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Indicadores de sustentabilidade: uma análise comparativa

Author : Hans Michael van Bellen
Publisher : Editora FGV
ISBN 13 : 8522510334
Total Pages : 165 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (225 download)

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Download or read book Indicadores de sustentabilidade: uma análise comparativa written by Hans Michael van Bellen and published by Editora FGV. This book was released on 2015-09-02 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Este livro faz uma análise comparativa de três ferramentas que se propõem a medir a sustentabilidade do desenvolvimento: o ecological footprint method, o dashboard of sustainability e o barometer of sustainability, escolhidas por especialistas da área como as mais promissoras. Ao traçar um quadro sobre o estado-da-arte da mensuração do desenvolvimento, Hans Michael van Bellen busca melhorar o conhecimento sobre os indicadores de sustentabilidade, para que os tomadores de decisão e a sociedade civil utilizem essas ferramentas de forma consciente.

Indicadores de sustentabilidade

Author : Hans Michael van Bellen
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Total Pages : 0 pages
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Indicadores de Sustentabilidade Uma Análise Comparativa

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Download or read book Indicadores de Sustentabilidade Uma Análise Comparativa written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: O Final do Século XX Presenciou o Crescimento da Consciência da Sociedade em Relação a Degradação do Meio Ambiente Decorrente do Processo de Desenvolvimento O Aprofundamento da Crise Ambiental Juntamente Com a Reflexão Sistemática Sobre a Influência da Sociedade Neste Processo Conduziu a Um Novo Conceito o de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Este Conceito Alcançou Um Destaque Inusitado a Partir da Década de 90 Tornando Se Um dos Termos Mais Utilizados Para Se Definir Um Novo Modelo de Desenvolvimento Esta Crescente Ligitimidade de Conceito Entretanto Não Veio Acompanhada de Uma Discussão Crítica Consistente a Respeito do Seu Significado Efetivo e das Medidas Necessárias Para Alcançá Lo na Medida em Que Não Existe Consenso Relativo Sobre o Conceito Observa Se Uma Disparidade Conceitual Considerável nas Discussões Referentes à Avaliação da Sustentabilidade do Desenvolvimento Existe Uma Série de Ferramentas Ou Sistemas Que Procuram Avaliar o Grau de Sustentabilidade do Desenvolvimento Porém Não Se Conhecem Adequadamente as Características Teóricas e Práticas Destas Ferramentas Este Trabalho Procura Colaborar na Tarefa de Aprofundar a Discussão Sobre a Sustentabilidade e Sua Avaliação O Objetivo Geral Desta Pesquisa Foi Analisar Comparativamente as Principais Ferramentas Que Pretendem Mensurar o Grau de Sustentabilidade do Desenvolvimento Para Alcançar Este Objetivo Elaborou Se Primeiramente a Partir da Pesquisa Documental e Bibliográfica Uma Lista Com os Principais Sistemas Indicadores de Sustentabilidade Que Vem Sendo Atualmente Desenvolvidos e Utilizados Esta Lista de Sistemas de Indicadores Juntamente Com Um Questionário Foi Enviada a Uma Amostra Intencional de Especialistas da Área de Desenvolvimento Cuja Tarefa Principal Era Selecionar Dentre as Ferramentas Quais as Mais Relevantes no Contexto Internacional Contemporâneo os Resultados Deste Questionário Conduziram a Escolha das Três Principais Ferramentas de Avaliação de Sustentabilidade na Percepção dos Especialistas da Área Inicialmente os Métodos Selecionados Foram Analisados Individualmente Considerando Seu Histórico Seus Pressupostos Teóricos Suas Principais Características Com Ênfase Especial no Conceito de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Implícito e Através de Sua Aplicação Prática na Segunda e Última Etapa do Trabalho as Ferramentas de Avaliação Selecionadas Foram Comparadas a Partir de Categorias de Análise Previamente Definidas Foram Utilizadas Cinco Dimensões de Análise Derivadas da Fundamentação Teórica do Trabalho Que Auxiliaram no Processo de Comparação Destacando as Características as Semelhanças e as Principais Diferenças Entre os Métodos os Resultados da Análise Comparativa Atenderam Plenamente os Objetivos Propostos Pelo Projeto de Pesquisa e Reforçam a Necessidade de Se Conhecer Melhor as Ferramentas de Avaliação O Conhecimento Mais Aprofundado Destes Métodos Permite Que Estes Sejam Aplicados Considerando Suas Principais Características Vantagens e Limitações Conduzindo a Resultados Mais Legítimos e Confiáveis.

