The project aimed to create awareness on the operation of CITES among the members of the implementing agencies and also provide ready reference material for nontechnical persons to identify plants and animals legally or illegally traded in Bangladesh with other countries.
Read moreThe overall objectives of the project were to assess the impact of indoor air pollution from biomass fuel use among rural women and reduce exposure by creating awareness and introducing improved earthen stoves. However, the specific objectives are: Increase awareness among biomass users by providing information on health benefits, encouraging…
Read moreThe overall objective of the study is to develop a cost-effective solution to reduce health hazards associated with biomass fuel combustion in the kitchen which will ultimately help to devise a framework for energy policy liking health and overall development of the country. However, the specific objectives of the project…
Read moreThe project was undertaken as a part of the determination and assessment of the Asian Elephant population in Bangladesh and to work in all the relevant areas including Teknaf, Bandarban, Rangamati, Khagrachari, Chunati, Himchari, Sherpur. The main activities were: Determination of the present population size, trends, and ranges of the…
Read moreThe main objective of the project is to conserve the Spoon-billed sandpiper and other migratory shorebirds on the central coast of Bangladesh. However, the specific objectives were to: Assess and monitor migratory shorebirds, including spoon-billed sandpiper. Identify staging grounds of the shorebirds within the project site. Undertake policy advocacy and…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to promote the use of improved earthen stoves in Cox’s Bazar area with a view to reducing the dependence on biofuel energy in the country. However, the specific objectives of the project were to (i) reduce the pressure on plant-based fuel (ii) reduce…
Read moreBangladesh is the most vulnerable country to global climate change in the world and facing natural disasters at a regular interval. The coastal areas of Bangladesh have already started suffering severely from the effects of climate change. The coastal area is the biggest victim of natural disasters such as cyclones…
Read moreBangladesh is the most vulnerable country to global climate change in the world and facing natural disasters at a regular interval. The coastal areas of Bangladesh have already started suffering severely from the effects of climate change. The coastal area is the biggest victim of natural disasters such as cyclones…
Read moreThe main objective of the RHC training is to promote use of RHC for the following: Reduction of cooking energy consumption (biomass, gas…) CO2 emission reductions Reduction of indoor air pollution Potential monetary savings for households through reduced fuel consumption Reduction of cooking-related workload and convenience aspects
Read moreThe project aimed to evaluate the potential benefits of the technology to assess the acceptance of this technology, entrepreneurship development and to find out whether there is a potential benefit in the following area$ of interest: Reduction of cooking energy consumption (biomass, gas...) CO2 emission reductions Reduction of indoor air…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the Coal Mine Development activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an Environmental Management…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to collect baseline data and to develop a monitoring protocol for its subsequent monitoring with a view to tracking the changes in local ecology at the level of species, community, and ecosystem. Specifically, the following were the major activities of the project. Conduct…
Read moreThe overall objective of the project was to contribute towards global efforts for the conservation of endangered spoon-billed sandpiper and marine turtles. The specific objectives were to safeguard the nesting of turtles, involve the local community in the conservation efforts, encourage fishermen to release turtles caught in nets.
