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GEO Year Book 2006: An Overview of Our Changing Environment
This publication describes major global environmental issues and policy decisions during 2006.
Date:
2006
Creator:
United Nations Environment Programme
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Land-based sources protocol to Cartagena Convention : message from the President of the United States transmitting protocol concerning pollution from land-based sources and activities ("the Protocol") to the Convention for the Protection and Development of the Marine Environment of the Wider Caribbean Region, with annexes, done at Oranjestad, Aruba, on October 6, 1999, and signed by the United States on that same date
This treaty sets out general legal obligations to protect the marine environment of the Gulf of Mexico, Straits of Florida, Caribbean Sea, and immediately adjacent areas of the Atlantic Ocean-collectively known as the Wider Caribbean Region.
Date:
2007
Creator:
United States. President (2001-2009 : Bush) & Rice, Condoleezza, 1954-
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Proposed Colombia Free Trade Agreement: Labor Issues
This report examines three labor issues and arguments related to the pending U.S.-Colombia free trade agreement (CFTA): violence against trade unionists; impunity (accountability for or punishment of the perpetrators); and worker rights protections for Colombians. This report addresses this issue at length, including the arguments for and against the agreement, as well as general U.S.-Colombia economic relations.
Date:
November 24, 2008
Creator:
Bolle, Mary Jane
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Latin America: Terrorism Issues
Since the September 2001 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington, U.S. attention to terrorism in Latin America has intensified, with an increase in bilateral and regional cooperation. This report discusses the issue in relation to the U.S. State Department's April 2009 Country Report on Terrorism; Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez's sympathies with terrorist groups and lack of cooperation on antiterrorism efforts; growing U.S. concern over activities of terrorist groups Hezbollah and Hamas in the tri-border area of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay; and various legislative initiatives related to Latin American terrorism issues being considered by the 111th Congress.
Date:
July 14, 2009
Creator:
Sullivan, Mark P.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Agriculture in Pending U.S. Free Trade Agreements with Colombia, Panama, and South Korea
The 111th Congress in coming months might take up free trade agreements (FTAs) signed by the Bush Administration with Colombia, Panama, and South Korea under trade promotion authority, or fast-track rules, designed to expedite congressional consideration of these agreements. Accordingly, agriculture as covered in each pending trade agreement is examined in this report in the order that Congress likely will take up these agreements, based upon statements made to date by Obama Administration officials and Members of Congress.
Date:
June 3, 2009
Creator:
Jurenas, Remy
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Andean Regional Initiative (ARI): FY2003 Supplemental and FY2004 Assistance for Colombia and Neighbors
None
Date:
January 31, 2004
Creator:
Storrs, K. Larry & Veillette, Connie
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Andean Regional Initiative (ARI): FY2002 Supplemental and FY2003 Assistance for Colombia and Neighbors
The report is about the FY2002 supplemental and FY2003 Assistance for Colombia and neighbors.
Date:
July 22, 2003
Creator:
Storrs, K. Larry & Serafino, Nina M.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Corregimiento de Altavista: Valorar Nuestro Pasado, Reconocer el Presente y Planear Nuestro Futuro
This report contains the history of Altavista and what the future might look like for the area. The Table of Contents begins on page 7. The report is split into chapters, each covering a town. Important holidays, myths/legends, geography, and local traditions are discussed.
Date:
April 2009
Creator:
Mauricio Pérez Flórez
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Conozcamos nuestro corregimiento Altavista
This journal/magazine describes the geography and history of Altavista. A section is dedicated to the farmers of Altavista, who are the pride of the town. Some land is dedicated to vegetable, sugarcane, and fruit crops. Other sections of land are dedicated to the exploitation of soil, in order to extract material for construction.
Date:
June 2004
Creator:
Colegio Cedepro
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Labour and the Environment: A Natural Synergy
This report presents examples of tools and practices that promote workers' health and safety as well as environmental protection, public health, and corporate responsibility. Issues include climate change, hazardous materials,
Date:
2007
Creator:
Smith, John; Albracht, Gerd; Alves Da Silva, Nilvo Luis; Coninck, Sophie de; Fedetow, Igor; French, Hilary et al.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Proposed Colombia Free Trade Agreement: Labor Issues
This report examines three labor issues and arguments related to the pending U.S.-Colombia free trade agreement (CFTA): violence against trade unionists; impunity (accountability for or punishment of the perpetrators); and worker rights protections for Colombians. This report addresses this issue at length, including the arguments for and against the agreement, as well as general U.S.-Colombia economic relations.
