When conducting a study that spans multiple countries, the only way to ensure the comparability of data is by establishing clear definitions for the information being collected. In the case of a recently published report on forest governance in Eastern Europe and Russia, the term 鈥榣ocal forest鈥欌
The main purpose of this Study is to serve as contribution to policy review and reforms by documenting and analysing the existing schemes of governance of local forests in the region. Further, the methodology applied in this Regional Study and the experiences made are expected to contribute to鈥
Over the last decade, conflicts between humans and elephants have been a serious concern in Bangladesh, especially near the central-north border with India. Collaboration between the two neighbours and community-based initiatives can play a crucial role in managing such challenges.
The 2016 Forum of Marine Protected Areas is about to start聽in Tangier (Morocco) from November 28th to聽December 1st, and will welcome more than four hundred participants who will assess the progress made on marine protected areas (MPAs) across the Mediterranean region in the last years.
The 香港六合彩开奖结果现场直播 World Conservation Congress held in September in Hawaii drew attention to the crucial link between protecting and enhancing ecosystems and achieving the Sustainable鈥
A new zoning plan that defines the protection levels of the Lake Skadar聽Nature Managed Reserve (MNR) and enables its effective management was presented beginning of the month聽in Shkodra. The consultation process was led by the Regional Administration for Protected Areas (RAPA), with the support鈥
Jeanette Koelsch is the Superintendent of Bering Land Bridge National Preserve in Alaska, USA.聽Jeanette is a strong voice for both protected areas and for communities in the region. As an Alaskan Native she has strong personal connections with the indigenous culture of the region, making her an鈥
Typhoon Haiyan wrought destruction in the Philippines exactly three years ago, in November 2013. The island communities of northern Panay were particularly hard-hit. Recovery efforts relied heavily on coastal resources, and especially on fish for subsistence survival,聽yet boats, nets and other鈥
Protected and conserved areas have a critical role to play in mitigation of, and adaptation to, climate change, and in reducing the risk of disasters caused by natural hazards and severe climate events. The 香港六合彩开奖结果现场直播 Green List Standard contributes to advancing equitable governance and effective鈥
Conserving ocean ecosystems can play an important role in combatting climate change 鈥 and one that is increasingly being recognised, writes 香港六合彩开奖结果现场直播鈥檚 Dorothee Herr from the COP22 climate summit in Marrakech.聽