Octubre
Falta poco: ¿de dónde venimos?, ¿hacia dónde vamos?
Representantes de alto nivel de doce países y organizaciones de Sudamérica y Europa se reunieron en Lima, Perú, para evaluar la situación de la biodiversidad en América del Sur. …
12 Oct 2009 | News story
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Current Situation of the Law on the Conservation of Soil as a Resource: Strategies and Vision
On Monday, September 28 the “Current Situation of the Law on the Conservation of Soil as a Resource: Strategies and Vision” conference took place in the School of Law of the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The event was organized by IUCN’s Commission on Environmental Law, the University of Buenos Aires School of Law , the Argentinean Ministry of the Environment, the Law for a Green Planet Institute and IDEA (Institute of Environmental Law and Economics). Distinguished authorities such as Justice Ricardo Lorenzetti, Justice Antonio Herman Benjamín and world specialists on Soils and Desertification participated in the conference. …
09 Oct 2009 | News story
Progress in Bangkok, but hard work left for Barcelona and Copenhagen
IUCN Closing Statement: The Bangkok climate change talks, under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), have moved the all-important negotiating text for a new climate change agreement forward. However, countries are still far from agreeing on the form of the agreement, and most importantly on emission cuts that would ensure a deal in Copenhagen in December. …
09 Oct 2009 | News story
Insider's view: Bangkok part 4
IUCN's head of delegation, Claire Parker outlines the latest developments as the meeting enters its final days. …
08 Oct 2009 | News story
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Bangkok must ensure REDD-plus moves ahead
IUCN Daily Media Statement: As the Bangkok climate change talks near their end, some key elements are yet to be addressed. Progress is being made in the negotiations on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation (REDD), which also includes conservation, sustainable management of forests and enhacement of forest carbon stocks (REDD Plus). But more must be done. …
08 Oct 2009 | News story
Information on groundwater issues lacking on the Lower Mekong Basin
07 Oct 2009 | News story
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Insider's view: Bangkok part 3
More from IUCN climate change expert Claire Parker in the meeting's second week. …
07 Oct 2009 | News story
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IUCN contribution in transition to Green Economy in West Asia
IUCN Regional Office for West Asia (ROWA) contributed in the Greenomics 2009 conference in Dubai which focused on the need and value of ensuring harmony between society, markets and environment. Energy conservation and efficiency enhancement were highlighted by key speakers from top companies like LG Electronics, Microsoft and Emirates Airlines. IUCN ROWA presented IUCN's response to the global environmental challenges caused by the present economic model, calling for the transition to a greener economy. …
07 Oct 2009 | News story
Local Partners Champion Water and Climate Resilience in the Himalayas
“There is a water shortage in our district, what can we do?” asked Sri Chandi Prasad Bhatt, a pioneering and award winning environmental activist from the Himalayas, when meeting a delegation from IUCN in Gopeshwar, India …
07 Oct 2009 | News story
Harness nature, protect against climate change
IUCN Daily Media Brief: Nature can be a cost-effective way to protect communities from climate change and extreme weather events. Healthy ecosystems, such as forests and wetlands, are beneficial to local populations for the many livelihood benefits that they provide: firewood, clean water, fibres, medicines, shelter and food. They can also form physical barriers against some extreme weather events, such as storm surges. …
07 Oct 2009 | News story
