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The Jarrah Forest

Author : Bernard Dell
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9400931115
Total Pages : 405 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book The Jarrah Forest written by Bernard Dell and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Western Australian jarrah forest is unique, contammg some of the most beautiful flora in the world, more than 100 species of birds and some 50 mammals indigenous to this State. This book "The Jarrah Forest - A Complex Mediterranean Ecosystem" is a collection of scholarly essays on every known aspect of the northern part of the jarrah forest extending from south of Collie to the Avon River. All of the work has been researched by members of tertiary institutions, the private sector and government instrumentalities and was prepared expressly for this book. In the list of contributors are the names of many Western Australians who are in the forefront of their particular field. The book will be a very important reference work for senior secondary schools and tertiary institutions in Western Australia for many years to come. Additionally, it will have wide appeal to all interested in forestry management, both in Australia and overseas. I should like to express my appreciation for the efforts of all those involved in the conception and planning of this most valuable book. Perth, August 1988 Peter Dowding LL.B. M.L.A.

Forest Monitoring

Author : Martin Lorenz
Publisher : Elsevier Inc. Chapters
ISBN 13 : 0128055154
Total Pages : 22 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book Forest Monitoring written by Martin Lorenz and published by Elsevier Inc. Chapters. This book was released on 2013-03-16 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forest assessments aim at meeting a variety of information needs, such as forest health, forest volume and growth, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, as well as relationships between forests, climate change, and air pollution. Respective forest assessments have been implemented in Europe on different scales with different intensities. The ICP Forests has been established in 1985. With its currently more than 6800 large-scale and more than 760 intensive monitoring plots in Europe and with 40 countries of Europe as well as with Canada and the United States of America also participating, ICP Forests constitutes one of the largest forest monitoring programs in the world. It contributes cooperates with numerous scientific and political institutions and programs. In this context, an overview on current forest information needs and on monitoring approaches and initiatives is provided. Examples of main results are provided.

Global Warming Impacts

Author : Stefano Casalegno
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 9533077859
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (33 download)

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Download or read book Global Warming Impacts written by Stefano Casalegno and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses the theme of the impacts of global warming on different specific fields, ranging from the regional and global economy, to agriculture, human health, urban areas, land vegetation, marine areas and mangroves. Despite the volume of scientific work that has been undertaken in relation to each of each of these issues, the study of the impacts of global warming upon them is a relatively recent and unexplored topic. The chapters of this book offer a broad overview of potential applications of global warming science. As this science continues to evolve, confirm and reject study hypotheses, it is hoped that this book will stimulate further developments in relation to the impacts of changes in the global climate.

Forest Monitoring

Author :
Publisher : Newnes
ISBN 13 : 0080982255
Total Pages : 537 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Forest Monitoring written by and published by Newnes. This book was released on 2013-03-16 with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The demand for comparable, long-term, high quality data on forest ecosystems' status and changes is increasing at the international and global level. Yet, sources for such data are limited and in many case it is not possible to compare data from different monitoring initiatives across space and time because of methodological differences. Apart from technical manuals, there is no comprehensive multidisciplinary, scientific, peer-reviewed reference for forest monitoring methods that can serve and support the user community. This book provides in a single reference the state-of-the-art of monitoring methods as applied at the international level.The book present scientific concepts and methods that form the basis of the transnational, long-term forest monitoring in Europe and looks at other initiatives at the global level. Standardized methods that have been developed over two decades in international forest monitoring projects are presented. Emphasis is put on trans-nationally harmonized methods, related data quality issues, current achievements and on remaining open questions. - A comprehensive overview of needs, requirements, organization and possible outcomes of an integrated monitoring program - Tested and quality assured, internationally harmonized methodologies based on a complete revision of existing methods carried out in 2009-2011 - Connection with monitoring results allows assessment of the potential of the monitoring method

Forest Guardians, Forest Destroyers

Author : Tim Forsyth
Publisher : University of Washington Press
ISBN 13 : 0295800259
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (958 download)

