12th Delhi Sustainable Development Summit in 2-4 February 2012

Date: 2-4 February 2012
Venue: New Delhi, India



The 12th Delhi Sustainable Development Summit (DSDS) will be held 2-4 February 2012 in New Delhi, India. DSDS is organized annually by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) since 2001, being an international undertaking that provides a platform for the exchange of knowledge on all aspects of sustainable development. Over the past ten years, DSDS has emerged as one of the most important forums on global sustainability issues, which brings together important heads of the State and Central Governments, academicians, and policy makers to deliberate over environmental issues. The theme of DSDS 2012 is Protecting the Global Commons: 20 years post Rio. The debates at this DSDS will revolve around the commons and take stock of the situation since the Rio summit of 1992.

For more information: http://dsds.teriin.org/2012/index.php

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HK: Public consultation on introduction of waste charging to strengthen waste reduction

Public consultation on introduction of waste charging to strengthen waste reduction

The Environment Bureau launched on 10 January 2012 the public consultation on the introduction of charging as an economic means to reduce the generation of municipal solid waste. The consultation document gives an overview of waste management in Hong Kong, and also outlines the international experience in waste charging and key considerations for the implementation of such a scheme in Hong Kong. The consultation will last for three months from now until 10 April 2012. Members of the public are welcome to give their views. The consultation document is available at the offices of the Environmental Protection Department, the Environmental Resource Centres and the Public Enquiry Service Centres of Home Affairs Department. They can also be downloaded from the dedicated website.

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International Research Conference on Economics, Social Sciences and Environmental Issues (IRCESSEI)

Date: 6th and 7th March, 2012
Venue: First Hotel (www.firsthotelbangkok.com), Bangkok, Thailand.

The conference aims to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas on the latest business innovation developments in the field of economics, different areas of social sciences and environment among researchers and practitioners in universities and industries and to seek opportunities for collaboration among the participants. The conferences organised by Choice Group had been very successful in attracting participations from all over the world.

  

Objectives of the Conference:

* Identify and present current research and knowledge.
* Facilitate international information exchange on various issues pertaining to onomics, different areas of social sciences and environment.
* Develop arena for network building among managers and researchers.
* Provide advice for future research.

Website: http://ircesseibangkok.com/

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Call for papers: The second International Conference on Environmental Pollution, Restoration and Management

Date: March 4-8, 2013
Venue: Hanoi, Vietnam



The second International Conference on Environmental Pollution, Restoration and Management
(Hanoi University of Science, Loyola University Chicago, SETAC AP Joint Conference)
Conference theme: Enhancing environmental research and education in developing countries  

Environmental pollution has become a global issue for the past few decades. Most of it is caused by industrial development and human activities. The recent rapid economic and industrial developments in Asian countries (e.g., China, Vietnam, etc.) have resulted in increased pressures on the environment. Urban development has also resulted in changes in land use that directly affects water resources and ecosystems.  Surface water in some Asian countries has been contaminated with both organic and inorganic substances. In big cities and industrial areas, air is polluted with chemicals emitted from industrial facilities. This directly affects public health.

Key Deadlines:
Session proposal due: Feb. 28, 2012 (Please submit your session proposals to hct@vniceporm.com)
Abstract submission open: Mar. 30, 2012
Abstract submission due:  Aug. 30, 2012
Abstract acceptance announcement: Oct. 15, 2012
Final session confirmation: Nov. 30, 2012
BLM workshop registrations close: Dec. 30, 2012
Short course registration close: Dec. 30, 2012
Online registration close: Feb. 15, 2013

For more information: https://vniceporm.com/Home_Page.php

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Call for papers: The Second Annual Asian Conference on Sustainability, Energy and the Environment

Date: May 3-6 2012
Venue:  Ramada Osaka, Osaka, Japan

The International Academic Forum in conjunction with its global partners is proud to announce the Second Annual Asian Conference on Sustainability, Energy and the Environment, to be held from May 3-6 2012, at the Ramada Osaka, Osaka, Japan.

CONFERENCE THEME: "Working Together Towards a Sustainable World"

Sustainability has emerged as the most important global issue for business, industry, government, and academia, and yet to begin with sustainability was associated only with environmental concerns such as energy and global warming. It is now recognized that the concept of sustainability is applicable to all areas of human society, for example in terms of social/economic justice, or responsible business practice. Issues such as poverty, hunger, education, health care, and access to markets should be a part of the evolution of any comprehensive sustainability paradigm as we work together to achieve a sustainable future. ACSEE 2012 will address these various dimensions of human sustainability as we invite scholars from around the world to address questions and search for solutions to the complex issues surrounding sustainability in a forum encouraging serious and thoughtful exchange between academics, members of the global business community, and practitioners in the fields of human endeavor that link these. We call on scientists from around the globe to meet and share our respective outlooks and collective wisdom on a critical issue of common concern: the pursuit of a sustainable world.

Call for Papers Now Open: Abstract Submissions Deadline February 1 2012

Website: http://acsee.iafor.org/

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3rd Annual Nuclear Power Asia 2012 from Jan 31 - Feb 1

Date: Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2012
Venue: Shangri-la Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Supported by : Independent Power Producers Forum (IPPF)

Members of  IPPF are entitled to additional discount, please contact the IPPF Secretariat.

The 2012 edition returns to Kuala Lumpur and will focus on the future of the industry, addressing key and pressing issues such as:
- How to embark on long-term capacity building for future NPP Owner/Operator?
- What are the challenges in developing nuclear power infrastructure and are there new approaches to address such challenges?
- Reactor design - the new safety assessment criteria; how much have things changed?
- Has it become more "expensive" to finance nuclear new build?

Website: http://nuclearpowerasia.com/

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New Book: The World Under Pressure: How China and India are Influencing the Global Economy and Environment by Carl J. Dahlman

The World Under Pressure: How China and India are Influencing the Global Economy and Environment by Carl J. Dahlman

Publisher: Stanford University Press
Published: 15 November 2011
Format: Hardback 344 pages
ISBN 13: 9780804777131 ISBN 10: 0804777136

Description
The rapid rise of China and India is reshaping our global economic and environmental systems—raising major issues of stability, governance, and sustainability.

This book develops a framework that shows the interdependence between economic size, trade, finance, technology, environment, security, and global governance. Author Carl J. Dahlman uses this framework to provide data on the speed of global power shifts and to trace the implications for nations worldwide. Analyzing this critical moment in historical context, he offers insights into our most pressing concerns.

Specifically, China and India's unchecked growth has the potential to ignite trade, resource, cold, and conventional wars. Moreover, these nations could set in motion monumental challenges related to climate change. The text warns that the current international governance system is not up to the challenges of defusing these frictions. Major powers, including China and India, must do more to address the gathering storm. Developing sustainable economic and social relationships will be a most difficult charge, but the cost of putting off reforms will be lower global welfare. Dahlman ends the book with starting points for change.

For more information: http://www.sup.org/book.cgi?id=21145

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