Read moreThe project aimed to assess the present state of wetlands biodiversity at the species and ecosystem level. Characterization of wetlands faunal and floral composition at various zones of the northeast Haor basin. The project also attempted to the identification of rate trend and pattern of wetlands biological resources use by…
Read moreThe project is in Purbadhala, Netrokona, a water management one with a lot of focus on fisheries conservation and enhancement. Implementation of culture and open water fisheries enhancement and mitigation Advice and assist the Government of Bangladesh to complete the government process to officially establish 2 beel sanctuaries Establish 3…
Read moreThe Project is a six-year initiative and a big and ambitious one to contribute towards the conservation of the Sundarbans including its World Heritage site. Among various ones, some of the major objectives are: To contribute to fulfilling the Government’s commitment to Convention on Biological Diversity To conserve the biodiversity…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the 3 D Seismic survey activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an Environmental…
Read moreThe overall objective of the study project is to prepare an Environmental Impact Assessment Report on the local environment of the seaports at Mongla and Chalna, and its surroundings in relation to the export of coal from Phulbari Coal Mine
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the 2D Seismic Acquisition survey activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an environmental…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the 3 D Seismic survey activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an Environmental…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the 3 D acquisition survey activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an environmental…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the 3 D Seismic survey activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an environmental…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to assess the impacts of the 3 D acquisition survey activities on the local environment. Specifically, the project assessed the impacts of the project activities of the local fauna and flora and on the ecosystems. Develop the mitigation measure and prepare an environmental…
Read moreThe overall objective of the project was to assess local biodiversity and identify the threatened species nationally and internationally in the project area. This recommendation will go to the EIA report. We have prepared the list of biodiversity in the area and identified the threatened species according to the international…
Read moreTo facilitate adaptation to climate change amongst the vulnerable fisherfolk in coastal regions of Noakhali District through the creation of livelihood opportunities and reduction of vulnerabilities. To identify and field test selected agriculture production technology based Alternative Income Generating Activities (AIGs) for livelihood enhancement in the pilot fisher communities for…
Read moreThe main objective of the project was to enhance local level awareness for the sustainable management of coral resources of the St. Martins Island. The specific objective of the project was to carry out awareness programs and mobilization of the local student towards coral conservation.
Read moreThe overall objective of the program is to: Development of CB-TrEE training module in Bangla and production of all relevant training materials’ Organize the TOT and develop a pool of CB-TrEE Trainer’s in Kurigram Organize field application of CB-TrEE tools for identification of new green skills using local resources and…
Read moreThe overall objective of the program is to: Development of CB-TrEE training module in Bangla and production of all relevant training materials’ Organize the TOT and develop a pool of CB-TrEE Trainer’s in Dhaka Organize field application of CB-TrEE tools for identification of new green skills using local resources and…
Read moreThe overall objective of the program is to: Development of CB-TrEE training module in Bangla and production of all relevant training materials’ Organize the TOT and develop a pool of CB-TrEE Trainer’s in Cox’s Bazar Organize field application of CB-TrEE tools for identification of new green skills using local resources…
Read moreThe overall objective of the program is to contribute to the achievement of the UNDAF 2012-2016 Pillar-5 Outcome: “By 2016, populations vulnerable to climate change and natural disasters have become more resilient to adapt with the risk”. The specific objectives of this project are: Improved the livelihoods through various green…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to establish a co-management system with a view to ensuring resource sustainably in some selected protected areas of Bangladesh. However, specifically, the project was designed to (i) curb/reduce the trend in degradation of biodiversity (ii) restore/rehabilitate the degraded ecosystems, (iii) ensure participation of…
Read moreThe overall objective of the project is to improve the environmental quality of the country coupled with sustainable development, poverty alleviation, and capacity building for better environmental management. The specific objectives for the project component are: Prevent and reverse the trend of wetland degradation Sustainable use of wetlands resources Promote…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to sustainably conserve the biodiversity of the Hakaloki Haor ECA. However, specifically, the project was designed to (i) curb/reduce the trend in degradation of biodiversity (ii) restore/rehabilitate the degraded ecosystems, (iii) ensure participation of local people in biodiversity conservation, and (iv) livelihood improvement…
