SEED was founded at the 2002 World Summit on Sustainable Development in Johannesburg by UN Environment, UNDP and IUCN as a global partnership for action on sustainable development and the green economy. SEED is based on the understanding that the promotion of social and environmental entrepreneurship is pivotal for environmentally friendly and socially inclusive development and poverty reduction. The SEED Awards 2021 are looking for innovative…

Background: The Global Yield Gap Atlas (GYGA) aims to provide robust estimates of untapped crop production potential on existing farmland based on the current climate and available soil and water resources. Results from the atlas can serve for identifying regions with the greatest potential for investment in agricultural development and technology transfer and to monitor impact over time. The atlas can also be used as a foundation for studies…

The International Center for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) invites applications for the position of Regional Programme Manager (Adaptation and Resilience Building). Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director-General, the Regional Programme Manager will guide the Programme, including programmatic and intellectual leadership, planning and coordination, budgeting and financial management, coordination and communication with…

The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development invites applications for the position of Regional Programme Manager (Atmosphere). Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director-General, the Regional Programme Manager will guide the Programme, including programmatic and intellectual leadership, planning and coordination, budgeting and financial management, coordination and communication with stakeholders, engaging relevant human…

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for the master programme of Soil and Sustainability. This programme is for students who wish to pursue a career in land-based management or environmental protection and gain a greater understanding of soil within the context of sustainable management. The degree is designed to provide a preparation for an industry or academic research career or a professional career in soil science and…

The Government of Jamaica has identified the use of water harvesting including rainwater harvesting systems as one of the needed measures to reduce the insecurities associated with water availability for agriculture and potable use. Such systems will also reduce the vulnerability of local communities such as those located in Northern Clarendon and West Kingston to the impacts of climate change. One activity under this programme is to enhance…

This is a great learning opportunity for anyone with an interest in the future of the world, and how it can be improved. The current conditions of the world in relation to sustainable development such as peace, healthcare, sustainable cities, and water and sanitation will be critically analysed. Key topics of the course, will be among others: The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) framework; Introduction to the challenges to…

Through the development of creative and critical perspectives on sustainability, the Masters program in Sustainable Agriculture focuses on innovative ways of enhancing agriculture for the medium to long term. This course is designed to equip students with high-level analytical, research and problem-solving skills and conceptual insight. In a capstone project, students will develop a research question in an area of interest, gather evidence and…

The International Symposium on Water Resource and Environmental Management (WREM) 2018 that brings together scientists, policy makers, students, and a broad range of stakeholders to discuss and learn about water resources and environmental protection. The key themes of the WREM 2018 will include resilient water management, habitat conservation, non-point source pollution, the role of industry and agriculture in water management. Topics of…

The OECD will hold its 2018 Green Growth and Sustainable Development (GGSD) Forum on the theme of “Inclusive solutions for the green transition: Competitiveness, jobs/skills and social dimensions”. It will be held in conjunction with the Annual Conference of the Green Growth Knowledge Platform (GGKP), global partnership established by the OECD, Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), UN Environment and the World Bank. The conference will address…

The United Nations Institute for Training and Research in association with UN Climate Change Learning Partnership is launching an E-learning course in March, 2019. Key modules include, among many others: What is climate change? How to adapt to the negative impacts of climate change? What opportunities exist for a low carbon future? How to plan and finance climate actions? How climate negotiations work? Learners will also develop a concrete action…

“Les pluies de Juillet” est un festival éco responsable mélant conferences, projection de films engagés et concerts. Des thèmes comme le changement des pratiques agricoles, l’impact du comportement individuel ou encore la question de la dépendance énergétique seront abordés. Cet évènement permet de concilier l’engagement écologique et l’aspect récréatif indispensable pour toucher le plus grand nombre de personnes possible. Pour plus d…

Water is a key component of development. It is crucial in agriculture and other sectors. As a result of climate change, most countries are facing a water crisis that is jeopardizing their agricultural production and livelihood, thereby being at a risk of increased poverty and non-sustainable development. The purpose of this short professional course is to address the situation through training in management and governance of water resources. Key…

The survival of all life on Earth depends on properly functioning ecosystems. Without biodiversity, ecosystems break down. When this happens, our water systems, the air we breathe and the environments in which we grow food are all impacted. Conserving the environment has become a global priority, and those with specialist skills in reducing our footprint along with identifying strategies for preserving our rich diversity are in demand. This broad…

This program is a hands-on experience in Permaculture, Mobile Rice Mills and other innovative technologies and techniques. This opportunity is opened to all interested in protecting the environment. This NGO works to design and implement various environmental strategies to reduce man's impact upon the Balinese landscape. Tasks will include, among others: Construction of various micro-infrastructure projects, including; Biogas, hydro-electric…

Farsight Africa Group is a leading full-service Pan-African research and communications company that delivers impactful solutions to companies, governments, development organizations’ and individuals across East-Africa. The company is looking to expand its pool of local and international consultants based in Somalia with focus on the areas below: Climate Change Forestry Natural Resource Management Biodiversity Water/WASH Education Energy…

Each part of the world faces specific vulnerabilities to climate change and has different opportunities to mitigate the effects and build resilience in the 21st century. With the ratification of the Paris Agreement, many countries have acceded to act in combatting climate change. Indeed, without climate action, decades of sustainable development is at risk, thus making this a ‘make or break’ point in time. Showcasing the most recent scientific…

This is the first of three short videos showcasing the dramatic changes in Alaska's marine ecosystems. This introduction to the impacts of climate change in Alaska includes interviews with Alaska Natives, commentary by scientists, and footage from Alaska's Arctic. This video provides a human dimension to changes being observed in the region over seasonal and longer term time scales. Rates of change in the Arctic vs. other places is well described…

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Woods Hole Research Center seeks a post-doctoral researcher to co-lead an investigation into Russia's primary forests. The successful candidate will work closely with the lead scientist and collaborators to assess the impact of land use, wildfires, and other disturbances on the spatial distribution, carbon cycling, and ecosystem services of primary boreal forests in Siberia, as well as provide policy recommendations for relevant national and…

The main objective of the consultancy is to provide technical expertise in the area of Integrated Flood Control to develop a full Feasibility Study for decreasing current and future flood impacts in the Trois Rivieres Watershed. The feasibility study expert has responsibility for defining a set of interventions; both in terms of hard measures (grey and green infrastructure) and soft measures (e.g. policy and trainings), that will be most…

The Finance Catalyst links renewable energy projects to finance opportunities and vice versa, targeting small- and medium-scale renewable energy projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Finance Catalyst team works with project developers to connect qualified projects in renewable energy to development finance institutions, impact investors, and commercial lenders. Applicants may be private-sector developers (local and international), NGOs…

The Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project (TCAP), financed by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), was approved in June 2016 and the project implementation commenced in September 2017. The primary focus of the project is to put in place robust coastal protection measures in the three islands of Funafuti, Nanumea and Nanumaga; and by building institutional and community-level capacities to prepare for the impact of increasingly intensive wave actions in the…

This e-learning course focuses on the background information on climate change, the drivers of deforestation, and strategies for reducing deforestation and forest degradation. Once you complete this course you will be able to: Describe climate change and the greenhouse effect; Identify and describe climate change causes and impacts; Identify and describe climate change mitigation strategies; Identify and describe the role of forests in climate…

The Melinda Gray Ardia Environmental Foundation seeks to contribute to the development, implementation, and/or field testing of environmental curricula. The objective is to empower and encourage students to become involved in solving environmental and social problems. Any organization is eligible to apply such as: schools, non-profits, governmental agencies and others. A proposal must indicate the focus, mission, and/or philosophy of the…