CLIMATE CHANGE

INTErNATIoNAL CoNfErENCE o

MANAGEMENT

ANd SuSTAINAbLE

of NATurAL rESourCES

Institute of Allied Sciences & Computer Applications (NAAC ACCredited)

INTErNATIoNAL CoNfErENCE oN
CLIMATE CHANGE

GwALIor, MP, INdIA

fEbruAry 5-7, 2012

MANAGEMENT
of NATurAL rESourCES

ANd SuSTAINAbLE

TiMS-12
(Technology Innovation & Management for Sustainable Development 12)

Organized by: institute Of applied sciences and cOmputer applicatiOns & schOOl Of life science, itm university, sithOuli, gwaliOr (m.p.) 474001, india

abOut internatiOnal cOnference

Public awareness on climate change has grown immensely. Issues related to equity and ethical dimensions of climate change and vulnerability of some communities need to be addressed. Vulnerability to climate change has strong linkage with poverty and has the potential to create multiple stresses. It poses major threat to achievements of Millennium Development Goals and thus development, planning strategies need to consider the risks associated with climate change. It is critical to understand anticipated climate change pattern in order to have appropriate adaptation and mitigation measures. It is imperative to identify measures that promote development objectives, while also addressing climate change effects yielding cobenefits. Presently degradation of environment and natural resources is posing the greatest threat to the Globe. Earth is warming at an unusual rate and evidence of warming is present in different forms, that is reflected by the temperature records. There are many temperature dependent phenomenon that also indicate that the earth is warming. Earths mountain glaciers are melting. Antarctica ice sheets are breaking up, sea level is rising, temperature of the Oceans is rising, Northern hemisphere permafrost is melting, Arctic ice is thinning and retreating. The tree line in mountain ranges is moving upward. There is a consensus among the world scientific community that the cause for increase in atmospheric CO2 and ultimately for planetary warming is from human activities. Even if the concentration of green house gases were to be stabilized at current levels, the impact of climate change would continue for several decades making adaptation to climate change an essential part of policy framework. Options in energy sector would require consistent assessment and regulation. Cost-effective, energy efficiency, energy conservation measures, development of clean energy technologies, generate large benefits in terms of reducing carbon emissions. Energy is prime mover of economic growth and necessary component of sustainable development, low carbon sustainable transport and energy efficient housing strategies is necessary.

INTErNATIoNAL CoNfErENCE oN
CLIMATE CHANGE

MANAGEMENT
of NATurAL rESourCES

ANd SuSTAINAbLE

abOut itm university and iasca

ITM University is a multidisciplinary University with a reputation for the quality of its teaching and learning across the academic spectrum, with subjects spanning sciences, engineering & technology, management, commerce, fine arts, humanities, education, nursing etc. It intends to be at the forefront of learning, teaching and research. It seeks to sustain and enhance its excellence as an institution of higher learning through outstanding teaching and research. We have a well-deserved reputation for excellence, as demonstrated by host of institutions already operating under our flagship banner i.e., ITM Universe. The Institute of Allied Sciences and Computer Applications (IASCA) was established in the year 2002 under the apex educational organization ITM Universe. The Institute is NAAC accredited and offers quality education and research in Life Sciences Biotechnology, Microbiology, Food Technology. Institute has Centre for Environment Research and Education. The broad objective of the centre is to promote sustainable and equitable development. The centre is working in 11 interconnected global issues climate, energy, water, forestry, biodiversity, public health, food security, hazards, urbanization and technology intervention.

scOpe Of cOnference
1. global climate scenario a) Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies b) International Multilateral Cooperation 2. impact of climate change on ecosystems and natural resources a) Forests b) Grasslands c) Crop lands d) Water Resources e) Soil f) Bio-diversity 3. a) b) c) energy Energy Conservation and Sustainable use Policy and Regulatory Options Biofuel and other Renewable options 6. a) b) c) 7. a) b) c) ecology, economics and climate change Managing Ecological Hazards The Economics of Climate Change. Carbon and Ecological Foot Printing human settlements Urbanization and Environment Urban and Rural Planning Green Buildings and Low Carbon Transport

8. gender perspectives and climate change a) Women and Natural Resources b) Gender Vulnerability and Adaptation 9. climate change and human health a) Coping with Health effects of climate change b) Public Health Education and Policy Framework 10. framing responses a) National Policies and National Mission Govt. of India b) Environmental Legislation and Enforcement c) Role of Media d) Education, Awareness and Ethics 11. sustainable built environment a) Green Architecture b) Energy efficient smart buildings c) Eco-friendly building technique

4. science and technology in environmental management a) Remote Sensing and GIS b) Cleaner Production and Green Technology c) Waste Management d) Eco-Biotechnology 5. sustainable agriculture a) Crop-Production b) Crop Improvement c) Agro ecosystems d) Plant and Animal Relationship