Read moreThe overall purpose of the project was to sustainably conserve the biodiversity of the Cox’s Bazar-Teknaf ECA. However, specifically, the project was designed to (i) curb/reduce the trend in degradation of biodiversity (ii) restore/rehabilitate the degraded ecosystems, (iii) ensure participation of local people in biodiversity conservation, and (iv) livelihood improvement…
Read moreImproving environmental governance to promote fair and equitable access to natural resources and improved livelihoods in Bangladesh. Local communities, with a special emphasis on women, are empowered to take part in decision-making and linkages between community-based organizations and local authorities are strengthened. Enhanced capacity and skill of both local communities…
Read moreThe IPCC AR5 is the most comprehensive assessment of the science, adaptation, and mitigation related to climate change and presents the key findings of the latest research from around the world. In order to share the findings of AR5 to the Bangladeshi government officials, policymakers, researchers, journalists, development partners, academics,…
Read moreThis project is to support the Government of Bangladesh in preparing its Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC) for submission to the UNFCCC to feed into the Paris 2015 Conference of Parties (CoP). It will provide the Ministry of Environment and Forestry with stronger and more targeted evidence on the current…
Read moreAct as CDKN representative to build awareness of the CDKN Programme and inform the development of CDKN programs in Bangladesh. This will include key government stakeholders and development partners (e.g. DFID Bangladesh, the Dutch embassy, GIZ, and others. For this NACOM shall provide strategic advice and support to review and…
Read moreThe main objectives of this study are to analyze and document the impacts of climate change on major crop production systems that could affect food and nutrition security and to identify policy options and actions that can be taken by the government to address the IPCC AR5 predictions. By doing…
Read moreThe objectives of the country scoping studies are to: Identify three sub-sectors that are relevant to Bangladesh’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to be taken forward by the MPI project. Provide an initial assessment of the private finance landscape, as well as the scale of investment opportunities and the risks and…
Read moreThe objective of the project is to strengthen the ECA management model for the co-management of Ecologically Critical Areas (ECAs) incorporating climate change adaptation measures in Bangladesh that will have a significant positive impact on the local and national food security and social protection through the long-term viability of the…
Read moreSpecific objectives of the project are as follows: strengthen biodiversity conservation activities; strengthen alternative livelihoods generation activities; introduce climate change adaptation measures/activities; strengthen the institutional mechanism established; enhance DoE experience in the areas
Read moreThe Service Provider will produce, achieve or deliver the following outputs: A detailed curriculum for the “Climate Change Negotiation: Science and Politics” course was developed. 2-day training event for 28 persons delivered ; electronic materials, including lectures, PowerPoint presentations, reference materials, participants feedback, etc. compiled; Training report submitted containing.
Read moreThe overall objective of the proposed project is to track the changes in ecosystem/ biodiversity caused due to climate changes on some of the most important coastal ecosystems through long-term monitoring and identify the potential impacts and adaptation strategies, which would be useful for planning interventions to minimize adverse impacts…
Read moreThe objective of the mobilizing investment project is to support public actors to create favorable conditions for the financing of NDC implementation by both the private and public sectors. To this end, the project aims to increase capacity for, and demonstrate concrete progress towards, mobilization of investment in priority sub-sectors.…
Read moreTo contribute to the global efforts for the conservation of threatened waterbirds through developing knowledgebase, undertaking conservation activities, and engaging local youths and young researchers in the conservation process. The specific objectives of the project are to- assess the population status and develop a database with provision for long term …
Read moreTransport is a critical sector to the achievement of the NDC objectives. The mitigation and adaptation targets that involve transport include the following: On mitigation, Bangladesh has set out an Unconditional target of 5% reduction in GHG emissions from BAU by 2030 in the transport, power, and industry sectors (12…
Read moreAs per our understanding of the context of this assignment, some of the key objectives of this assignment are To assess programs and measures that will mitigate climate change and are consistent with the government’s climate change strategy To provide policymakers with an evaluation of technologies and practices that can…
Read moreThe key objective of this national inventory is to estimate the total amount of GHG emissions and removals by the sink. This will be done according to the international guidelines set by the IPCC in 1996 or 2006 so as to develop a credible estimation in the national context which…
