Indian MPs learn about Germany’s climate policy
February 02, 2017
Indian Members of Parliament on information tour in Berlin to learn about Germany’s Energy Transition and Climate Policy.
Terrestrial Ecosystems
Description
Goal 15- Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to conserve and restore the use of terrestrial ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, drylands and mountains by 2020. Promoting the sustainable management of forests and halting deforestations is also vital to mitigating the impact of climate change. Urgent action must be taken to reduce the loss of natural habitats and biodiversity which are part of our common heritage.
Fact Sheet
Plea for urgent action to curb elephant deaths in Assam
January 06, 2017
Immediate action needed to curb further elephant deaths in Assam as speeding train in Assam kills three more elephants.
UN supports better welfare for farm animals globally
December 07, 2016
The new recommendations stress the importance of animal health and access to veterinary services.
Ecological balance crucial for food security in India: Shyam Khadka, FAO
End Hunger Production and Consumption Climate Change Terrestrial Ecosystems Interviews South Asia Africa
November 23, 2016
Shyam Khadka, the representative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations in India, believes that South Asia with its huge population load will be a driving force for global SDGs particularly from the point of poverty reduction and food security. Excerpts from an exclusive interview to OneWorld South Asia:
UN supports better welfare for farm animals globally
November 15, 2016
The new recommendations stress the importance of animal health and access to veterinary services.
Global wildlife population could drop by two-thirds: study
November 15, 2016
According to a latest report, the top threats to species are directly linked to human activities.
Global wildlife population could drop by two-thirds: study
November 01, 2016
According to a latest report, the top threats to species are directly linked to human activities.
Impact Conclave seeks to appreciate multi-centricity and non-linearity of development challenges: Swapnil Shekhar, Sambodhi
September 02, 2016
The Impact Conclave 2016 aims to provide a platform for high level discussions between politicians, bureaucrats, civil society actors and academics from across disciplines to analyse and showcase impact towards informing thought and action within the development ecosystem. The flagship event of the Impact Conclave has been envisioned against the backdrop of the transition from the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) to the new set of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
