Biodiversity and Society: Societal dimensions of the conservation and utilisation of biological diversity, 14-16 Nov 2012, Germany

Call for Abstracts

Biodiversity and Society: Societal dimensions of the conservation and utilisation of biological diversity

Conference 14^th – 16^th November 2012 in Göttingen

For the past two decades, the conservation of biological diversity has been a key issue on the international political agenda. Both international and national interpretations of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) recognize that biodiversity conservation cannot be achieved with ecological approaches alone, and that a large variety of social, institutional and economic dimensions also play key roles. This complex and multifaceted topic requires trans- and interdisciplinary approaches, and should not be limited to specific questions of single disciplines.

With this in mind, the conference “Biodiversity and Society: Societal dimensions of the conservation and utilisation of biological diversity” aims to provide a scientific contribution to the discussion on the diverse and complex problems associated with biodiversity conservation. The conference will be a platform for exchange between renowned keynote speakers from academia, junior researchers, and representatives from the business and political sectors. Contributions could, for example, consider:

• Effects of anthropogenic global change on biodiversity
• Value and valuation of biodiversity
• Biodiversity as an aspect of environmental law
• Instruments to tackle resource conflicts
• Societal approaches to biodiversity conservation
• Perspectives on biodiversity in different socio-cultural contexts
• Progress and problems of local, national and international biodiversity policy

Inter and transdisciplinary research is particularly encouraged, as are contributions from junior researchers. Please submit your abstracts (in German or English) for posters or oral presentations before the 15^th of June 2012 online at the following website:

www.uni-goettingen.de/biodiversitaet-gesellschaft

A response will be sent within 4 weeks of the closing date. Please note that oral presentations will be limited to 20 minutes.

There will be a guided poster session, and a citable book of abstracts, as well as the opportunity to publish full papers in a book of conference proceedings, is planned. Further information about the conference and about online registration is available through the link above.

Human Dimensions of Conservation Faculty Position, Colorado State University

POSITION:  Assistant Professor of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources

LOCATION:  Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department (HDNR), Warner College of Natural Resources, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado

APPOINTMENT:  Nine-month tenure track

The Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department seeks to hire a dynamic and innovative individual who will broaden the scope of expertise in HDNR and strengthen and expand our social science approaches to cutting edge, interdisciplinary conservation research, teaching, and outreach

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Required: 1) Ph.D. completed by August 2013 in a social science discipline related to duties described below.  2) At least one advanced degree focused on human dimensions of conservation in a field such as community-based conservation, conservation governance, environmental conflict, livelihoods, systems thinking, human migration and/or leadership.

Highly Desirable Criteria: 1) Demonstrated or potential for excellence in teaching and advising in topics related to this position. 2) Ability to develop an effective outreach/service program. 3) Publications in refereed periodicals on issues related to community-based conservation, livelihoods, leadership, conflict, migration or related discipline. 4) Ability to secure funding and build a successful research program, domestically and/or internationally.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  1) Develop and teach courses in disciplines related to community-based conservation, governance, environmental conflict, livelihoods, systems thinking, migration and/or leadership.  2) Advise undergraduate and graduate students.  3) Establish a successful program of research and scholarly activities, including support for graduate students.  4) Participate in professional, university, and community service.

SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Sick leave per University policy, group health, life, dental, disability, and retirement benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: For full consideration send curriculum vita, official transcripts from all universities attended, representative publications, examples of outlines from courses taught, a list of four references (one of whom was your Ph.D. adviser), and a statement of interest that includes your outlook for combining your philosophy of teaching with your research and scholarly work among these fields. Letters of recommendation should include discussion of your potential for teaching and advising excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

All application materials must be submitted electronically by October 1, 2012, to https://warnercnr.colostate.edu/jobs/.  Faxed applications are not acceptable.

DEADLINE:  Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2012.  The position will begin in August 2013. Questions can be directed to Dr. Alan Bright, search chair:  abright@warnercnr.colostate.edu

Professional Qualification in Strategic Environmental Planning, 2-5 July 2012, London

Professional Certificate in Strategic Environmental Planning and Sustainability 2nd - 5th July 2012, London Dear Colleague, The International Centre for Parliamentary Studies is proud to announce The Professional Certificate in Strategic Environmental Planning and Sustainability which is taking place from the 2nd - 5th of July in London. The certificate is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute, the leading body that awards internationally recognised management and leadership qualifications. The certificated programme has been specially designed by our expert staff for those involved in environment and sustainability planning and management. The course will provide participants with an insight into integrated and broad environment and sustainability planning and the management of environmentally accelerated emergencies. This programme will challenge participants to envision environmental and sustainable planning against the backdrop of a number of key issues, and will examine the opportunities for growth and investment. Using the most relevant case studies, participants will examine a range of environmental strategies to deal with the effects of ecological sustainability, climate change and environmental security and will look at the implications of natural disaster management on strategic plans. For further information, please visit our website. If you wish to attend please register online in order to secure your delegate place(s).  Do feel free to circulate this information to relevant colleagues within your organisation or jurisdiction. Kind regards, Alun Lloyd Morris International Centre for Parliamentary Studies Tel: +44 (0) 20 3137 8641 Fax: +44 (0) 845 606 1539  Download Brochure » Register Online » Forward to a Colleague »

Belpasso International Summer School on Environmental and Resource Economics

Belpasso International Summer School on Environmental and Resource Economics

Sustainable Development: Theory and Measurement Methods

2nd- 8th September 2012, Belpasso, Italy

The Department of Agri-food and Environmental Systems Management (DiGeSA) at the University of Catania, the Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei (FEEM) and the European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE), with the support of the Municipality of Belpasso, organise the Belpasso International Summer School on Environmental and Resource Economics. 

The broader objective of the Belpasso International Summer School is to provide advanced training for young researchers who are also EAERE members from all over Europe and beyond on European issues of environmental and resource economics.

The School is hosted in the city of Belpasso, in the Province of Catania, Sicily, Italy and take places take place from the 2nd to the 8th of September. This year, the School's topic is "Sustainable Development: Theory and Measurement Methods".

Ensuring a continuous increase in well-being throughout the world is one of the main challenges to humankind. Since the mid-80s, awareness that economic growth has not necessarily improved living conditions has led to the quest for sustainable development. The concept of sustainability implies the need to consider in policy agendas the long-term interactions among the economic, environmental and social spheres, reconciling their potential trade-offs. 

In spite of the increased effort of the academia, no agreement on the definition and quantitative assessment of sustainability has been reached to date on a worldwide basis. The main aim of the 2012 Belpasso summer school is to collect the latest advancements in the field from research leaders, in order to provide young scholars with the most appropriate theoretical and methodological background and to enable them to make a valuable contribution to the post Rio+20 scientific debate.

Deadline for Applications: June 24th, 2012

More at: http://www.feem-project.net/belpasso_2012/

Vacancy: Program Director for the Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative at Yale

The Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative ELTI is seeking a Program Director. ELTI is a joint initiative the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies (F&ES) and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) in Panama. ELTI is an innovative, applied capacity building program on tropical forest conservation and restoration that operates out of Yale University, the Republic of Panama and Singapore.

For more information on the position, and for the link to apply, see http://www.environment.yale.edu/elti/en/media/jobs/elti-program-director
For more information on ELTI, see http://www.elti.org