Описание: This Open Access book deals with the pressing question of how to achieve transformational change that reconciles development with environmental sustainability. It particularly focuses on the role of evaluation in finding sustainable solutions. Environment and development are closely interlinked, as are human health and ecosystem health. The pandemic that began in 2020 demonstrated in no uncertain terms how destruction of habitats has allowed hitherto unknown pathogens spill over to humans wreaking havoc on people’s lives and livelihoods. We are already seeing the impacts of global climate change in terms of heatwaves, forest fires and increased storms. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) explicitly recognize the equal importance of the social, economic and environmental dimensions of development. In these turbulent times, when humankind faces multiple complex challenges it is essential to know that our responses are effective and that they make a positive difference. Evaluation can provide invaluable lessons to how we design policies, strategies and programs and how we allocate limited resources between competing priorities. This book brings together key thinkers and practitioners from the public and private sectors, from major multilateral organizations and from bilateral donor agencies, to present the latest knowledge and experience on how to evaluate interventions in the nexus of environment and development. The book does not promote any particular approach or methodology, but rather emphasizes the need for mixed methods to address the question at hand in the best and most suitable manner. It covers cases from a variety of fields, from climate change mitigation and adaptation, energy efficiency and renewable energy, natural resources management, biodiversity conservation and more. This book is not a conference proceedings although it has its roots in the Third International Conference on Evaluating Environment and Development organized by the GEF Independent Evaluation Office in October 2019. The conference brought together a larger number of established and upcoming evaluators, researchers and evaluation users from the Global North and South, representing a wide variety of organizations, to discuss the frontiers of environment and development evaluation. Following the conference, the editors identified and contacted the participants who made key contributions at the conference and asked them to develop their ideas and papers into book chapters according to a coherent plan.
This open access book not only describes the challenges of climate disruption, but also presents solutions. The challenges described include air pollution, climate change, extreme weather, and related health impacts that range from heat stress, vector-borne diseases, food and water insecurity and chronic diseases to malnutrition and mental well-being.
The influence of humans on climate change has been established through extensive published evidence and reports. However, the connections between climate change, the health of the planet and the impact on human health have not received the same level of attention. Therefore, the global focus on the public health impacts of climate change is a relatively recent area of interest. This focus is timely since scientists have concluded that changes in climate have led to new weather extremes such as floods, storms, heat waves, droughts and fires, in turn leading to more than 600,000 deaths and the displacement of nearly 4 billion people in the last 20 years.
Previous work on the health impacts of climate change was limited mostly to epidemiologic approaches and outcomes and focused less on multidisciplinary, multi-faceted collaborations between physical scientists, public health researchers and policy makers. Further, there was little attention paid to faith-based and ethical approaches to the problem.
The solutions and actions we explore in this book engage diverse sectors of civil society, faith leadership, and political leadership, all oriented by ethics, advocacy, and policy with a special focus on poor and vulnerable populations. The book highlights areas we think will resonate broadly with the public, faith leaders, researchers and students across disciplines including the humanities, and policy makers.
Описание: A wonderful introduction for children ages 6-8 on how we can all work together to make the world a better place. Young readers will learn about how they can be part of the solution to today's most important global challenges. Join Frieda as she learns how to make a real difference in the world Join Frieda as she learns how to make a difference in the world This is the story about a young girl named Frieda who embarks on a wonderful adventure to bring about positive change in the world. One day, Ana from the United Nations visits Frieda's school to teach her class about the Sustainable Development Goals--the world's plan to reduce poverty and protect the planet by 2030. Frieda develops a global perspective and is encouraged to take action against the biggest issues of our day: from combating climate change and protecting endangered species to ending poverty and fighting inequality. But most important, Frieda learns that "everyone must work together to make the world much better for all".
Название: Urban planet ISBN: 1107196930 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107196933 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 9186.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Global urbanization promises better services and stronger economies but also carries risks and unforeseeable consequences. Urban Planet highlights the hopes and hindrances of our journey of urbanization and the need for a parallel evolution of our science and systems to ensure we reap the rewards. This title is also available as Open Access.
Автор: Jeroen van der Heijden, Harriet Bulkeley, Chiara Certoma Название: Urban Climate Politics: Agency and Empowerment ISBN: 1108492975 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108492973 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 15365.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: An overview of the forms of agency in urban climate politics, including their strengths, limitations and the power dynamics between them. Written by renowned scholars from around the globe, it is ideal for researchers and practitioners working in the area of urban climate politics and governance.
Описание: This flagship report from UN Environment shows how governments can put the world on the path to a truly sustainable future. It emphasises that urgent and inclusive action is needed by decision makers at all levels to achieve a healthy planet with healthy people. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
Автор: Linnйr Bjцrn-Ola Название: Sustainability Transformations ISBN: 1108720374 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108720373 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 6811.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This volume compares how societal actors in different geographical, political and cultural contexts understand the agents and drivers of societal change towards sustainability, using data from academic literature, news media and lay people. It is a valuable resource for academics and policymakers in environmental governance and sustainability.
