In this training course, participants will be guided through a series of interactive sessions that will enable them to acquire scientific knowledge to assess and strategically reduce climate risks. The aim of the course is to harmonize climate risk management, disaster risk reduction, and development planning into a holistic approach to sustainable development. Some of the modules available will be, among others: Concepts and emerging directions…

The position is within the framework of the ENPARDII Technical Assistance to the Ministry of Agriculture of Georgia, under the overall operational guidance and responsibility of the FAO Representative and the Assistant FAO Representative in Georgia, direct supervision of the Programme Officer, in close collaboration with the National Project Manager/Team Leader (NPM/TL) and the National Policy Advisor. Some of the responsibilities for the…

This e-learning course introduces the concept of Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP). It also describes how to integrate SCP concepts into conservation and development planning and management processes, such as those associated with National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This e-learning course is available in English, French and Spanish.

La République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) sera affectée par le changement climatique de nombreuses façons. Les tendances auront un impact considérable sur les principaux secteurs économiques du pays qui sont très sensibles au climat (agriculture, hydroélectricité, etc.). Face aux effets néfastes potentiels du changement climatique, la RDC travaille au renforcement de sa résilience. Ainsi, en vue de l’intégration de la question de l’adaptation au…

La République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) sera affectée par le changement climatique de nombreuses façons. Les tendances auront un impact considérable sur les principaux secteurs économiques du pays qui sont très sensibles au climat (agriculture, hydroélectricité, etc.). Face aux effets néfastes potentiels du changement climatique, la RDC travaille au renforcement de sa résilience. Ainsi, en vue de l’intégration de la question de l’adaptation au…

The purpose of this consultancy is to identify good practices and produce guidelines for the integration of human rights in communications to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and the integration of environmental issues in the work of United Nations human rights mechanisms, particularly treaty bodies, the Universal Periodic Review and Special Procedures. Tasks of the Consultant will be, among others: Describe the…

The Crop Science and Agriculture Conference will be held in Bali, Indonesia with the theme of "Discovering Natural Resources Through Agriculture." This conference is a common platform for deans, professors, scientists, students, research scholars, directors, and other participants like consultant, economist, project manager from business and industrial sectors to establish a scientific relationship between academic experts and other participants…

This funding opportunity, the Climate Change and Health Awards, is open to researchers who want to better understand the links between climate change and people’s health. The awards are open to individuals or teams of up to ten members from anywhere in the world. Applicants can apply if they’re based at: an academic research organisation, a not-for-profit or government body, a private sector organisation. To be eligible, the proposal must focus…

The Global Warming 2018 Conference is organized with the theme of “Green Revolution, The Best Solution to Arrest Pollution”. The conference is about advancing worldwide medical problems and propelled advances used to control and direct the contamination. This meeting incorporates different sorts of contaminations, green house impacts on the earth, contamination chance evaluation, propelled control techniques. The Conference will unite specialists…

This e-learning package was developed with input from the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), the Arboriculture Association and the British Association for Landscape Industries (BALI). The course aims to outline the main current and potential tree pests and diseases and provide clear guidance on the most effective and appropriate biosecurity measures to use in different situations. Some of the e-learning modules will focus on, among others…

Climate change is a controversial topic and a dilemma worldwide. Having direct impacts to food and production systems, the most susceptible to climate change effects is the agriculture and fisheries sectors. The key here will be to help build resilient communities through various mitigation and adaptation measures. At the end of the two modules, you will be able to, among other things: Differentiate weather and climate; Describe the causes of…

The position is in the framework of the FAO-GEF project “Strengthening agro-climatic monitoring and information systems (SAMIS) to improve adaptation to Climate Change and Food Security in Lao PDR”. The GIS Expert will provide support to the activities included in Component 2 of the project and other activities related to spatial information systems. The GIS Specialist will perform the following tasks, among others: Provide technical support for…

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The intern will be involved in Climate Change projects being currently implemented by UN Environment, such…

