scholarly journals Climate Change, Risks and Natural Resources didactic issues of educational content geography of Bulgaria and the world in 9th and 10th grade

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 133-141
Author(s):  
Stela Dermendzhieva ◽  
Semra Nejdet
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approach ◽  
Geography Education ◽  
Concepts And Categories ◽  
10Th Grade ◽  
Climate Change Risks ◽  
The World ◽  
Individualistic Culture ◽  
Environmentally Sound

Abstract The purpose of this paper is to follow “Climate change, risks and Natural Resources“ in the curriculum of Geography of Bulgaria and the world in 9th and 10th grade and to interpret some didactic aspects. Analysis of key themes, concepts and categories related to the environment, events and approaches to environmental protection and the environmentally sound development of sectors of the economy is didikticheski targeted. Considering the emergence and development of geo-ecological issues, their scope and their importance to the environment, systematize some species and some approaches to solving them. Geography education in grade 9 and 10 involves acquiring knowledge, developing skills and composing behaviors of objective perception and assessment of the reality of globed, regional and local aspect. The emerging consumer and individualistic culture snowballing globalization, are increasingly occurring global warming, declining biodiversity form new realities which education must respond appropriately. The objective, consistency, accessibility and relevance in real terms are meaningful, logical accents. Whether and how reproduced in the study of Geography of Bulgaria and the world is the subject of research study in this report. Geoecological structuring of topics, concepts and categories can be done in different signs. In terms of their scope are local, national or regional, and global. Matter and interdisciplinary approach, which is to reveal the unity of the “man-society-nature” to clarify the complexity of their character with a view to forming a harmonious personality with high Geoecological consciousness and culture, and the activities carried out in their study.

scholarly journals Effects of climate change on environmental sustainability

2021 ◽  
Vol 250 ◽  
pp. 01005
Author(s):  
Manuela Tvaronavičienė
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Global Warming ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Carbon Footprint ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Industrial Pollution ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Adaptation Strategies ◽  
Viable Solution ◽  
The World

Adaptation strategies to the climate change include measures that can be taken to take account of the new climatic conditions. This paper aims at assessing the effects of climate change on environmental sustainability. This sustainability constitutes a major problem in many countries and regions around the world that experience industrial pollution, degradation of land as well as natural disasters caused by the global warming. The paper shows that adaptation strategies are often parallel strategies that can be integrated simultaneously with the management of natural resources. They can make resources more efficient and resilient to climate change. The paper shows that reducing the carbon footprint by more than 50 percent by 2030 and eliminating it by 2050 might be a viable solution how to tackle the climate change and support the environmental sustainability.

Central Asian states face high climate change risks

2019 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Central Asia ◽  
Irrigation Canals ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Climate Change Responses ◽  
Central Asian ◽  
Climate Change Risks ◽  
The World ◽  
Summer Temperatures ◽  
International Climate

Subject Climate change in Central Asia. Significance As the Central Asian states emerge from months of sweltering summer temperatures, attention is increasingly turning to the effects of climate change. In a region always short of rainfall and dependent on glacier-fed rivers, rising global temperatures look set to have deeper and swifter impacts than in many other parts of the world. Impacts International climate change responses will have limited impacts on Central Asian specifics. Regional structures may become more effective as the situation's urgency becomes apparent. One part-solution involves repairing irrigation canals to reduce massive leakage.

scholarly journals Transformation of Climate Change Risks for the World Economy in the Light of Agriculture Development Tendencies

Vestnik NSUEM ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 10-23
Author(s):  
N. N. Yashalova ◽  
T. K. Molchanova ◽  
D. A. Ruban
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Global Climate Change ◽  
Global Climate ◽  
Industrial Complex ◽  
Change Analysis ◽  
Industrial Growth ◽  
Climate Change Risks ◽  
The World ◽  
Agroindustrial Complex ◽  
National Economies

The importance of agriculture for a given economic system determines risk related to the global climate change. Analysis of the statistical data (impact of agro-industrial complex in the world and national economies and dynamics of temperature regime) shows that the relation between temperature changes and significance of agro-industrial complex in economy have determined the character of risk during two past decades and will continue doing this in the future. The risk can be partly-compensated (when the importance of agro-industrial complex decreases) and non-compensated (when the importance of agroindustrial complex remains stable or increases). Risk transformations, i.e., fundamental changes of the risk character, are quick (up to two years) and themselves form a kind of challenge for development of the world and national economies. The studied risk is a subject of governance within the frame of national strategies. Particularly, the countries with strong agrarian orientation of their economies can stimulate industrial growth to decrease risks linked to the influence of the global climate change.