Sustainability Indicators in Practice

Author : Agnieszka Latawiec
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN 13 : 3110450674
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (14 download)

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Download or read book Sustainability Indicators in Practice written by Agnieszka Latawiec and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2016-01-29 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique book which reflects the multifaceted nature of sustainability by bringing together authors from interdisciplinary backgrounds. The book highlights the opportunities and challenges associated with applying sustainability indicators in different socio-cultural and geographical settings. It presents a range of possible solutions to common challenges associated with the use of indicators in practice.

Proceedings of the 6th Brazilian Technology Symposium (BTSym’20)

Author : Yuzo Iano
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030756807
Total Pages : 1030 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (37 download)

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Download or read book Proceedings of the 6th Brazilian Technology Symposium (BTSym’20) written by Yuzo Iano and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-06-14 with total page 1030 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents the Proceedings of The 6th Brazilian Technology Symposium (BTSym'20). The book discusses the current technological issues on Systems Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, such as the Transmission Line, Protein-Modified Mortars, Electromagnetic Properties, Clock Domains, Chebyshev Polynomials, Satellite Control Systems, Hough Transform, Watershed Transform, Blood Smear Images, Toxoplasma Gondi, Operation System Developments, MIMO Systems, Geothermal-Photovoltaic Energy Systems, Mineral Flotation Application, CMOS Techniques, Frameworks Developments, Physiological Parameters Applications, Brain–Computer Interface, Artificial Neural Networks, Computational Vision, Security Applications, FPGA Applications, IoT, Residential Automation, Data Acquisition, Industry 4.0, Cyber-Physical Systems, Digital Image Processing, Patters Recognition, Machine Learning, Photocatalytic Process, Physical–Chemical Analysis, Smoothing Filters, Frequency Synthesizers, Voltage-Controlled Ring Oscillator, Difference Amplifier, Photocatalysis, Photodegradation, current technological issues on Human, Smart and Sustainable Future of Cities, such as the Digital Transformation, Data Science, Hydrothermal Dispatch, Project Knowledge Transfer, Immunization Programs, Efficiency and Predictive Methods, PMBOK Applications, Logistics Process, IoT, Data Acquisition, Industry 4.0, Cyber-Physical Systems, Fingerspelling Recognition, Cognitive Ergonomics, Ecosystem Services, Environmental, Ecosystem Services Valuation, Solid Waste and University Extension.

Integrated Environmental Footprint Index (IPAI)

Author : Danilo De Oliveira Aleixo
Publisher : Paco e Littera
ISBN 13 : 8546226474
Total Pages : 76 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Integrated Environmental Footprint Index (IPAI) written by Danilo De Oliveira Aleixo and published by Paco e Littera. This book was released on 2024-02-08 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents the main concepts of water footprint, ecological footprint, carbon footprint, virtual water and the Ipai model (Integrated Environmental Footprint Index). Ipai model covers the water, ecological and carbon footprints of heterogeneous communities of Paraíba, small, medium and large cities of Paraíba and countries by continent. With an accessible language, it analyzes deeply the indices of water, ecological, carbon and Ipai footprints.

Proceedings of the 7th Brazilian Technology Symposium (BTSym’21)

Author : Yuzo Iano
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031085450
Total Pages : 785 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Proceedings of the 7th Brazilian Technology Symposium (BTSym’21) written by Yuzo Iano and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-07-20 with total page 785 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents the Proceedings of The 7th Brazilian Technology Symposium (BTSym'21). The book discusses current technological issues on Systems Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, such as the Transmission Line, Protein-modified mortars, Electromagnetic Properties, Clock Domains, Chebyshev Polynomials, Satellite Control Systems, Hough Transform, Watershed Transform, Blood Smear Images, Toxoplasma Gondi, Operation System Developments, MIMO Systems, Geothermal-Photovoltaic Energy Systems, Mineral Flotation Application, CMOS Techniques, Frameworks Developments, Physiological Parameters Applications, Brain Computer Interface, Artificial Neural Networks, Computational Vision, Security Applications, FPGA Applications, IoT, Residential Automation, Data Acquisition, Industry 4.0, Cyber-Physical Systems, Digital Image Processing, Patters Recognition, Machine Learning, Photocatalytic Process, Physical-chemical analysis, Smoothing Filters, Frequency Synthesizers, Voltage Controlled Ring Oscillator, Difference Amplifier, Photocatalysis, Photodegradation, current technological issues on Human, Smart and Sustainable Future of Cities, such as the Digital Transformation, Data Science, Hydrothermal Dispatch, Project Knowledge Transfer, Immunization Programs, Efficiency and Predictive Methods, PMBOK Applications, Logistics Process, IoT, Data Acquisition, Industry 4.0, Cyber-Physical Systems, Fingerspelling Recognition, Cognitive Ergonomics, Ecosystem services, Environmental, Ecosystem services valuation, Solid Waste and University Extension.

