agenda is incomplete as only the first of the three pillars is in place. While the presentation agrees with the basic assessment that the banking union agenda is still incomplete, the approach taken places a sharp focus on the safety net functions rather than the institutions providing these functions, acknowledging however that both aspects are important. In particular, it argues that the modern definition of the financial safety net includes a guarantor of last resort function.
Moreover, as long as a common fiscal backstop for the European banking sector is missing, the guarantor-of-last-resort function remains a national issue. In fact, an analysis of data reveals that bank debt benefit from implicit guarantees and that the value of the guarantees reflect not only the weakness of the bank but also the strength of the sovereign perceived to be providing the guarantees. This observation is consistent with the view that the GOLR function is perceived as being provided by each sovereign to its domestic banks only. As a result, especially during periods of heightened market stress, banks in Europe face different funding conditions depending on where they are located.
Read more about OECD work on financial sector guarantees http://www.oecd.org/daf/fin/financial-markets/financialsectorguarantees.htm
The 2016 edition of the OECD Pensions Outlook was launched in Paris on 5 December 2016 in the presence of Angel Gurría, OECD Secretary-General, Phyllis Borzi, Assistant Secretary of Employment to the US Department of Labor and Ambrogio Rinaldi, Director at COVIP.
Find out more here: http://www.oecd.org/pensions/oecd-pensions-outlook-23137649.htm
Presentation by Andy Feldman on Bridging Evidence and Innovation made at the ...OECD Governance
This presentation by Andy Feldman was made at the OECD conference on Innovating the Public Sector: From Ideas to Impact (12-13 November 2014). For more information visit the OECD Observatory of Public Sector Innovation: https://www.oecd.org/governance/observatory-public-sector-innovation/events/.
Presentation by Ishak Ebrar Cubucku made at the OECD Conference on Innovating...OECD Governance
This presentation by Ishak Ebrar Cubucku was made at the OECD conference on Innovating the Public Sector: From Ideas to Impact (12-13 November 2014). For more information visit the OECD Observatory of Public Sector Innovation: https://www.oecd.org/governance/observatory-public-sector-innovation/events/.
Presentation by Jamie Tibbetts made at the OECD Conference on Innovating the ...OECD Governance
This presentation by Jamie Tibbetts was made at the OECD conference on Innovating the Public Sector: From Ideas to Impact (12-13 November 2014). For more information visit the OECD Observatory of Public Sector Innovation: https://www.oecd.org/governance/observatory-public-sector-innovation/events/.
Presentation by Nancy de Vogelaere and Elke Wambacq "Dinobusters" made at the...OECD Governance
This presentation by Nancy de Vogelaere and Elke Wambacq was made at the OECD conference on Innovating the Public Sector: From Ideas to Impact (12-13 November 2014). For more information visit the OECD Observatory of Public Sector Innovation: https://www.oecd.org/governance/observatory-public-sector-innovation/events/.
A Dominican Republic Case: Demonstrating Sustainable Land Management in the U...Iwl Pcu
The priority agenda: Keep learning how to best manage interlinkages at the operational level, through integrated project approaches. To derive local and global environmental benefits, promote sustainable development, and meet human needs.
Experiences with Ecosystem-based Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation and ...NAP Events
Presentation by: CBD
4a. Experience with ecosystem-based approaches under the Convention on Biological Diversity
The session will present findings from a synthesis report prepared by the CBD Secretariat on experiences with ecosystem-based approaches to climate change adaptation (EBA) and disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR). It will provide opportunities for countries to share experiences and discuss ways to mainstream EBA and Eco-DRR into NAPs and other plans and strategies. Participants will be invited to take part in a group exercise to identify gaps and needs, as well as entry points and opportunities for integrating EBA.
