After the very successful completion of blended learning session on "Science and Policy of Climate Change", The Energy and Resources Institute(TERI) is going to conduct another most important blended learning web and video conference based session on "Policies and Practices for Natural Resource Management" on February to April, 2013 focusing for Asia Pacific Region participants. The course is designed targeting Policy makers, R&D Practitioners, Universities and the institutions involved in Natural Resource Management Activities.

Natural resource management issues have been at the centre of policy debates as well environmental justice movements. Development requires not only better global economic conditions but also a cleaner environment, with sustainable use of natural resources such as energy, land, water, soil and minerals and their security at both the global and national level including availability, affordability and accessibility to all. Natural resource exploitation and economic activities have played a role in fuelling many violent conflicts. Trans-boundary environmental and economic cooperation, and transparent natural resource management, can be operationalized to support governance processes and also promote peace.

This ten week blended learning program will unpack some of key policies and practices related to natural resource management for sustainable development. The program follows an interdisciplinary approach and is enriched by audio, video, and interactive web-based content. It uses the latest information and communication technology (ICT) tools and techniques and also employs a unique format of learning through video conferencing by utilizing the facilities of Global Development Learning Network (GDLN) - an initiative started and developed by the World Bank in 2000.

Registration fees

US$ 200 per participant. 20-40% scholarship may be offered to undergraduate students, unemployed and low income participants. To apply, contact Vinod [email protected]

Target audience

Policy makers, Researchers and Development practitioners, Corporate sector , University and above level students and midlevel professionals, Members/staff of NGOs or private companies involved in activities related to natural resource management

Prerequisites

• Knowledge of basic concepts related to natural resource management
• Good working knowledge of English language
• Strong commitment and subject interest

Schedule

The program is scheduled for the period 4th February-14th April, 2013

Contacts

The Energy and Resources Institute
Core 6C, India Habitat Centre,
Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110 003

Local Contact:

Rajan Parajuli,
Nepal Research and Education Network
Kupandole, Lalitpur. Tel: 5012546/
Email: [email protected]