Towards Green Campus Operations

Author : Walter Leal Filho
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319768859
Total Pages : 896 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Towards Green Campus Operations written by Walter Leal Filho and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-05-14 with total page 896 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matters related to sustainable development, albeit global in nature, are best handled at the local level. This line of thinking is particularly true to the higher education context, where the design and implementation of sustainability initiatives on campuses can demonstrate how a given university translates the principles of sustainable development into practice, at the institutional level. Yet, there is a paucity of specific events where a dialogue among sustainability academics and practitioners concerned with a) research, projects b) teaching and c) planning and infra-structure leading to campus greening takes place, so as to allow a transdisciplinary and cross-sectoral exchange of ideas and experiences on the issues, matters and problems at hand. It is against this background that this book has been prepared. It is one of the outcomes of the “First Symposium on Sustainability in University Campuses” (SSUC-2017) organised by the University of São Paulo in Brazil, Manchester Metropolitan University (UK), the Research and Transfer Centre “Applications of Life Sciences” of the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany), and the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP). This book showcases examples of campus-based research and teaching projects, regenerative campus design, low-carbon and zero carbon buildings, waste prevention, and resilient transport, among others. It also demonstrates the role of campuses as platforms for transformative social learning and research, and explores the means via which university campuses can be made more sustainable. The aims of this publication are as follows: i. to provide universities with an opportunity to obtain information on campus greening and sustainable campus development initiatives from round the world; ii. to document and promote information, ideas and experiences acquired in the execution of research, teaching and projects on campus greening and design, especially successful initiatives and good practice; iii. to introduce methodological approaches and projects which aim to integrate the topic of sustainable development in campus design and operations. This book entails contributions from researchers and practitioners in the field of campus greening and sustainable development in the widest sense, from business and economics, to arts, administration and environment.

Sustainability Performance Evaluation of Renewable Energy Sources: The Case of Brazil

Author : João Fernando Gomes de Oliveira
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 331977607X
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Sustainability Performance Evaluation of Renewable Energy Sources: The Case of Brazil written by João Fernando Gomes de Oliveira and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-04-05 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a unique analysis of the sustainability performance of various renewable energy sources, based on Brazilian case studies. The evaluation also covers the potential held by regions with diverse socioeconomic and environmental characteristics and how they affect the development of each source. Considering that energy is essential to sustaining and improving modern society, the answer to the current energy dilemma lies in the development of a system that comprises multiple renewable, reliable, and sustainable energy sources. Brazil, which has a predominantly renewable electricity grid, has the privilege of being home to a range of different sustainable sources, although most of its electricity comes from hydroelectric power plants. With that in mind, this book has the primary objective of developing a performance evaluation system for important renewable sources in Brazil (solar, wind, and hydro), taking into account different scenarios and investor profiles. The analysis is based on the study of sustainability indicators related to the technical, economic, social and environmental aspects of the evaluated energy systems. As the availability of renewable sources is very location-specific, the scope of this book covers two Brazilian States with distinct characteristics. It makes it possible to determine which renewable energy source is most adequate from a sustainability perspective, and in light of the analyzed scope and investor profile.

Entrepreneurial, Innovative and Sustainable Ecosystems

Author : João Leitão
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319710141
Total Pages : 327 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Entrepreneurial, Innovative and Sustainable Ecosystems written by João Leitão and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-01-12 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a multidimensional approach by providing a state of the art on EIS ecosystems, as well as structural and changing dynamics and its impact on citizens’ quality of life. It provides a set of international benchmarking case studies on good practices and initiatives aimed at creating and fostering EIS ecosystems. It shows how these international benchmarks can be replicated to foster the creation of entrepreneurial and innovative units and promote sustainable practices, under an open innovation paradigm, which conjoins the participation of both public and private stakeholders, using co-creation, transparency and participatory budget practices the jointly improve accountability and public management. This book is a true reference guide for scholars, policy makers and practitioners interested on entrepreneurship, public procurement, innovation and sustainability engaged in building EIS ecosystems, which can enhance citizens’ quality of life.

