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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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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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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Regional VET Councils Research on International Practices
The research delves into various aspects related to Regional VET Councils, covering topics such as regulatory provisions, membership composition, governance principles, and partnerships with the labor market. It highlights the role of Regional VET Councils in the decentralization process of the VET
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Transmission Rate Change Overview for June 1, 2020
Presentation on the Rate Change effective June 1, 2020, detailing RNS Rate adjustments, Annual Transmission Revenue Requirements, and Regional Forecasts. The RNS Rate increased to $129.26/kW-year reflecting transmission project impacts, while ATRR analysis showed changes in revenue requirements for
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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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Enhancing Regional Integration Through Statistical Collaboration in the GCC
Regional statistics play a crucial role in informing regional policies, monitoring progress, and assessing developmental outcomes. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has established GCC-Stat as a regional statistics center to meet statistical requirements at the GCC level. By improving regional data
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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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Regional Project Proposal to Enhance Climate Resilience in Pakistan, Mongolia, and PRC
This proposal outlines a regional project focusing on enhancing climate resilience and agricultural productivity in Pakistan, Mongolia, and the People's Republic of China (PRC). The project aims to increase access to credit for smallholder farmers, promote climate-smart agriculture technologies, and
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Progress Report on Regional Integration in Africa
The document presents an assessment of progress on regional integration in Africa, highlighting challenges and achievements in advancing integration agendas. It emphasizes the importance of regional integration, particularly in the context of the AfCFTA, to foster economic transformation and resilie
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Regional Air Quality and Visibility for Tribal Professionals
Understanding regional air quality, visibility, and the impacts of regional haze is crucial for tribal professionals. Clean air is essential for health and cultural practices, while polluted air can diminish visibility and lead to various health and environmental issues. The Clean Air Act aims to co
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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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Report on Fund Utilization for Regional Activities by the Regional Fund Manager
Clara Atari Ipigansi-Olagbaju, the Regional Fund Manager for WCO-WCA, provides insights into the fund utilization for regional activities at the Experts Committee Meeting in Banjul, Gambia. This report outlines the responsibilities, expectations from regional structures, and the process for making a
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Trans-Boundary Cooperation in South Asia Power Sector
This presentation, given at a regional event in Kolkata, discusses the opportunities and challenges of trans-boundary cooperation in the South Asia power sector. It explores the benefits of regional power integration, the analytical approach taken, baseline scenarios, potential impacts of regional c
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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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Enhancing Regional Fishery Body Secretariats Network Development
The Regional Fishery Body Secretariats Network focuses on enhancing cooperation among member organizations to strengthen regional fisheries governance and aquaculture development. Through promoting information sharing and collaboration, the network aims to support the role played by Regional Fishery
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Understanding Counterfactual Impact Evaluation in Regional and Urban Policy
Counterfactual Impact Evaluation (CIE) is a vital tool in assessing the effectiveness of policies related to regional and urban development. By comparing treated units with non-treated units, CIE helps determine the true impact of a policy by isolating the effects of the policy itself. This evaluati
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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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Regional Economic Impacts of Hurricane Disasters: Research Findings and Projections
This study explores the regional economic impacts of hurricane disasters, examining factors such as property losses, vulnerable housing, unemployment rates, and other hazards. Empirical models are used to estimate future property damage, linking these to regional economic trends. The analysis also i
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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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Advancements in NOAA's Next-Generation NWP System
Explore the innovative Data Assimilation techniques and the Unified Forecast System for high-resolution regional modeling at NOAA. The suite aims to simplify operational Earth modeling, combining local and global domains, with an emphasis on observation processing, data assimilation, and verificatio
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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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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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Regional Policies for Pastoralism in East Africa
Explore the significance of regional policies for pastoralism in East Africa through insights on opportunities, challenges, and capacity-building initiatives within Regional Economic Communities. The COMESA Regional Livestock and Pastoralism Forum plays a pivotal role in fostering dialogue and makin
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Understanding Regional Coordination for Accessible Transportation
This presentation delves into the concept of regional coordination in accessible transportation, focusing on the Regional Transportation Advisory Panel, 5-year regional transportation goals, and the significance of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act. It emphasizes t
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Overview of Western Regional Haze Modeling
This presentation provides an overview of Western Regional Haze Modeling, outlining the work plan, division of effort, technical and planning guidance, and applicable documents for regional haze planning. The collaboration and support from various agencies and organizations are acknowledged, emphasi
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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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Draft Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) Overview
The Draft Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) introduced by the Ministry of Civil Aviation aims to enhance regional air connectivity by reviving un-served and under-served airports. The scheme focuses on making air travel affordable for the masses, promoting tourism, increasing employment opportuniti
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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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Africa Regional Integration Index Report 2019 Summary
The Africa Regional Integration Index Report 2019 presented at the Conference of Ministers in Marrakech, Morocco, highlights the framework, dimensions, indicators, and progress on regional integration in Africa. It focuses on aspects such as free movement of people, trade integration, infrastructura
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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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SADC Regional Strategy for Development of Statistics
The SADC Regional Strategy for Development of Statistics aims to address outdated statistical strategies, align with the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan, and meet the increasing demand for harmonized regional statistical data. The strategy development process involved collaborati
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Enhancements and Standardization to KYTC Regional Models
Presentation on KYTC's standardized procedures and enhancements for regional models, including standardized organization of model files, flow of regional TDMs, model scripting, interface design, and completed regional models by KYTC. The presentation highlights the use of various methodologies and d
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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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Enhancing Regional Cooperation for Environmental Observation in North Africa, Middle East, and Balkans
GEO-CRADLE project, funded under H2020, aims to foster regional cooperation and integrate Earth Observation capacities in North Africa, Middle East, and the Balkans. It focuses on developing comprehensive environmental observation systems to address societal priorities like climate change adaptation
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EDA Program Update - Texas Association of Regional Councils
The EDA Program Update for the Texas Association of Regional Councils on September 16, 2020 covered various topics including an overview of the EDA CARES Act funding, competitive funds status, tips for applications, regional office allocations, and the status of CARES Act funds in the Austin regiona
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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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Special Audit of Regional Structures 2016-2021 & Report Summary
Presented by Edwin F.E. Conteh, the President of Audit Committee at WCO/WCA, the special audit of regional structures from 2016 to 2021 was commissioned to align with the regional fund manager. The objectives included conducting risk assessments, assessing internal controls, and ascertaining value f
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Regional Integration in WTO Law: Cases and Exceptions
This presentation delves into the intricacies of regional integration in the context of WTO law, exploring legal provisions such as Article XXIV of GATT 1994 and relevant case law. It examines exceptions, waivers, and derogations related to regional integration, along with the Regional Trade Excepti
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