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A guide to the complementarities between the Convention on Migratory Species and the Convention on Biological Diversity
… are provided by some species of whale such as the northern right whale, and birds such as the albatross, the Siberian … and sustainably use the biodiversity of these four water bodies. For example, the Seals Agreement preamble … species include those to prevent serious damage to crops, water and fisheries (AEWA Action Plan, para. 2.1.3). In …
Feed-in tariffs and a policy Instrument for promoting renewable energies and green economies in developing countries
… Energy Board, Philippines Anastas Mbawala, Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority, Tanzania Miguel … or auction processes, developers typically bid for the right to sell electricity at a given price, whereas FIT … i.e. wind energy, solar energy, geothermal energy, water energy, soil energy, energy of the air, biomass energy, …
Integrating mining and biodiversity conservation: Case studies from around the world
… natural environment alive – from the provision of clean water and watershed services to the recycling of nutrients … to biodiversity, have found it difficult to create the right incentives and apply the necessary regulations in a way … may need to be modified to minimise the entrance of water or air. Social factors should be considered, too, in …
An Explanatory Guide to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
… agricultural practices, improve supplies of potable water, more efficient industrial de- velopment processes for … and that in such circum- stances countries should have the right to adopt precautionary measures to protect bio- … but also other parts of the environment such as air, water and soils. The reference to “conservation and …
An explanatory guide to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
… agricultural practices, improve supplies of potable water, more efficient industrial de- velopment processes for … and that in such circum- stances countries should have the right to adopt precautionary measures to protect bio- … but also other parts of the environment such as air, water and soils. The reference to “conservation and …
Collaboration for resilience: How collaboration among business, government and NGOs could be the key to living with turbulence and change in the 21st century
… in the 21st Century Mark Smith - Director IUCN Global Water Programme The designation of geographical entities in … vulnerability to climate change, drought and changing water flows © IUCN / Claire Warmenbol Layout by: Imre … Union for Conservation of Nature) IUCN Global Water Programme Rue Mauverney 28 1196 Gland Switzerland Tel …
Statutes, including rules of procedures of the World Conservation Congress, and Regulations
… utilizing these resources, and that consequently soils, water, forests and vegetation, wildlife, wilderness areas … "the World Congress"), on such an appeal, shall have the right to reverse the Council's decision by a two-thirds … and Obligations of Members 12. (a) Members shall have the right inter alia: (i) to participate in the World Congress; …
Food and Agriculture Organization (2017), IPPC Procedure Manual for Standard Setting
… such meetings ensure observance of these Rules, accord the right to speak, put questions and announce decisions. He/she … after treatment may alter the effect of the treatment. - Water content of commodity: changes in commodity water content may reduce treatment efficacy (e.g. by reducing …
Guidance on the Practical Application of the Espoo Convention
… and International Lakes (http://www.unece.org/env/water) and the Convention on Access to Information, Public … context include activities with air pollutants or water pollutants, activities potentially affecting migrating … process. Participation is specified in the Convention as a right to be informed and a right to express views. Thus the …