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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221119
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SUMMARY:27th Session of Conference of the Parties (COP 27)
DESCRIPTION:The 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 27) to the UNFCCC will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh\, Egypt from 7-18 November 2022.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/27th-session-of-conference-of-the-parties-cop-27/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221022
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220622T154248Z
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SUMMARY:Extension of Deadline for Abstract Submission: 23rd WaterNet/WARFSA/GWPSA Symposium
DESCRIPTION:About: \nThe 23rd WaterNet/WARFSA/GWP-SA Symposium will be held in Rustenburg\, South Africa at the Sun City Resort\, 19 – 21 October 2022 under the theme Integrated Water Resources Management for Sustainable Development in East and Southern Africa. The North-West University is the lead host of the 23rd Symposium. \nThe Symposia have been held annually in the Eastern and Southern African regions for the past 22 years to promote interaction among policymakers\, academics\, practitioners from water and related sectors\, and cooperating partners. Together\, they identify regional issues\, gaps\, and priorities that require further research and support. Great emphasis will be placed on integration of knowledge\, particularly involving scholars from the natural and social sciences. \nThe sub-themes of the symposium have been aligned to the themes of the SADC Water Research Agenda under the Regional Strategic Action Plan on Integrated Water Resources Development and Management Phase IV\, whose main objective is:\n• Promoting evidence-based implementation of SADC water programs and projects through multi- and inter-disciplinary research\, and synthesis of existing and new information\, which will\nlead to a realization of SADC developmental goals. \nSub-themes: \nPolicymakers\, academics\, practitioners from water and related sectors\, and cooperating partners are invited to register for and attend the symposium and make use of this opportunity to listen and debate findings from presentations focused on the different sub-themes. \nAuthors wishing to present the results of their work should submit their abstracts targeting the topics detailed in the link here. \nThe deadline for abstract submission has been extended to 30 June 2022. \n  \n 
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/extension-of-deadline-for-abstract-submission-23rd-waternet-warfsa-gwpsa-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221022
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220615T165416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090728Z
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SUMMARY:FAO Science and Innovation Forum
DESCRIPTION:The FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2022 will take place from 17-21 October\, virtually and provide different stakeholders\, in particular from low and middle-income countries (LMICs)\, the space and opportunity to take stock of the science and evidence base and gaps\, engage in dialogues and share experiences around science-based actions and innovative solutions. Roundtables\, panel discussions\, and various interactive formats will be utilized. The Science and Innovation Forum will be preceded by independently organized side-events\, with partners and Members showcasing their innovations and insights. \nFAO Science and Innovation Forum 2022 will focus on highlighting the centrality of STI for agrifood systems transformation. The event will encourage a diversity of perspectives based on science\, thereby facilitating rationalization and inclusiveness of debate. More specifically\, the objectives are to: \n\nShare robust science and evidence-based options for more efficient\, inclusive\, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems.\nAssist countries in making informed decisions regarding the co-creation\, adaptation and adoption of appropriate and context-specific technologies and innovations.\nExplore scientific and technological advances and associated risks and opportunities.\nPromote effective science communication\, including by engaging on contentious issues.\nAnalyze options for strengthening science and evidence-based decision-making.\n\n\n\n\nExpression of interest for Side Events by 31 July 2022 \nThe expression of interest regarding a side event needs to be submitted through the appropriate form by 31 July 2022. \n Side-Event expression of interest form\n \nTIMELINE \n\n31 July 2022: Deadline for submission\n1 August- 31 August 2022: Screening\non or before 31 August 2022: The Secretariat will notify the lead organizations the feedback and status of selection of the side event\n\nPlease send the filled out form to Science-Innovation@fao.org \nThe announcement is taken from here.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/fao-science-and-innovation-forum/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20221004T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20221004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220324T015212Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Papers: International Workshop on “The Water-Energy-Food-Nexus: Implementation and Examples of Applications”
DESCRIPTION:International Workshop on\n“The Water-Energy-Food-Nexus: Implementation and Examples of Applications”\n04 October 2022: 08:45-10:30 and 11:15 to 13:00 hours (TBC)\nAdelaide\, Australia \nBackground: \nThe world’s population is expected to grow from 6 billion today to at least 9 billion by the year 2050. The population growth\, urbanization and industrialization are imposing rapidly growing demands and pressures on the water and energy resources and causing in many cases imbalance between supply and demand. This growing imbalance has led to shortages\, competition\, and other environmental pressures. Achieving food\, water and energy security as well as improving the quality of life\, while preserving the environment\, will continue to pose major challenges to Scientists\, Decision makers and Technicians in the next few decades. Irrigation globally consumes around 70% of freshwater resources. This water is becoming increasingly scarce. Therefore\, improving water and energy use efficiency and productivity in agriculture practices will be significant and valuable. \nThe interdependence of the water\, food and energy is well known since early civilization. Farmers had to lift water using waterwheels run by cattle to bring water to the surface and irrigate fields. The present challenge is how to produce more crop per drop per kwatt energy per unit area of land. This is the essence of new focus on the nexus. \nObjectives: \nThis Workshop will bring together experts from all over the world to share information\, experience\, and views on how to implement the water-energy-food nexus in agriculture. The focus will be on the practice application and address the three elements of the Nexus: Water\, Food and Energy. \nTheme/Sub-themes: \nThe main theme of the International Workshop of Working Group is “The Water-Energy-Food-Nexus: Implementation and Examples of Applications”. \nSub-topics/ Sub-themes:  \n(i) Water-Energy-Food-Nexus at field\, regional and country scales. Examples of applications; \n(ii) How the environment and ecosystem services benefit from the Nexus; \n(iii) Economic analysis of food production within the nexus; \n(iv) Management practices that promote the Nexus; and \n(v) Institutional and Governance issues in implementing the Nexus. \nAbstracts / papers are invited and encouraged from professionals\, researchers\, experts\, practitioners\, managers\, and policy-makers on the State\, Province or Local levels based on the mandate of the WG. \nSCHEDULE FOR SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS / FULL PAPERS \ni. Submission of abstracts (max. 600 words) : 30 May 2022 \nii. Notification of acceptance : 15 June 2022 \niii. Submission of full papers (max. 10 pages of A-4 size) : 30 July 2022 \niv. Notification of acceptance of full papers : 01 August 2022 \nThe Workshop is being organized by ICID’s Working Group on Water Food Energy Nexus (WG-WFE_N) during the 24th ICID Congress and 73rd International Executive Council (IEC) Meeting from 03-10 October 2022 at Adelaide\, Australia. \nContact-coordinates: \nWorkshop Chairman: Dr Ragab Ragab\, President of ICID\, Chairman of the Working Group on “Water-Energy-Food Nexus” and Fellow at UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology\, UKCEH\, UK email: ragab@icid.org \nDr. K Yella Reddy\, Vice President Hon. ICID; Dean\, AMGR Agricultural University; Secretary\, WG on “Water Energy-Food Nexus” (E-mail: yellark@gmail.com); and Former Director (A&R)\, WALAMTARI\, Hyderabad\, India. \nWorkshop Coordinator: Er. Balasaheb Anantrao Chivate\, Director (Technical)\, International\nCommission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) (E-mail: icid@icid.org)\, New Delhi. India \nThis announcement is taken from here!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/call-for-papers-international-workshop-on-the-water-energy-food-nexus-implementation-and-examples-of-applications/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220721