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Download or read book Forest Guardians, Forest Destroyers written by Tim Forsyth and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this far-reaching examination of environmental problems and politics in northern Thailand, Tim Forsyth and Andrew Walker analyze deforestation, water supply, soil erosion, use of agrochemicals, and biodiversity in order to challenge popularly held notions of environmental crisis. They argue that such crises have been used to support political objectives of state expansion and control in the uplands. They have also been used to justify the alternative directions advocated by an array of NGOs. In official and alternative discourses of economic development, the peoples living in Thailand's hill country are typically cast as either guardians or destroyers of forest resources, often depending on their ethnicity. Political and historical factors have created a simplistic, misleading, and often scientifically inaccurate environmental narrative: Hmong farmers, for example, are thought to exhibit environmentally destructive practices, whereas the Karen are seen as linked to and protective of their ancestral home. Forsyth and Walker reveal a much more complex relationship of hill farmers to the land, to other ethnic groups, and to the state. They conclude that current explanations fail to address the real causes of environmental problems and unnecessarily restrict the livelihoods of local people. The authors' critical assessment of simplistic environmental narratives, as well as their suggestions for finding solutions, will be valuable in international policy discussions about environmental issues in rapidly developing countries. Moreover, their redefinition of northern Thailand's environmental problems, and their analysis of how political influences have reinforced inappropriate policies, demonstrate new ways of analyzing how environmental science and knowledge are important arenas for political control. This book makes valuable contributions to Thai studies and more generally to the fields of environmental science, ecology, geography, anthropology, and political science, as well as to policy making and resource management in the developing world.

Biodiversity Under Threat

Author : R E Hester
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
ISBN 13 : 1847557651
Total Pages : 291 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (475 download)

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Download or read book Biodiversity Under Threat written by R E Hester and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2007-10-31 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is much public concern about threats to global biodiversity. Industrial pollution, changes in agricultural practices and climate change, are all having a direct impact on biodiversity. In this book the Editors provide a broad view of the many pressures imposed by human-induced changes and the many threats to global biodiversity and of the policy responses required to combat them. This excellent text includes the work of some 44 authors and offers a solid description of the current understanding of threats to biodiversity with a range of illustrative examples - a valuable point of reference for ecologists, environmental scientists, and students as well as, policymakers and all other environmental professionals.

Get More Done in Less Time

Author : Dina Nath Jha Dinker
Publisher : Dina Nath Jha Dinker
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 53 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Get More Done in Less Time written by Dina Nath Jha Dinker and published by Dina Nath Jha Dinker. This book was released on 2023-03-14 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all have only 24 hours in a day. Some people use 24 hours effectively and do great things. Most of us struggle to meet deadlines. So, how are some people more productive and efficient than others? Are they born efficient? May be, but not necessarily. Can we learn to be more productive and do more in less time? Of course, we can. To become more efficient, you do not need to be tech-savvy, use software or mobile apps, reach out to a mentor, or attend a training program. In this book, I tried to put best of techniques, tools, and resources learned from dozens of books, hundreds of articles, interaction with dozens of successful people, and my own experience. In this book, we will learn to critically analyze what we are doing, realize what we should be doing and plan accordingly, prepare ourselves to do what we should do, and do it better. In due course, we will perform some self-tasks, learn some theories, and take some tips. You can get all these things on internet. What is special about this book is, you will do everything yourself. You will apply theories and prepare a list of things you should be doing. You will also prioritize your tasks, and apply time management techniques to achieve better results. It can be self-realization for you. In this book, I tried to put best of techniques, tools, and resources learned from dozens of books, hundreds of articles, interaction with dozens of successful people, and my own experience. This book is divided into 7 chapters. Throughout the book, you will learn new theories and techniques, and perform tasks to apply those techniques. By the time you complete reading this book, you will have specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound goals, you will prioritize your tasks/goals, you will have a clear plan in hand to achieve your goals, and you will be physically and mentally prepared to act on your plan. With the help of this book if you are able to become more productive, that will be my greatest reward. Happy reading and acting!

