CEESP, the IUCN Commission on Environmental, Economic and Social Policy, is an inter-disciplinary network of professionals whose mission is to act as a source of advice on the environmental, economic, social and cultural factors that affect natural resources and biological diversity and to provide guidance and support towards effective policies and practices in environmental conservation and sustainable development.
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Faith in the convention: a spirit of trust at climate talks
The world’s major religions have become increasingly engaged in environmental issues in recent years. At this week’s UNFCCC COP17 climate change conference in Durban, South Africa, the Southern African Faith Communities Environment Institute (SAFCEI) is one example of how major faiths are not only getting involved in climate change debates, but are uniting across faiths in order to speak with one voice on issues of environmental justice. …
08 Dec 2011 | News story
‘Virtuous circles’ can help secure food supplies and address climate change
A book published today by IIED and CEESP paints a vivid picture of an alternative future in which food, energy and water supplies are sustainable and in the control of local communities. The book show how the linear systems that shape our world are flawed as they assume a limitless supply of resources and a limitless capacity for the environment to absorb waste and pollution. The global food system's dependence on fossil fuels that contribute to local pollution and global warming is just one example of an unsustainable system. …
08 Dec 2011 | Article
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Intangible Heritage Committee recognizes indigenous and traditional cultural practices
UNESCO release, 29 November 2011 | BALI, INDONESIA: The sixth session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage was held from 22-29 November 2011, in Bali, Indonesia. During the meeting, 11 items were added to the List of Intangible Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding and 19 others were inscribed on the Representative List, while five best safeguarding practices were selected. …
07 Dec 2011 | Article
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‘Virtuous circles’ can help secure food supplies and address climate change
This new e-book from IIED and IUCN CEESP may be helpful in discussions on climate friendly and socially just food and farming futures. …
05 Dec 2011 | Downloads - publication
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Policy Matters 18: Macroeconomic Policies, Livelihoods and Sustainability launched in New Delhi at the CEESP Exec Com and 77 th IUCN Council meetings.
PM18 was launched at a special function with CEESP Executive Committee members, IUCN Councillors and Secretariat staff in New Delhi, India on 9 November 2011. IUCN DG Julia Marton-Lefevre launched the edition together with PM18 Guest Editor, Alejandro Nadal (Co-Chair of TEMTI) and Aroha Mead, Chair of CEESP. One of the contributing authors, Aseem Shrivastava fron India was also present. …
07 Dec 2011 | Article
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Other Relevant News from IUCN
The future we want - preparing for Rio+20
Preparations are gearing up for the Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development that takes place in June, with the release of the so-called ‘zero draft’ of the conference’s outcome document. | Spanish
31 Jan 2012 | News story
La réserve de biosphère transfrontalière du bas delta du fleuve Sénégal : bientôt en gouvernance partagée ?
Les Etats du Sénégal et de la République Islamique de Mauritanie ont célébré les 11 et 12 janvier 2012, les journées de la Réserve de biosphère transfrontalière du bas delta du fleuve Sénégal-RBTDS.
29 Jan 2012 | News story
New Video: PEDRR Training of Trainers in Bangkok, 6-8 December 2011
The Partnership for Environment and Disaster Risk Reduction (PEDRR) has designed a Training Course on Ecosystem-based Disaster Risk Reduction for Sustainable Development aimed at strengthening…
23 Jan 2012 | Video
IUCN expertise in UN push for sustainable energy for all
IUCN’s Director General joined United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon during the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi this week to outline his Sustainable Energy for All initiative to the…
22 Jan 2012 | News story
Towards effective implementation of the World Heritage Convention in relation to the extractive industries
IUCN and the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), Shell International and JP Morgan Bank have launched a project to critically evaluate the relationship between United Nations…
20 Jan 2012 | News story
Strategic Environmental Assessment – in the context of Framework for Economic Growth – Taking the bull by the horns”
The Government of Pakistan, under the auspices of Planning Commission, in collaboration with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) organized a half-day Seminar titled: “Strategic…
18 Jan 2012 | International news release
IPBES Forum: One for all, all for one
Are you eager to be engaged in shaping an Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) and defining its goals? Do you want to bring your knowledge and… | French | Spanish
19 Dec 2011 | News story
Durban deal breathes new life into climate talks - IUCN
Durban, South Africa, 11 December 2011 (IUCN). Governments at the UN climate talks in Durban agree on a package of measures to sustain current global efforts to reduce harmful greenhouse gas… | Spanish
13 Dec 2011 | IUCN statement
Guatemala advances with REDD+, says IUCN
Durban, South Africa, 8 December 2011 (IUCN) — Guatemala’s National Forest Service (INAB) has recognized wider land rights for indigenous peoples and local communities, making it possible for these… | French | Spanish
08 Dec 2011 | Media statement
Finding a link between ‘nature-based solutions’ and international decisions
Rounding the corner into the second week of a slow and largely lifeless COP-17 in Durban, I find myself and my colleagues reflecting on the seeming disconnect between the national-level issues where…
06 Dec 2011 | Blogs