ObJectives Of the cOnference

1. Conference will examine evidences and causes of climate change (natural and anthropogenic) 2. Impact of climate change on humans and ecosystems 3. Mitigation of climate change through technological, social, ethical and political responses 4. Strategies for adaptation to climate change. call fOr papers and pOsters The participants for the conference are invited to submit paper for oral or poster presentation. Kindly submit one page abstract printed on an A4 size paper (1.5 spacing using Microsoft Time New Roman, 12 font size) of your proposed presentation to the organizing secretary, not later than 30th December, 2011 and the full paper of same latest by 15th January, 2012. The abstract can also be sent as an e-mail word attachment to conference.itmu2012@gmail.com to the organizing secretary of the conference. Participants will be informed by 5th January, 2012 or earlier about the status of acceptance of their papers. Abstracts of all papers accepted for oral and poster presentations will be printed in the conference souvenir. Full papers will be published in the form of proceedings. pOster presentatiOn Poster boards will be provided for poster presentation. Each poster will be allotted a board space measuring 120x150 cm (48x60). Drawing pins or thumb tags will be provided. All poster presentations will be in English. Handwritten posters will not be accepted. The text should be rendered with a sufficiently large font to be legible from a distance of 1-2 metre. Graphs, tables, figures, photographs or maps may be used within the limits of the board space allocated. abOut gwaliOr Gwalior is a historical city in the heart of India, situated in the State of Madhya Pradesh, 120 Km from Agra (The city of Taj Mahal) and 317 Km from Delhi. It is well connected with Delhi, Bhopal, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad by train and road, and by air from Delhi and Mumbai. The city is known as The city of Music, the legendary musician Tansen belonged to Gwalior and was recognized as one the nine jewels of Emperor Akbars court. The city has the richest musical tradition among all the cities in this great country. Most famous and memorable landmarks include Gwalior Fort, the living palace of Scindias, Jai Vilas Palace, the Tomb of the famous musician Tansen and museums.

climate Of gwaliOr The climate of Gwalior is sub-tropical and the rainy season ends by middle of September. In the 1st week of February the ambient microclimate of Gwalior is fine and moderate, maximum temperature will be 25oC and minimum temperature will be 18oC.

Key dates * Last date of receipt of Abstracts 30th Dec, 2011 * Intimation of acceptance of Abstracts 5th Jan, 2012 * Last date for receipt of full Manuscript 15th Jan, 2012 * Registration deadline 30th Dec, 2011 * Dates of the Conference 5 - 7 Feb., 2012 venue ITM University Campus, Sithouli, N.H. -75, Jhansi Road, Gwalior (M.P.) INDIA. structure The International Conference (TIMS-12) on Climate Change and Sustainable Management of Natural Resources features an outstanding technical programme including keynote speeches, panel discussion, oral and poster sessions and cultural programme. As the conference topics are multi-disciplinary in nature, technical sessions will be arranged in different parallel sessions.

accOmmOdatiOn Gwalior has number of hotels with tariff ranging from INR 800/- to INR 5500/-. Hotels are located within a radius of about 8Km from ITM University. Those who are desirous of hotel accommodation are requested to inform the organizers well in advance.

registratiOn fee Delegates from Industries Delegates from Academics Students* Indian INR 3000/INR 1000/INR 500/Foreign US $ 75 US $ 50 US $ 20

(Registration fees covers conference papers, souvenir, lunches, refreshments). Registration fees can be paid through a Demand Draft drawn in favour of IASCA payable at Gwalior, India. Cancellation of registration is not permitted. Registration form can be downloaded from website (www.itmuniversity.ac.in). * to submit bonafide certificate from the Head of the Department/ Institution. spOnsOrships Academic Institutions and Leading Industries are invited to sponsor this major event and benefit from the conference. Sponsorship tariff are given below: categOry Sponsors Industries Academic Institutions cO-spOnsOrs Industries Academic Institutions Indian INR 50,000/INR 25,000/Foreign US $ 1200 US $ 1000

Indian INR 2,00,000/INR 1,00,000/-

Foreign US $ 10000 US $ 6000

A sponsor can nominate four delegates and a co-sponsor can nominate two delegates free of charge along with strategically visible publicity. All payments related to sponsorship can be made through a Demand Draft drawn in favor of IASCA payable at Gwalior, India. sOuvenir A souvenir will be brought out at the time of conference highlighting the themes, keynotes lectures, messages and advertisements. A copy will be given to all registered participants free of charge. Persons interested in participating in International Conference are advised to keep in touch with the regular updates of the conference (www.itmuniversity.ac.in).

patrons:

Rama Shankar Singh

(Chancellor ITM University)

Dr. R.K. Pandey

(Vice Chancellor ITM University)

Daulat Singh Chauhan

(M.D. ITM University). Organizing committee Coordinator: Dr. J.L. Bhat Joint Coordinator: Dr. P.K. Sharma Organizing Secretary: Dr. Kuldeep Dwivedi Registration: Raj Narayan Gupta, Trapti Pathak, Seema Sharma Information: Manoj Pathak & Dr. Ajay Kumar Abstract: Dr. K.M. Mangal, Dr. Swapnil Rai, Dr. Nimisha Jadon, Dr. Khursheed Ahmad wani, Himanshu Bhatnagar. Accommodation: Dr. Omveer Singh & K.S. Kansana Conference Secretariat: Dr. Raghvendra Saxena

International Conference
ITM University Campus, Opp. Sithouli Railway Station N.H. 75, Jhansi Road, Gwalior (M.P.) 474001 India. Tel No. 91-751-2440060 Fax No. 91-751-2432988 Email conference.itmu2012@gmail.com, iasca@itmuniverse.in, tims@itmuniversity.ac.in Website www.itmuniversity.ac.in
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