Environment and ecosystems

The emphasis of the study is very much on process. The study try to explore how project-related systems and practices can be used to ensure that risks emanating from natural hazards are appropriately considered (relative to levels of risk) and also, more

This revised handbook incorporates new and significant developments while refining and improving the methodology for damage assessment contained in several sections included in the first version published in 1991. In that respect, special reference should

This report is the product of close cooperation between UNEP and national environmental authorities and experts. It provides a preliminary ground-level look at the tsunami’s impact on various sectors of the region’s environment. It highlights problems in need of immediate attention, underscoring the strong link between environment and sustainable livelihood and the need for improved early warning and disaster preparedness systems.

This book focusses on the impacts of the tsunamis of Sunday 26 December 2004 on the natural coastal resources, especially the coral reefs and associated ecosystems, and the responses by the international community.

The book also presents a long history

In August 1992, Hurricane Andrew ripped through south Florida with great and treacherous force. Stories of heroism and economic hardship in the aftermath of the disaster put a human face on the tragedy the storm inflicted. This intriguing book reviews the

This text presents geologic processes in context with their impact on humans, our lives and societies. The author’s goal is to both create informed citizens and nurture an understanding of geologic science. Part I introduces philosophy and fundamental

Conventional wisdom considers deserts stark, harsh regions that support few living things. Most people also believe that water alone makes the desert bloom. Ecology of Desert Systems challenges these conventional views. This volume explores a broad range

Environmental issue report, no. 35.

This report brings together information about natural disasters and technological accidents that have occurred across Europe in recent years and their impacts on the environment and society.  The report concentrates on