Mon, 10 Mar 2008
A survey was conducted in June and July 2006 on the issue of Energy and Biodiversity, one of the
proposed IUCN Leveraging Initiatives. More than 100 responses were received from IUCN staff, Members and Commissions.
Photo: RSCN
The aims of the survey were to:
- Identify areas of expertise and interest within the Union (Members, Commissions and Secretariat) related to energy and biodiversity;
- Identify and mobilise resources to bring into the energy stakeholders network;
- Identify and fill gaps in IUCN’s knowledge and expertise through partnerships.
They main conclusions include:
- IUCN has a niche in sound science and credible research, policy and action, awareness-raising.
- IUCN will undertake assessments and develop tools for assessing potential implications for biodiversity and livelihoods of different energy options and technologies.
- Work will particularly address questions around biofuels and nuclear.
- Energy work will also link into climate change issues, especially on policy.
The full results from the survey can be read in the December 2006 report.
Work area:
Ecosystems
Energy