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
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SUMMARY:Registration Open: 5th World Congress on Agroforestry 2022
DESCRIPTION:The registration period to participate in the 5th World Congress on Agroforestry 2022: Transitioning to a Viable World is now open. You are warmly invited to register for this congress that will take place in Québec City\, Canada\, on July 17-20\, 2022. Virtual participation will also be possible. You can now register for our agroforestry field trips\, some touristic activities to discover the surroundings of Québec City and the banquet which will be held on July 19th\, 2022\, in the beautiful Château Frontenac\, emblem of Québec City. You can also visit our website to discover the themes of the plenary and parallel sessions\, the workshops and  side events which will take place during the congress. Thematic days for emerging researchers (July 17th\, 2022) and Québec agroforestry actors (July 19th\, 2022)\, will also be organized. Don’t forget to visit our website regularly as this list of activities and events will increase over the next months.  The cost of registration is adapted to the participants’ profiles\, according to their needs and capacities. Your live presence will allow you to receive a participation certificate or\, for Québec agronomists and forestry engineers\, training credits. Deadline for early bird registration:  March 15th\, 2022.\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/call-for-abstracts-for-the-5th-world-congress-on-agroforestry-extended-until-december-1st-2021/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T093000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220615T152625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090729Z
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SUMMARY:Governing the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: A policy-science dialogue!
DESCRIPTION:About:  \nThis is the 6th session of the 2nd Round of Webinar on Water-Food-Energy. It focuses on NEXUS SOLUTIONS. \nHow can cross-sectoral coordination and decision-making successfully be integrated into governance structures? This webinar will answer this question by bringing together both science and practice to reveal existing barriers\, challenges\, and opportunities with a focus on the MENA region. \nA lively discussion with the audience following the two key presentations will be conducted. \nDate: Thursday (23 June 2022)  \nTime: 14:00 to 15:30 Rome Time (GMT +2) \nRegistration is required. Click here! \nWebinar Agenda: \n14:00-14:10  \nWelcome and a short introduction to the topic of WEF Nexus institutionalization with a focus on MENA \nSpeakers: Irene Sander\, Global Nexus Secretariat\, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) \n14:10-14:40  \nPresentation: WEF Nexus Governance as polycentric governance – conceptional foundations and empirical insights \nSpeakers: Dr. Ines Dombrowsky\, German Development Institute (DIE) \n14:40-15:10  \nPresentation: The inter-ministerial Water-Energy working group Jordan \nSpeakers: Dr. Louy Qoaider\, Energy Efficient Water Sector (EEWS)\, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) \n15:10-15:30 \nTime for questions and exchange with the audience \n15:30  \nClosing \nSpeakers: Irene Sander & Michael Jacobson
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/governing-the-water-energy-food-nexus-a-policy-science-dialogue/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220606T124546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090730Z
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SUMMARY:Nexus Water-Energy-FoodEcosystems approach: An adaptation Strategy to cope with climate change
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar: \nThis is the 1st Webinar organized by PRIMA after the training on Nexus Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) organized in December 2021 which gathered 1400 participants. The webinar will address the role\nof Nexus WEFE as a tool to cope with climate change (adaptation and mitigation). Implementation of Nexus WEFE will ovoid maladaptation generally performed at the sectoral and project-based activities without\nadequate consideration or coordination of cross-sectoral interactions among key climate-sensitive sectors. \nThe presentations and discussion will be based on concrete examples as well hand-on experiences implementing Nexus in African countries. The webinar will also be an opportunity for participants to discuss challenges and opportunities to operationalize the WEF Nexus. Registration is required. \nClick here to register. \nWebinar Agenda: \n \nDetail description is available here.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/nexus-water-energy-foodecosystems-approach-an-adaptation-strategy-to-cope-with-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220625
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220215T144535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090756Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Research & Innovation Congress 2022
DESCRIPTION:June 20-24\, 2022\, Online and onsite in Pretoria\, South Africa \n\n The Sustainability Research & Innovation Congress is a series of gatherings that unite global research leaders\, experts\, industries and innovators to inspire action and promote a sustainability transformation. Hosted by the Future Africa Institute at the University of Pretoria\, SRI2022 will build on the success of the first SRI Congress which took place in June 2021 and featured 700 speakers and 2\,000 participants from 100 countries. \n\n\n\nAn important objective of SRI2022 is to amplify the voice of sustainability science and innovation in the Global South\, specifically for the African continent\, through raising awareness and propelling discussions about sustainable priorities for Africa. \n\n\n\nSession Proposals:  \n\n\n\nSubmit your session proposal by February 18\, 2022. \n\n\n\nThis call for session proposals is open to groups composed of anyone working in sustainability science and practice\, which includes the research sector\, government\, business\, philanthropy\, art and civil society. The second edition of the SRI Congress will be held in Pretoria\, South Africa\, June 20-24\, 2022\, and online. \n\n\n\nFor this call\, proposal are accepted on the four Congress themes: \n\n\n\n\nNexus issues: Novel perspectives looking at critical intersections in multiple areas including but not restricted to sustainable food systems and human wellbeing; resilience\, adaptation and addressing risk; evidence-based and actionable contributions to the SDGs and beyond; narratives of progress\, wealth and well-being; water\, food\, energy\, society; resources use efficiency.\nDifferent ways of knowing: Recognizing that knowledge is versatile\, SRI2022 explores the various ways of understanding\, conceptualizing\, and learning about the world. An inclusive approach to knowledge will dramatically broaden the spectrum of solutions available for action-forward sustainability work.\nNew horizons: Sustainability is about our relationship with the future\, and SRI2022 seeks to explore emerging issues and trends that shape our world tomorrow. In a time of rapid change\, looking ahead is more important than ever. What are the challenges and solutions that might surprise us? How can we get ahead of the curve and build our preparedness and resilience? How to predict the unpredictable? Who are the new players and what are the unlikely coalitions? Under this theme\, we are particularly open for new if not unexpected ideas.\nAfrican science and innovation (Cross cutting theme): One of the key objectives of SRI2022 is to showcase the richness of African science and innovation in sustainability. From tested local solutions to advanced academic research\, the African continent has a wealth of knowledge and innovation to offer to the wider world. In addition\, SRI2022 is hoping to strengthen the inter-African dialogue and networks by offering an inclusive platform for increased visibility and collaboration.\n\n\n\n\nSubmission deadline is February 18\, 2022\, at 23:59 SAST (UTC +2). Oceania satellite deadline is February 28\, 2022\, at 23:59 AEST (UTC +1). \n\n\n\nClick here to submit a proposal. \n\n\n\nClick here to register for the program. Stay tuned for more information!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/sustainability-research-innovation-congress-2022/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220613T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220412T201152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090742Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Application: WEF Nexus Masterclass and Winter School for South Africa