Global Change and Forest Soils

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Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0444639993
Total Pages : 540 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (446 download)

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Download or read book Global Change and Forest Soils written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2019-11-23 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Global Change and Forest Soils: Cultivating Stewardship of a Finite Natural Resource, Volume 36, provides a state-of-the-science summary and synthesis of global forest soils that identifies concerns, issues and opportunities for soil adaptation and mitigation as external pressures from global changes arise. Where, how and why some soils are resilient to global change while others are at risk is explored, as are upcoming train wrecks and success stories across boreal, temperate, and tropical forests. Each chapter offers multiple sections written by leading soil scientists who comment on wildfires, climate change and forest harvesting effects, while also introducing examples of current global issues. Readers will find this book to be an integrated, up-to-date assessment on global forest soils. - Presents sections on boreal, temperate and tropical soils for a diverse audience - Serves as an important reference source for anyone interested in both a big-picture assessment of global soil issues and an in-depth examination of specific environmental topics - Provides a unique synthesis of forest soils and their collective ability to respond to global change - Offers chapters written by leading soil scientists - Prepares readers to meet the daily challenges of drafting multi-resource environmental science and policy documents

National Forest Inventories

Author : Erkki Tomppo
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9048132339
Total Pages : 614 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (481 download)

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Download or read book National Forest Inventories written by Erkki Tomppo and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-12-02 with total page 614 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forest inventories throughout the world have evolved gradually over time. The content as well as the concepts and de?nitions employed are constantly adapted to the users’ needs. Advanced inventory systems have been established in many countries within Europe, as well as outside Europe, as a result of development work spanning several decades, in some cases more than 100 years. With continuously increasing international agreements and commitments, the need for information has also grown drastically, and reporting requests have become more frequent and the content of the reports wider. Some of the agreements made at the international level have direct impacts on national economies and international decisions, e. g. , the Kyoto Protocol. Thus it is of utmost importance that the forest information supplied is collected and analysed using sound scienti?c principles and that the information from different countries is comparable. European National Forest Inventory (NFI) teams gathered in Vienna in 2003 to discuss the new challenges and the measures needed to get data users to take full advantage of existing NFIs. As a result, the European National Forest Inventory Network (ENFIN), a network of NFIs, was established. The ENFIN members decided to apply for funding for meetings and collaborative activities. COST– European Cooperation in Science and Technology - provided the necessary ?n- cial means for the realization of the program.

Final Environmental Impact Statement, Land and Resource Management Plan, Siuslaw National Forest: Without special title

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (117 download)

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Download or read book Final Environmental Impact Statement, Land and Resource Management Plan, Siuslaw National Forest: Without special title written by and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

European Forest Policy and Governance

Author : Filip Aggestam
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1040152643
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (41 download)

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Download or read book European Forest Policy and Governance written by Filip Aggestam and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-11-29 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a state-of-the-art overview covering distinct and relevant aspects of forest policy processes in Europe, presenting a fresh perspective on different analytical approaches, theories, and frameworks. Set against the background of a changing world, driven by significant social, environmental, and economic developments, in Europe and elsewhere, there is a growing need for an improved understanding of forest governance and how to analyse the forest policymaking processes. This book introduces the reader to some of the key issues typically encountered in reviewing proposed as well as established forest policies, focusing on five socially relevant topics for the forest-based sector today, namely: European forest governance under a green new deal Systemic changes and the circular (bio-)economy Social changes connected with forest ownership and forest actors Nature conservation and the pursuit of multifunctional forests Living with forest fires and climate change. In so doing, this book presents a set of timely and rich case studies relevant to the study of forest governance. In the final chapter, it puts forward an innovative and systematic method for selecting the most appropriate analytical tool that accounts for the constraints and objectives involved in monitoring forest policy. The book is accompanied by chapter-level exercises and online Support Material which details the various approaches, theories, and frameworks discussed in the book, providing direct links back to individual chapters, discussion points, and a step-by-step guide for how each method can be applied. This book will be an essential read for forestry students and scholars, and professionals and policymakers working on forest policy and forest management.

