Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives and Resources in New York State
Julie C. Suarez, Associate Dean for Land Grant Affairs, emphasizes the vision for 2050 in achieving net-zero emissions in agriculture and forestry. The New York State Climate Assessment highlights the impacts of climate change on farmworkers and agricultural practices, including heat stress, crop an
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A Student Exploration of the Global Impacts of Climate Change on Human Health
This research delves into the effects of climate change on human health, covering how a warming climate, changes in precipitation, and increased flooding frequencies impact various health aspects such as infectious diseases, nutrition, and mental health. The study provides a visual model illustratin
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Climate Change Impacts and Projections in Western Cape Directorate 2023
Climate Change presentation highlights real impacts such as sea level rise, increased fire risks, and projected scenarios like extreme temperatures, droughts, and greenhouse gas emissions in the Western Cape. Projections indicate significant challenges ahead, urging action towards adaptation and mit
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Understanding Trauma Impacts on Children in Care
Children in care may exhibit unexpected behaviors due to exposure to abuse, neglect, poor attachments, and experiences of grief and loss. Module two of the training program focuses on understanding the impacts of trauma on children and young people, covering topics such as developmental stages, expe
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Investment Responses to Biophysical Climate Impacts on Water, Energy, and Land in SDGs and Climate Policies
Investment assessments using Integrated Assessment Models (IAMs) are evolving to include biophysical climate impacts, assessing climate uncertainty on investments. The approach involves the MESSAGEix-GLOBIOM IAM, considering climate policy, SDG measures, and impacts under different scenarios. Climat
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Enhancing Local Development Through Integrated Planning: A Critical Analysis
The background paper explores the relevance of integrated development plans for achieving sustainable local development in Zambia. It highlights weaknesses in national development plans, development coordinating committees at provincial and district levels, and district-level spatial plans. The intr
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Understanding the Socio-Cultural Impacts of Tourism
The socio-cultural impacts of tourism on host communities can be both positive and negative. Tourism can influence local identities, values, and traditions, leading to changes in behavior and community structures. While tourism can create job opportunities and foster cultural pride, it may also resu
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Macro-Economic Impacts of COVID-19 in Mauritius: Research Findings and Policy Recommendations
The webinar conducted by Dr. T. Juwaheer and Ms. K. Appadoo from the University of Mauritius shed light on the significant macro-economic impacts of COVID-19 in Mauritius. They discussed the current status, negative impacts on various industries, industries likely to receive boosts, and key facts an
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Understanding Social Impact Assessment Process
Social Impact Assessment (SIA) is a crucial process that analyzes, monitors, and manages the social consequences of developments to assess their effects on quality of life and wellbeing. It aims to identify both positive and negative impacts, involving individuals, groups, and communities in decisio
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Socio-Economic Impacts of Offshore Wind Farm Projects: A Study on Marine Renewable Energy
The paper presented at the IAIA Brisbane Session delves into the socio-economic impacts of Offshore Wind Farm (OWF) projects, focusing on the EU context, the range of impacts, research methodologies, and predicted versus actual impacts. The study reviews Environmental Statements (ESs) and case studi
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Global Best Practices for Optimizing RE/EE Socio-Economic Impacts
The SE4JOBS Project aims to identify and analyze global best practices in optimizing socio-economic impacts through RE/EE deployment in developing and emerging countries. By examining key variables and causal relationships, the project seeks to inspire policy debates and decision-making processes to
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Transboundary Environmental Impact Assessment for Greenstar Development
The Transboundary Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) conducted for the Greenstar Development project involving EU Member States A and B reveals potential environmental impacts like soil and waste deposition, polluted dredging material transfer, and altered currents affecting wetlands and flooding
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California Communities Environmental Health Screening Tool (Cal-EnviroScreen) Overview
California Communities Environmental Health Screening Tool, known as Cal-EnviroScreen, is a program that focuses on environmental justice, aiming to ensure fair treatment for all individuals concerning environmental laws. The initiative addresses concerns related to cumulative impacts of pollution o
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Understanding Development and Permitted Development in Town Planning