Read moreThe basic application of handmade briquettes is thinkable for domestic use and small businesses in rural areas in order to develop the alternative fuel market in Bangladesh. It is essential to understand different types and combinations of raw materials that can be used for the production of briquettes Especially the…
Read moreThe core objective of the assignment is to pilot the implementation activities identified in the sector development plan for integrating the Rio Conventions in Bangladesh which aims to enhance the productivity of the forest and to strengthen awareness and skills of the community for effectively managing biophysical and aquatic diversity…
Read morePower Division is implementing GEF-Funded Project “Development of Sustainable Renewable Energy Power Generation ((SREPGen)”. The objective of the project is to reduce the annual growth rate of GHG emissions from the fossil fuel-based power generation by exploiting Bangladesh’s renewable energy resources for electricity generation On the basis of the data…
Read moreCREL follows on to a series of USAID-funded initiatives focused on supporting co-management of natural resources in Bangladesh, and will scale up and adapt successful co-management models to conserve ecosystems and protected areas (PAs), improve governance of natural resources and biodiversity, and increase resilience to climate change through improved planning…
Read moreBangladesh coast is utilized by the migrating marine turtle for nesting. St. Martin’s Island (SMI) is an important nesting site of marine turtles. Marine turtles are endangered globally as its population is declining rapidly. Conservation of marine turtles has been being considered as a priority issue in marine resource conservation.…
Read moreThe St. Martin’s Island, the southernmost continental island of the country, is considered unique as because it supports an assemblage of diverse ranges of unique flora and fauna. Because of its natural state and scenic landscape in the sea, the St. Martin’s Island has been a destination of huge visitors,…
Read moreThe main objective of the project is to reduce climate vulnerability of local communities in the project areas through participatory planning, community based management, and integration of livelihood with coastal afforestation and reforestation. Specific project objectives are; To improve adaptation capacity of local communities through climate resilient enhanced livelihood options…
Read moreCOUNTRY: Bangladesh LOCATION WITHIN COUNTRY: Southern –East Coastal Region (Cox’s Bazar – Teknaf Peninsula ECA, Sonadia Island ECA and Chokoria FUNDING ORGANIZATION : Climate Change Unit, CCTF, MoEF START DATE : January 2013 COMPLETION DATE : December 2014 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: The coastal people are mostly poor and their livelihood…
Read moreFUNDING ORGANIZATION :GIZ Bangladesh TIME FRAME: 01 November 2015to 01 June, 2016 INFORMATION OF PROJECT: The Nature Conservation Management (NACOM) is working for sustainable energy issue in Bangladesh and in this connection an agreement has been made with GIZ Bangladesh for production and promotion of Retained Heat Cookers/ Wonder bag.…
Read moreFUNDING ORGANIZATION :GIZ Bangladesh TIME FRAME: 01 November 2015to 01 June, 2016 INFORMATION OF PROJECT: The Nature Conservation Management (NACOM) is working for sustainable energy issue in Bangladesh and in this connection an agreement has been made with GIZ Bangladesh for production and promotion of Retained Heat Cookers/ Wonder bag.…
Read moreCOUNTRY: Bangladesh LOCATION WITHIN COUNTRY: Southern –East Coastal Region (Cox’s Bazar – Teknaf Peninsula ECA, Sonadia Island ECA and Chokoria FUNDING ORGANIZATION : Climate Change Unit, CCTF, MoEF START DATE : January 2013 COMPLETION DATE : December 2014 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: The coastal people are mostly poor and their livelihood…
Read moreCOUNTRY:Bangladesh LOCATION WITHIN COUNTRY:Southern –East Coastal Region (Cox’s Bazar – Teknaf Peninsula ECA, Sonadia Island ECA, NijhumDwip, Domar char FUNDING ORGANIZATION : Forest Department/World bank START DATE : March 2014 COMPLETION DATE : February 2016 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: Bangladesh plays an important role in waterbird conservation in the world as both the…
Read moreLocation within country: Southern –East Coastal Region (Cox’s Bazar – Teknaf Peninsula (ECA) Partner Organization: Keidanren Nature Conservation Fund (KNCF) Start Date: April 2009 Completion Date: March 2011 Description of Project: The overall objective of the project was to contribute to the al efforts for the conservation of endangered spoon billed sandpiper and…
Read moreLocation within country: Southern –East Coastal Region (Cox’s Bazar – Teknaf Peninsula (ECA) Partner Organization: Department of Environment, Ministry of Environment and Forest funding from UNDP/GEF Start Date: January 2007 Completion Date: June 2010 Name of Joint Venture Consultants: IUCN, Bangladesh and Centre for Sustainable Development (CFSD) Description of Project: Wetlands and coastal ecosystems…
Read moreAssignment Location within country : Moulavibazar and Bibiyana , Jalalabad Gas Field Partner Organization : SMEC International Start Date : April 2009Completion Date:March 2012 Name of Joint Venture Consultants: IUCN, Bangladesh and Centre for Sustainable Development (CFSD) Description of Project: The overall objective of the project was to assess local biodiversity and…
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