Highlights from the World Future Energy Summit (16-19 January 2012, Abu Dhabi)newsThe fifth World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2012 opened in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on 16 January 2012. The first day of this four-day event was organized around the theme “Policy and Strategy Forum,” and comprised opening statements from Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, CEO Masdar, Wen...
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2012 International Conference on Geological and Environmental Sciences (ICGES 2012)news2012 International Conference on Geological and Environmental Sciences(ICGES 2012) will be held from 29 to 30 June 2012 on Jeju Island (South Korea). ICGES 2012 is the premier forum for the presentation of technological advances and research results in the fields of Geological and Environmental Sciences. ICGES 2012...
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DISCCRS VII Interdisciplinary Climate Change Research SymposiumnewsSince 2003, DISCCRS has hosted symposia for early-career researchers to catalyze formation of interdisciplinary collegial networks, while fostering skills to better prepare graduates to conduct collaborative research and respond to the myriad challenges posed by climate change and its impacts. Participants will share their research; engage in discussions...
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Earth Child Institute: Nepal’s Green School Campaign 2012newsLooking to collaborate with 200 schools around the country and reach out to around 1,000,000 students is the first initiative of Nepal-based ECI (Earth Child Institute). Launched on 21 January, the “Global School Campaign” aims to inform and empower children on global environmental issues, and encourage them to adopt green,...
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Better scientific understanding of agriculture role in climate change needednewsA team of scientists led by Sir John Beddington, Britain’s chief scientific advisor, is urging that agriculture be a top priority in climate change negotiations, saying it’s vital for global food security and for reducing carbon emissions. Following the latest United Nations climate conference in December, the recommendations...
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Position of Director General and other Vacancies offered at CIFORnewsThe Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is looking for a Director General to work at the headquarters based in Bogor, Indonesia. CIFOR is conducting research on a broad range of forest-related issues with the aim to inform policies and practices that affect forests in developing countries. With...
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