Date:
November 24, 2008
Creator:
Bolle, Mary Jane
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Afro-Latinos in Latin America and Considerations for U.S. Policy
This report reviews and analyzes the situation, concerns, and activities of Afro-descendants in the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking nations of Latin America. It then discusses current U.S. foreign aid programs, as well as multilateral initiatives, that have directly or indirectly assisted Afro-Latinos. The report concludes with a discussion of potential policy options that have been proposed should the United States elect to provide further support for Afro-Latinos.
Date:
July 7, 2008
Creator:
Seelke, Claire Ribando
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Women and the Environment
This publication focuses on the gender-related aspects of land, water, and biodiversity conservation and management.
Date:
2004
Creator:
United Nations Environment Programme
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Rediscovery of the Elements: The Platinum Metals
Article describing the history of the platinum metals, from its discovery in the New World and subsequent experiments in Europe. Tourist information is provided regarding areas pertinent to the history of platinum.
Date:
Spring 2009
Creator:
Marshall, James L., 1940- & Marshall, Virginia R.
Object Type:
Article
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Colombia: Issues for Congress
This report provides an overview of recent political developments in Colombia, including the administration of President Uribe (2002-2010), continuing into the election of President Juan Manuel Santos. It discusses the political issues including Colombia's longstanding conflict with internal armed groups and ongoing challenges such as human rights, demobilization and displacement, drug trends, and Colombia's regional relations.
Date:
September 12, 2008
Creator:
Cook, Colleen W. & Ribando Seelke, Clare
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Global Carbon Finance: A quantitative modelling framework to explore scenarios of the Global Deal on Climate Change
According to the abstract, the purpose of this paper is to provide a quantitative research methodology for analyzing the costs of dealing with climate change.
Date:
April 2009
Creator:
Great Britain. Office of Climate Change
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Capability and cost assessment of the major forest nations to measure and monitor their forest carbon
According to the Executive Summary, the aims and objective of this report are to provide an assessment of national capacity and capability in 25 tropical countries for measuring and monitoring forest as a requirement for reporting on REDD under IPCC guidelines. This paper was commissioned by the United Kingdom Office of Climate Change as background work to its report 'Climate Change: Financing Global Forests' (the Eliasch Review).
Date:
April 7, 2008
Creator:
Harcastle, P. D.; Baird, David & Harden, Virginia
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Andean Regional Initiative (ARI): FY2003 Supplemental and FY2004 Assistance for Colombia and Neighbors
The report is about the FY2003 supplemental and FY2004 Assistance for Colombia and neighbors.
Date:
July 25, 2003
Creator:
Storrs, K. Larry & Veillette, Connie
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Colombia: Issues for Congress
This report provides an overview of recent political developments in Colombia, including the administration of President Uribe (2002-2010), continuing into the election of President Juan Manuel Santos. It discusses the political issues including Colombia's longstanding conflict with internal armed groups and ongoing challenges such as human rights, demobilization and displacement, drug trends, and Colombia's regional relations.
Date:
November 13, 2009
Creator:
Beittel, June S.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
ATPA Renewal: Background and Issues
This report outlines the various aspects of the Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA), including significant dates and modifications. The ATPA extends special duty treatment to certain U.S. imports from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru that meet domestic content and other requirements. The purpose of ATPA is to promote economic growth in the Andean region and to encourage a shift away from dependence on illegal drugs by supporting legitimate economic activities.
Date:
August 7, 2009
Creator:
Villarreal, M. A.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Colombia: Issues for Congress
This report provides an overview of recent political developments in Colombia, including the administration of President Uribe (2002-2010), continuing into the election of President Juan Manuel Santos. It discusses the political issues including Colombia's longstanding conflict with internal armed groups and ongoing challenges such as human rights, demobilization and displacement, drug trends, and Colombia's regional relations.
Date:
August 7, 2009
Creator:
Beittel, June S. & Ribando Seelke, Clare
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Latin America: Terrorism Issues
Over the years, the United States has been concerned about threats to Latin American and Caribbean nations from various terrorist or insurgent groups that have attempted to influence or overthrow elected governments. This report discusses these concerns and briefly takes a look at the United States' increased cooperation with the region in the wake of the 9/11 attacks.
Date:
March 11, 2009
Creator:
Sullivan, Mark P.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Tunza: The UNEP Magazine for Youth, Volume 1, Number 3, 2004
Tunza is a UNEP magazine for and by young people. This issue is devoted to food issues related to the environment.
Date:
2004
Creator:
Lean, Geoffrey
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Altavista Somos, Año 4, Número 18, Mayo 2009
Monthly newspaper containing articles and information of interest to the residents of Altavista, a subdivision of the rural areas of Medellín.
Date:
May 2009
Creator:
Pineda, Ramón
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The UNT Digital Library