DESCRIPTION:Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Nexus Masterclass (13-15 June 2022) and Winter School (8-12 August 2022) for Southern Africa \n   \n 
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/call-for-application-wef-nexus-masterclass-and-winter-school-for-south-africa/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220603
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20211008T143348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090834Z
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SUMMARY:International Symposium Climate change & Water 2022
DESCRIPTION:Save the date: the international symposium Climate change & Water 2022 under the theme of extremes will be held on May 31 and June 1 and 2\, 2022\, in Tours in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. \nThis international conference is open to the academic world and to socio-economic partners concerned by the variability of the water cycle and adaptation to extreme events. \nThe purpose of this call for papers is to orient the reflection and exchanges not only on the observation of the acceleration of the physical\, chemical\, biological and ecological effects of climate change but also on the proposed adaptation strategies at the local level. \nFind out more: https://lnkd.in/dFUp6jnU
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/international-symposium-climate-change-water-2022/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220617
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220330T144944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090743Z
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SUMMARY:Joint Summer School on Modelling Tools for Sustainable Development 2022
DESCRIPTION:An ICTP Virtual Meeting \nThe Joint Summer School on Modelling Tools for Sustainable Development 2022 (#SDSummerSchool) will be held from 30th May to 16th June. Hosted by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)\, this is a fantastic opportunity to get free training\, access to discussion forums\, and coaching skills in models and tools for all of your energy planning needs. \nThere are six tracks listed below\, each focusing on different tools. Note that you must complete the Open University course of your one desired track and obtain a certificate as part of your application to the Summer School (see this link to the courses and video instructions on how to enrol on a OU course). The tracks are developed with UNDESA\, IAEA\, UNDP\, IRENA\, The World Bank Group\, GIZ\, the OpTIMUS community of practice\, several universities\, and the Climate Compatible Growth (#CCG) program. \nThe Summer School is split into two parts:\n(1) you will be trained to build on the skills you obtained from the Open University course;\n(2) you will use your new skills to conduct analyses on country-specific case studies\, with assistance being provided from trainers. \nPlease see programme overview at the bottom of this page. \nBesides receiving the certificate of completion from the Open University Course\, you will also receive an ICTP certificate on attendance and successful completion of the Summer School (obtained after attending the Summer School). \nTracks: \n\nOnSSET/The Global Electrification Platform\nEnergy and Flexibility Modelling: OSeMOSYS & FlexTool\nFinancial Analysis of Power Sector Projects using the FinPlan Model\nEnergy demand assessment and scenarios: MAED and EBS tools\nIntroduction to CLEWs\nAgent-based energy systems modelling: MUSE\n\nFor detailed description of the different tracks\, click here. \nPrerequisites: The prerequisites to be admitted to the Summer School are provided at the bottom of this page. \nComputer & connection requirements: Note that participants will require a computer with stable internet access to participate in the training. It is recommended that participants have at least 8 GB of RAM and a relatively new computer. Nonetheless\, specific tracks have additional computer requirements: \n\n– Energy and Flexibility Modelling: OSeMOSYS & FlexTool: Windows 10 computer with Access Database OR Mac OS\, 8GB RAM\, MS Office.\n– Introduction to CLEWs: Windows 10 computer\, 8GB RAM. \n\nTroubleshooting Support: Support in completing the OU tracks will be provided during the application period on ZOOM on 23 and 30 of March and on 6 and 13 of April 2022 until the application period closes. If this time does not suit you\, please contact General Inquiries and we may be able to allocate a different time to assist you. \nZoom links to troubleshooting sessions by track are published here: \n\n\n\n\n\nLink to Track\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\n\nOnSSET/The Global Electrification Platform\nEnergy and Flexibility Modelling: OSeMOSYS & FlexTool\nFinancial Analysis of Power Sector Projects using the FinPlan Model\nEnergy demand assessment and scenarios: MAED and EBS tools\nIntroduction to CLEWs\nAgent-based energy systems modelling: MUSE\n\n\n13.00 CET/Vienna time13.00 CET/Vienna time \n13.30 CET/Vienna time \n13.30 CET/Vienna time \n13.00 CET/Vienna time \n​13.00 CET/Vienna time\n\n\n\nRegistration: There is no registration fee. However\, competition for space is very high and limited. \n\n\nDescription of tracks\nPoster\nPrerequisites to apply\nProgramme overview\n\n\n\n\n**DEADLINE: 01/05/2022**\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer(s)\nMark HOWELLS (Loughborough University & Imperial College London\, UK)\, Carla CANNONE (Loughborough University & Imperial College London\, UK)\, Naomi TAN (Loughborough University & Imperial College London\, UK)\, Rudolf YEGANYAN (Loughborough University & Imperial College London\, UK)\, Adrian Mark TOMPKINS (ICTP\, Italy)\, Local Organiser: Adrian Mark Tompkins (ICTP)\nCosponsor(s)\nOpTIMUS Community of Practice\, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)\, Imperial College London\, International Atomic Energy Agency\, KTH ROYAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY\, Loughborough University\, UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs\, United Nations Development Programme\, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa\, University of Cambridge\, University of Oxford\, The Open University\, The World Bank Group\, Simon Fraser University\, The Climate Compatible Growth (#CCG) program\nSecretary\nMonica Petronela Ancuta\, Viktoriya Lvova\, Adriana Pinto\n\nThe announcement is taken form here!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/joint-summer-school-on-modelling-tools-for-sustainable-development-2022/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T031500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T031500
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220516T135534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090735Z
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SUMMARY:Stockholm Forum on Peace and Development 2022
