contributed by
Jenny Bjork
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Apr 28, 2011 10:22 AM
Author: Ulrich Hoffmann
Publishing Date:
2011
Category: Not Specified.
This is a discussion paper from Untied Nations
Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), published in
February 2011, authored by Ulrich Hoffmann. In short, the paper
argues that for a large number of developing countries, agriculture
remains the single most important sector. Climate change has potential
to damage irreversibly the natural resource base on which agriculture
depends, with grave consequences for food security. But agriculture
is also the sector that has the potential to transcend from
being a problem to becoming an essential part of the solution to climate
change, but this will require further efforts.
contributed by
Chet Thaochoo
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Jan 24, 2013 04:31 AM
Author:
Publishing Date:
2011
Category: Research
The Employment Working Papers series is designed to disseminate the main findings of research initiatives undertaken by the various departments and programmes of the Sector. The working papers are intended to encourage exchange of ideas and to stimulate debate. The views expressed are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of the ILO.
contributed by
Jenny Bjork
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Jan 31, 2011 10:20 AM
Author: ILO AP Green Jobs Network
Publishing Date:
2011
Category: CoP Product
This is Green Jobs-AP's first Community Updates, a one-page newsletter where members can share and find news, events, resources and updates on Green Jobs and the Green Jobs-AP portal.
contributed by
g20bkkgj@ilo.org
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May 02, 2014 08:24 AM
Author: ILO Country Office for Pakistan/ILO
Publishing Date:
2010
Category: Research
Pakistan is joining the Climate Neutral Network (CN Net) with a vision of making the country a destination of choice for International Carbon Finance investments and Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects. Already, CDM projects ranging from biogas co-generation to energy and fuel efficiency are being implemented nation-wide. Now the agriculture sector in Pakistan has gained prominence in the wake of global developments in the field of green jobs which require projects in the public sector and the transfer of this technology to the private sector for conserving resources and promoting sustainable development with decent work.
contributed by
Jenny Bjork
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Sep 22, 2011 06:48 AM
Author: Green For All
Publishing Date:
2010
Category: Research
"The U.S. food sector is among the most productive in the world and is a significant driver of our economy. Yet, it’s failing us in major ways – putting public health, livelihoods and our environment at great risk. Obesity and diabetes rates are rising, communities are plagued by food deserts, and agriculture runoff is the biggest source of pollution in our rivers and lakes.The good news is that communities across the country are addressing this crisis in innovative ways. Through different community-based efforts, local activists and food advocates are finding ways to improve community health and environmental outcomes while creating a more economically equitable food system.It is within this context that this report identifies opportunities to transform jobs in the green economy and enhance environmental and economic equity outcomes in the future. The initial analysis promises opportunities for workers to build long-term skills, and emphasizes the importance of linking local efforts to broader regional and national policy platforms. This multi-level engagement and collaboration will help set in motion the systemic changes needed to create a more sustainable and equitable food system." (Excecutive Summary)
contributed by
Jenny Bjork
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Jul 19, 2011 03:38 AM
Author: Chuck Kooshian, Steve Winkelman
Publishing Date:
2010
Category: Research
This report "documents how efficient land use planning can improve household resilience to rising oil prices by enhancing travel choices; how allowing more people to live closer to job centers can boost employment rates and income levels for low-wage workers while reducing exposure to congestion for all; and how smart growth policies, when well applied, reduce government infrastructure costs, enhance public health and conserve natural resources. The report also provides recommendations for the federal government to “equip and empower” state and local experts to implement smart growth policies and realize their economic and livability benefits."
contributed by
Jenny Bjork
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Apr 29, 2011 08:48 AM
Author: Kawakami, T.; Khai, T.
Publishing Date:
2010
Category: Training Material
An ILO action manual for waste collectors and communities to promote their joint actions in improving safety, health and efficiency in waste collection and management.
contributed by
g20bkkgj@ilo.org
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Apr 30, 2014 10:48 AM
Author: ILO Country Office for Pakistan/ILO
Publishing Date:
2010
Category: Project and Programme
This report has been written in light of the Green Jobs Initiative by the International Labor Organization (ILO) at Islamabad to assess, analyze and promote the creation of decent and green jobs in Pakistan. One of the pivotal challenges of the 21st Century is to protect the environment for a stabilized global climate. For the last few decades, climate change has become a menacing reality rather than a remote possibility. The use of renewable energy sources is one of the measures for combating climate change. It is one of the options that have significant impact on reducing Green House Gas (GHG) emissions and is extremely important for mitigating the impacts of climate change.
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