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United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change COP-1: The Berlin Mandate
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Convention of 1992, as ratified, was a statement of principles and intent. Though it committed governments of signatory nations to reduce emission of GHGs into the atmosphere, it was non-binding. It only committed states to voluntary efforts to reduce greenhouse gases.
At Berlin there was great apprehension that the abilities of countries to meet the commitments under the Convention were inadequate. These were expressed in a U.N. ministerial declaration, known as the "Berlin Mandate".
Rama Mani
Posted on 28 Aug, 2009 05:53 PM

The goal for COP1 was therefore set at adoption of legally binding obligations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It was expected that 15 years down the line, the larger, newly industrializing countries would together be among the largest emitters of greenhouse gas emissions.
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change: The Berlin Mandate
The Conference of the Parties in Berlin, Germany, held in 1995, was the first after the Climate Change Convention went into force.
Rama Mani
Posted on 28 Aug, 2009 05:43 PM

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was opened for signature at the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) conference known as the Earth Summit.
Films & video resources relating to the Kyoto Protocol
Here's a list of short films and videos on the Kyoto Protocol
Rama Mani
Posted on 28 Aug, 2009 05:36 PM

After Kyoto
27 Minutes: English
Groundwater Foundation: Benefits of being a groundwater guardian community
The Groundwater Foundation provides useful information material to begin a groundwater protection campaign
Reena
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 02:28 PM

How can citizens or NGOs initiate a movement at the local level for the protection of groundwater?

Groundwater Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and motivating people to care for and about groundwater.

Click on to read more about the Groundwater Foundation
The River Care volunteer handbook
The River Care Volunteer Handbook, developed by Anglianwater, EnCams, and Environment Agency, is a ready reckoner to get you started on mobilizing people and organizing campaigns for cleaning the river in your area.
Arun
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 02:06 PM

Click on the link below to download the handbook.
Global best practices in the urban water sector
UN Habitat's best practices brief on the urban water sector across the world
UN Habitat
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 01:02 PM

Countries around the world have tried to manage their water resources in a sustainable manner. Click here to know more about the global best practices in the urban water sector.
From erratic rainfall to vector borne diseases: The many effects of changing climate on environment and lifestyle across the globe
A look at the many possible impacts of climate change across the globe
Rama Mani
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 12:16 PM

Global warming induces an increase in global precipitation through the augmentation of evaporation. According to the IPCC, rainfall patterns are likely to be modified with some regions becoming more arid and others experiencing more rainfall.
Water Footprint: Know how much water is consumed by various sectors
A comprehensive download on how much water is consumed by various sectors – agriculture, industry, households.
Reena
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 11:55 AM

Click here to know more about the water footprint - Water Footprint
Sustainable sanitation for all: The GTZ ecosan programme
The concept of eco-sanitation, that is re-using human urine and fecal matter is gaining awareness but its acceptance depends on a change in the social mind-set.
Reena
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 11:39 AM

The GTZ Ecosan Program has developed guidelines for safe reuse of urine and feces, and publicity material to create awareness on the functioning of eco-toilets.
How sea level rise can affect communities around the world: Impacts on man and nature
Detrimental effects of sea level rise are projected to be global but some differences remain between regions and countries. A brief look at the phenomenon as well as its consequences
Rama Mani
Posted on 26 Aug, 2009 10:54 AM

Sea level rise and decrease are ancient phenomena related to the geologic glacial/interglacial cycles. But since the 19th century and the industrial revolution, an acceleration of sea level rise has been observed through tide gauge measurements and satellite altimetry.
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