scholarly journals Impact of climate change and anthropogenic interventions on natural vis-à-vis human resources in Kashmir, India – An overview

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 489-493
Author(s):  
Peerzada Ishtiyak ◽  
Mohan Reddy ◽  
Shiv Panse ◽  
Irfan Wani ◽  
Quadri Javeed Ahmad Peer
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Forest Cover ◽  
Climatic Variability ◽  
Water Bodies ◽  
Climatic Effects ◽  
Dry Land ◽  
The World

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges the world is facing today and it has the potential to create havoc with the agrarian livelihoods across the globe. Therefore, this paper attempts to explain the probable impacts of human induced climate change on natural resources in Kashmir, India. An ample amount of literature was reviewed meticulously to ascertain the impacts of climatic variability on natural resources vis-a-vis agriculture, biodiversity and water bodies as well as other common issues related to human resources in Kashmir. Loss of certain indigenous food varieties (i.e. nick cheena), reduction in natural forest cover (less than 11%) and loss of important water resources has aggravated the already dilapidated situation in this most vulnerable state of India. Scientific evidences revealed that there will be more devastating climatic effects on natural resources in Kashmir- India, which will fall disproportionately on poor communities, particularly dry land farmers, forest dwellers and fishermen of the state.

Economics of Climate Change in the Indian Sundarbans

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 493-508 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chandan Roy ◽  
Indrila Guha
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
World Heritage Site ◽  
Household Level ◽  
Heritage Site ◽  
Unesco World Heritage Site ◽  
The World ◽  
Socio Economic Impact ◽  
Log Linear

Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This area is populated by some of the world’s poorest people characterized by low levels of socio-economic indicators. However, it is one of the richest areas in the world in terms of natural resources and biodiversity. Climate change is evident here and is one of the important drivers of migration, food insecurity and poverty in this area. The basic objective of our study is to assess the socio-economic impact of climate change and its implications for availability of natural resources, and thereby to understand the adaptation needs of the people. Climate change not only impacts agricultural productivity but also the occupational structure. The decline in food security and the lack of other developmental choices in the face of climate variability are a serious threat to the economic viability of population. We have used stratified sampling techniques for data collection at household level based on pre-designed questionnaires and focus group discussion. We have tried to analyze vulnerability based on LIFE framework and log-linear regression model, and suggest some adaptation strategies to reduce vulnerability.

scholarly journals Climate Disaster Risk, Disability, and Resilience

2021 ◽  
Vol 120 (829) ◽  
pp. 320-325
Author(s):  
Emma Calgaro
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Disability Rights ◽  
Reduction Processes ◽  
Climate Change Risks ◽  
The Everyday ◽  
The World ◽  
Climate Disaster

This essay examines the everyday inequalities, stigmas, and injustices that leave people with disabilities highly vulnerable to escalating climate change risks. It argues that including people with disabilities in disaster risk reduction processes is essential to shaping inclusive, effective policies and practices. Examples of several programs that have done so are discussed. Focusing on the strengths of people with disabilities as resilient change-makers and as the experts in their own lives—instead of viewing them as dependent on others—can lead to the changes necessary to recognize their personal sovereignty and deliver disaster justice. Third in a series on disability rights around the world.

scholarly journals The case for Interdisciplinary Crisis Studies

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annika Bergman-Rosamond ◽  
Thomas Gammeltoft-Hansen ◽  
Mo Hamza ◽  
Jeff Hearn ◽  
Vasna Ramasar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Social Inequalities ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approach ◽  
Political Crisis ◽  
Data Collection And Analysis ◽  
The World ◽  
Key Features ◽  
And Migration ◽  
Societal Problems ◽  
Analytical Tools

In the world we live in today, the presence and claims of crisis abound – from climate change, financial and political crisis to depression, livelihoods and personal security crisis. There is a challenge to studying crisis due to the ways in which crisis as a notion, condition and experience refers to and operates at various societal levels. Further, different kinds of crisis can overlap and intersect with each other, and act as precursors or consequences of other crises, in what can be thought of as inter-crisis relations or chains of crises. This article makes an enquiry into how to develop more adequate analytical tools for understanding crisis as a multidimensional phenomenon. We ask how crisis can be conceptualised and what the analytical potentials of a distinct crisis perspective might be? In this article we suggest a multi- and interdisciplinary approach to bridge between traditionally separated realms. Our ambition is to present a case for the development of Interdisciplinary Crisis Studies as a field of scholarly enquiry, which allows for new perspectives on data collection and analysis. Using the cases of, first, crisis and security and, second, crisis and climate, conflict and migration, we illustrate how studying and intervening in crises requires non-linear approaches which connect across disciplines to develop more comprehensive, interdisciplinary understandings of societal problems and better solutions. In concluding the paper, we assert that key features of Interdisciplinary Crisis Studies must include (1) temporality, spatiality and scale; (2) multi-layeredness, processuality and contradictions; and (3) gender, intersectionality and social inequalities.