Описание: A wonderful introduction for children ages 6-8 on how we can all work together to make the world a better place. Young readers will learn about how they can be part of the solution to today's most important global challenges. Join Frieda as she learns how to make a real difference in the world Join Frieda as she learns how to make a difference in the world This is the story about a young girl named Frieda who embarks on a wonderful adventure to bring about positive change in the world. One day, Ana from the United Nations visits Frieda's school to teach her class about the Sustainable Development Goals--the world's plan to reduce poverty and protect the planet by 2030. Frieda develops a global perspective and is encouraged to take action against the biggest issues of our day: from combating climate change and protecting endangered species to ending poverty and fighting inequality. But most important, Frieda learns that "everyone must work together to make the world much better for all".
Автор: Wayne Ganpat, Wendy-Ann Isaac Название: Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change Adaptation Strategies ISBN: 1522516077 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781522516071 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 29106.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: "This book is a pivotal reference source for the latest scholarly material on the scientific, technical, and socio-economic factors related to climate change assessment, providing a comprehensive overview of perspectives on sustainability protection of environmental resources"--
Автор: Sarah Nash Название: Negotiating Migration in the Context of Climate Change ISBN: 1529201268 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781529201260 Издательство: Marston Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 15838.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Assessing migration in the context of climate change, Nash draws on empirical research to offer a unique analysis of policy-making in the field. This detailed account is a vital step in understanding the links between global discourses on human mobilities, climate change and specific policy responses.
Автор: Hoffman, Andrew J. (university Of Michigan, Ann Arbor) Jennings, P. Devereaux (university Of Alberta) Название: Re-engaging with sustainability in the anthropocene era ISBN: 1108727697 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108727693 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 2851.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Applies organization theory to the challenge of the Anthropocene era, a period of human impact on climate change, chemical waste, habitat destruction, and despeciation. Uses institutional theory to help analysts understand the framing of scientific facts, the counter-mobilization of skeptics, and the creation of archetypes as new social orders.
Автор: Walter Leal Filho; Dinesh Surroop Название: The Nexus: Energy, Environment and Climate Change ISBN: 3319636111 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319636115 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 20962.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Part I: 1 Decarbonising the Finnish transport sector by 2050 - electricity or biofuels?.- 2 Modelling electricity generation from sugarcane production system using Systems Dynamics.- 3 Techno-Economic Viability of Husk Powered Systems for Rural Electrification in Uganda: Part I: Sustainability and Power Potential Aspects.- 4 Techno-Economic Viability of Husk Powered Systems for Rural Electrification in Uganda: Part II: Economic and Policy Aspects.- 5 Stand Alone Wind or Photovoltaic Power system? A holistic approach for system design and selection.- 6 Energie Hill Neu Wulmstorf - Reuse of a former landfill site for energy production from renewable energy.- 7 Assessing the energy potential of waste tyres by direct combustion, pyrolysis and gasification.- 8 A Review of Thermochemical Technologies for the conversion of Waste Biomass to Biofuel and Energy in Developing Countries.- 9 An Energy Balance Analysis of Municipal Solid Wastes (MSW) for Power Production in Fiji.- 10 Potential of Small Scale Power Generation from the Municipal Solid Waste Incineration Techniques in Fiji.- 11 Replacing fossil fuel with PV systems through technical capacity building in in Kenya.- 12 Design Technology for Bioenergy conversion of Organic Fraction of Municipal Solid Waste.- Part II: The Environment.- 13 Zymomonas mobilis - towards bacterial biofuel.- 14 Co-digestion of Lawn Grass with Cow Dung and Pig Manure under Anaerobic Condition.- 15 Application of different pre-treatment techniques for enhanced biogas production from lawn grass: A review.- 16 Design and operation of a single-stage plug-flow digester using organic wastes generated from University of Mauritius cafeteria.- 17 Possible Absorbent Regeneration in Biogas Purification and Upgrading: A Review.- 18 Wastewater biorefineries: integrating water treatment and value recovery.- Part III: Climate Change.- 19 Small is beautiful: Why a club approach is the way to go in climate change mitigation.- 20 Contextualizing of Organized Labour Position on Carbon Tax in South Africa using a Qualitative System Dynamics Model.- 21 A Step-by-Step Calculation of the Combined Margin Grid Emission Factor of the National Electricity System of Mauritius.- 22 Greenhouse gas emission reductions from solid waste management: Prognosis of Related Issues.- 23 Assessing the implementation of Eco-Driving in Mauritius - a Climate Change Mitigation Measure.- 24 1. The Nexus Energy, Environment and Climate Change: future trends.
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