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Total Pages : 34 pages
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Download or read book Earth Summit +5 written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Michael Allaby
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1438100612
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (381 download)
Download or read book Deserts written by Michael Allaby and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life in the desert holds a range of biological adaptations. From camels to desert scorpions to snakes, the biodiversity of these areas is fascinating. Deserts presents the intricacies of this seemingly barren and harsh ecosystem, explaining how and
Author : B. Chaytor
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9401701350
Total Pages : 365 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (17 download)
Download or read book International Environmental Law and Policy in Africa written by B. Chaytor and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-11-11 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: C.O.OKIDl1 I welcome the opportunity to prepare a Foreword to the book on Environmental Policy and Law in Africa, edited by Kevin R. Gray and Beatrice Chaytor. It is a pleasure to do that because the book is a contribution to the cause of capacity building for development and implementation of environmental law in Africa, a goal towards which I have had an undivided focus over the last two decades. There is still some belief in and outside Africa that for developing countries in general, and Africa in particular, development and implementation of environmental law is not a priority. This belief prevails strongly in many quarters of the industrialised countries. In fact, the view is held either out of blatant ignorance or by some renegade industrialists who fail to appreciate Michael Royston's 1979 thesis that Pollution Prevention Pays.2 That group, for obvious reasons, must have their correspondent counterparts in Africa to provide hope that industries rejected as derelict in the West or inoperable due to rigorous environmental regulation, can find homes to which they can escape and dump their polluting industries.
Author : Alasdair Cameron
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136309705
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (363 download)
Download or read book Desert Energy written by Alasdair Cameron and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-08-21 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 2013. Desert Energy examines the key technologies being deployed in an effort to tap the potential presented by the world’s deserts for siting large scale solar power applications, and surveys the feasibility of such projects given the remoteness and hostility of these environments. Focusing on large scale photovoltaics and concentrating solar thermal power, the book explains how the systems work, projects that are being planned, the required scales, and the technical difficulties they need to overcome to function effectively. It then moves on to examine the economics of such projects and the social and environmental effects they may have. The book also considers the future for these systems as well as other, less developed technologies which may have a role to play. With reference throughout to built or planned projects, and written in a clear, jargon-free style, this is a must-read for anyone interested in the development of large scale solar applications.
Author : Frank Maes
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1782546898
Total Pages : 486 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (825 download)
Download or read book Biodiversity and Climate Change written by Frank Maes and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ŠToday, climate change is already highly impacting on biodiversity. This adds to existing stress on biodiversity. Current extinction rates are unprecedented in history. This book addresses the many legal issues involved from a variety of perspectives b
Author : Anil Agarwal
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Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)
Download or read book Green Politics written by Anil Agarwal and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Anton Imeson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119979781
Total Pages : 346 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (199 download)
Download or read book Desertification, Land Degradation and Sustainability written by Anton Imeson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-01-25 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Desertification offers a comprehensive overview of the subject and clearly emphasizes the link between local and global desertification processes and how past and current policy has affected arid environments and their populations. This text adequately applies the research undertaken during the last 15 years on the topic. Desertification has become increasingly politicized and there is a need to present and explain the facts from a global perspective. This book tackles the issues surrounding desertification in a number of ways from differing scales (local to global), processes (physical to human), the relationship of desertification to current global development and management responses at different scales. Desertification has been mainstreamed and integrated into other areas of concern and has consequently been ignored as a cross cutting issue. The book redresses this balance. Making use of much original data and information that has been undertaken by many scientists andpractitioners during the last decade in different parts of the world, Desertification, Land Degradation and Sustainability is organised according to the principles of adaptive management and hierarchy theory and clearly explains desertification within a framework of evolving and interacting physical and socio-economic systems. In addition to research data the book also draws from the National Action Plans of different countries, the IPCC Fourth Assessment on Climate Change and the Millennium assessments. Clearly structured throughout, the content of the book is organised at different scales; local, regional and global. It also specifically explains processes linking top-down and bottom- up interactions and has a strong human component. The historical, cultural and physical context is also stressed. Clearly organised into the following distinct sections: a) Concepts and processes b) Data c) Impacts d) Responses e) Case studies. This text is essential for anyone studying desertification as part of an earth and environmental science degree.