Northwest Forest Plan, the First 10 Years (1994-2003)

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 110 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book Northwest Forest Plan, the First 10 Years (1994-2003) written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: nly affected timber industry jobs in local communities, but also resulted in declining agency budgets and staff reductions. Mitigation efforts varied. Ecosystem management contracts declined and shifted from labor-intensive to equipment-intensive activities, with about half of all contractors from the Olympic Peninsula. Economic assistance grants benefited communities that had the staff and resources to develop projects and apply for monies, but provided little benefit to communities without those resources. Payments to counties served as an important source of revenue for rural schools and roads. We also examine socioeconomic changes that occurred in the case study communities, and the influence of forest management policy on these changes. Between 1990 and 2000 all three communities showed a decrease in population, an increase in median age, a decline in timber industry-related employment, and an increase in service-industry and government jobs. Quilcene's proximity to the larger ur

DuPont Forest: A History

Author : Danny Bernstein
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1467146889
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (671 download)

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Download or read book DuPont Forest: A History written by Danny Bernstein and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2020-09-07 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DuPont Forest protects thousands of acres of trees, five lakes and more than one hundred miles of multiuse trails. It attracts hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers from all over the United States, and its six waterfalls have been featured in movies like The Hunger Games and The Last of the Mohicans. All of this natural beauty is easily accessible, increasing its appeal. It took not only the generosity of a multinational company but also Southern Appalachian grit and self-reliance and local activism to make these benefits available to all. DuPont Forest is young, and its future is still unfolding. Author and hiker Danny Bernstein traces the past of DuPont State Recreational Forest and shows its potential.

Policy Integration for Complex Environmental Problems

Author : Helen Briassoulis
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351910515
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (519 download)

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Download or read book Policy Integration for Complex Environmental Problems written by Helen Briassoulis and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-05 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The quest for policy integration crystallized in the 1990s as awareness was growing that the current supply of narrow, sectoral, and little coordinated, or even overlapping and conflicting, policies could not cope efficiently and effectively with contemporary complex, cross-cutting and interdependent socio-environmental problems. Combining and coordinating policies properly promises to address this institutional misfit, "add value" to policies, support planning at national and sub-national levels, and facilitate the transition to sustainable development more generally. This book proposes a comprehensive conceptualization of policy integration and negotiates pertinent theoretical, methodological and applied issues from the perspective of selected EU policies - rural development, regional development, transport, social, economic, environmental, water resources, and biodiversity policy. Mediterranean desertification, an exceptionally complex socio-environmental problem, is used as an illustrative example as the idea for this book transpired while researching the topic of policy making to combat desertification in the context of MEDACTION, an EU-funded research project.

Waste Management for the Food Industries

Author : Ioannis S. Arvanitoyannis
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0080554938
Total Pages : 1096 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (85 download)

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Download or read book Waste Management for the Food Industries written by Ioannis S. Arvanitoyannis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2010-07-28 with total page 1096 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The continuously increasing human population, has resulted in a huge demand for processed and packaged foods. As a result of this demand, large amounts of water, air, electricity and fuel are consumed on a daily basis for food processing, transportation and preservation purposes. Although not one of the most heavily polluting, the food industry does contribute to the increase in volume of waste produced as well as to the energy expended to do so. For the first time, nine separate food industry categories are thoroughly investigated in Waste Management for the Food Industries in an effort to help combat this already acute problem. The current state of environmental management systems is described, offering comparisons of global legislation rarely found in other resources. An extensive review of commercial equipment, including advantages and disadvantages per employed waste management technique, offers a unique perspective for any academic, student, professional, and/or consultant in the food, agriculture and environmental industries. - Thoroughly examines the most prevalent and most polluting industries such as Meat, Fish, Dairy, Olive Oil, Juice and Wine industries - Includes synoptical tables [methods employed, physicochemical or microbiological parameters altered after treatment etc] and comparative figures of the effectiveness of various waste management methods - Contains nearly 2500 of the most up-to-date references available

Effective Community Involvement in National Forest Restoration and Recreation Efforts

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Resources. Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Effective Community Involvement in National Forest Restoration and Recreation Efforts written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Resources. Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Restoring Forests After Catastrophic Events

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Resources. Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (14 download)

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Download or read book Restoring Forests After Catastrophic Events written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Resources. Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: