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An Explanatory Guide to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
… CBD CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora COP Conference of the Parties … countries which may have very different ecosystems and indigenous or- ganisms. Although these LMOs may have been … that might not be regarded as scien- tific – for example, indigenous and traditional knowledge and information, as well …
An explanatory guide to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
… CBD CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora COP Conference of the Parties … countries which may have very different ecosystems and indigenous or- ganisms. Although these LMOs may have been … that might not be regarded as scien- tific – for example, indigenous and traditional knowledge and information, as well …
UNEP’s Compendium of Innovative Laws: promoting Green Economy & Sustainable Development
… human rights; recognition and enhancement of the role of indigenous peoples and their communities; improvement of … The telestes polylepis, a critically endangered freshwater species found in Croatia Figure 6: Coastal erosion negatively … and respect for all human rights; enhance the welfare of indigenous peoples and their communities; improve the …
Marine protected areas and climate change - Adaptation and mitigation synergies, opportunities and challenges
… NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together … and an increase in biodiversity at higher latitudes. Some species, populations, communities or habitats will move, … or decrease drastically; they will be replaced by others, indigenous, migrant or non-native species that will …
Ramsar Convention Manual, 6th Edition
… Transboundary wetland conservation 4.4.3 Transboundary species conservation 4.4.4 Regional cooperation and … maintenance of cultural values by local communities and indigenous people; promoting communication, education, … for establishing and strengthening local communities’ and indigenous peoples’ participation in the management of …
Manual of Compliance with and Enforcement of Multilateral Environmental Agreements
… Disposal, Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna (CITES), Convention on … affected businesses and business associations, and indigenous persons. q If a decision is made to participate in … I countries with regard the funding of the development of indigenous know-how. Technical assistance programs were quite …
Croatia and marine protected areas: Legal and insituttional framework assessment for conservation of coastal and marine biodiversity and establishment of MPAs
… CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora ENIA Ecological network … both non-profit and for-profit); • Management by the indigenous peoples and local communities. In accordance with … protected areas)? • Recognition of local communities and indigenous peoples. Are there any (special policy provisions …
Case studies on bioenergy policy and law: options for sustainability
… are dwindling and potentially greater effect are feared on indigenous and local communities and small-holder farmers. In … of genetically modified organisms or of invasive alien species; and emissions from burning biomass and its adverse … on bioenergy policy and law: options for sustainability 30 indigenous communities. To this end, it supports the full and …
Guidebook for policy and legislative development on conservation and sustainable use of freshwater resources
… and breeding and feeding grounds for many important species and serve as nurseries for half of the living … management; cultural property; involuntary resettlement; indigenous peoples; safety of dams; disputed areas; and … fishing and forest organizations, agrarian communities, indigenous peoples, educational institutions, social …
Linkages in the landscape : The role of corridors and connectivity in wildlife conservation
… . . . . . . 205 Appendix 1 Common and Scientific Names of Species Cited in the Text . . . . . . 241 Index . . . . . . . … Concern In south-eastern Costa Rica, biologists work with indigenous landholders to develop sustainable forest … of the term ‘wildlife’ refers in this context primarily to indigenous species of vertebrate and invertebrate animals. …