Essays about: "helcom"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 12 essays containing the word helcom.

  1. 6. Comparative Analysis of the Activities of the HELCOM and the Black Sea Commissions as Tools in Regional Environmental Cooperation

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Andrii Sinkevych; [2014]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Regional Cooperation; Environmental Protection; Inland Sea; HELCOM; BSC;

    Abstract : Regional cooperation around inland seas plays an important role in environmental protection as it can involve all countries from the catchment area. Two regional organizations, HELCOM in the Baltic Sea and BSC in the Black Sea regions serve as intermediary for joint efforts and have the same tasks in protection of their respective seas. READ MORE

  2. 7. Challenges and incentives for sustainable manure management in Russia

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Soil and Environment

    Author : Johanna Lindgren; [2013]
    Keywords : manure management; Russia; sustainable; eutrophication; agricultural policies; Baltic Sea;

    Abstract : The Baltic Sea is threatened by eutrophication that largely is due to nutrient leaching from farmland within the catchment area. To solve this problem the surrounding countries cooperate within various configurations such as HELCOM and the EU-financed project Baltic Compass. READ MORE

  3. 8. Sustainable use of Baltic Sea natural resources based on ecological engineering and biogas production : System analysis and case study Trelleborg

    University essay from KTH/Industriell ekologi

    Author : Sara Karlsson; [2009]
    Keywords : eutrophication; ecological engineering; biogas; LCI; Baltic Sea; reed; mussels; algae; fertilizer; CO2; eutrofiering; ecological engineering; biogas; LCI; Östersjön; vass; blåmusslor; alger; gödningsmedel; CO2;

    Abstract : Eutrophication is one of the most serious environmental problems in the Baltic Sea due to factors such as nutrient discharges from different sources and long residence time. Eutrophication gives rise to increased primary production, often followed by oxygen depletion and disruption of important ecosystems. READ MORE

  4. 9. Stakeholders participation and feedback mechanism in BSAP adoption and implementation : case study : Sweden at national level

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Kassa Lemma; Yosief Tesfatsion; [2009]
    Keywords : BSAP; Baltic Sea; Environmental problems; Stakeholders Participation; Level of Participation and Feedback Mechanism; Soft System Thinking; participatory Approach; Participatory Rural Appraisal;

    Abstract : Due to the interdependency that exists between the ecosystem resources and its users, successful implementation of ecosystem-based management depends on the identification and understanding of different stakeholders, their practices, expectations and interests. Today, many scientists and resource managers agree that the involvement of stakeholders is a key factor for a successful management regime in the marine environment. READ MORE

  5. 10. Preventive action in the protection of the Baltic Sea : Do the HELCOM Baltic Sea Action Plan and An Agenda for the Baltic Sea Region – Baltic 21 advocate preventive action in protecting the Baltic Sea?

    University essay from Tema vatten i natur och samhälle

    Author : Lina Lundgren; [2008]
    Keywords : Baltic Sea; HELCOM Baltic Sea Action Plan; Baltic 21; Preventive action; Principle of prevention.;

    Abstract : The Baltic Sea is a sensitive and unique ecosystem that has been strongly affected by human activity in the area. It is an important cultural and natural resource that contributes with several economic benefits. READ MORE