DESCRIPTION:Building resilience to climate-security risks in the Sahel: Insights from research and practices \nWater and climate expert of the FREXUS project from Niger\, Abdou Boko\, Boubacar (GIZ)\, will be speaking together with representatives from the European Center for Development Policy Management and Mercy Corps. \nThis session will provide practical and policy solutions to better manage transboundary climate and security risks in the Sahel. It seeks to deepen the understanding of governing and civil society actors at local\, national\, and regional level to building resilience against such risks. This session is for practitioners\, policymaker and researchers working in the climate and security domains in the Sahel who are interested in concrete\, solution-oriented approaches to respond to climate and security risks. \nAbout the Forum\n23 May 2022 09:00 – 25 May 2022 16:00 \nThe 2022 Forum is jointly organised by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute and the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and will be held in a hybrid format\, with sessions held online and in person at Münchenbryggeriet\, Stockholm. \nThis year’s Forum will explore ways to enable an environment of peace in the face of converging crises. Against the backdrop of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment\, the Forum will discuss long-term global challenges in the midst of the immediate security crisis. What needs to change within the economy\, institutions\, governments\, organizations\, companies and societies to sustain the natural environment\, biodiversity and human progress while sustaining peace and security according to the goals set out in Agenda 2030? \nForum registration and programme\nFor online participation\, click here to set up your personal account. \nDownload the full Forum Agenda to see further details about the event. \nFurther Information\nFor additional enquiries on the 2022 Forum\, please contact the organising team. \nFor more information\, visit the Forum webpage.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/stockholm-forum-on-peace-and-development-2022/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220526
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220130T200534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090759Z
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SUMMARY:Dresden Nexus Conference 2022: Biodiversity - Stewardship for Vital Resources
DESCRIPTION:The DNC2022 focuses on strengthening biodiversity with other challenges in society (e.g.\, climate change\, urban and regional development\, agri-food and forest systems and circular economy). Under the theme “Biodiversity – stewardship for vital resources”\, the fourth Dresden Nexus Conference (DNC) will take place on 23–25 May 2022. It is generally an online conference (sessions) with selected live and on-site elements and formats. The programme aims to explore research and practical examples of sustainable resource management in communities around the world and how these management strategies support the achievement of the SDGs. \nOverview of the Event \nChanges in demographics\, urbanisation\, climate\, and their human causes have resulted in significant impacts and pressures on the availability and quality of environmental resources. Current approaches to environmental resources management are often based on ‘siloed thinking’ whereby the interconnectedness between resource systems is ignored. Against this background\, the Dresden Nexus Conference (DNC) is dedicated to advancing the Resource Nexus to enable the sustainability of environmental resources. Co-organised by United Nations University – Institute for Integrated Management of Material Fluxes and of Resources (UNU-FLORES)\, the Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER)\, and the Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden)\, the conference provides a platform for inter- and transdisciplinary exchange on the Resource Nexus. By bringing together actors from a diverse range of disciplines and sectors\, DNC fosters dialogue on how nexus thinking contributes to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and a deep transformation towards Strong Sustainability in its ecological\, economic\, and social dimensions. \nNexus Topics at its Core \nThe biennial conference focuses on complex and dynamic interrelationships between sectors and resources\, to increase understanding of conflicts\, synergies\, and trade-offs between them. Furthering Resource Nexus research and practices requires working in-depth with all relevant sciences as well as on the science-policy interface\, implementation\, monitoring\, and real-world cases in an inter- and transdisciplinary perspective. This implies\, for instance\, modelling at various spatio-temporal scales\, dealing with interdependencies between ecosystem functions and services\, understanding the role of institutions and culture in decision making\, or developing strategies for different governance contexts. \nThe conference discusses a broad diversity of key Resource Nexus topics. These are brought together with a view to cross-cutting challenges linked to climate change\, biodiversity\, agri-food\, urban and regional development\, circularity\, as well as organisational development. The conference tracks support discussions with a focus on: \n\nTheory: Advancing the concept of the Resource Nexus and its relevance for policy and practice\nTechnologies: Addressing the conception\, design\, and societal embeddedness of technical resource solutions and infrastructures\nGovernance: Understanding (collective) problem-solving strategies\, policy designs\, and implementation processes\nHealth and wellbeing: Examining interlinkages between resource systems\, human health\, and liveability\nSociety and justice: Exploring disparities and inequalities in resource access and distribution\nData: Identifying Resource Nexus data needs and contributing to data integration and interpretation\nSustainability Assessment: Embedding the economic\, ecological\, and social dimensions of sustainability in their temporal and spatial contexts\nemergent perspectives (open track)\n\nFocus on Biodiversity \nWhile the conference generally discusses all of the above topics related to the Resource Nexus\, each conference edition foregrounds one overarching theme that is given special attention. DNC2022 focuses on “Biodiversity – Stewardship for Vital Resources”\, following immediately the celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity (22 May 2022). \nBiodiversity forms one of the cross-cutting challenges for the Resource Nexus. The UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) already recognises the intrinsic value of biodiversity and its ecological\, social\, economic\, cultural\, and aesthetic value. CBD also calls for the conservation of biodiversity\, the sustainable use of its various components\, as well as the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the utilisation of underlying genetic resources. However\, the IPBES Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services states that out of eight million animal and plant species worldwide\, around one million are threatened with extinction and such biodiversity loss represents the most significant crossing of planetary boundaries beyond a safe operating space (Rockström et al. 2009). \nTo reverse the trend of biodiversity loss by 2030\, an effective post-2020 agenda learning from the progress made by the Aichi Targets of the UN Decade on Biodiversity\, but also from the obvious shortcomings and challenges ahead\, is pivotal. According to the World Wildlife Fund For Nature (WWF)\, while greater species protection and more protected areas are hugely important\, they will not in themselves reverse current trends: it is also vital that we change patterns of land use and/or food production and consumption. The European Commission intends to suggest such legally binding targets by the end of 2021\, not least to also further contribute to the achievement of the SDGs. \nFor science\, it is therefore vital to conceive of socio-ecological systems in a variety of ways in order to map their reciprocity\, dynamics\, and complexities. In doing so\, we can identify and establish leverage points for instruments\, strategies\, and landscape planning as well as values and worldviews that help to safeguard biodiversity and ecosystems at different scales and to create impact. Against the backdrop of global urbanisation and the cumulative effects of biodiversity degradation and climate change\, there is an urgent need to analyse and evaluate diverse individual and collective human-nature relationships in urban areas and to regulate these in the context of nature-based solutions and combined grey-green infrastructure. Examples of such positive trends are urban agriculture and the promotion of more balanced human-food relationships. These aims are also reflected by the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021–2030)\, which was designed to spotlight the need for significantly increased global cooperation to restore degraded and destroyed biodiversity and ecosystems. \nProgramme \nThe full programme is available here. \nSessions \nThe session list is available here. \nRegistration \nRegister here. \nFurther Information \nMore information regarding the conference is available here. \n \n 
