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Re-thinking the application of sustainable use policies for African elephants in a changed world
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2016Despite increasing calls to recognise the intrinsic value of biodiversity, the need to incentivise people to choose conservation as a competitive form of land use through a sustainable use (SU) approach remains the de facto and de jure reality across most of africa today.DocumentThe two shall become one: overcoming the stalemate between industrial and climate change policies
Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies, South Africa, 2015Industrial development and climate change mitigation have historically been opposed to each other. This is reflected in the industrial and climate change policy frameworks in South Africa.DocumentGreen brick technology transfer to Malawi: market assessment report for setting up Vertical Shaft Brick Kilns (VSBKs)
Knowledge Partnership Programme, 2014In Malawi, increasing demand for housing has put tremendous pressure on the building material sector, resulting in deforestation, rising costs and poor quality construction.Malawi holds potential for the adoption of green building materials. Mozambique, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia and Tanzania have expressed interest in clean construction technology transfer.The way forward:DocumentTrade and climate change: the environment from developmental and economic perspective in Southern African Development Community (SADC)
Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies, South Africa, 2010There is an increased recognition that actions to address climate change and the environment are intimately linked to economic growth and sustainable development goals and needs.DocumentMarket challenges for the restoration of the environment
Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies, South Africa, 2012Over the past century South Africa has become increasingly reliant on the manufacturing and services industries for its economic development and growth. However, the natural environment continues to play an important role in the livelihoods of particularly the poor, those in rural areas and the agriculture sector – the latter being essential for urban living.DocumentPayment for ecosystem services in South Africa: prospects for programme development
Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies, South Africa, 2012The need to address sustained economic growth while simultaneously preserving the natural environment presents important policy challenges for countries such as South Africa.DocumentShaping forest safety nets with markets: Adaptation to climate change under changing roles of tropical forests in Congo Basin
Science Direct, 2010This paper explores the role of markets for Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) in facilitating climate change adaptation of local communities in the Congo Basin.DocumentTrade and climate change
World Trade Organization, 2009Greenhouse gas emissions which are the major contributors to climate change are on the increase in both industrialised and developing countries. This paper indicates key linkages between trade and climate change and reviews how their respective policies interact. Questions are posed as to how trade and climate change can be mutually supportive.DocumentPromoting the development of the South in the trade and climate regimes
2008This South Centre bulletin highlights the need for an integrated approach to addressing the challenges of development and climate change.DocumentBad deal for the planet. Why carbon offsets aren't working. . . and how to create a fair global climate accord
International Rivers Network, 2008To what extent has the Kyoto’s carbon offset market, the Clean Development Mechanism, been successful in promoting sustainable development?Pages