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Caribbean Derelict Fishing Gear Workshop
Derelict fishing gear and related debris (e.g. fishing nets, lines, pots, plastic bags and other debris related to fishing activity) can contribute to the degradation of coastal and marine resources and negatively impact on economic livelihoods.
NOAA International Coral Grants Announcement
NOAA International Coral Reef Grants Announcement for Fiscal Year 08 projects: Published July 4, 2007 in Grants.gov
Valuing the Environment in Small Islands - An Environmental Economics Toolkit
(Written by van Beukering, P., Brander, L., Tompkins, E. and McKenzie, E.) This toolkit provides clear guidance on how the value of the environment in small islands can be estimated and incorporated into planning and development decisions. It explains why you would undertake a study, who should be involved, how to implement the study and how to use the results.
CONVOCATORIA AL CURSO "Capacitación de Capacitadores en el manejo de AMPs del Caribe"
El curso se celebrar del 9 al 23 de septiembre del 2007 en el Instituto Universitario de Tulum, http://www.iutulum.org , Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mxico, cerca de la Reserva de la Biosfera de Sian Kaan. Este curso se realizar en espaol solamente, y est dirigido a los encargados de las reas marinas protegidas, y otro personal relacionado con las mismas.
GEF- IWCAM Regional Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Workshop
Strategic Approaches to Application of GIS tools in Support of Planning for Watershed and Coastal Areas Management
International Year of the Reef (IYOR 2008) - Get Involved!!
Recognizing that ten years after the first International Year of the Reef (1997) there continues to be an urgent need to increase awareness and understanding of coral reefs, and to further conserve and manage valuable coral reef and associated ecosystems, the International Coral Reef Initiative designated 2008 as the International Year of the Reef (IYOR 2008). International Coral Reef Initiative (
Turning the Tide
A significant review of the exploitation, trade and management of SPAW-listed marine turtles published by TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring programme of WWF and IUCN.
4th LBS/ISTAC Meeting
Fourth Meeting of the Interim Scientific, Technical and Advisory Committee (ISTAC) to the Protocol Concerning Pollution from Land-Based Sources and Activities in the Wider Caribbean Region (LBS Protocol)
Mangroves in focus for World Oceans Day
The UNEP Caribbean Environment Programme (UNEP/CEP) will invite proposals for training in mangrove rehabilitation in observance of World Oceans Day, Friday, June 8th and in support of the "Plant for the Planet : Billion Tree Campaign"
UNEP CEP Tree planting in support of the World Environment Day & "Plant for the Planet-Billion Tree Campaign"
The United Nations Environment Programme/ Caribbean Environment Programme (UNEP/CEP) along with the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) and the Portland Environment Protection Association (PEPA), will be planting approximately 200 native trees in observance of World Environment Day today.
Global Tree Planting Campaign Puts Down a Billion Roots on International Day for Biological Diversity
Groundswell of Support from Communities, Citizens and Kindegartens to Governments and Corporations Makes Climate Change Pledge a Reality
World Bank Assistance Strategy Projects Up To $240 Million To Nicaragua Over Five Years
Contacts: In Washington : Stevan Jackson (202) 458-5054 sjackson@worldbank.org In Managua : Maria Teresa Norori (505) 265-0500, Ext. 436 mnorori@worldbank.org WASHINGTON, October 11, 2007 The Board of Executive Directors of the World Bank Group today discussed a new Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) for Nicaragua, with project and investment loans and credits by the International Develop
World Bank Approves $3.8 Million to Protect Vulnerable Land in Guyana
Contact: Stevan Jackson, (202) 458 5054 sjackson@worldbank.org Washington , October 11, 2007 The World Banks Board of Directors today approved a $3.8 million grant to support governmental efforts to reduce the vulnerability from catastrophic flooding of Guyanas low-lying coastal areas, currently threatened by a rise in sea level resulting from global climate change. The new grant is prov
Zoellick: Globalization Must Benefit the World’s Poor
Photos Slideshow: The Vision of the World Bank Group Contacts : In Washington: Amy L. Stilwell (202) 458-4906 astilwell@worldbank.org Geetanjali Chopra (202) 473-0243 gchopra@worldbank.org Broadcast Inquiries: Camille Funnell, (202) 458 9369 cfunnell@worldbank.org Washington, October 10, 2007--World Bank Group President Robert B. Zoellick said, It is the vision of the World B
Bolivia: World Bank approves US $10 million to increase access to education
Contacts: In Washington: Gabriela Aguilar (202) 473-6768 gaguilar2@worldbank.org In La Paz: Rafael Archondo: (591-2) 215-3347 rarchondo@worldbank.org WASHINGTON, October 9, 2007 The World Banks Board of Directors today approved a US $10 million loan to support the La Paz Municipal Governments education strategy by increasing access to secondary education for adolescents and young people a
Panama: WB Opens New Office and Appoints Representative
Contacts : In Washington : Sergio Jellinek (202) 458-2841 sjellinek@worldbank.org Stevan Jackson (202) 458-5054 sjackson@worldbank.org WASHINGTON , October 9, 2007 Pamela Cox, the World Banks Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean, today announced the institutions plans to open an office in Panama City as well as the appointment of Frederic de Dinechin as the new Bank represen