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/call-for-abstract-dresden-nexus-conference/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220524
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220111T214057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090806Z
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SUMMARY:First International Water Summit and the Establishment of the Zuckerberg Water Prize
DESCRIPTION:The Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research (ZIWR) is pleased to announce the first International Water Summit and establishment of the Zuckerberg Water Prize during May 22–23\, 2022\, at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU)\, Sde Boqer Campus\, Israel. \nThis biannual Water Summit will assemble leading scholars from around the world in the broad field of water science and technology\, and cover four main topics related to water security in a changing world – desalination\, water treatment\, hydrology\, and aquatic microbiology. The summit will address applied and fundamental questions related to the nexus of water\, humanity\, and the environment. Discussions will be held on cutting-edge research\, related challenges\, and future directions as well as implications for policy makers. The summit will also include roundtable discussions with active participation from the audience. Researchers that would like to share their studies can submit an abstract for an exclusive poster session. \nThe Zuckerberg Water Prize (sum of USD 60\,000) will be awarded for the first time during the Water Summit to acknowledge outstanding achievements and global impact of an individual or organization in the broader field of water. The biannual award is endorsed by ZIWR\, a leading global institute conducting cutting-edge multidisciplinary research and advanced education in water sciences to improve human well-being and in drylands through technologies and policies for the sustainable use of water resources. ZIWR is accepting nominations for this award for the inaugural round of 2022\, with a deadline of March 1\, 2022. Among the members on the Prize Committee are Prof. Noam Weisbrod (Director\, The Jacob Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research [BIDR]\, BGU\, Israel)\, Prof. Menachem Elimelech (Yale University\, USA)\, Prof. Janet Hering (Director\, Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology [Eawag]\, Switzerland)\, Prof. Amit Gross (Director\, ZIWR\, BIDR\, BGU\, Israel)\, and Dr. Karen G. Villholth (Principal Researcher and Groundwater Coordinator\, International Water Management Institute [IWMI]\, South Africa). \nInformation regarding registration and poster presentation can be found here.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/first-international-water-summit/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220523
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220506T203339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090736Z
UID:4195-1653177600-1653263999@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Call for Applications // NEX-LABS Summer School To Grow Innovations In The Water Energy Food NEXUS
DESCRIPTION:NEX-LABS Summer School: \n\n\n\n\n\nCalling innovators and researchers from Lebanon and the Mediterranean to apply to Berytech’s regional Entrepreneurship Summer School in the Water Food Energy NEXUS Sector under the NEX-LABS project and develop novel startups. \n\n\n\nBerytech is organizing a 5-day intensive summer school allowing entrepreneurs and startups to turn their innovations in the Water Food Energy (WEF) NEXUS sector into potential startups and explore commercialization opportunities. \nThe summer school will provide new business perspectives to NEXUS innovators\, create potential collaboration across borders in the Mediterranean and help the entrepreneurs develop their entrepreneurial mindset and relevant skills to successfully launch and grow their business. \nThe summer school will feature 13 to 15 teams from 7 countries: Spain\, Italy\, Egypt\, Tunisia\, Jordan\, Cyprus and Lebanon. Teams will be selected to attend the summer school and develop their innovation management\, commercialization strategy of NEXUS technologies\, business model\, IPR and investment pitch deck. \nThe Entrepreneurship Summer School will take place towards end of June\, beginning July 2022. \nIt will be planned over 5 days with fully covered accommodation in an adapted working setting. Travel expenses to Lebanon will be covered by Berytech. \n\n\nWho Can Apply? \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs\, researchers\, industrialists\, innovators and start-ups working on early-stage projects\, innovative solutions and approaches and/or working on technology development looking for commercializing their idea to address the needs and opportunities in WEF-NEXUS sector\nUniversity students and alumni from targeted faculties working on business or research projects in the WEF-NEXUS sector in the Mediterranean region\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants should reside in Spain\, Tunisia\, Jordan\, Lebanon\, Italy\, Egypt and Cyprus.\nParticipants should have an idea\, innovation solution or applied research project addressing WEF-NEXUS opportunities.\nParticipants should be motivated to learn and apply skills learned in future NEX-LABS activities and contribute in shaping the landscape of WEF-NEXUS in the MPCs.\nProject should address an important economic\, environmental or social need in the WEF-NEXUS context (such as resource efficiency\, gender empowerment\, resource allocation\, community inclusion\, yield increase);\nProject idea should demonstrate economic viability and combine innovation\, sustainability and potential for scalability in the WEF- NEXUS\nProject should have at least a proof of concept / prototype (a realization of a certain method or idea in order to demonstrate that the concept or theory has practical potential).\n\nRead what will you learn from the summer school here. \nApplications are now open. Apply before May 22nd\, 2022.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/call-for-applications-nex-labs-summer-school-to-grow-innovations-in-the-water-energy-food-nexus/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220520
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220516T140635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090735Z
UID:4205-1652745600-1653004799@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable Energy for All Forum // Session on Leveraging the Sahel’s Water-Energy-Food Nexus
DESCRIPTION:17- 19 May\, 2022 I Kigali Convention Centre\, Rwanda/online\nThe 2022 SEforALL Forum is the landmark global gathering bringing people together serving as a platform for exchange towards realizing SDG7 and a global clean energy transition. This year’s event takes place 17 – 19 May\, 2022 in Kigali\, Rwanda. Registration for virtual participation is still open. \nAbout the Forum \nJoin the efforts to accelerate progress towards the delivery of Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7) to end energy poverty and advance a just energy transition in every corner of the world. \nThe 2022 SEforALL Forum is the landmark global gathering bringing people together to take stock of progress\, showcase success and identify solutions to achieve faster\, broader gains towards sustainable energy for all. It serves as a platform to broker new partnerships\, spur investment\, address challenges and drive action towards realizing SDG7 and a global clean energy transition. \nFeatured speakers will be H.E. António Guterres (Secretary-General United Nations)\, Patricia Espinosa (Executive Secretary\, United Nations Framework Convention and Climate Change)\, Laurence Tubiana (CEO\, European Climate Foundation)\, and many more. \nProgramme \nThe full programme is available here. \nRegistration \nClick here to register your virtual attendance. \nFurther Information \nVisit the 2022 SEforALL Forum website for further information.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/sustainable-energy-for-all-forum-session-on-leveraging-the-sahels-water-energy-food-nexus/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220513
