Seminar on Architecture & Energy - New Strategies in the Construction Sector, 12 October 2012, Hong Kong

Architecture & Energy - New Strategies in the Construction SectorIntroductionSeminarDate:12 Oct 2012 Time:09:00 - 15:00 Getting more out of buildings is the most pressing environmental issue for cities for the rest of this century. It's a long-term task that demands ongoing debate rather than short-lived enthusiasm. This event provides a forum for such a conversation between Germany - a world leader in searching for and commercializing innovative...

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Seminar on Enhancing the Productivity of Biofuel Processes, 12 October 2012, Hong Kong

Enhancing the Productivity of Biofuel ProcessesColin WebbSchool of Chemical Engineering & Analytical ScienceUniversity of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UKe-mail: colin.webb@manchester.ac.ukAbstractIt is almost 100 years since, at the University of Manchester, Chaim Weizmann laboured in his laboratory to perfect the acetone-butanol-ethanol fermentation as the first example of large scale Industrial Biotechnology. We now look to...

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Seminars on "Integrated Whole Building Energy Design", 12 October 2012, Hong Kong

SeminarsIntegrated Whole Building Energy DesignMr. Paul RodeProject Executive Solutions Division, Building Efficiency unit, Johnson Controls AbstractIt is widely known that a significant percentage of energy is used in the buildings that we live and work in. What is the correct amount of energy that should be used? How deep can energy savings take a building, is 5%, 10% or 50% energy savings possible? Is Net Zero possible and profitable? The program...

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A tale of two wonderful cities, and a tale of two even more wonderful, marine & freshwater, bivalves, 12 October 2012, Hong Kong

A tale of two wonderful cities, and a tale of two even more wonderful, marine & freshwater, bivalvesIntroductionHKU School of Biological Sciences Public lectureDate:12 Oct 2012 Time:18:00 - 20:00 Venue:T4, Meng Wah Complex, HKUMedium:EnglishAdmission:FreeSpeaker:Prof. Brian Morton, Emeritus Professor of Marine Ecology, HKUFor enquiries, please contact School of Biological Sciences by email at biosch@hku....

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A report on Marine Emissions in the Pearl River Delta

A Price Worth Paying: The Case for Controlling Marine Emissions in the Pearl River DeltaThis report represents a joint-effort by Civic Exchange, HKUST’s Atmospheric Research Center and HKU’s School of Public Health. In this report, HKUST laid the foundation by conducting the first ever activity-based inventory of ocean-going vessels’ emissions across the whole Pearl River Delta based on 4 emissions control scenarios. HKU built on this information...

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International Wetland Symposium 2012: Safeguarding Wetlands, Securing Future , 7-9 November 2012, Nepal

International Wetland Symposium 2012: Safeguarding Wetlands, Securing Future 7th   to  9th November 2012Pokhara, NepalA platform for knowledge sharing between researchers and practitioners engaged in wetlands conservation and management and an opportunity to enhance technical understanding on contemporary issues.Organized by: Conservation and Sustainable Use of Wetlands in NepalWebsite: http://www.wetlands.org.np/announcement/...

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2nd International Conference on Climate Change & Social Issues 2012, 28-29 November 2012, Malaysia

2nd International Conference on Climate Change & Social Issues 2012 28th   to  29th November 2012Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaThe ICRD/ GCU joint Conference on CCSI 2012 offers a valuable opportunity to network with colleagues from many countries who share the same goals. Scientists and experts in climate change and social issues are invited to participate in this IntOrganized by: International Center for Research & Development &...

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13th International Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management in Energy and Mineral Industries, 28 - 30 November 2012, India

13th International Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management in Energy and Mineral Industries 28th   to  30th November 2012New Delhi, IndiaPresents latest developments on Reclamation, Environmental Impacts of Coal fired plants, remediation of contaminated Soil and Groundwater, Emerging Technologies for environmental Protection, Tailings treatment, Recycle and disposal.Organized by: Univeristy of Laval and othersWebsi...

