International Society for Ecological Economics (ISEE) is currently inviting session, paper, and poster abstract submissions for its twelfth biennial Conference 2012 entitled “Ecological Economics and Rio +20: Contributions and Challenges for a Green Economy” to be held during 29 May – 1 June, 2012 … [Read more...] about International Society for Ecological Economics seeks Abstracts for the 2012 Conference to be held in Rio de Janeiro
Archives for October 2011
$40,000 awarded in environmental grants by Ford
On Wednesday, the Ford Motor Company granted $40,000 to the ten local NGOs, for funding programs that support community education and environment. The grants are a part of Ford's Conservation and Environmental Program. It has been ten years, since Ford initiated its environmental grant program that … [Read more...] about $40,000 awarded in environmental grants by Ford
$2.8m allocated by the World Bank to the BDS Fund
This year, funds worth $2.8 million are granted by the World Bank, to the Business Development Service Fund (BDS). The amount will be distributed between the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that will receive $1.5 million, and the Renewable Energy Sector under the Ghana Energy Development … [Read more...] about $2.8m allocated by the World Bank to the BDS Fund
Google invites Applications from Women in Europe, the Middle East and Africa for the Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
Google is seeking applications for the Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship: Europe, the Middle East and Africa aimed at encouraging women to excel in computing and technology, and become active role models and leaders. This scholarship was established to honor the legacy of Anita Borg and her efforts … [Read more...] about Google invites Applications from Women in Europe, the Middle East and Africa for the Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
$1.5 Million Awarded by USAID and Gates Foundation for Second Haiti Mobile Money Launch
The Haiti based mobile operator Voilà will receive a $1.5 million incentive award from the Haiti Mobile Money Initiative (HMMI). The announcement was made by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The award is given to Voilà as it is the … [Read more...] about $1.5 Million Awarded by USAID and Gates Foundation for Second Haiti Mobile Money Launch
WWF launches new grant program in Turkey
According to Anatolia news agency, the World Wildlife Foundation (WWF) has initiated a new grant program to protect the various endangered animal species like sea turtles and fallow deer from extinction. Animals like the Caspian tiger and Anatolian leopard are already extinct. However, the new … [Read more...] about WWF launches new grant program in Turkey
World Peace Award announced by Dubai
On October 12, a new World Peace Award was launched by the Government of Dubai. The award will be presented to individuals and institutions for their outstanding contribution to promote world peace. The award entitled 'The Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum World Peace Award' is launched as per a … [Read more...] about World Peace Award announced by Dubai
Verizon Foundation awards $15,000 to Domestic Violence Group
The Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV) received funds worth $15,000 from the Verizon Foundation. GCADV has its headquarters in Decatur. According to a press release from Verizon, "This grant will allow GCADV to initiate a social media contest for teens to name a new project to … [Read more...] about Verizon Foundation awards $15,000 to Domestic Violence Group
USAID-Jordan celebrates graduation of 16 economic reporters
On Wednesday, the Jordan chapter of USAID honored 16 reporters with graduation, after they successfully participated in the “Economic Reporters Training Program.” USAID had collaborated with Future Builder’s Forum for the program. The main purpose of the training was to make the economic skills of … [Read more...] about USAID-Jordan celebrates graduation of 16 economic reporters
Agreement on EEA and Norway Grants
Budapest witnessed the signing of agreement on the use of EEA and Norway Grants, 2009-2014. One third of the funds allocated to Hungary will be used for conservation of the environment, while the rest will be utilized to improve public health, civil society and vulnerable groups. Hungary has … [Read more...] about Agreement on EEA and Norway Grants
