A free two-day conference organised by the Energy Studies Institute (ESI) of Singapore.

Abstract:

The melting of the Arctic ice cap is presenting a number of environmental, economic, geopolitical and energy-related challenges and opportunities both for its littoral states as well as the broader international community. First, the possibility of substantially rising sea levels stemming from the Arctic region’s warming is of great concern at the regional and the global levels. Second, if the ice continues to recede, the Arctic region’s immense resource potential (energy and otherwise), as well as the likely feasibility of new seasonal inter-continental maritime routes for trade, will be of obvious significance for state players, especially those in Europe, Asia and the Americas engaged in international trade. These two broad clusters of concerns have already contributed to disputes at least between some of the concerned states. More importantly, they are likely to continue to fuel tensions and conflicts over a wide array of interests between and among states and/or regional groupings.

To better understand the legal, political, energy, military/security and environmental stakes for the Arctic’s littoral states as well as the non-littoral states, the ESI is bringing together a group of experts with different experiences pertaining to the Arctic region. They include experts from the Arctic littoral states (Canada, Denmark, Norway, Russia and USA), the Greater Arctic region (Sweden, Finland and Iceland) and the major states and a regional grouping with an interest and a capability to engage in the Arctic (Australia, Japan, South Korea and European Union). Both general and country-specific issues of significance to the Arctic region will be covered at the conference.

Date:    Monday & Tuesday, 9 to 10 January 2012 

Time:   9:00am to 5:00pm 

Venue: Traders Hotel
              Temasek Room
              1A Cuscaden Road
              Singapore 249716

National Maritime Foundation, New Delhi/India

Dr. Robin Warner
Associate Professor
Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security
University of Wollongong

Dr. Shawn Marshall
Principal Investigator,
Glacial Research
Cryosphere Climate Research Group, University of Calgary

Dr.Valur Ingimundarson
Professor of Contemporary History
Chair, Historical Institute and
EDDA - Center of Excellence
Faculty of History and Philosophy
School of Humanities
University of Iceland

Dr. Youngil Cho
Senior Researcher, Global & Future Research Division
Korea Maritime Institute

Dr Chen Gang
Research Fellow
East Asia Institute
National University of Singapore

Registration:

Please download program schedule at ESI website. Interested in attending? Please register your name, organisation and email address  here .  For enquiries, please contact Ms. Jan Lui at +65-65162000.

The first 'The Bukit Walk for a Sustainable Future' aims to raise awareness and generate funds for underprivileged children in Indonesia, women's literacy and vocational skills training and environmental restoration projects in South Bali.

22-25 September 2011

Organisers: ROLE Foundation in partnership with SoleMen Indonesia

Route (see below)

'The Bukit Walk for a Sustainable Future' invites local business, hotels and individuals living in the Bukit to get involved and support these causes. They can make cash donations, purchase tickets for a raffle prize draw, sponsor the event or make a personal pledge to help the planet and reduce their environmental impact.
 
Rotarian SoleMen UK's Robert Epstone and French Daniel Chieppa with his Balinese wife 'Lady Soles' Yatna, and Swiss SoleMan Beat Schmid de Gruneck will walk barefoot a circuit that will take them around the whole Bukit peninsular.
 
Together with ROLE Foundation, the organizers of 'The Bukit Walk for a Sustainable Future', they will meet with local business and hotels along the route to collect cash donations and pledges.Bukit Walk 2011 Route
 
They will also meet with Bali Life Foundation an orphanage in the Bukit and Eco Surf Rescue Uluwatu a non-profit waste management project installing trash collection and sewerage.
 
During the walk ROLE Foundation hopes to attract new students. ROLE is inviting unskilled women from the Bukit area to sign-up to its free education program with courses in literacy and vocational skills training.

THE WALKING ROUTE
The walk starts from ROLE's Town Leaning Center in Jalan Siligita Nusa Dua on Thursday 22 September.
It will pass through Ungasan, Pecatu, Uluwatu, Padang Padang, Dreamland and Jimbaran, and the final leg passing through Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua to Sawangan.

The walk ends at ROLE's Eco-Learning Park, Sawangan with a celebratory 'Children's Funday' event at the park on Sunday 25 September.

Parties interested in making cash donations, sponsorship or getting involved with this year's event can contact ROLE Foundation by email: info@rolefoundation.org or telephone: 0361 8078805 / 081 338 157924

This conference has been designed to showcase some of the best and successful practices and experiences from world class cities, as well as to inform participants of the efforts made within our own nation. 
It will be a constructive platform to enlighten, educate and increase our knowledge of city stakeholders, industry players, government agencies and the general public on the key challenges to transform our cities into sustainable human settlements that meets the needs of the present and enhancing that of the future.  It will be a strategic platform for networking amongst professionals, city managers and citizen groups to exchange ideas, experiences and challenges.