Promoting Community-Based Adaptation in Uganda; experiences, lessons, emergin...Dr. Joshua Zake
This power point presentation was presented during the 1st National Symposium on Community Based Adaptation (CBA), held on 16th June 2017 at Hotel Africana, Kampala - with the purpose of developing a country Position on CBA for presentation during the 11th CBA conference, scheduled on 22nd - 29th June 2017, Royal Suits Hotel, Kampala.
It provides an highlight of Environmental Alert's experiences experiences, lessons, emerging issues and recommendations (for policy and practice) based on Environmental Alert led initiatives, for consideration in Uganda's Position on CBA.
5th International Disaster and Risk Conference IDRC 2014 Integrative Risk Management - The role of science, technology & practice 24-28 August 2014 in Davos, Switzerland
Ziervogel Paris #CFCC15 Co-producing an adaptation plan 2015Gina Ziervogel
Opportunities for municipal climate adaptation. A case study of aligning local adaptation plans with provincial and national policy in South Africa and building adaptive capacity through co-production.
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
Earthquake Recovery Programme for the Natural Environment
This interactive workshop discussed the development and implementation of the earthquake recovery programme for the natural environment (NERP).
The Partnership approach & assessing the benefits of catchment management. 12th & 13th September 2016 at the Rougemont Hotel, Exeter. Following the decision to leave the EU the need to come together to tackle the complex environmental problems we face such as diffuse pollution and habitat fragmentation has never been greater. This conference sets out the benefits and drawbacks of partnership working and the effectiveness of dealing with problems at a catchment scale.
Regional approaches to adaptation planning : Senegal experiences NAP Events
Presented by: Gabriel Pierre Ndiaye & Mamadou Daha Kane
7.4 Regional approaches to adaptation planning
The session will consider adaptation planning and implementation at the transboundary level, for such areas as water management, hydroenergy production and supply, trade and ecosystem management, as well as technical assessment and data issues that can be addressed jointly among neighbouring countries. It will feature best practices from the Great Green Wall of the Sahara and the Sahel as well as examples on addressing water issues in shared river basins.
From Local to Global: Realizing Water Security for Sustainable Development - ...Global Water Partnership
Presentation at the European River Restoration Conference in Vienna on 27 October 2014: "From Local to Global: Realizing Water Security for Sustainable Development", by GWP Executive Secretary Dr. Ania Grobicki.
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OECD presentation on financing for sustainable development in the COVID-19 era and beyond. Filling the SDG financing gap and aligning resources in support of sustainable and inclusive development.
Reporting issues. Providers of development co-operation beyond the DAC (countries, multilateral organisations and philanthropic foundations).
WP-STAT formal meeting 1-2 July 2019.
Summary GPI side-event in Global South-South Development Expo 2018: Triangular Cooperation in the Era of the 2030 Agenda - contributions to the BAPA+40 Conference.
"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:
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and write to us if you have any questions:
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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.
Natural farming @ Dr. Siddhartha S. Jena.pptxsidjena70
A brief about organic farming/ Natural farming/ Zero budget natural farming/ Subash Palekar Natural farming which keeps us and environment safe and healthy. Next gen Agricultural practices of chemical free farming.
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.
Micro RNA genes and their likely influence in rice (Oryza sativa L.) dynamic ...Open Access Research Paper
Micro RNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNAs molecules having approximately 18-25 nucleotides, they are present in both plants and animals genomes. MiRNAs have diverse spatial expression patterns and regulate various developmental metabolisms, stress responses and other physiological processes. The dynamic gene expression playing major roles in phenotypic differences in organisms are believed to be controlled by miRNAs. Mutations in regions of regulatory factors, such as miRNA genes or transcription factors (TF) necessitated by dynamic environmental factors or pathogen infections, have tremendous effects on structure and expression of genes. The resultant novel gene products presents potential explanations for constant evolving desirable traits that have long been bred using conventional means, biotechnology or genetic engineering. Rice grain quality, yield, disease tolerance, climate-resilience and palatability properties are not exceptional to miRN Asmutations effects. There are new insights courtesy of high-throughput sequencing and improved proteomic techniques that organisms’ complexity and adaptations are highly contributed by miRNAs containing regulatory networks. This article aims to expound on how rice miRNAs could be driving evolution of traits and highlight the latest miRNA research progress. Moreover, the review accentuates miRNAs grey areas to be addressed and gives recommendations for further studies.