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ISBN 13 : 9780195531916
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (319 download)
Download or read book Our Common Future written by and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Oswaal Editorial Board
Publisher : Oswaal Books
ISBN 13 : 9357285067
Total Pages : 1217 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (572 download)
Download or read book Oswaal CDS Question Bank | Chapter-wise & Topic-wise Previous Years Solved Question Papers (2014-2023) Set of 3 Books : English, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics For 2024 Exam written by Oswaal Editorial Board and published by Oswaal Books. This book was released on 2024-01-25 with total page 1217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Description of the product ✍️ 100% updated: with Fully Solved April & September 2023 Papers 🔎 Concept Clarity: with detailed explanations of 2014 to 2023 Papers 📚 Extensive Practice: with 1200+ Questions and Two Sample Question Papers 🧠 Crisp Revision: with Concept Based Revision Notes, Mind Maps & Mnemonics 👨🏫 Expert Tips: helps you get expert knowledge master & crack CDS in first attempt 📊 Exam insights: with 5 Year-wise (2019-2023) Trend Analysis, empowering students to be 100% exam ready
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Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9789291208876
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (88 download)
Download or read book The effectiveness of multilateral environmental agreements written by and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 1996 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Department of Economic & Social Affairs
Publisher : United Nations Publications
ISBN 13 : 9789211045871
Total Pages : 295 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (458 download)
Download or read book Achieving Sustainable Development and Promoting Development Cooperation written by Department of Economic & Social Affairs and published by United Nations Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents an overview of the key debates that took place during the Economic and Social Council meetings at the 2007 High-level Segment, at which ECOSOC organized its first biennial Development Cooperation Forum. The discussions also revolved around the theme of the second Annual Ministerial Review, "Implementing the internationally agreed goals and commitments in regard to sustainable development."--P. 4 of cover.
Author : Jorge E. Viñuales
Publisher : OUP Oxford
ISBN 13 : 0191510424
Total Pages : 831 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (915 download)
Download or read book The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development written by Jorge E. Viñuales and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2015-02-05 with total page 831 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The international community has long grappled with the issue of safeguarding the environment and encouraging sustainable development, often with little result. The 1992 Rio Declaration on Environment and Development was an emphatic attempt to address this issue, setting down 27 key principles for the international community to follow. These principles define the rights of people to sustainable development, and the responsibilities of states to safeguard the common environment. The Rio Declaration established that long term economic progress required a connection to environmental protection. It was designed as an authoritative and comprehensive statement of the principles of sustainable development law, an instrument to take stock of the past international and domestic practice, a guide for the design of new multilateral environmental regimes, and as a reference for litigation. This commentary provides an authoritative and comprehensive overview of the principles of the Declaration, written by over thirty inter-disciplinary contributors, including both leading practitioners and academics. Each principle is analysed in light of its origins and rationale. The book investigates each principle's travaux préparatoires setting out the main points of controversy and the position of different countries or groups. It analyses the scope and dimensions of each principle, providing an in-depth understanding of its legal effects, including whether it can be relied before a domestic or international court. It also assesses the impact of the principles on subsequent soft law and treaty development, as well as domestic and international jurisprudence. The authors demonstrate the ways in which the principles interact with each other, and finally provide a detailed analysis of the shortcomings and future potential of each principle. This book will be of vital importance to practitioners, scholars, and students of international environomental law and sustainable development.
Author : United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (Secretariat)
Publisher : United Nations Publications
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Global Alarm written by United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (Secretariat) and published by United Nations Publications. This book was released on 2001 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After a devastating dust storm that swept across Northern China in 2000, there was much interest in examining and analyzing experiences with dust storm mitigation, prevention, forecasting and control. What has emerged from the writings collected in this publication is that sand and dust storms are both a symptom and cause of desertification. They are often an early warning that things are going wrong. Combating these storms demands political, social, biological, economic, educational and engineering approaches as well as the physical effort that has dominated efforts in the past. This publication provides an analysis of the factors contributing to dust and sandstorms and also provides examples of how the menace can be brought under control through a series of measures, ranging from mechanical interventions and bio-remediation to policy change and legislative back up.
