The first annual report will be released in October 1996. Mr. Chaibva's presentation focussed on practical strategies for solving environmental problems in African cities. These case studies will be incorporated into discussions during the workshop. Use Planning July 24 - 26. The conference focused on issues related to ecological management, land valuation, and industrial and agricultural ecology.
Proceedings are available.
Nikolay Ostrovsky, Committee of Nature Protection, Kirovo-Chepetsk, Mira Str. It will provide the final phase in an international review of Local Agenda 21 with the outcomes presented to a special session of the UN General Assembly in late June 1997. The Commission, led by a seven-member steering committee, will provide a forum to exchange ideas about a variety of environmental issues, including transportation, energy, air and water pollution, solid waste, earthquakes and volcanoes, genetic diversity, and carrying capacity. Through monthly meetings and two Environmental Summits each year, the Commission will provide an opportunity for citizens to influence Olympia's environmental agenda. The Commission will also present the State of the City Indicator Report each Earth Day.