Leidos invites applications for the position of Environmental Analysis - Specialist, to be responsible for the implementation of National Science Foundation (NSF) environmental protection programs under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Antarctic Conservation Act and the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty. The incumbent shall assist or lead in the preparation of documentation for assessing environmental impact (EIA)…

The Rockingham County Conservation District is seeking an intern for Fall 2018. The primary work will be chemical control of invasive species at restoration sites using low impact herbicides. Additional work may include brush cutting, planting, and seeding. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a number of habitat restoration sites in southeastern New Hampshire and learn about vegetation management in that context…

This e-learning module discusses global climate change that is occurring largely because of greenhouse gases emitted by human activities, and in particular the impact that tropical deforestation plays in the climate system. It also covers signs of climate change, the current thinking on future changes, and international agreements that are attempting to minimize the effects of climate change. Some of the learning goals of the module will be…

The University of Greenwich offers a BSc Hons degree in Environmental Science. With its mix of social, natural and physical sciences and emphasis on sustainability, the program prepares one for careers that have real impact on the world. Environmental Science will develop one's understanding of the interactions between living systems and the physical landscape and its processes, and how society affects these. Key Modules include, among many…

Voices that Inspire is a signature fellowship to support young women who are dedicated to making a positive impact in their countries. The International Land Coalition aims to increase the opportunity, leadership capacity, network and funding resources to unleash the leadership potential of young women around the world; sparking a global movement to empower young women, create sustainable change, and transform the meaning of leadership. All…

International Impact recherche un.e volontaire en Equateur afin de participer a la realisation d'une plantation d'agroforesterie. L'objectif général de la mission est de préserver nos forêts tropicales en favorisant les techniques d'agroforesterie par la culture du cacaoyer traditionnel et natif "Arriba National", tout en développant une activité économique durable. International impact est une ONG, œuvre d’intérêt général. Elle se donne pour…

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) 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. In Latin America and the Caribbean, the programme focuses on the following: The environmental drivers and impacts of…

What does a successful early childhood care program look like? How has a child’s brain developed at the age of 3? How does nutrition impact the future well-being of a child into adulthood? Learn the answers to these questions and more in "The Best Start in Life: Early Childhood Development for Sustainable Development". With leading experts in the field – hailing from Harvard University, New York University and UNICEF, among other institutions –…

Our modern society has political, social, cultural and economic needs that do not always sit easily with maintaining environmental integrity. Environmental management centres upon society's impact on the environment and the management choices available to reduce or mitigate this impact. Massey’s environmental management programme reflects the growing need to protect the environment and use resources of land, water, soil, plants, and animals in a…

The Summer School of Justus Liebig University Giessen on Climate Change Impacts on the Agro-Food Chain brings together the excellence of research in climatology, geography, ecology, landscape and resource management, nutrition, sociology, agricultural policy and economics. It will serve as a platform of education and knowledge transfer, interaction among disciplines, communication and collaboration between students and renowned scientists…

This program is a hands-on experience in Permaculture, Mobile Rice Mills and other innovative technologies and techniques based in Ubud, Indonesia. As a participant on the Environmental Internship programme, you will be working with a local NGO and Balinese farming communities to improve environmental practices and standards. Many of the farmers you'll meet have already been working to counter the negative environmental impact of the so-called…

Do you know anyone or institution fighting land issues in order to make the world a better place? Nominate them NOW! The Land for Life Award recognizes excellence in efforts towards achieving land degradation neutrality. Individuals, institutions and businesses, non-governmental organizations, policy makers and civil society as well as academic and research organizations are eligible for the award. As the UN Convention to Combat Desertification…

GlobeDrought Webinar series is based on 12 learning blocks that will be delivered sequentially. Each learning block covers a topic with three activities including a Webinar, online lecture followed by facilitated forum discussion. The first introductory webinar & lecture provide a general overview of the objectives of GlobeDrought. It will discuss the relevance of understanding and assessing drought risk and its sectoral impacts in order to…

This programme aims to introduce students to the concepts of soil for the 21st century and is suitable for students wishing to pursue a career in land-based management or environmental protection. Soils underpin the sustainability of terrestrial ecosystems and are key to food production. Soils form the basis of all agricultural production, but they also store water, mediate the impact of pollutants, provide biological habitats, have an impact on…

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1961, working in the field of wilderness preservation, and the reduction of human impact on the environment. WWF is the world's largest conservation organization with over five million supporters worldwide, working in more than 100 countries, supporting around 3000 conservation and environmental projects The Resource Mobilisation and Quality…

Wageningen Center for Development Innovation and Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) is organizing a Course on Climate Smart Landscapes in Bonn. A great entry point for addressing climate impacts in an integrated way, is at the landscape level. This course, will address landscape from a biophysical perspective, taking into account ecological and hydrographical processes as well as from a socio-economic and a governance perspective. Some key objectives…

As a participant on the Environmental Internship programme, you will be working with a local NGO and Balinese farming communities to improve environmental practices and standards. Many of the farmers you'll meet have already been working to counter the negative environmental impact of the so-called 'Green Revolution,' a set of initiatives sponsored by the Indonesian government in the 1950's and 60's to increase crop yields using harmful…