Learn about the best environmental technologies for a sustainable development and how they are managed in various settings around the world. This course gives you an opportunity to learn about global trends that influence our environment and the living conditions and how different management systems and approaches that are used around the world to manage the environment. This includes current environmental technologies built for the environment…

The TWAS Awards (previosuly called 'TWAS Prizes') are awarded to individual scientists from developing countries in recognition of an outstanding contribution to scientific knowledge in nine fields of sciences and/or to the application of science and technology to sustainable development. Eligibility: Candidates for a TWAS Award must be scientists who have been working and living in a developing country for at least ten years immediately prior to…

Applications for the 2020 DAAD In-Country / In-Region Scholarships is now open. The Scholarship aims at fostering strong, internationally oriented higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa with the capacity to contribute to sustainable development. To this end, scholarships are granted for development-related Master or doctoral studies for individuals who plan to pursue a career in teaching and/or research at a higher education institution…

The summer school will start with a theoretical introduction to the political background of the topic. Decisions at all levels of governance will be discussed. The course will also address the ways in which they contribute to managing – or slowing down – how the growing demand for renewable energy is met. The political context of climate change, climate justice, and the current energy transition has been strongly influenced by international…

Al margen de intereses particulares, hoy existe un gran desconocimiento sobre los mecanismos del cambio climático y sus repercusiones sobre la biodiversidad, sistemas de producción y población en general, de ahí la necesidad de contar con personal cualificado para llevar a cabo actuaciones y tomar decisiones en la lucha contra el calentamiento global. La Maestría en Cambio Climático que aquí se presenta responde a una necesidad de formar…

The mandate of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is to promote sustainable and inclusive development and regional connectivity in the Asian and Pacific region. ESCAP’s role as a regional development arm of the United Nations Secretariat is to support its membership with policy oriented research and analysis, normative support and technical assistance and capacity building, to respond to the…

El Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganadería (MAG) es la institución rectora que regula, norma, facilita, controla, y evalúa la gestión de la producción agrícola y ganadera del país y lidera la Agenda de Transformación Productiva de la Amazonía (ATPA). La Política Agropecuaria Ecuatoriana se centra en la reducción de la pobreza y el reposicionamiento de los pequeños y medianos productores, la diversidad cultural, las diferencias de género, la…

The Academics World 813th International Conference on Environmental Science and Development (ICESD) aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results about all aspects of Environmental Science and Development. It also provides the premier interdisciplinary forum for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent…

El Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganadería (MAG) lidera la Agenda de Transformación Productiva de la Amazonía (ATPA). La Política Agropecuaria Ecuatoriana se centra en la reducción de la pobreza y el reposicionamiento de los pequeños y medianos productores, la diversidad cultural, las diferencias de género, la sostenibilidad ambiental, la organización de los productores, la calidad de sus productos y la articulación de actores en territorio. El…

Over the past ten years, LANDac conferences have proven to offer a productive space for knowledge exchange, reflection and debate about issues of concern to the global land governance community. With the annual conferences, LANDac puts critical developments and emerging issues on the agenda, takes stock of trends in land governance transformation, and connects land governance to adjacent academic and policy fields. The 2020 Conference identifies…

The climate emergency is happening right now, in our cities, towns and regions around the world. Our global leaders are failing to address this urgent crisis. But the daring actions of local leaders are spreading around the globe. Created by ICLEI and the city of Bonn, Daring Cities is a radical, action-oriented forum to recognize and empower courageous urban leaders – including mayors and other decision-makers, technical staff, researchers…

PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations General Assembly are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate, environmental degradation, prosperity, peace and justice. Of course, the above cannot be achieved if we do not include young people in this process and if we do not act based on…

UNDP is the Principal Recipient (PR) for The Global Fund HIV grant for the implementation period 2018-2020 and is responsible for the effective functioning of the installed solar systems. Hence UNDP seeks the services of a qualified and experienced Solar/Power/Electrical Engineer to be responsible for the management of new solar installations and maintenance and repairs of those already installed. The expected duration of the assignment is 9…

Climate change, trade, and sustainable development agendas are increasingly converging. Acknowledging the role of trade as an engine for sustainable development, countries have begun how new trade rules can be designed to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change. One example is the announced Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability (ACCTS), which will be negotiated between Costa Rica…

This free e-learning experience has been designed to equip you with a mental compass as you seek answers to basic questions about inclusive green economies. The course has been developed under the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) which brings together five UN agencies – UN Environment, International Labour Organization, UN Development Programme, UN Industrial Development Organization, and UNITAR. PAGE works toward putting…

How can humans live a good life on one planet with over seven billion people? This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. This course will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels. Scandinavia, a pioneering place advancing sustainability and combating climate change, is a unique starting point for…

The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of poorer countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects. The world has made great progress in reducing extreme poverty over the last two decades, that progress has been measured primarily in terms of consumption or income. Other aspects of life are also critical for wellbeing, and a number of initiatives have been underway to…

"Making finance flows consistent with a pathway towards low greenhouse gas emissions and "climate-resilient development” (Article 2 c of the Paris Agreement) will require a significant increase in funding, with new instruments and approaches required to mobilise a broad range of investors and to achieve scalability in financing climate action. Financing the global energy transition will be one key building block. The Frankfurt e-course, Certified…

PROJECT DESCRIPTION Woodcraft Folk are looking for a volunteer to help build on their work to be better known and understood. In this role you will support the charity with engaging communications online and at events! Weekly tasks might include putting together an eye-catching email newsletter, creating engaging social media posts, creating press release templates for the local groups and helping to design our next communications campaign. This…

In 2015, the global community adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Paris Agreement and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR); all of which have substantial areas of overlap and clear convergence of objectives related to strengthening resilience, fostering sustainable development and reducing vulnerability to climate change and disasters. The global agendas provide the overarching frame for guiding national…

Have you always wanted to visit Finland? Have you ever wondered about Finnish society and the Finnish way of life? If you’re a young journalist or social media influencer, you might have a chance at a once-in-a-lifetime Finnish experience! ThisisFINLAND’s Foreign Correspondents’ programme will be held again from June 7 to 13, 2020. During the week, you will find out about inspiring Finnish solutions for reaching carbon neutrality, Finland’s human…

Climate change, trade, and sustainable development agendas are increasingly converging. Acknowledging the role of trade as an engine for sustainable development, countries have begun how new trade rules can be designed to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change. One example is the announced Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability (ACCTS), which will be negotiated between Costa Rica…

Introduction This course will explore the application of Circular Economy (CE) practices in the context of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Four years into the implementation of the Agenda, it is evident that ‘business as usual’ will not help us to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Systems-based approaches along with a strong commitment to deep rooted transformations and actions are vital to the reduction of humanity's…

Would you like to live and work abroad for a leading international company where you will have an opportunity to make an individual contribution and where a good working atmosphere is a top priority? If so, Florensis Abyssinia Farm in Ethiopia has the job for you! Florensis is a supplier of high-quality young plant material for professional growers in the European horticulture sector. Our main office is located in Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht in the…