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220228T154010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090752Z
UID:4030-1652140800-1652399999@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:International conference on Water\, Energy\, Food\, and Sustainability (ICoWEFS)
DESCRIPTION:About the Event: \nThe world is facing unprecedented challenges to mitigate climate change and adapt to its negative impacts\, affecting the global economy and society. Europe intends to take the lead on the transition to sustainability\, as a chief priority of Horizon Europe is a European Green Deal to transform Europe in a climate-neutral continent\, fostering disruptive innovation and the deployment of new technologies and innovative solutions\, helping to create a sustainable future. \nInnovation regarding water\, energy\, agri-food\, bio-economy\, natural resources and environment will speed up the transition towards sustainability\, promoting water and food security in the world. \nA climate-neutral continent by 2050 will drive technological\, economic and societal transformations towards circular economies and green and clean technologies\, and the decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries. \nThe International Conference on Water\, Energy\, Food and Sustainability (ICoWEFS 2022)\, taking place in Portalegre (May 10-12\, 2022)\, Portugal\, aims to be a major forum to foster innovation and exchange knowledge in the water-energy-food Nexus\, embracing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations\, bringing together leading academics\, researchers and industrial experts. The conference expects to foster networking and collaboration among participants to advance the knowledge and identify major trends in the above mentioned fields. \nImportant dates: \nAbstract Submission – 28 February 2022 \nNotification of acceptance – 7 March 2022 \nFull paper submission – 18 March 2022 \nAcceptance Notification – 1 April 2022 \nRevised Full Paper Submission –21 April 2022 \nRegistration and Payment Deadline – 12 April 2022 \nPlease register directly on the event website.  \nFurther information: \nFind all the information regarding the conference on the event page. \nConference email: icowefs@ipportalegre.pt \nThe ICoWEFS International Conference 2022 will be held at the\nSchool of Technology and Management of the Polytechnic of Portalegre.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/international-conference-on-water-energy-food-and-sustainability/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20220419T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20220419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220411T011052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090742Z
UID:4125-1650375000-1650380400@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Scaling Up WEF Nexus Solutions- What is FAO Doing about it?
DESCRIPTION:This is the 5th session of the 2nd Round of Webinar on Water-Food-Energy. It focuses on NEXUS SOLUTIONS. \nThis session will present and discuss some of FAO’s tools and work regarding the implementation of the WEF Nexus approach. The presentation and discussion will be based on concrete examples of where FAO’s WEF Nexus approach and tools have been applied to the assessment of sustainable bioenergy potential\, solar irrigation\, and investments in renewable energy for food chains. The session will also feature some major challenges and opportunities to scale up the WEF Nexus. \nRegistration is required. \nClick here! \nWebinar Agenda \n\n\n\nTime\nContent\nSpeaker\n\n\n13:30-13:35\nOpening Remarks\nDomitille Valle\, CTA-WEPS-NENA Project\, FAORNE \nMichael Jacobson\, Pennsylvania State University\n\n\n13:35-14:15\nPresentation on examples of FAO’s tools and work on the WEF Nexus\nOlivier Dubois\,   Senior Natural Resources Officer \nIrini Maltsoglou\, Natural Resources Officer \nManas Puri\,      Sustainable Energy Expert \n(OCB)-FAO-HQ\n\n\n14:15-14:45\nQ&A and discussion\nParticipants\n\n\n\nThis webinar series is supported by the regional project\, “Implementing the 2030 Agenda for Water Efficiency/Productivity and Water Sustainability in NENA countries” (WEPS-NENA) under the FAO led regional Water Scarcity Initiative (WSI). RNE-WEPS-NENA@fao.org \nWebsite: http://www.fao.org/in-action/water-efficiency-nena/webinars/nexus-webinars/en/ \nFor more information about the Water-Energy-Food Nexus 2nd Round Webinar series organizations\, please link to WEF Nexus in Africa Initiative (wefnexus.org)\, WE4F (https://we4f.org)\, GIZ Nexus Dialogues(https://www.water-energy-food.org/resources/fact-sheet-nexus-regional-dialogues-programme-phase-ii)\, and SEI (https://www.sei.org). \n \n 
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/scaling-up-wef-nexus-solutions-what-is-fao-doing-about-it/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220404
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220326T220354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090744Z
UID:4109-1648944000-1649030399@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Open Africa Power 2022: Call for Applications Extended
DESCRIPTION:Enel Foundation and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) are excited to extend the call for applications for the 2022 edition of Open Africa Power\, the programme that each year from 2018 provides a cohort of young energy professionals with a complete set of technical\, regulatory and business skills needed to trigger Africa sustainable energy future for all. This year the programme will engage up to 150 African students and over 240 alumni\, with at least 50% women\, in a series of professional development and leadership activities provided in partnership with top academic institutions in Italy and Africa. \nOpen Africa Power 2022 will comprise of online and residential modules from academic institutions such as Strathmore University\, the University of Cape Town\, Politecnico di Torino\, Politecnico di Milano\, SDA Bocconi\, Florence School of Regulation\, and Venice International University. \n  \nThe application has been extended until April 3rd! \nLearn more here: https://www.enelfoundation.org/all-news/news/2022/02/open-africa-power-2022–call-for-applications
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/sdsn-global-open-africa-power-2022-call-for-applications-extended/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220330
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20211213T213641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090811Z
UID:3842-1648425600-1648598399@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:International Conference on Soil\, Water and Environment: Challenges and Solutions (SWECS 2022)
DESCRIPTION:Soil\, Water and Environment: Challenges and Solutions (SWECS) will take place on 28-29th March\, 2022 in Fkih Ben Saleh city in the center of Beni Mellal-Khenifra region\, Morocco. The city is located in the heart of the phosphate plateau at approximately 150km from the Atltantic coastal zone in the North and 50 km from the Atlas Mountains in the South. This region is marked by a semi-arid climate and recognized by phosphate mining industry and various agricultural activities in the Tadla irrigated plain characterized as one of the most productive areas in the country. \nThe purpose of SWECS international conference is to provide a platform to share experiences and attract further partnerships among government\, industry and academic institutions around soil\, water\, and Environment fields to address challenges\, identify\, highlight the needs to establish\, preserve a healthy and sustainable environment for future generations\, and initiate new partnerships for sustainable development. \nDetail program agenda and conference topics are available here.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/international-conference-on-soil-water-and-environment-challenges-and-solutions-swecs-2022/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220321T144025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090746Z
UID:4071-1648166400-1648252799@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:International Committee on Women in Agricultural Economics (ICWAE) Mentoring Program