Eco-friendly Innovations in Electricity Transmission and Distribution Networks

Author : Jean-Luc Bessede
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1782420193
Total Pages : 453 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (824 download)

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Book Synopsis Eco-friendly Innovations in Electricity Transmission and Distribution Networks by : Jean-Luc Bessede

Download or read book Eco-friendly Innovations in Electricity Transmission and Distribution Networks written by Jean-Luc Bessede and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-11-27 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electricity transmission and distribution (T&D) networks carry electricity from generation sites to demand sites. With the increasing penetration of decentralised and renewable energy systems, in particular variable power sources such as wind turbines, and the rise in demand-side technologies, the importance of innovative products has never been greater. Eco-design approaches and standards in this field are aimed at improving the performance as well as the overall sustainability of T&D network equipment. This multidisciplinary reference provides coverage of developments and lessons-learned in the fields of eco-design of innovation from product-specific issues to system approaches, including case studies featuring problem-solving methodologies applicable to electricity transmission and distribution networks. - Discusses key environmental issues and methodologies for eco-design, and applies this to development of equipment for electricity transmission and distribution. - Provides analysis of using and assessing advanced equipment for wind energy systems. - Includes reviews of the energy infrastructure for demand-side management in the US and Scandinavia.

Corporate Social Responsibility in Brazil

Author : Christopher Stehr
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319906054
Total Pages : 439 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (199 download)

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Download or read book Corporate Social Responsibility in Brazil written by Christopher Stehr and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-08-01 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the practice of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Latin America, with a particular focus on Brazil. Drawing on historical developments and theoretical reflections alike, it introduces readers to the state of the art in Brazilian CSR. The authors present a range of regulatory and entrepreneurial frameworks that form the basis for business and CSR activities in Brazil. In a number of detailed case studies from various Brazilian institutions and enterprises, the book provides revealing insights into the practice of sustainable and responsible business conduct in this country. Subsequent chapters show the effects of anti-corruption laws, which have since informed corporations’ compliance agendas, and discuss recent, massive corruption scandals. Generally speaking, the book provides a highly informative and practice-oriented resource that successfully reconciles an ostensible contradiction – corporate social responsibility and Brazil.

Modelo para mensuração da sustentabilidade corporativa através de indicadores

Author : Juliana Scapulatempo Strobel
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (817 download)

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Download or read book Modelo para mensuração da sustentabilidade corporativa através de indicadores written by Juliana Scapulatempo Strobel and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Este trabalho aborda o tema da mensuração da sustentabilidade corporativa através de indicadores, considerando-se as dimensões ambiental, social e econômica da sustentabilidade. Para a avaliação das ações empresariais tomadas rumo à sustentabilidade em seu conceito amplo, tornam-se necessárias formas de mensuração dos seus resultados. Sendo assim, o objetivo geral desta pesquisa consiste em desenvolver um modelo alternativo para a mensuração da sustentabilidade corporativa por meio de indicadores. Utilizou-se a técnica de análise comparativa para estabelecer as principais diferenças e similaridades entre as abordagens escolhidas segundo o critério de complementaridade: o Dow Jones Sustainability Index - DJSI, o Global Reporting Initiative - GRI, a iniciativa do Instituto Ethos, o Modelo de Planejamento Estratégico para a Sustentabilidade Empresarial - PEPSE e o Método de Avaliação dos Indicadores de Sustentabilidade de uma Organização - MAIS. Com base nesta análise comparativa foi proposto um modelo alternativo para a mensuração da sustentabilidade corporativa através de indicadores, que permite a conversão de indicadores qualitativos em quantitativos através da metodologia de Comparação Par a Par viabilizada pelo software Macbeth. O modelo foi aplicado em quatro empresas do setor têxtil catarinense através de um questionário de resposta ágil e simples, sem no entanto deixar de abranger indicadores correspondentes a todos os temas e variáveis definidos no modelo. Os resultados demonstram que o modelo permite a verificação de diferenças entre os Graus de Sustentabilidade Corporativa das empresas pesquisadas, sendo possível a identificação das discrepâncias ao nível das variáveis e temas do modelo, e permitindo a verificação dos pontos fortes e fracos nas três dimensões da sustentabilidade de cada empresa pesquisada.

