It is the lecture notes deliberated in the class. Presentation about "Integrating conservation science and policy: ICDPs" (Unit 5 Lecture 4)
About the content of the presentation:
- Integrated Conservation & Development
- "ICDPs" in Bhutan
- PA Programs Link to Dev. Goals
- Important background & considerations about ICDPs in Bhutan
- Criteria for selection and implementation of ICDP (Considering it as a National Program)
- Mode of Implementation
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Incentives and Disincentives
- How to ensure sustainability of ICDPs?
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Integrated Conservation & Development
- ICDPs in Bhutan
- Important background & considerations about ICDPs in Bhutan
- Criteria for selection and implementation of ICDP
- location
- Ecological
- Integration with local governance plan (GYT)
- Social and economical
- Sustainability
- MODE OF IMPLEMENTATION
- Cost sharing (Economic contribution)
- By individual households
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This lecture explores the integration of conservation science and policy through Integrated Conservation and Development Projects (ICDPs) in Bhutan. It delves into the concept of ICDPs as development projects with the dual aim of biodiversity conservation and rural development, examining their application within the context of Bhutanese conservation initiatives.
- The Importance of ICDPs in Bhutan
- Thematic Focus Areas and Conservation Objectives
- Criteria for Selecting and Implementing ICDPs
- Sustainable Development and Livelihoods
- Modes of Implementation and Cost Sharing
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- The lecture starts by defining ICDPs and explaining their significance in Bhutan. It highlights the multiple names used for this approach, including "People-Centered Conservation and Development," "Eco-development," "grassroots conservation," and community-based natural resource management (CBNRM).
- It discusses the integration of ICDPs with Bhutan's Gross National Happiness (GNH) pillars and outlines key considerations related to ICDPs in the country, emphasizing participatory approaches and the need for baseline data.
- The lecture then delves into the criteria for selecting and implementing ICDPs, focusing on factors like location, ecological conservation issues, integration with local governance plans, social and economic status of communities, and sustainability.
- It concludes by outlining different modes of implementation for ICDPs, particularly emphasizing the cost-sharing approach and its various components.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The lecture focuses on Integrated Conservation and Development Projects (ICDPs), examining their implementation in Bhutan within the context of conservation and development. Key terms include community-based natural resource management (CBNRM), Gross National Happiness (GNH), sustainable development, poverty alleviation, and cost-sharing approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are ICDPs in the context of Bhutan?
ICDPs stands for Integrated Conservation and Development Projects. In Bhutan, they aim to combine biodiversity conservation with rural development to benefit both nature and local communities.
How do ICDPs link to Gross National Happiness (GNH)?
ICDPs align with the pillars of GNH by promoting sustainable socio-economic development and environmental conservation while involving local governance.
What are the criteria for selecting an ICDP location?
Selection is based on ecological significance, location, integration with local governance plans (GYT), and the social and economic needs of the community.
What is the "cost-sharing" approach in these projects?
It is a mode of implementation where individual households contribute economically or through labor, ensuring community ownership and project sustainability.
What are other names for ICDPs?
They are also referred to as "People-Centered Conservation," "Eco-development," or "Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM)."
- Citation du texte
- Sonam Tobgay (Auteur), 2017, Development projects with the twin goal of biodiversity conservation and rural developments in Bhutan. Presentation about "Integrating conservation science and policy: ICDPs" (Unit 5 Lecture 4), Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/367921