Development in town planning encompasses a wide range of activities, from building and engineering to changes in land use. Permitted Development under the General Permitted Development Order grants deemed planning permission for specific types of development. Schedule 2, Part 1 outlines Classes A-H
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Insights on Livestock Marketing, Agricultural Cooperatives, and Rural Economic Impacts
Explore a wide range of topics in the agricultural sector, including the role of Agricultural Cooperatives, Rural Electric Cooperatives, and Farm Credit Associations in generating significant economic impacts. Delve into innovative tools like the Farm Transition Simulator and understand the potentia
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Ecosystem Impacts of Natural Gas Development in Wyoming
Rapid energy development in Wyoming, particularly in the Atlantic Rim Natural Gas region, poses potential ecological challenges for rangeland species. The study focuses on predicting impacts of natural gas development on biodiversity and ecosystem services in the region, highlighting the need for ca
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Linking Electrification and Productive Use - Insights and Recommendations
Rural electrification plays a crucial role in driving positive impacts, but its effectiveness varies based on factors like electricity supply, availability of services, and socio-economic context. To maximize benefits, electrification efforts should be reliable, bundled with complementary policies,
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Environmental Impacts of Tourism: Balancing Conservation and Development
Tourism plays a significant role in both damaging and preserving the environment. While tourism development can lead to negative impacts like resource depletion, water scarcity, and habitat loss, it also has the potential to raise awareness, contribute to conservation efforts, and fund the protectio
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Alleviating Misconceptions About Energy: Wildlife Impacts, Bird Mortality, Human Health, and Shadow Flicker
These slides address common misconceptions about energy, focusing on wildlife impacts, bird mortality from wind turbines, human health effects, and shadow flicker concerns. They highlight strategies to reduce wildlife impacts, comparisons of bird mortality with other structures, lack of evidence for
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Understanding Development Charges and Bill 108: Key Insights from City of Windsor Task Force Meeting
Development Charges are fees imposed on new developments to fund growth-related infrastructure and facilities. Bill 108, More Homes, More Choices Act, brings changes to Development Charges in Windsor. Key legislation such as the Development Charges Act and Planning Act impacts the imposition and col
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Attitudes Towards VET and Its Impacts on Development in Tanzania
Attitudes towards vocational education and training (VET) in Tanzania and their impacts on its development are explored in this paper. Starting with the historical context of VET in Tanzania, the study discusses the evolution and current status of VET, highlighting challenges and attitudes towards i
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Economic Impacts and Housing Challenges in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Economic Recovery Group, led by Oliver Morley of Huntingdonshire DC and Damian Roche of Accent, is focusing on the economic impacts and housing challenges in the region. They have noted that economic distress contributes to poor outcomes and impacts factors such a
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Analysis of Economic Assistance and Impacts on Interoperability at RFC-7 Advisory Group's Meeting
Overview of the RFC-7 Advisory Group's meeting discussing technical support for interoperability and economic assistance through the CBA methodology. The results from three case studies and the identification of remaining issues are presented, highlighting the direct and indirect impacts of solving
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Impacts and Solutions for Water Management in the Delta Region
The images depict various impacts of single-tunnel projects on the Delta region, including personal, community, agricultural, and environmental effects. The analysis discusses negative impacts on agricultural resources and calls for the advancement of water reliability through regional self-reliance
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National Priorities for Climate Change Science and Knowledge in Canada
Canadians are experiencing firsthand the impacts of climate change, including wildfires, heatwaves, floods, hurricanes, and droughts. To address these challenges, foundational climate change science and knowledge are essential for understanding our changing environment, identifying impacts, making i
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Disaster Risk Management and Climate Change Nexus in Caribbean Region
The Caribbean region faces critical challenges due to the intersection of disaster risk management and climate change, with annual hydro-meteorological disasters on the rise. Countries like Haiti, Cuba, and Puerto Rico are experiencing increasing disaster impacts, urging immediate attention to clima
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Impact Assessment in Events and Tourism: Models and Applications
This text discusses various models and applications of Impact Assessment (IA) in events and tourism, exploring topics such as strategic impact assessment, economic, social, and cultural impacts, and performance evaluation. It covers the subjects and objects of IA, forecasting impacts, and the outcom
