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* [http://www.oceansatlas.com/ UN Atlas of the Oceans] | * [http://www.oceansatlas.com/ UN Atlas of the Oceans] | ||
Revision as of 10:54, 23 May 2007
International organizations
Established in 1991, GEF is an independent financial organization that provides grants to developing countries for projects that benefit the global environment and promote sustainable livelihoods in local communities.
UNEP is the voice for the environment in the United Nations system. It is an advocate, educator, catalyst and facilitator, promoting the wise use of the planet's natural assets for sustainable development. UNEP's mission is "to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations."
Research centres and institutes
Implementing coastal management projects in the field, building capacity through education and training, and sharing lessons learned and information throughout the coastal community are the foundation of the Coastal Resources Center’s work.
Important events
Training sites
A multimedia distance training package on Integrated Coastal Zone Management
An information system designed for use by policy makers who need to become familiar with ocean issues and by scientists, students and resource managers who need access to underlying data bases and approaches to sustainability.
A training resource for Data&Information management related to Oceanography and Marine Meteorology.
