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TGI Open Access Books Series
Mountain
Ecosystems and
Resources Management
Volume 1
Edited by: Hasrat Arjjumend
ISBN: 978-1-7778455-0-6
Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/mount.a
Copyright © Contributors & Hasrat Arjjumend, 2023
Chapter 22
Overview
Contents
United Nations Mountain Agenda, the Mountain Partnership and Related Regional Mechanisms
Rosalaura Romeo
Mountain Partnership Secretariat, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome, Italy.
Email: rosalaura.romeo@fao.org | ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3952-3477
Abstract
Mountains cover almost a third of the Earth’s land surface and are home to 15 percent of the global population, many of whom are among the poorest in the world. Since the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 and the adoption of Agenda 21’s Chapter 13, “Managing Fragile Ecosystems: Sustainable Mountain Development”, global action to promote sustainable mountain development has been supported by the United Nations (UN) and national and international stakeholders. The Mountain Partnership is the UN alliance dedicated to sustainable mountain development. It promotes advocacy and knowledge sharing in support of national policies and international cooperation to sustainably manage mountain landscapes and empower mountain people. Regional level initiatives for transboundary cooperation exist for some of the major mountain ranges, such as the Alps, the Andes, the Carpathians and the Himalayas. Accelerated international and national actions to reduce the vulnerabilities of mountain people and to respond to the impacts of climate change in mountains are needed.
Keywords
Mountains; sustainable development; biodiversity; climate change
Citation
Romeo, R. (2023). United Nations Mountain Agenda, the Mountain Partnership and Related Regional Mechanisms (Chapter.22). In Hasrat Arjjumend (ed.), Mountain Ecosystems and Resources Management, vol. 1, pp.407-416. Montreal/Vancouver, Canada: The Grassroots Institute. eISBN: 978-1-7778455-0-6 Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/mount.a/22
Open Access. Copyright © 2023 the author(s), published by The Grassroots Institute. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution- Non Commercial - No Derivatives 4.0 International License.
Edited by Dr. Hasrat Arjjumend
About the Author(s)
Rosalaura Romeo started working on mountain issues more than 21 years ago when FAO was tasked with promoting the first International Year of Mountains in 2002. A unit was created in FAO, and she was asked to transfer there because of her interest in this topic. Later that year, the Mountain Partnership was created, and what started as a small unit has now become the Mountain Partnership Secretariat, where Rosalaura has been working since then. She M.Sc. in Agriculture from the University of Tuscia and her expertise spans from agricultural and forestry research to international advocacy and donor relations. She is the Coordinator of the Mountain Partnership Secretariat hosted at FAO’s Headquarters. Rosalaura devoted a large part of her career to the sustainable development of mountain regions and had a crucial role in 2002 in the creation of the Mountain Partnership, the only Multi-stakeholder UN Alliance dedicated to improving the lives of mountain peoples and protecting mountain ecosystems, with over 400 members around the world. The Mountain Partnership is in charge for the celebrations of the International Year of Sustainable Mountain Development 2022.
About this book
Open Access
In the captivating pages of "Mountain Ecosystems & Resources Management", readers embark on an insightful journey through the intricate world of mountain ecosystems and the essential strategies for responsible resource management. This book serves as an enlightening guide for understanding the unique dynamics of these awe-inspiring landscapes and the challenges they face in an ever-changing world. Through a harmonious blend of scientific exploration and practical approaches, this research-based literary expedition unveils the delicate balance between human development and the preservation of these remarkable ecosystems.
Spanning 24 chapters, the book first delves into the enchanting beauty and biodiversity of mountain ecosystems. This section not only highlights the intrinsic value of these ecosystems but also sheds light on their vulnerability to climate change and human activities. Moving forward, the book meticulously dissects resource management strategies that hold the key to sustaining the delicate equilibrium of mountain environments, through capturing the topics of Mountain Agrobiodiversity, Mountain Forests, Mountain Watersheds, River Basin Management, Ecotourism, Animal Genetic Diversity, Mountain Identity, Environmental Psychology and Mountain Policies. Thus, whether it is water resources crucial for downstream communities, sustainable tourism that respects local cultures, or responsible land use planning, the book offers a wealth of insights to empower policymakers, environmentalists, and local communities alike.
Overall, the narrative transcends from theory to action as the book presents inspiring case studies of successful resource management initiatives from around the globe. These stories of collaboration, innovation, and resilience demonstrate that a harmonious coexistence between humans and mountain ecosystems is not only attainable but also imperative for a sustainable future. "Mountain Ecosystems & Resources Management" serves as a beacon of knowledge, guiding readers toward a deeper appreciation of these majestic landscapes and inspiring them to become stewards of their preservation. As we stand at a crossroads of environmental consciousness, this book paves the way for informed decisions that will safeguard these natural treasures for generations to come.
