Climate Himalaya Initiative

[KANNA KUMAR SIRIPURAPU]

The Climate Himalaya is a voluntary initiative of a Coalition of people and organizations. The initiative advocates for an obligatory reform in the present environment governance system in the Himalayan Mountains. The purpose of this initiative initially is, to develop a scientific 'Knowledge Resource Hub' on various environment and climate change issues in the Himalayan Mountains. It also intends to develop a strong and vibrant network of people and organizations in the Himalayan region, to learn and share their experiences and expertise to advocate for Sustainable Mountain Development.

The initiative is under preparatory phase, which is set to be launched on 5 June, on the occasion of World Environment Day 2010.

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http://www.mountainenvironment.org/