scholarly journals GLOBAL GEOPARKS NETWORK AND THE NEW UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARKS PROGRAMME

2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (1) ◽  
pp. 284 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Zouros
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Local Development ◽  
Sustainable Use ◽  
Geological Heritage ◽  
Public Outreach ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Heritage Sites ◽  
The World

The Geopark concept was introduced at late 90’s aiming to protect and promote Earth heritage sites through the sustainable local development of territories containing abiotic nature of significant value. The Global Geoparks Network (GGN) established in 2004 operates as an international platform of cooperation among Geoparks around the world The GGN includes 120 Geoparks in 33 countries working to protect Geological heritage and promote local sustainable development. The 38th UNESCO General Conference (November 2015) ratified the statutes of the new International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme and the UNESCO Global Geoparks Operational Guidelines, introducing the brand UNESCO Global Geopark as a label of excellence for areas that meet the criteria set by the above mentioned guidelines. In doing so, it has legally endorsed the new UNESCO label of “UNESCO Global Geopark" and the endorsement of all the existing 120 Global Geoparks to become UNESCO Global Geoparks with immediate effect.The UNESCO Global Geopark branding could strongly contribute to raising EarthHeritage sites visibility in the world and in high-quality public outreach onsustainable development linked to issues on geodiversity, the environment,geohazards, climate change and the sustainable use of natural resources.

scholarly journals Challenges and Prospects in the Agri-food Sector

Economics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 104 (6-9) ◽  
pp. 68-84
Author(s):  
Paata Koguashvili Paata Koguashvili ◽  
Leila Gegenava Leila Gegenava
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Food Security ◽  
Population Growth ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Agricultural Production ◽  
Food Demand ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
The World ◽  
Food Shortages ◽  
Food Losses

The world is facing changes that have a significant impact on the environment and every aspect of human life. Currently, 588 million of the world's 7.8 billion people live in extreme poverty, 820 million people are starving, and 2.5 billion suffer from some form of micronutrient deficiency. The population is growing, the processes of aging and migration to urban settlements are actively underway, which is reflected in agricultural production and food demand. At the same time, the impact of the effects of climate change on the state of food security in the world is noteworthy. In addition, inequality, discrimination, and human rights abuses (including the right to adequate and safe human food) exacerbate these consequences, especially for small farms. According to the FAO, 33% of world population growth is expected in the near future. The population, from the existing 7.7 billion, will reach almost 10 billion by 2050. The population growth will lead to a strong increase in food demand. By 2050, it will be necessary to produce 70 percent more than 50-types foods, while the share of agriculture in global GDP is about 4%. While investments and innovations in the agricultural sector are increasing, the growth rate of yields is quite low. The rural population is declining and the aging process is actively underway, which has a serious impact on the labor force. Added to this is the fact that the current use of natural resources is irrational and under severe pressure. Twenty-five percent of agricultural land is severely degraded and land has long been recognized as a limited resource, while water resources are under heavy strain and there is a shortage of water in the world. Food losses and waste are an inefficient side of the sector and a strong threat to the environment. Up to 33% to 50% of the world produced food is never used for food, and the cost of these products exceeds $ 1 trillion. These trends have led to the problem of food shortages. As a result, poverty and hunger have intensified in the world. Moreover, there are four main factors that put pressure on the inherited model of agricultural production, without their solution the sector will not be able to cope with future demands. They are exacerbating the problem of hunger and food shortages in the world, putting pressure on agriculture and the ability of the sector to be able to meet future needs. These factors include: demographics, scarcity of natural resources, climate change, and food losses and waste. In Summary, overcoming these challenges requires the joint efforts of governments, investors, and innovative agricultural technologies to increase productivity and support the transition to an economy based on innovation and knowledge. Modern farms and enterprises have to work differently, mainly due to the use of technological advantages. In the future, agriculture must use sophisticated technologies and advanced equipment. Precision farming and the use of robotic systems ensure more profitable, efficient, safe and environmentally friendly agricultural production. According to the FAO report, these efforts require considerable resources: to eradicate hunger by 2030 and deal with the demographic pressures that will require an annual investment of $ 265 billion. Keywords: Agri-food sector, poverty, hunger, food security, food losses and waste.

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