DESCRIPTION:The International Committee on Women in Agricultural Economics (ICWAE) is announcing a mentorship program for women agricultural economists from the global South. An ICWAE advisory committee\, led by Prof. Cheryl Doss\, is working closely with African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) who will be providing the mentoring program. \n We are currently accepting applications from those who would like to participate as mentees.  In addition\, the program will provide training and support for mentors and invites expressions of interest from those who would like to serve in this role. \nPlease refer to the details on the program and direct links below to the forms to apply as mentees or mentors.  And please share this announcement widely with your networks.   \n\nApplication Form for Mentees: https://form.jotform.com/220613178134954\nEOI form for Mentors: https://form.jotform.com/220613656695967\nDeadline: 25 March\, 2022\n\nFor more information\, please contact icwaementoring@gmail.com \nThis announcement is taken from here!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/international-committee-on-women-in-agricultural-economics-icwae-mentoring-program/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220321T193051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090745Z
UID:4084-1648116000-1648116000@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Access to end-user financing to drive groundbreaking water-energy-food (WEF) nexus innovation scaling in Africa for climate adaptation
DESCRIPTION:The overall goal of this session is to engage in a policy and investment dialogue on end-user financing to enhance climate adaptation in Africa. With all four Water and Energy for Food (WE4F) Regional Innovation Hubs now established in Africa (West\, East\, MENA and Southern/Central)\, this session brings together the combined force\, learnings and opportunities for scaling WEF innovations to improve water and food security for millions of Africans\, increase income for base of the pyramid women and men in both rural and urban areas\, support innovators’ WEF nexus solutions to scale\, and promote climate and environmental resilience. Through a policy and investment lens co-hosted by AMCOW\, this session shares the opportunities and challenges for scaling WEF nexus solutions in Africa in a multi-partner\, multi-innovator model\, building on the legacy of predecessor programs\, from Powering Agriculture: An Energy Grand Challenge for Development (PAEGC) and Securing Water for Food (SWFF) Grand Challenge. Finally\, it will bring together diverse actors such as policy-makers\, donor partners\, investors\, innovators\, and hub management teams in the WEF nexus innovation value chain to speak frankly about the impact these interventions have had on the ground in Africa\, and the degree to which the policy and investment landscape is geared to support this drive. \nRegistration is free. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/access-to-end-user-financing-to-drive-groundbreaking-water-energy-food-wef-nexus-innovation-scaling-in-africa-for-climate-adaptation/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220321T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220321T141459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090747Z
UID:4063-1647849600-1648227600@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:German Pavilion: A Water Secure Future for All
DESCRIPTION:The World Water Forum is the world’s biggest water-related event\, held every three years to bring together key political actors\, business leaders\, NGOs\, donors\, and international organizations to promote dialogue and facilitate access to water and sanitation.  This year’s Forum—under the theme\, Water Security for Peace and Development—is jointly organized by the World Water Council (WWC) and the Government of Senegal\, and will be the first hosted in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Forum provides a unique platform for the water community and key decision makers to collaborate and make long-term progress on global water challenges. The WWC\, notably through the organization of the World Water Forums\, has strongly contributed to positioning water as a global political priority. \nThe 9th World Water Forum will focus on four priorities: 1) water security and sanitation; 2) cooperation; 3) water for rural development; 4) means and tools for implementation of reforms in water and sanitation. Additionally\, the Forum will convene a Summit of Heads of States and major international institutions\, to advance the political agenda on water and sanitation at the midpoint of the 2030 agenda on implementing the water and sanitation targets and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). \nThe World Bank will convene and participate in several sessions and side events\, details for which will be announced soon. You can follow along via Twitter using #WWF9. \nThe 9th World Water Forum is happening in Dakar\, Senegal from March 21 to 25\, 2022. German cooperation actors gather at the 150m² German Pavilion to present their contribution to AWaterSecureFutureForAll. \nBe part of it and join the pavilion live via stream here! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/german-pavilion-a-water-secure-future-for-all/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220319
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220307T144400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090749Z
UID:4050-1647302400-1647647999@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Invitation to Americas WEF Nexus Alliance Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a 45-minute information session that will introduce new opportunities for Penn State faculty and graduate students to participate in high-impact WEF Nexus projects in Colombia and across the Americas. The information session will include information on project development and training workshops in Colombia during the summer of 2022\, in addition to opportunities to apply for travel grants and a new joint seed–grant program supported by Penn State and Colombia partners. \nThe Americas Water-Energy-Food Nexus Alliance builds on the existing partnership between Penn State and Universidad de Bogotá Jorge Tadeo Lozano (UTADEO) in Colombia and aims to develop research and engagement with new public and private partners across the western hemisphere\, with emphasis on advancing applied research and policy projects in Pennsylvania\, Colombia\, and other countries in the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region. The Americas WEF Nexus Alliance is linked to similar Penn State initiatives in Africa. \n  \nAll information sessions will be virtual and will provide the same information. Please\, register via the zoom links below: \nTuesday 3/15 at 3:00 – 3:45 pmhttps://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lS9JHTd6SRKzius-zfA3yw \n  \nFriday 3/18 at 11:00 – 11:45 am \nhttps://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TdL-ypcnQ7qwD3uGDX8xbA \n  \nFriday 3/18 at 3:00 – 3:45 pm \nhttps://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4uk6ttfTR_qMHKR0rAqwiA \nWe look forward to your participation! \nSiela MaximovaDirector\, Strategy for Latin America and the CaribbeanPenn State Global \nChristopher ScottGoddard Chair and ProfessorDirector\, Penn State WEF-Nexus Americas \nJulián PrietoCoordinator\, Penn State WEF Nexus Americas
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/invitation-to-americas-wef-nexus-alliance-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220312
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DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
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UID:4025-1647043200-1647129599@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Towards Sustainable Treatment and Reuse of Wastewater in the Mediterranean Region