Event: 3rd International Conference on World Class Sustainable Cities 2011 or WCSC 2011

Date: 20 September 2011

Venue: Sime Darby Convention Center

City: Kuala Lumpur

Country: West Malaysia

http://www.rehda.com/events/wcsc2011/index.html

Email:

stg@rehda.com
sheena@rehda.com

Country: Timor-Leste

Event: Tour de Timor 2011

Dates: 11-16 September 2011

Official Website: http://www.tourdetimor.com/

Country: Timor-Leste

Venue: Com Beach 4 hours East of Dili, capital city of Timor-Leste

Dates: 4-10 November 2011

Official Website: http://www.comfishingfestival.com/February 2012

Register: http://www.comfishingfestival.com/registration.html

Registration Email: athletes@tourdetimor.com

Enquiry Email: Sean Borrell using borrellsean AT hotmail DOT com

A Langkawi Birding 2010 winning photo.When: 25-27 November 2011

Where: Langkawi Island, Kedah State of West Malaysia

Official Website: http://birdfest.junglewalla.com/

Festival Activities
Birdrace
Bird Photography Competition
Photography Workshops
Nature Talks
Children Nature Activities
Nature Walks & Tours
Exhibition and Trade Fair

Contact:

Mr Irshad Mobarak – +6012 5846184

Ku Ismadi Ku Ishak – +6013 2092704

Natural History Tours SDN BHD

No 88- Jalan Telok Datai

07000 Langkawi Kedah Darulaman

Fax: +6049594772

junglewalla@gmail.com

http://birdfestival.com/wordpress

The theme: Keeping Langkawi Clean & Green

The artistes that will dazzle you with earth messages and tunes as the sun goes down are:

Valtinho Anastoacio - percussionist & vocalist (Brazil)

Isaac Entry - singer/songwriter

Tengku Ryo - violinist (Indonesia)

Michael Veerapen - pianist

Junji Delfino - vocalist (the Philippines)

The Solianos - Big band/vocal harmony group

Take a look at the One Earth Music Festival programme.

Get there early for these activities:

- Frangipani Walk
- Organic farm booth
- Natural soap making

Be there!

Buffet dinner + show ticket are on sale at only RM 110.

But why not stay a night or two and pamper yourself?

A two night/three day stay at Frangipani Resort & Spa with buffet dinner & show ticket (for 2 shows) starts from RM 912.

See full pricing of One Earth Music Festival here.

Concert venue next to sunset boat bar at Frangipani Langkawi beachfront. Be there to lend your support to earth conservation.

Email your questions or reservations to salesrsvn@frangipanilangkawi.com

CEX is a joint arts and culture initiative between Malaysia and Singapore. First launched in 2010 at The Arts House in Singapore, the festival serves as the premier exchange platform between arts and artists of both countries, as it aims to foster closer relationship and understanding between the peoples of both countries.

Come check out the lighter side of our neighbour!

Venue: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC)

Date: 4- 7 August 2011

http://www.causeway-exchange.com

The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (Map to KLPAC )
Sentul Park
Jalan Strachan (off Jalan Ipoh)
51100 Kuala Lumpur. 

General Line
Tel + 603 4047 9010 

Box Office
Tel +603 4047 9000

At Sustainable Cities 2011, leading industry players and experts will examine key issues affecting property development and the green business as Asia races to accommodate the expected urban population boom.

Be among the first to hear findings from the International Eco-Cities Initiative’s “Eco-Cities 2011 Global Survey” and interact directly with representatives from award-winning cities and urban planners, who will share their green best practices and solutions for new projects and existing cities.

Play your part in building liveable cities of the future through green design and good governance. Don’t miss this opportunity to join national planning authorities, urban master planners, sustainability experts, property developers, investors and financiers at the 3rd Annual Sustainable Cities!

Dates: 27 – 30 September 2011

Venue: Pan Pacific Hotel, SINGAPORE

Website: http://www.sustainablecitiesasia.com/

Special Offer for Gaia Discovery Subscribers:

Quote the VIP Code: P10445GD10 to enjoy a 10% discount off the published rates.

Contact Name: Eileen David

Contact Email: Eileen.david@ibcasia.com.sg

Tel: +65 – 6508 2458 / +65 – 6508 2400; Fax: +65 – 6508 2408

Organiser Name: IBC Asia (S) Pte Ltd

Organiser URL: www.ibc-asia.com  Email: register@ibcasia.com.sg



Just a Dream- The Green Play
The hottest play about keeping the Earth cool!

This original eco play uses puppets, magical stage effects, and lush scound scapes to create a theatrical version of Chris Van Allsburg's beautiful illustrations. All production materials (costumes, sets and props) will be made of Earth-Friendly and Recycled items. 

Exclusively for Hub Club Members
Date: 6 August 2011, Saturday
Time: 11am
Venue: DBS Arts Centre- Home of SRT
Participants: Recommended for 4 years old and above

To find out more and participate in this event, simply submit your entry before 27 July 2011, 12.00 pm.  

For more information, please visit: http://www.starhub.com/dam/edm/rewards/2011/hubclub/quarterlyevents/thegreenplay/index_invite.html