About the Editor
Hasrat Arjjumend
Topics
- Mountains
- Mountain Ecosystems
- Natural Resources
- NRM
- Mountain Agrobiodiversity
- Mountain Forests
- Mountain Watershed
- River Basin Management
- Ecotourism
- Mountain Biodiversity
- Mountain Landscape
- Climate Change
- Animal Genetic Diversity
- Mountain Identity
- Environmental Psychology
- Mountain Policies
Citation
Arjjumend, H. (ed.) (2023). Mountain Ecosystems and Resources Management, vol. 1, Montreal, Canada: The Grassroots Institute, eISBN: 978-1-7778455-0-6. Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/mount.a
Table of Contents
| Acknowledgement |
| Abbreviations |
| Preface / Foreword |
| Chapter 1 |
Introduction
Hasrat Arjjumend |
| Chapter 2 |
Applying the Landscape Services Concept in Landscape Research: A Review
Sining Zhang |
| Chapter 3 |
Mountain Biodiversity in Romania
Daniela Antonescu |
| Chapter 4 |
Fish Diversity of Hill Streams of South Kamrup, Assam, India
Ellora Choudhury,
Saibal Sengupta |
| Chapter 5 |
Mountain Forests: Challenges and Management
Hyunshik Moon,
Tamirat Solomon |
| Chapter 6 |
Dynamics of Grassland Vegetation Composition across different Land-use Types on the Qinghai Tibet Plateau: Implications to Combat Grassland Degradation
Moses Fayiah, ShiKui Dong,
Roberto Xavier Supe Tulcan,
Sanjay Singh,
Muthu Rajkumar,
Sallay Saccoh,
Rebecca Bockarie |
| Chapter 7 |
Understanding the Nexus of Climate Change and Migration: A Case of Dhye Peoples from Upper Mustang, Nepal
Pragya Sherchan |
| Chapter 8 |
Integrated Management of Land, Water and Bioresources for Sustainable Agriculture in North Eastern Region of India
Sanjay-Swami |
| Chapter 9 |
Integrated River Basin Management: Lessons Learned from the Nepal Himalaya
Prakash Singh Thapa,
Sunita Ranabhat,
Kishor Aryal,
Bindu Ghimire,
Kabi Raj Khatiwada |
| Chapter 10 |
Agrobiodiversity Indicators and Measurement using R
Bal Krishna Joshi |
| Chapter 11 |
Agrobiodiversity and Natural Resource Management in Traditional Agricultural Systems of Northeast India
Wishfully Mylliemngap |
| Chapter 12 |
Ecosystem Services to Support the Diversification of Agricultural Production
Alla Pecheniuk,
Valentyna Borkovska,
Andrii Pecheniuk,
Iryna Mushenyk |
| Chapter 13 |
Indigenous Seeds, Seed Selection and Seed Bank for Sustainable Agriculture
Bal Krishna Joshi |
| Chapter 14 |
Enhancing Farmers’ Seed Systems through Empowerment of Women: A Case Study from mountain areas of SW China
Yanyan Zhang,
Xin Song,
Yiching Song,
Milin Tian |
| Chapter 15 |
Issues of Declining Livestock Breeds: Revisiting Domestic Animal Diversity in Pastoral Systems
Saverio Krätli |
| Chapter 16 |
Study on the Diversity of Products Obtained from Sheep in the Current Bioeconomy Context
Lavinia Udrea,
Gabriela Teodorescu,
Sînziana Venera Morărita,
Ivona David |
| Chapter 17 |
Camel Systems and Pastoralists’ Lifestyle in Semi-Deserts and Mountains: Constraints and Challenges
Ayman Balla Mustafa,
Asim Faraz |
| Chapter 18 |
Trends and Patterns of Scientific Publishing during 1990-2020 on Conservation Genetics in Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest
Marcos Vinicius Bohrer Monteiro Siqueira,
Gustavo Reis de Brito,
Marcela Aparecida de Moraes Silvestre |
| Chapter 19 |
Mountain Identity and Development Aspirations
Elena Konstantinidou,
Konstantinos Moraitis |
| Chapter 20 |
Psychological Discourse in Building the Environmental Consciousness in Special Context of Carpathian Mountains
Olena Khrushch,
Yuliya Karpiuk |
| Chapter 21 |
Collective Ecological Consciousness from the Prism of Psychological Indicators
Olena Khrushch,
Oksana Fedyk,
Yuliya Karpiuk |
| Chapter 22 |
United Nations Mountain Agenda, the Mountain Partnership and Related Regional Mechanisms
Rosalaura Romeo |
| Chapter 23 |
Postmodern Transformations of Tourism Development in Mountains
Alla Pecheniuk,
Alla Kiziun |
| Annexure |
List of Reviewers |
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Language:
English
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Publisher:
The Grassroots Institute
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Copyright Year:
2023
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Audience:
Natural Resources Scientists,
Social Scientists,
Policy Analysts,
etc.
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Keywords:
Mountains;
Mountain Ecosystems;
Natural Resources;
NRM;
Mountain Agrobiodiversity;
Mountain Forests;
Mountain Watershed;
River Basin Management;
Ecotourism;
Mountain Biodiversity;
Mountain Landscape;
Climate Change;
Animal Genetic Diversity;
Mountain Identity;
Environmental Psychology;
Mountain Policies
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