Ecology and Environment

This paper published in the Economic and Political Weekly argues that the transformation of human settlements over time can affect the relationship between communities and commons when, for example, social geographies change from rural to urban, or from traditional systems of management to modern bureaucratic systems.

Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE) will catalyse the process of ameliorating hardships to human beings in desert ecosystems of Gujarat, following sound ecological principles and carefully using scientific knowledge, imaginative technology and capital.

Source: SANDRP

A section of the water sector practitioners and experts, have been engaged in the process, and a summary of the discussions so far, is available here.

Description:
WWF India, one of the country’s largest conservation organizations is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated young individual to be part of its team in the Sustainable Livelihoods and Governance Programme, to work as a Senior Programme Officer on issues related to the Convention of Biological Diversity (CBD). The role of the incumbent will be to facilitate and execute the tasks leading to the eleventh Conference of Parties (COP 11), and undertaking activities to assess the impact of the Biodiversity Act and its rules on conservation and rural livelihoods. This will involve extensive secondary literature review, field level consultations and action research to collect and collate data, analyze and assess to develop policy briefs and documents for policy advocacy as well as help WWF’s participation in COP 11.

Guest post by: Parineeta Dandekar

Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) is a research institution in the areas of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. We focus on applied science through research, education and action that influence policy and practice on conservation of nature, management of natural resources, and sustainable development.

The Durban climate negotiations have set into motion new negotiations, with the possibility of re-opening old and contentious issues, while at the same time leaving the global climate regulatory framework unchanged. While disappointing, this does create a possibility of starting anew. 

Organizer: Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (MSU)

Venue: Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu - India

The Indian government and two other Indian authorities have signed an agreement on October 22, 2011 regarding construction of the Tipaimukh Dam.