Non-Conventional Materials and Technologies

Author : Khosrow Ghavami
Publisher : Materials Research Forum LLC
ISBN 13 : 1945291826
Total Pages : 820 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (452 download)

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Download or read book Non-Conventional Materials and Technologies written by Khosrow Ghavami and published by Materials Research Forum LLC. This book was released on 2018-11-25 with total page 820 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book presents new research in the area of biobased “green composites”. Biobased materials involve renewable agricultural and forestry feedstocks, including wood, agricultural waste, grasses and natural plant fibers. These lignocellulosic materials are composed mainly of carbohydrates such as sugar and lignin, cellulose, vegetable oils and proteins. Much research is concerned with renewable materials such as bamboo, vegetable ﬁbers, soil composites and recycled materials such as rice husk ash and sugar cane ash. The general aim here is to use renewable and non-polluting materials in ways that offer a high degree of sustainability and preserve the remaining natural resources for future generations. Keywords: Biobased Materials, Renewable Materials, Non-polluting Materials, Sustainability, Wood, Agricultural Waste, Grasses, Natural Plant Fibers, Lignocellulosic Materials, Carbohydrates, Sugars, Lignin, Cellulose, Vegetable Oils, Proteins, Bamboo, Vegetable Fibers, Soil Composites, Recycled Materials, Rice Husk Ash, Sugar Cane Ash, Fiber-reinforced Concrete, Post-disaster Reconstruction, Guadua Fibers, Prefabricated Bamboo Guadua Panels, Multi-Level Bamboo Structures, Alkaline Activated Cements, Polymer Residues Reinforced with Glass Fiber, Composites Reinforced with Vegetal Fibers, Sisal Fibers, Bamboo Arch Structure, Adobe Reinforced with Wheat Fibers, Fiber Reinforced Microconcrete, Cements with High Coal Waste Contents, Natural Composites, Geopolymer Concretes.

Advances in Ergonomics In Design, Usability & Special Populations: Part I

Author : Marcelo Soares
Publisher : AHFE International (USA)
ISBN 13 : 1495121062
Total Pages : 698 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (951 download)

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Download or read book Advances in Ergonomics In Design, Usability & Special Populations: Part I written by Marcelo Soares and published by AHFE International (USA). This book was released on 2022-07-19 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Successful interaction with products, tools and technologies depends on usable designs and accommodating the needs of potential users without requiring costly training. In this context, this book is concerned with emerging ergonomics in design concepts, theories and applications of human factors knowledge focusing on the discovery, design and understanding of human interaction and usability issues with products and systems for their improvement. This book will be of special value to a large variety of professionals, researchers and students in the broad field of human modeling and performance who are interested in feedback of devices’ interfaces (visual and haptic), user-centered design, and design for special populations, particularly the elderly. We hope this book is informative, but even more - that it is thought provoking. We hope it inspires, leading the reader to contemplate other questions, applications, and potential solutions in creating good designs for all.

Sustainable water management in the tropics and subtropics - and case studies in Brazil. Vl. 4.

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Publisher : unipampa
ISBN 13 : 8563337238
Total Pages : 1521 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (633 download)

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Agricultural extension: Global status and performance in selected countries

Author : Davis, Kristin E., ed.
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
ISBN 13 : 0896293750
Total Pages : 380 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (962 download)

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Download or read book Agricultural extension: Global status and performance in selected countries written by Davis, Kristin E., ed. and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2020-09-02 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Agricultural transformation and development are critical to the livelihoods of more than a billion small-scale farmers and other rural people in developing countries. Extension and advisory services play an important role in such transformation and can assist farmers with advice and information, brokering and facilitating innovations and relationships, and dealing with risks and disasters. Agricultural Extension: Global Status and Performance in Selected Countries provides a global overview of agricultural extension and advisory services, assesses and compares extension systems at the national and regional levels, examines the performance of extension approaches in a selected set of country cases, and shares lessons and policy insights. Drawing on both primary and secondary data, the book contributes to the literature on extension by applying a common and comprehensive framework — the “best-fit” approach — to assessments of extension systems, which allows for comparison across cases and geographies. Insights from the research support reforms — in governance, capacity, management, and advisory methods — to improve outcomes, enhance financial sustainability, and achieve greater scale. Agricultural Extension should be a valuable resource for policymakers, extension practitioners, and others concerned with agricultural development.