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1. Resource-efficient land use - towards a global sustainable land use standard (GLOBALANDS)
Fritsche, Uwe; Eppler, Ulrike; Iriarte, Leire; Laaks, Sabine; Wunder, Stepanie; Kaphengst, Timo; Wolff, Franziska; Heyen, Dirk Arne; Lutzenberger, Alexa;2015
Type: Forschungsbericht;
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2. Energy transition and behavioural change in rural areas : the role of energy cooperatives
abstractThe overall aim of this study is to investigate energy transition processes in rural areas by paying particular attention to the role of energy cooperatives in these processes. The study should mainly uncover, if and under which conditions energy cooperatives provide favourable structures for initialising transition processes in rural areas and involving relevant stakeholders. A particular focus will be on the question of agency in energy transition processes and the internal drivers and motivations of the people to become involved in energy cooperatives. The theoretical background of the study is the transition theory and transition management (TM) concept, which we complement by drawing on Practice Theory and social learning in order to explain behavioural changes. The study mainly builds on an empirical case study in the Rhön-Grabfeld district in Northern Bavaria (Germany). Several energy cooperatives were formed there recently through the support and promotion a small rural consultancy. In addition, the results from the case study will be complemented by and compared with other case studies from Denmark and Spain taken from the literature. One of the main research question will be, to what extent energy cooperatives can be considered a good practice example for participatory involvement in transition processes and to what extent does this have an influence on the inner drivers/motivations of actors in this transition, possibly leading to behavioural changes.
Kaphengst, Timo; Velten, Eike Karola;2014
Type: Arbeitspapier; Working Paper; Graue Literatur; Non-commercial literature;
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3. A non-land policy for global sustainable land use? : land use politics
Kaphengst, Timo; Wolff, Franziska; Wunder, Stephanie;2015
Type: Aufsatz in Zeitschrift; Article in journal;
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4. Energy transition and behavioural change in rural areas - The role of energy cooperatives
Kaphengst, Timo; Velten, Eike Karola;2014
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5. The impact of biotechnology on developing countries
abstractModified (GM) crops are increasingly grown in developing countries and can lead to socioeconomic benefits and costs depending on where and how they are adopted. After examining conventional assessments of farm-level indicators such as: yield increase, pesticide costs, farmers' incomes from GM crops, the paper goes on to argue that a variety of structural issues at the national and international level have to be considered in order to obtain a comprehensive picture on the potential which GM crops have to enhance food security in developing countries. Hence, the paper further explores the relationship between GM crops and biodiversity against the backdrop of agro-ecology as a potentially beneficial concept for smallholders in developing countries.
Kaphengst, Timo; Smith, Lucy;2013
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6. New options for strengthening standards on social and environmental responsibilities of corporations and their implementation
abstractThe negative external effects of profit orientated businesses on the environment and society are most visible and destructive in developing countries, where compensation measures for adversely affected groups rarely exist and where high corruption rates often impede meaningful enforcement of existing legislation. But what role can Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) play in developing countries? How can CSR be generally strengthened by EU policies to contribute to the achievement of sustainability goals in a meaningful manner? This study is an attempt to get a solid overview of the current situation of CSR at the international level. Strengths and weaknesses of the implementation of CSR are analysed both in general terms and more specifically in a case study on the mining sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The study ends with a suggestion for future policy action to enhance CSR as a complementing tool to legislation for a range of economic, social and environmental challenges. Different actions are outlined and discussed.
Kaphengst, Timo; Smith, Lucy; Hohnen, Paul; Hütz-Adams, Friedel; Schneeweiss, Antje;2013
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7. Impact of EU bioenergy policy on developing countries
abstractAgainst the background of the renewable energy targets of the European Union, the EUs interest in biomass has considerably increased in recent years, not only for energy crops grown on arable land but also for woody biomass. This brief analyses some of the main impact dimensions with regard to land access, energy and food security and environmental impacts in developing countries. The developing countries most likely to export woody biomass to feed Europe's demand are west and central African countries as well as Latin American countries. While clear links between the increasing EU demand for wood for energy generation and impacts in developing countries, both negative and positive, need to be drawn on a project level, the additional demand for biomass worldwide will have macro effects. The rising demand for woody biomass energy is likely to raise the global price for wood, thus adding pressure on forests and other ecosystems and driving land use conflicts. More specific risks include deforestation when natural forests are replaced by monoculture plantations and long term impacts on local food and energy security. This brief concludes with potential approaches to tackle these impacts including biomass sustainability criteria, increased efforts towards resource efficiency and support for developing countries to build up good governance mechanisms.
Wunder, Stéphanie; Kaphengst, Timo; Timeus, Krista; Berzins, Kristine;2012
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8. Science-policy interface and the role of impact assessments in the case of biofuels
Hirschl, Bernd; Kaphengst, Timo; Neumann, Anna; Umpfenbach, Katharina;2012
Type: Aufsatz im Buch; Book section;
9. A Meta Analysis on Farm-Level Costs and Benefits of GM Crops
Finger, Robert; Benni, Nadja El; Kaphengst, Timo; Evans, Clive; Herbert, Sophie; Lehmann, Bernard; Morse, Stephen; Stupak, Nataliya;2011
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10. An assessment of the effects on land ownership and land grab on development with a particular focus on small holdings and rural areas
abstractLand ownership and related issues have a distinct and profound impact on poverty reduction and wealth creation in developing countries. The brief first examines different systems of land tenure in the developing world, paying attention to how differences in access to land affect development. The authors discuss the assumption that land ownership increases productivity through access to credit and greater on-land investment. The brief then provides an overview of two political and economic processes that involve a largescale redistribution of land: land reform and the so-called land-grabbing movement. The study also includes an overview of international governance mechanisms and EU processes currently addressing these land issues. Regarding land reform, we conclude that although it differs widely across countries, it will only be successful when complemented with policies to help small-scale farmers effectively use the land. Similarly, we conclude that land grabbing can only be a win-win situation for both investors and recipient countries if adequate regulations are in place. Finally, the brief provides a series of recommendations for European policy-makers addressing the issue. Our recommendations include strengthening existing EU policy initiatives on land reform and land acquisitions in developing countries, increasing foreign aid dedicated to agricultural development and strengthening the sustainability requirements of imported biofuels.
Gerstter, Christiane; Kaphengst, Timo; Knoblauch, Doris; Timeus, Krista;2011
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