First Arab Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction. Aqaba, Jordan, 19-21 March 2013

Posted on: 26 March 2013
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The conference provided an opportunity to discuss: the existing policies and institutional mechanisms for disaster risk management; the regional progress towards risk reduction and Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) implementation; the regional position and input towards HFA 2 or post-2015 DRR Global Framework; the nature of urban risks in the Arab region; and good practices on urban risk management. Presentations are available online.

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Sixth Worldwide Air Transport Conference. Montreal, 18-22 March 2013

Posted on: 22 March 2013
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The theme of this Conference was “Sustainability of air transport” and the objectives of the conference were to develop guidelines and an action plan for a global regulatory framework. This will be developed in areas such as air carrier ownership and control, market access, consumer protection and taxation, while focusing on the best means of implementation with the aim to build a more sustainable international air transport system. A wide range of documentation is available online.

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Going for growth: boosting the economy through culture, tourism and sport. London, 7 March 2013

Posted on: 19 March 2013
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Presentations are available from the latest annual Local Government Association culture, tourism and sport conference.  The aim of the event was to make the case for, and present evidence, on the contribution of culture, tourism and sport’s to local political priorities, especially economic growth.

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The role of ICT for energy efficient buildings: A contribution to Horizon 2020. Brussels, 28 February 2013

Posted on: 14 March 2013
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ICT4E2B Forum partners presented their project’s final results about the role of ICT for Energy efficient buildings to an audience of over 120 attendees. The project funded by DG CONNECT and developed within the framework of the Energy-efficient Buildings Public Private Partnership (EeB PPP) initiative, has performed a deep analysis of the research challenges and innovation priorities that ICT will have to address in future. These recommendations have been duly taken into account in the new Roadmap developed by E2BA towards a possible continuation of the EeB PPP within Horizon 2020. Presentations and background reports and information are available online.

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Climate Local. London, 11 March 2013

Posted on: 14 March 2013
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The Local Government Association launched its Climate Local initiative in June 2012 to support councils to make the most of opportunities for people, the local economy and jobs through action on climate change. This conference brought together representatives from the first Climate Local councils and beyond to hear the latest examples of council-led action and to discuss priorities for the sector. Presentations are available online.

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Rethinking cities: Framing the future. Barcelona, 8-10 October 2012

Posted on: 13 March 2013
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The 6th Urban Research and Knowledge Symposium sought to contribute and inform policy choices that can help policymakers manage potential economic efficiency, environmental sustainability and social equity tradeoffs associated with urbanization. The Symposium was organized by The World Bank in partnership with the City of Barcelona and some key partners, and provided a global forum for urban stakeholders, and all who are interested in cities, to discuss and exchange knowledge on urban matters of how to make policy choices under resource constraints and uncertainty that will minimise lock-in and path dependency at later stages of urban development. This site provides information on the background, program, and speakers. You can also download the research and policy papers prepared for and presented during the Symposium.

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15th International Riversymposium. Melbourne, 8-11 October 2012

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The International Riversymposium is a world-renowned annual conference focused on a holistic approach to river and water management. Audio and powerpoint presentations are available under the following themes: river ecology; river health; designing river cities; river knowledge tools and techniques; river partnerships; and river partnerships: pathways to sustainability.

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Adapting to climate change by working with nature. London, 15 October 2012

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Our towns and cities face numerous complex challenges – overheating, surface water management, air and water pollution, loss of biodiversity and green space. The IHDC 2012 Conference on 15th October discusses ways and means to work with nature and integrate an ecosystem services approach to the design of the built environment. A report of the conference is available online.

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Building Sustainability Sweden 2012. Stockholm, 18-19 October 2012

Posted on: 13 March 2013
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At this event Swedish and international experts provided up-to-date knowledge on new materials, technology and energy-efficient solutions. Presentations are available from plenary and workshop sessions, covering such issues as retrofitting; climate change impact in urban areas; mobility in the future city; sustainable living in cities; and energy saving in residential and commercial buildings.

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Designing cities: Leading the way to world class streets. New York, 24-26 October 2012

Posted on: 13 March 2013
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This event provided an opportunity for elected officials, transportation leaders, and key stakeholders from the public and private sector to forge a common vision for cities to achieve national objectives for healthier, more sustainable, equitable, and efficient cities of tomorrow. Videos, background documents and presentations are available online.

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