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The competitiveness of global port-cities: The case of Danube Axis (Bratislava, Štúrovo, Komárno), Slovak Republic
Posted on: 8 October 2013
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This working paper offers an evaluation of the performance of the inland ports of the Slovak Republic within the framework of the Danube Axis, an analysis of the impact of the ports on their territory and an assessment of policies in this field. It examines port performance over the last decades and identifies the principal factors that have contributed to it. The effect of the port on economic and environmental questions is studied and quantified where possible. The major policies governing the ports are assessed, along with policies governing transport and economic development, the environment and spatial planning. Based on the report’s findings, recommendations are proposed with a view to improving port performance and increasing the positive effects of the inland ports of Slovak Republic. A similar report has been published on the post of Antofagasta, Chile. It can be viewed here.
Housing for the information age: Empowering consumers to drive change in the industry
Posted on: 7 October 2013
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The Housing Forum has published a report which argues that consumers must be given better information about new homes, in order to raise industry standards. The report, prepared jointly by designers, clients, manufacturers, IT specialists and builders, also recommends the facilitation of custom build housing by local authorities though the use of land supply and local development orders.
International Civil Aviation Organization Assembly
Posted on: 7 October 2013
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The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) concluded a landmark 38th Assembly in Montreal on 4 October 2013, receiving endorsement from its Member States on sector-wide strategic planning and exceeding many expectations when it agreed to develop a global market-based measure (MBM) for international aviation. ICAO’s States agreed to report back in 2016 with a proposal for a global MBM scheme capable of being implemented by 2020. Major efforts will need to be undertaken in order to address the challenges and accommodate specific concerns of developing countries going forward. ICAO UN Aviation Assembly meets every three years in Montreal to set the aviation priorities for the years to come.
Disaster risk financing in APEC economies: practices and challenges
Posted on: 7 October 2013
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This report provides a survey of disaster risk financing practices within APEC (Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation), including implementation challenges and key priorities for future work. It constitutes the first step towards promoting effective and widespread implementation of the G20/OECD Methodological Framework in the APEC region and beyond in the area of disaster risk financing.
EU-wide establishment of enduring national and European support networks for sustainable urban mobility (ENDURANCE)
Posted on: 7 October 2013
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The ENDURANCE project aims to build 25 national networks and an overarching European network organisation on Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans. The main target groups are urban mobility professionals, cities and national authorities. The ENDURANCE networks will offer a training and policy exchange programme based on yearly national meetings in each country as well as on international meetings. The project is represented in 25 countries, and one objective is to motivate 250 cities to participate in the networking and to develop, improve and/or implement a Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan.
The Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident: OECD/NEA nuclear safety response and lessons learnt
Posted on: 7 October 2013
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This report outlines international efforts to strengthen nuclear regulation, safety, research and radiological protection in the post-Fukushima context. It also highlights key messages and lessons learnt, notably as related to assurance of safety, shared responsibilities, human and organisational factors, defence-in-depth, stakeholder engagement, crisis communication and emergency preparedness.
Cities Today
Posted on: 7 October 2013
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Cities Today, the leading magazine on sustainable development of cities, is now available as an app for iPad, Android tablets and Kindle Fire. The app can be downloaded free for a limited period and offers digital versions of the magazine with multimedia links to video and audio.
Practical guidance for scaling-up of sustainable buildings and energy projects: A review of good practices and lessons learned from cold regions in Asia
Posted on: 4 October 2013
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Many projects demonstrate that renewable energy and bioclimatic architecture represent cost-effective and environmentally friendly ways to improve the living conditions of rural people. However, most of the projects face significant difficulties when it comes to mainstreaming the innovation. This manual, based on the experience of six projects in Asia, aims to provide practical guidance regarding how to design a scaling-up strategy for sustainable energy and building projects. It has been produced by the SAESUp (Sustainable Architecture & Energy Scaling Up) project, which is supported by the Building and Social Housing Foundation. (BSHF).
Creating the conditions for new settlements in England
Posted on: 4 October 2013
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In May 2013 the Building and Social Housing Foundation held a consultation in Windsor to assess the potential for delivering new settlements in the UK. A group of experts representing government, academia, industry, landowners, developers and local communities sought practical solutions. This report and the twelve recommendations within it are based on the discussions held during the consultation.
Refurbishment of non-domestic buildings (TM53)
Posted on: 4 October 2013
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The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) has published guidance which offers key insights into making the most of the opportunities that arise from refurbishments. The case for refurbishment for buildings has to be made on an individual basis, and the drivers that exist are many. This guidance aims to assist the understanding of the buildings and systems we may encounter and produce a common strategy in the analysis of options and solutions. Its aim is to maximise the opportunities presented when refurbishing non-domestic buildings. The document is available for purchase.
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