Author : Oswaal Editorial Board
Publisher : Oswaal Books
ISBN 13 : 9362397811
Total Pages : 841 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (623 download)
Download or read book Oswaal 30 Years' UPSC Topic wise Question Bank | Civil Services Examination Prelims | Previous Years Solved Papers | GS 1 (2024-1995) & CSAT (2024-2011) Papers (For 2025 Exam) by Avadh Ojha written by Oswaal Editorial Board and published by Oswaal Books. This book was released on 2024-07-17 with total page 841 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The UPSC Civil Services Examination is one of the most prestigious and challenging examinations in India. Aspiring candidates must be well-prepared, not only in terms of knowledge but also in their understanding of the examination’s intricacies. With this in mind, Oswaal Books, under the esteemed guidance and supervision of Avadh Ojha sir, a legend in the UPSC preparation industry, presents the thoroughly revised and updated edition of the “30 Years UPSC Topic-Wise Solved Papers” This new edition is more impactful and powerful, thanks to the mentorship of Avadh Ojha sir, whose experience and insights have significantly enhanced the quality and relevance of the content. This book is carefully crafted to help aspirants in their preparation journey. ➡️Key Benefits: ✍ Micro-Level Division: The book is systematically divided into subject-wise and topic-wise sections, allowing aspirants to focus on specific areas of study. 📚 Accurate Mapping : Every question up to the year 2023 is mapped with the UPSC’s official answer keys. This ensures that candidates are not only practicing relevant questions but are also able to compare their answers with the official responses. 📖 Detailed Explanations : Each question is accompanied by a detailed and elaborated explanation. This helps in understanding the underlying concepts and the rationale behind the correct answers, fostering deeper learning and retention. 🔍 Micro Trend Analysis : The book includes a micro trend analysis, which provides insights into the importance of various topics over the years. This analysis helps aspirants prioritize their study plan based on the topics’ frequency and significance in the UPSC exams. 👨🏫 Comprehensive Statement Analysis : The explanation of each question’s statement is thorough, considering the importance of every statement in the context of the UPSC exams. We are confident that this edition, with its robust features and the invaluable mentorship of Avadh Ojha sir, will be an indispensable resource for all UPSC aspirants. It is our earnest hope that this book will empower candidates to excel in their preparation and achieve their dreams of serving the nation.
Author : United Nations
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781482672770
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (727 download)
Download or read book Agenda 21 written by United Nations and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-03-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Agenda 21 is a non-binding, voluntarily implemented action plan of the United Nations with regard to sustainable development. It is a product of the UN Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1992. Its purpose is an action agenda for the UN, other multilateral organizations, and individual governments around the world that can be executed at local, national, and global levels. The "21" in Agenda 21 refers to the 21st century.
Author : Pamela Chasek
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136450882
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (364 download)
Download or read book The Roads from Rio written by Pamela Chasek and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-04-23 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, popularly known as the Rio Earth Summit, the world’s leaders constructed a new "sustainable development" paradigm that promised to enhance environmentally sound economic and social development. Twenty years later, the proliferation of multilateral environmental agreements points to an unprecedented achievement, but is worth examining for its accomplishments and shortcomings. This book provides a review of twenty years of multilateral environmental negotiations (1992-2012). The authors have participated in most of these negotiating processes and use their first-hand knowledge as writers for the International Institute for Sustainable Development’s Earth Negotiations Bulletin as they illustrate the changes that have taken place over the past twenty years. The chapters examine the proliferation of meetings, the changes in the actors and their roles (governments, nongovernmental organizations, secretariats), the interlinkages of issues, the impact of scientific advice, and the challenges of implementation across negotiating processes, including the Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Convention to Combat Desertification, the Convention on Biological Diversity, the Commission on Sustainable Development, the UN Forum on Forests, the chemicals conventions (Stockholm, Basel and Rotterdam), the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, the Convention on Migratory Species and the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Report of the International Conference on Population and Development, Cairo, 5-13 September 1994 written by United Nations and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