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Call for papers: Mae Fah Luang International Conference 2012 on 'Future Challenges towards ASEAN Integration', 29 -30 November and 1 December 2012, Chiang Rai, Thailand

SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT----------------------------------------------CALL FOR PAPERS-----------------------------------------------Deadline for Abstract/Full Paper Submission is extended to October 10, 2012.Register before October 30, 2012 for Early Bird Registration FeeINAUGURAL SPEAKER:29 November 2012Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, Secretary-General of ASEAN'ASEAN Charter: Challenges and Opportunities'KEYNOTE SPEAKERS29 November 2012,Mr. Damon AndersonDirector,...

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New Publications: Lessons learned from investing in marine and coastal management initiatives in the East Asian Seas by Anna Tengberg

Lessons learned from investing in marine and coastal management initiatives in the East Asian SeasThe concept that underlies the interventions of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) International Waters Program is adaptive management at the Large Marine Ecosystem (LME) scale across the sequence of interventions from assessment and analysis to development of regional strategic action programs and national implementation of action plans to address...

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New Publications: Long Term Electricity Scenario And Water Use: A Case Study On India

Policy BriefLong Term Electricity Scenario And Water Use: A Case Study On IndiaLast Modified: 2012/09/14Topics: WaterAuthor: Mitra, Bijon Kumer and Bhattacharya, Anindya|2012/07|#20. p.8.|Publisher: IGES(Hayama, Japan)Language: English|Publication Type: Policy Brief|Copyright: IGESThis policy brief focused the seriousness of water energy nexus from long-term perspective especially in the water scarce countries like India....

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International Symposium "Managing Risks and Promoting Sustainability towardestablishing a resilient and sustainable society”, 26 September 2012, Japan

International Symposium "Managing Risks and Promoting Sustainability toward establishing a resilient and sustainable society”Date: 2012/09/26   Field: Elizabeth Hall, United Nations UniversityThe international  symposium is held in collaboration of UNU, IGES and YNU.Theme ：“Managing Risks and Promoting Sustainability toward　establishing a resilient and sustainable society” Time and Date: 13:30 – 17:50,...

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Second International Conference on Human Rights and Peace and Conflict in Southeast Asia, 17-18 October 2012, Indonesia

Second International Conference on Human Rights and Peace and Conflict in Southeast Asia 17th   to  18th October 2012Jakarta, IndonesiaAims to bring together academics, researchers, graduate and post- graduate students, CSOs, governments and inter- governmental representatives who work on the research and greater understanding of human rights and peace in Southeast Asia.Organized by: Southeast Asian Human Rights Studies Network (SEAHRN)Website:...

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Call for papers: National Conference on Environment and Biodiversity of India 29th -30th December 2012, New Delhi

National Conference onEnvironment and Biodiversity of India29th -30th December 2012, New DelhiEBI 2012Organized by: North East Centre for Environmental Education and Research Deadline for abstracts/proposals: 30th September 2012 Focal Themes: EnvironmentClimate ChangeEnvironmental Pollution E-waste and Solid waste management Environmental laws & policies Focal Themes: BiodiversityFloristic and faunal studies Human-Wildlife...

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New Publication: Selecting Policy Instruments for Better Environmental Regulation: a Critique and Future Research Agenda

Selecting Policy Instruments for Better Environmental Regulation: a Critique and Future Research AgendaChristopher Taylor, Simon Pollard*, Sophie Rocks,Andy AngusArticle first published online: 8 MAY 2012DOI: 10.1002/eet.1584Copyright © 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP EnvironmentIssueEnvironmental Policy and GovernanceVolume 22, Issue 4, pages 268–292,July/August 2012ABSTRACTThere is a lack of evidence...

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Chinese Updates: MOU on Environmental Protection Signed by China-Egypt Ministers in Beijing

MOU on Environmental Protection Signed by China-Egypt Ministers in Beijing2012-08-29(CNEWS, August 28) With the witness of Chinese President Hu Jintao and Egyptian President Morsi, Chinese MEP Minister Zhou Shengxian and Egyptian Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Ashraf Al-Arabi, on behalf of the environment authorities of the two countries, signed Memorandum of Understanding between Ministry of Environmental Protection of the People’s...

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World Water Congress & Exhibition, 16-21 September, Busan Korea

‘2012 IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition’ organized by the International Water Association (IWA) will be held at BEXCO, Busan from 16 to 21 September. Water professionals and scholars will be attending the congress to discuss logical resolutions for the 21st century’s water issues and to participate in the international business forums with related companies.IWA was founded in 1999 which have been connecting world’s water professionals,...

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