Training program will boost circular economy practices in Latin America
Leida Mercado , a senior researcher at EfD Central America, is leading a trainer of trainer program in circular economy. 25 professionals who work with local governments in Argentina, Chile, Costa…
EfD’s new Data Coordinator provides support to centers and researchers
Agustin Petroni is EfD’s new full-time Data Coordinator. He will support all the researchers and centers in the network in matters regarding data management. This service will be very valuable, not…
Households and tree-planting for wood energy production – Do perceptions matter?
EfD Authors:
While forests are a primary source of energy for the majority of Tanzanian households, the forest cover is rapidly declining. The Tanzanian government has introduced a tree-planting campaign strategy, aimed at reducing pressure on natural forests.
Difference-in differences with multiple time periods
UNU-WIDER Online Seminar taking place Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021: Time: 16:00 – 17:00 EEST (GTM+3) Location: Zoom Please register here: https://www2.wider.unu.edu/crm/content/seminar-difference…
“The IGE program will help us make an impact”
The Inclusive Green Economy (IGE) program is now up and running: The participating high-level civil servants from East Africa have had their first training sessions. Meet June Nyakahuma, one of the…
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Uganda
Green areas have to be taken into account when developing cities
Rapid urbanization is a global trend. Ambitions to build cities out of a recession and overheated housing markets are factors that can accentuate that trend. But when densification is seen as the…
Study identifies ocean financing as means to ensure sustainable ocean economy
A new study has identified ocean finance as key to overcome challenges associated with ocean conservation and sustainability, and move towards a sustainable ocean economy that, as the High-Level Panel…
Financing a sustainable ocean economy
EfD Authors:
AbstractThe ocean, which regulates climate and supports vital ecosystem services, is crucial to our Earth system and livelihoods. Yet, it is threatened by anthropogenic pressures and climate change. A healthy ocean that supports a sustainable ocean economy requires adequate financing vehicles that generate, invest, align, and account for financial capital to achieve sustained ocean health and governance.