The Food and Agriculture Organization's Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (FAO-RNE) has the Regional Water Scarcity Initiative (WSI) as the mechanism to deliver results from water-related programs. This includes: support to the League of Arab States (LAS) to implement the Arab Water Security Strategy; non-conventional water resources management; groundwater governance; water accounting and monitoring; sustainability, strategic…

The Regional Office for RNE is responsible for leading FAO's response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO's priority activities in the region. The Regional Office also supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports capacity development…

El Sistema Nacional de Control Forestal (SNCF) es responsable de verificar, el cumplimiento de las regulaciones ambientales a través de la aplicación de diversos mecanismos, en toda la cadena de valor para los productos forestales, desde el aprovechamiento en campo, movilización, revisión y su comercialización en centros de destinos finales, así como también apoyar al control del tráfico de vida silvestre y sus elementos constitutivos. El…

El Sistema Nacional de Control Forestal (SNCF) es responsable de verificar, el cumplimiento de las regulaciones ambientales a través de la aplicación de diversos mecanismos, en toda la cadena de valor para los productos forestales, desde el aprovechamiento en campo, movilización, revisión y su comercialización en centros de destinos finales, así como también apoyar al control del tráfico de vida silvestre y sus elementos constitutivos. El…

El Sistema Nacional de Control Forestal (SNCF) es responsable de verificar, el cumplimiento de las regulaciones ambientales a través de la aplicación de diversos mecanismos, en toda la cadena de valor para los productos forestales, desde el aprovechamiento en campo, movilización, revisión y su comercialización en centros de destinos finales, así como también apoyar al control del tráfico de vida silvestre y sus elementos constitutivos. El…

L’Agence Française pour la Biodiversité (AFB) souhaite déposer en mars 2019 un projet LIFE intégré concernant les solutions fondées sur la nature pour l’adaptation au changement climatique. L’ambition globale consiste à identifier et lever les freins qui entravent aujourd’hui la mise en œuvre de ces actions dans les territoires. Quels sont les projets recherchés ? L’Agence française pour la biodiversité, dans une démarche exploratoire, souhaite…

Le Centre national de la fonction publique territoriale (CNFPT) est un établissement public français à caractère administratif qui intervient dans la gestion de la fonction publique territoriale. Le CNFPT exerce des missions d'administration générale, de conseil, de recrutement et de formation. Ce MOOC concerne, en application de la convention d’Aarhus et de l’article 7 de la Charte de l’Environnement, le droit des citoyens d’être informés et de…

The UNDP Country Office is looking to diversify its substantive portfolio and the services offered to its partners as well as enhance its ability to plan for and respond in a timely fashion to the needs of its stakeholders. The Intern will work in close consultation and collaboration with the Programme staff at UNDP Trinidad and Tobago Country Office, as well as non-resident agencies and Government officials, to help ensure successful project…

Most commodity sectors in developing countries are afflicted by poor production practices that lead to increasing pressure on ecosystems and fail to improve the livelihoods of rural communities. Poor production practices lead to negative environmental impacts such as biodiversity loss, deforestation, carbon emissions, soil erosion, depletion of water resources and contamination from chemicals. In fact, the largest driver of deforestation is the…

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is uniquely positioned to convene such an international symposium that aims to provide inspiration for innovation actors and decision-makers, especially in the developing countries, to unlock the potential of innovation to drive socio-economic growth in order to ensure food and nutrition security, alleviate poverty, improve resilience to changing environments and thereby achieve the Sustainable…

This Symposium is the only platform for presenting the up-to-date progress on sustainable development and the development of eco-efficient electr(on)ic & automotive products. The program will feature the latest in circular economy, environmental design, clean manufacturing, resource efficiency, climate change, new eco-efficient technologies, collection, reverse logistics, refurbishment, carbon trading, re-use, recycling and policy making from…

El cambio climático, la pérdida de la biodiversidad, la desertificación, la contaminación de los cuerpos hídricos, entre otros, representan algunos de los problemas ambientales más significativos que aceleradamente están transformando el planeta, y las múltiples interacciones en el sistema que integran la sociedad y la naturaleza. En ese sentido, el manejo del espacio, así como la gestión de los recursos naturales no pueden seguir realizándose de…