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Climate Change Impacts on Agriculture: Challenges and Solutions
Climate change is affecting agriculture through various factors like temperature changes, pest pressures, and precipitation alterations, impacting crop development and yield. These effects transcend individual agro-ecosystems, impacting soil resources and leading to soil erosion. Changes in producti
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Future Growth and Economic Impacts of GBSD Program in Northern Utah
Ground Based Strategic Deterrence program is set to bring substantial growth opportunities to Northern Utah, with an influx of jobs, economic impacts, and community development. The program's current situation at Hill AFB shows stability and promising future prospects, with significant contracts awa
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Economic Impacts of Climate Change in Uganda: Sector Studies and Case Studies
Addressing the economic impacts of climate change in Uganda, this study delves into four main components including downscaling of climate change scenarios, economic modeling at national and sectoral levels, policy recommendations, and communication strategies. With a focus on sectors such as water,
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Marine Aquaculture Impacts on Submersed Aquatic Vegetation
The document explores the impacts of structures and shading used in commercial shellfish mariculture activities on submersed aquatic vegetation, particularly seagrasses. It discusses the varying effects of mariculture structures on eelgrass density, productivity, and the potential habitat they provi
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Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development in Solid Waste Management
This module focuses on the treatment systems for solid waste, wastewater, and gaseous emissions, emphasizing the importance of balancing development with environmental protection. Key topics covered include the impacts of inappropriate development, environmental problems, and the concept of sustaina
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Impacts of EPA's Clean Power Plan on Mississippi and Economic Development
Analysis of the Clean Power Plan by the EPA, focusing on its potential impacts in Mississippi. The plan's effects on energy, jobs, industry, and consumers are discussed, highlighting concerns such as economic development impacts, job losses, higher rates, and implications for Mississippi's electric
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Livestock Marketing and Agricultural Economics Insights
Explore the economic impacts of agricultural cooperatives and farm credit associations, along with innovative tools like the Farm Transition Simulator. Delve into the influence of broadband access, childcare availability, and emerging trends in livestock and meat production. Gain valuable insights i
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Climate Change Impacts on Inequality Between Countries
Climate change impacts and mitigation costs influence inequality between countries, affecting convergence rates and distribution of impacts. Research explores scenarios up to 2100, showing slower convergence under high damage estimates. Mitigation essential for limiting inequality, especially for th
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Understanding the Economic Impacts of Transport Corridors: A Critical Review
This review explores the development impacts of transport corridors beyond travel time and vehicle operating cost savings, addressing winners and losers, trade-offs for policymakers, and conditions for positive net economic benefits. Key findings show a narrow focus on immediate impacts, evidence of
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Interpreting the Use of 'Severe' in NPPF Impact Assessment
Understanding the term 'severe' in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) for impact severity and its implications within the industry. The NPPF guidelines emphasize the importance of addressing significant impacts on the transport network and distinguishing between severe and significant imp
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Greater Binghamton Airport Legislative Update - Aviation Progress and Collaborations
Greater Binghamton Airport's legislative update presented by Commissioner Mark Heefner highlights current projects, short-term plans, community impacts, and collaborations. The report discusses the impacts of Covid-19 on air services, efforts to increase air service and improve safety measures, as w
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Achieving Human Rights and Development in Developing States: A Comparative Analysis
Human rights and development in developing states are crucial components, with a focus on economic and social development models. The discussion covers the concept of human development, state development, Sustainable Development Goals, comparisons between Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Kerala, and expert
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Impacts from Space: A Journey Through Celestial Collisions
Explore the fascinating world of space rocks and their impacts on our solar system. From the asteroid belt to Jupiter's recent collisions, witness the remnants of cosmic encounters on moons, planets, and even Earth itself. Discover the history of impacts, including the catastrophic event that led to
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