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GREENHOUSE GAS INVENTORY EXPERTS NETWORK INVITES PARTICIPANTS
The UNDP/UNEP/GEF National Communications Support Programme (NCSP) is inviting anyone with an interest in greenhouse emission gas inventories to participate in the Greenhouse Gas Inventory Network. Developing country teams working on their GHG inventories are especially welcome.
The GHG Network is a community of individuals working on emissions data by quantifying greenhouse gas emissions from sources (and removals by sinks). Visit the GHG Network at www.ghgnetwork.org to: (1) get more information; (2) join the electronic mailing list; (3) post messages to ask questions or start a discussion; and (4) join the professional directory and find colleagues working on similar issues anywhere in the world.
The objectives of this network, sponsored by the Swiss Government, are to provide technical assistance to developing countries for the preparation of GHG inventories, and to build a larger and more capable community of inventory practitioners.
To join, go to: http://www.ghgnetwork.org
Or contact:
Martha Perdomo, Global Manager, National Communications Support Programme (NCSP)
304 East 45th Street, New York , NY 10017, United States
Fax. + 1 212 906-6998
Website: http://ncsp.undp.org/about.asp
Source: IISD climate change info list
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INDIAN INSTITUTE OFFERS STATISTICS AND BIOMETRICS CONSULTANCY
The Institute of Biometrical Studies (IBS) is a nongovernmental institution dedicated to the promotion of research and training in biometrics. The Institute undertakes research and training projects in the field of applied statistics related to forestry, agriculture and allied fields.
Vision: To become one of the excellent research and training institutions in biometrics.
Mission : To indulge in creative research efforts in applied mathematical biology and impart training to professionals both in basic and advanced biometrical applications.
Funds: To generate funds for its functioning, the Institute undertakes statistical consultancy works benefiting both institutions and individuals at nominal rates. Areas currently covered include design and analysis of experiments; sampling theory and methods; time series analysis and forecasting; multivariate analysis; statistical ecology; growth and yield modeling; and statistics in genetics.
Those who are interested may contact at the following address:
Email: inbist@yahoo.co.in
Institute of Biometrical Studies
Priyam, Penta Gardens, Kalathode, 680655 Thrissur, Kerala, India
FOREST RESTORATION INFORMATION SERVICE WELCOMES INPUTS AND CASE STUDIES
The Forest Restoration Information Service (FRIS: http://www.unep-wcmc.org/forest/restoration/) is being developed by the UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre (WCMC) with support from the UK Forestry Commission, DFID and the School of H.M. King William III and H.M. Queen Emma of the Netherlands Foundation in collaboration with a range of NGOs.
It aims to:
The FRIS includes:
UNEP-WCMC seeks collaboration in the further development of FRIS and especially invites restoration practitioners to contribute case studies or information on forest restoration efforts worldwide.
If you have any information on Forest Restoration that you would like to see featured in the FRIS, please contact us at: restoration@unep-wcmc.org
Forest Restoration Information Service, UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre
http://www.unep-wcmc.org/forest/restoration
REQUEST FOR COLLABORATION WITH INSTITUTE OF FORESTRY IN NEPAL
Bimal Keshari Paudyal writes: “I am interested in conducting research in tropical countries in the areas of simulation modelling. Presently, I am working as M.Sc. programme coordinator at the Institute of Forestry, Tribhuvan University , Nepal . I am teaching forest management, silviculture and Biometrics courses at M.Sc. and B.Sc. levels. I have conducted research in the areas of silvicultural aspects of thinning, pruning and forest fertilization. Also, I have worked for the rehabilitation of degraded lands by incorporating agroforestry practices and using indigenous fast growing tree species.
I do not have any package or programme to learn about simulation modelling. Thus, I would be interested in research cooperation in this area. I would also like to develop linkages in other areas of research between the Institute of Forestry and European countries. “
Please contact: Bimal Keshari Paudyal, Ph.D.
Institute of Forestry , Tribhuvan University, Pokhara, Hariyokharka, Nepal
E-mail: bkpaudyal@yahoo.com
THE NATURE VALUATION AND FINANCING NETWORK
The Nature Valuation and Financing network (NV&F) at www.naturevaluation.org aims to stimulate the development and exchange of practical tools and best practice for the valuation and financing of ecosystem goods and services. It is NV&F’s philosophy that decisions concerning economic development need to be made with full awareness and understanding of all the costs and benefits involved.
An increasing amount of information on the ecological and socio-cultural and economic value of ecosystem services is being documented. However, much of this information is scattered. In addition, data on ecosystem goods and services are often published at incompatible scales of analysis, and are classified differently by different authors and organisations.
NV&F aims to bring together those scattered pieces and sources of information. It offers a starting point for those interested in assessment and valuation studies based on comprehensive ecological, socio-cultural and economic analysis tools. At naturevaluation.org, NV&F offers a publication database for down- and uploading relevant information, a case study database for identifying case studies from around the world, discussion platforms where members can communicate online and national platforms, specifically tailored to a certain country.
Today, NV&F is a growing organisation with over 500 registered members and 5 national platforms dedicated to demonstrating the contribution of ecosystems to the local and national economy. NV&F is cooperating with the government, NGO’s and the private sector to attract investments and factor nature into development planning through more balanced cost-benefit analysis. Since 2003, over 20 projects have been carried out and a well-attended National Symposium was organised in December 2006 and a second one is planned for February 2007.
There are a number of ways in which you can assist us in achieving these objectives. In addition to offering support for national platforms (see above), we always welcome any correspondence of news, events, reports, research and/or case studies that may help strengthen the network and the depth and quality of information delivered. You are encouraged to join the Nature Valuation & Financing Network and register at http://www.naturevaluation.org. This will give you access to a large network of similarly interested experts, a comprehensive publications database, a case study database, discussion fora to exchange and share your views and invitations to our annual symposium.
Visit our website: http://www.naturevaluation.org
Or contact: bas.verschuuren@fsd.nl