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Social and Economic Importance of Terrestrial…

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Social and Economic Importance of Terrestrial…

Social and Economic Importance of Terrestrial Ecosystems

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Terrestrial ecosystems are important for social and economic reasons through both their products – such as timber, fruits, etc. – and their services –…

The Rights of Indigenous Populations

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The Rights of Indigenous Populations

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"Laudato Si' inspired all of us with its call for integral human development. And that means that we have to look at human development with a holistic…

A Hindu Approach to Environmental Care

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A Hindu Approach to Environmental Care

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This chapter looks at the ethical contradictions with human-induced climate change through the lens of hinduism, stressing the importance of non-violence in Hinduism. …

Introduction to SDG 15

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Introduction to SDG 15

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This chapter provides an overview of the nine targets associated with SDG 15, which relates to terrestrial ecosystems or Life on Land. The targets focus on: preserving…

The Holistic Design of Public Policies for SDG 15

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The Holistic Design of Public Policies for SDG 15

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In this chapter, Virgilio Viana discusses holistic approaches to the design of public policies policies for sustainable development using his experience as state…

Interview with Verónica Ruiz, Nature-based…

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Interview with Verónica Ruiz, Nature-based…

Interview with Verónica Ruiz, Nature-based Solutions Programme Officer, IUCN

From SDG Academy

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This video is the third video of unit 2.1 of the course Nature-based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience taught by Nathalie Doswald, Mikhail Fernandes, and…

Human Dimension of Ecosystem Protection and…

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Human Dimension of Ecosystem Protection and…

Human Dimension of Ecosystem Protection and Management, Part I

From SDG Academy

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The human dimension of terrestrial ecosystems is often neglected or poorly addressed. Virgilio Viana argues that the best long-term solution for good stewardship of…

Terrestrial and Inland Freshwater Ecosystems,…

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Terrestrial and Inland Freshwater Ecosystems,…

Terrestrial and Inland Freshwater Ecosystems, Part II

From SDG Academy

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Terrestrial ecosystems have very close connections with inland freshwater ecosystems in terms of both flora and fauna; to protect a fishery, protect a flooded forest.…

Reflection on Taking Action in the Anthropocene

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Reflection on Taking Action in the Anthropocene

From SDG Academy

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This video is a collection of perspectives regarding tipping points and planetary boundaries. This course on planetary boundaries and human opportunities is the first…

The Role and Risks of Technology in the…

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The Role and Risks of Technology in the…

The Role and Risks of Technology in the Anthropocene

From SDG Academy

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This chapter is about technology in the Anthropocene. Professor Galaz begins with an example of the Titi money from the Amazon, which is used to promote conservation…

Case Study: Lessons from Viet Nam

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Case Study: Lessons from Viet Nam

From SDG Academy

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Perspectives on industrial policy from Vu Xuan Nguyet Hong, former Vice President at the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) in Vietnam. This video is…

The Ethics of Migration and Refugees

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The Ethics of Migration and Refugees

From SDG Academy

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This chapter discusses the complexities surrounding the ethics of migration and how different causes of migration require different approaches, and suggests a…

Terrestrial and Inland Freshwater Ecosystems,…

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Terrestrial and Inland Freshwater Ecosystems,…

Terrestrial and Inland Freshwater Ecosystems, Part I

From SDG Academy

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This chapter looks into different types of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and differing definitions of ecosystems, including: A human-determined transition…

Renewables: Solar

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Renewables: Solar

From SDG Academy

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This chapter profiles the science and potential impact of solar power. Its history is briefly profiled; notably, that it's not a new technology and has gone through…

Good Water Management in Industry

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Good Water Management in Industry

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In this case study, Viktoria Granström shares some experiences of how to work with good water management. This video is licensed under the CC BY-NC-SA license.

Impact Finance

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Impact Finance

From SDG Academy

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This case study looks at the impact that financing SDG6 and access to water has on communities and people, through the story of a woman from Birbhum, West Bengal. This…

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