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A structure for environment governance: A perspective on proposed National Environmental Protection Agency – A commentary in Economic and Political Weekly
Posted on 27 Apr, 2011 07:46 PMThis report on a round table held in November 2009 by a cross section of activists, policy analysts and academics deals with a move by the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) to restructure the environmental governance structure of the country through the proposed National Environmental Protection Agency.
A demo on the use of hydrosheds (hydrological data & maps based on shuttle elevation derivatives) at multiple scales for Orissa
Posted on 27 Apr, 2011 02:21 PMThe national hydrographic dataset can be used to delineate watersheds and mark all streams and channels that contribute to the flow at the outlets of these watersheds. Even though I was able to find out pdfs created by the National Information Center, I felt we need something better than the pdfs.
Wagatech Pvt. Ltd. is looking for Technical cum Sales & Marketing executives
Posted on 27 Apr, 2011 01:58 PMWagatech offers creative solutions for Water and Gas industry. With its innovative leakage detection systems it facilitates conservation of vital resources like Water and Gas. Wagatech with its strategic partnership with vonRoll hydro, Switzerland shall bring in its global expertise and rich experience of managing most diverse utility networks on the planet to Indian subcontinent. Wagatech focuses on assisting municipal bodies, utility service providers as well as water distributing companies to plan, design and implement modern technologies and infrastructure, reduce transit losses in their distribution infrastructure and avoid possible damage to the public and private property due to leakages.
Profile of MEP Engineering - A specialized low cost piping design and drafting services in India
Posted on 27 Apr, 2011 01:55 PMWe have professional team of engineers, designers and drafters involved in product design also having vast experience in all areas of mechanical design and drafting projects. The design of a piping system can have a significant impact on the successful operation of your mechanical project. Items such as sump design, suction piping design, suction and discharge pipe size, etc needs to be carefully considered before they are implemented and for that you need extremely perfect and accurate piping design and drawings.
Census: India, a nation of 1.21 billion - Article from Down to Earth
Posted on 25 Apr, 2011 05:30 PM
India is the most populous nation after China (1,342 million). India hosts 17.5 per cent of the world’s population compared to China’s 19.4 per cent. Of 28 states and seven Union Territories, 20 states contribute to 98 per cent of India’s population.
‘SACOSAN IV special issue’ - WASH news and policy update: Bi-monthly e-newsletter of India WASH Forum, Issue 17, March 2011
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 05:31 PM- SACOSAN IV Sri Lanka
The South Asia Conference on Sanitation (SACOSAN IV) is scheduled for Sri Lanka from 4th to the 7th April in Colombo. The Conference is a unique bi-annual inter-ministerial meeting that has an exclusive focus on sanitation and hygiene in south Asia.
National Green Tribunal (NGT) – Relevant notifications from the Ministry of Environment and Forests
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 05:16 PMAdapting to the global groundwater crisis - Its usage needs to be regulated and monitored
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 12:03 PMThe global groundwater crisis centers on withdrawals notably exceeding short term renewable storage. The current global groundwater crisis reflects the fact that over the past century, groundwater withdrawal has grown to exceed natural renewable groundwater storage. The single most important cause is the deep well turbine pump. Groundwater depletion is very high in both the United States and India.
‘Revival of Siddh Baba Kodiya talaab’ - Janhit Foundation's e-newsletter of March 2011
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:39 AMThe Janhit Foundation's newsletter of March 2011 focuses on the following topics:
Chemonics is looking for specialists in forestry, climate adaptation and carbon finance in India - Apply by 31st May 2011
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:17 AMChemonics is an international development consulting company that helps governments, businesses, civil society groups, and communities promote meaningful change so people can live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives.
Chemonics seeks speclialists for an anticipated USAID-funded project focused on sustainable forests and climate change mitigation in India. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
A. Forestry specialist:
The forestry specialist will support reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation as well as enhanced sequestration, through afforestation, conservation, and sustainable management.