DESCRIPTION:The Faculty of Public Health and the Doctoral School of Science and Technology at the Lebanese University (UL) in the AQUACYCLE partnership are pleased to announce the second series of workshops with Lebanese stakeholders\, under the theme “Have your say in the development of action plans for the reuse of treated wastewater”. \nFollowing brief presentations on the objectives of the ENI CBC Med Programme\, and of the AQUACYCLE project\, the workshop programme includes interactive sessions during which representatives of civil society\, including farmers\, local officials\, Local NGOs and citizens\, and especially women and young people\, will be invited to express their perceptions and identify the problems and challenges related to the reuse of treated wastewater in their region as well as possible solutions to solve these. \nThe workshop will also be an opportunity for participants to draw a layout plan for wastewater reuse of their area based on maps established by the project in a web-based geographic information system. \nThe workshop will take place at Nawfal Palace in Tripoli\, on Saturday\, 12 March 2022.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/towards-sustainable-treatment-and-reuse-of-wastewater-in-the-mediterranean-region/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220228T153420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090753Z
UID:4028-1646323200-1646326800@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Water panel: prepare for SGMA by leveraging financial incentives
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to deal with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)) as its being implemented between 2020 and 2025? It is already having an impact on over drafted basins in California. David Gates will share his experience managing wells at Ridge Vineyards in Santa Clara and Sonoma Counties. \nFinancial mechanisms are available today to help your operation prepare for the future. Conservation practices can be aligned with smart operational improvements to make the farm more sustainable\, both financially and environmentally. As part of this panel\, AgMonitor’s Kevin Langham will quantify the benefits of projects financed through the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and through On-Bill Financing (OBF) by utilities from a revolving fund by the California Utility Public Commission (CPUC). While CDFA provides grants based on water conservation and the reduction of GHG emissions\, CPUC provides zero-percent loans to scale based on energy savings. “Carbon credits” and “energy credits” are common tools to finance resource efficiency. \nJoin us for the OpenFarm panel moderated by CDFA’s Carolyn Cook who manages the SWEEP grants. She will share her experience helping farms across California achieve water and energy savings. Below is a testimonial from PureFresh Ranch in Fresno county that received a SWEEP grant in the past. It gives a look at what the future holds for agriculture in terms of control and flexibility of water and energy inputs to grow quality food while reducing GHG emissions. Testimonial: https://youtu.be/RCRqZtY0VGw \nClick here to register!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/water-panel-prepare-for-sgma-by-leveraging-financial-incentives/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220228T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220228T155100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090750Z
UID:4041-1646035200-1646067600@wefnexus.org
SUMMARY:Training: Agri-food Export Development Program
DESCRIPTION:The Youth in Agri-food Export Development Program (YAEDP) is accepting applications for 6 – 8 weeks of online training from young Nigerian agripreneurs and co-operative leaders in the agricultural value chains looking to start/scale their export business. The program aims to provide training\, market linkages\, and digital support to entrepreneurs in the Nigerian agri-food sector. \nDeadline: 30 April 2022
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/training-agri-food-export-development-program/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220222T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220222T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220130T192437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090802Z
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SUMMARY:How Can Spiritual and Faith-Based Knowledge Systems Inform the Weather\, Water\, and Climate Enterprise?
DESCRIPTION:About the seminar: \nPresented by the AMS Interfaith Committee\, hear stories\, work\, ideas from panelists across various spiritual/faith-based backgrounds on environmentalism\, and how the AMS and spiritual/faith communities can work together in this important space. This is one of a series of topics related to conversations\, work\, and ideas on collaboration and relational building between the AMS and faith/spiritual communities. \nOrganizer: \nDr. Carlos Javier Martinez – National Center for Atmospheric Research \nPanelists: \n\nRabbi Geoff Mitelman – Sinai and Synapses\nDr. William (Bill) Hooke – American Meteorological Society\nJames Rattling Leaf\, Sr. – Cooperative Institute Research Environmental Sciences\, North Central Climate Adaptation Science Center\nDr. Emma Frances Bloomfield – University of Nevada\, Las Vegas\nNana Firman – GreenFaith\n\nThe Q&A\, chat file\, anonymous survey results\, and attendee list from this webinar will be shared with its organizers. \nRegistration is required. Click here!.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/how-can-spiritual-and-faith-based-knowledge-systems-inform-the-weather-water-and-climate-enterprise/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220216T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220216T093000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220130T192953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090801Z
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SUMMARY:Interactive Online Session: Does the design of a Transboundary Water Agreement matter?
DESCRIPTION:The Transboundary Freshwater Security Governance Train continues its journey in 2022 on 16 February\, with its 10th interactive session in the series. This time\, the event explores how the design of Transboundary Water Agreements affects their performance and whether there are key ingredients that should structure these agreements. \nThe aim of the online session is to explore the importance of design in the development and implementation of agreements and other arrangements on transboundary waters. Through an introduction to the Practical Guide for the Development of Agreements or Other Arrangements for Transboundary Water Cooperation the session will explore whether there are key ingredients that should structure these agreements and other arrangements. Additionally\, the session will consider how design might affect an agreement’s performance and how the Practical Guide can help in drafting new or improve existing transboundary water agreements. \nThe session will feature speakers with different experiences discussing the following topics: \n\nDoes the design of a Transboundary Water Agreement matter? And if so\, how does design affect an agreement’s performance?\nHow can the Practical Guide for the Development of Agreements or Other Arrangements for Transboundary Water Cooperation (UNECE 2021) help in drafting new or improving existing transboundary water agreements?\nAre there certain key ingredients that should structure Transboundary Water Agreements and other arrangements?\n\nDuration: 1.5 hours \nRegistration is required. \nClick here for detail information about the event.
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/interactive-online-session-does-the-design-of-a-transboundary-water-agreement-matter/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220204T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T044055
CREATED:20220202T150816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T090758Z
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SUMMARY:Cleantech to Market (C2M) Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Cleantech to Market (C2M) is now accepting applications for 1\,000 hours of free commercialization support – including the identification of early-stage market opportunities\, prospective customers and partners\, and funding sources – for promising innovations in low-carbon energy\, green chemistry\, and water technologies. \nC2M supports innovators from leading accelerators\, universities\, and government programs\, including the Cleantech Open\, Cyclotron Road\, ARPA-E\, DOE\, DARPA\, CEC/CalSeed\, UC Berkeley\, Stanford\, Caltech\, Princeton\, MIT\, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory\, and other top-tier organizations. \nJoin us on Friday\, February 4th at 10 am to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply! \nRegistration is required! \nClick here!
URL:https://wefnexus.org/event/cleantech-to-market-c2m-informational-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars
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