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.
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IV.2 DAC-EPOC JOINT TASK TEAM ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT CO-OPERATION
1. Ecological Infrastructure and EbA in South African
rural and urban landscapes
Dr. Mandy Barnett, Climate Change Adaptation, SANBI
OECD TASK TEAM ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT CO-OPERATION
Paris, 20 April 2015
2. Overview of presentation
Defining Ecological Infrastructure (EI) and explaining the
rationale for the concept
Introducing the uMngeni catchment
Overview of two Rural EbA pilots under the AF
Overview of the uMngeni EI partnership: An EI pilot in the
uMngeni catchment
Insights and lessons
3. Introducing the concept of Ecological
Infrastructure
(as it is applied in South Africa)
Born out of a study looking at ‘making the case’ for
investments in BD conservation in SA
Several directives from the study:
• No more doom and gloom messaging – speak in a
language of ‘hope of gain’
• Target messaging at main priorities of policy makers
• Align with service delivery imperatives which are
high up on SA Govt priority list
4. • Ecological infrastructure is natures equivalent of built
infrastructure
• It refers to those naturally functioning ecosystems that deliver
valuable services to people
• It is our catchments, wetlands, estuaries, coastal dunes,
grasslands, soil, water recharge areas etc
• It provides cost effective, long term solutions to service delivery
• EI is a useful way to frame climate change adaptation in the
context of development
6. Local scale analyses show:
• Average temperature increases
• Possible increase in mean rainfall
• Increase in daily maximum rainfall
• Increase in extreme storm and flood events
• Seasonal shifts and later onset of summer
rains
….increased risk of wildland fires, storms and
flooding, heat stress and possible drought
events
Climate predictions for the uMngeni Catchment
(from Long Term Adaptation Scenarios and
Municipal climate change strategy documents)
7. Adaptation Fund Project:
Building resilience in the
Greater uMngeni Catchment,
South Africa
(USD 7.5 million)
• Early warning systems that support
local communities and small scale
farmers
• Climate-proof settlements (built and
ecological infrastructure) and
informing settlement planning
• Climate resilient agriculture
• Lessons learnt
= Rural EbA pilots
9. EbA in Nhlazuka
Tackling bush encroachment to reduce
risk from wild fires and increase food
security
10. The uMngeni Ecological
Infrastructure Partnership
Rationale:
Demand for water in the catchment is close
to exceeding supply; engineering options
have nearly been exhausted
The City is turning to a cross sectoral
Ecological Infrastructure partnership for
solutions – 36 partners to date
Interventions to improve flow and quality:
• Rehabilitation and maintenance of
grasslands, river banks and wetlands
• Construction of artificial wetlands
• Upgrading of sewerage treatment and
pollution control
• Invasive alien plant control and
biological monitoring
Success will depend on:
• Cross-sectoral cooperation
• Partnerships between govt, civil society
and the private sector
Linking catchment management to
urban water supply in the City of
Durban
11. Lessons and insights and a few questions….
• Framing and language is important for unlocking local partnerships, scaling
up and success - ‘Ecological Infrastructure’ is a very useful concept for
mainstreaming biodiversity considerations into development planning and
for framing Climate Change Adaptation interventions
• EI and EbA interventions MUST be designed as part of social and economic
development programmes, and cross sectoral integration is crucial – easier
at site level…it is challenging to bring this to scale…
• Partnerships are essential, including involvement of civil society, all spheres
of government , pvt sector. And with this, resources are needed to support
good process
• There is a big gap between national and international policy work, and the
identification of local level interventions, including in EbA. Can NAPs help
us to work in a more cross sectoral and to close this gap?