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-NEX: The Moveable NEXUS: Design-led urban food, water and energy management innovation in new boundary conditions of change

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Working directly with living labs in some of the most vulnerable communities in the partner cities, the team aims to co-design new food futures with stakeholders that leave them less vulnerable to forces disturbing the nexus

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Urban, Water

4-H Livestock

Publication, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Community, Environmental Footprint, Extension, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The 4-H Animal Science Program offers Tennessee youth valuable educational opportunities through raising, exhibiting, and judging livestock and horses. 4-H Animal Science participants are challenged with real-life issues as they learn responsibility through raising, showing and judging horses and livestock. Species included in the 4-H Livestock and Horse programs include: beef, dairy, goat, horse, poultry, sheep, and swine.

Topics: Agriculture, Community, Environmental Footprint, Extension

4-H Youth Development

Publication, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Community, Crop Production, Environment, Extension, University, Urban Agriculture, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

A developmental program of the University of Tennessee and Tennessee State University. Youth participate in 4-H through clubs, special interest groups, after-school programs, camps, and other methods.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Community, Crop Production, Environment, Extension, University, Urban Agriculture

A ‘nexus’ approach to soil and land management

Publication, 2013, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This article encourages a nexus approach involving soil and land management to improve the ecosystems and their diversity and combat the threat of climate change. It goes on to explain that without this nexus, soils experience degradation which also negatively affects the biodiversity that then threatens our food sources and resources, therefore requiring the need for a nexus involving the soil and land managment sectors.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

A ‘nexus’ approach to soil and land management

Publication, 2013, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

A combined cognitive and spatial model to map and understand climate-induced migration

Publication, 2023, English, , Science and Technology, Central America, Food Security, Governance, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Central America
Language: English
Year: 2023

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

Climate change has affects on human migration because of the influence it has on food sources, water availability, and more. Because of this, the article presents a study done in Honduras on human migration and factors that affect it; specifically climate change and presents policy modifications to help alleviate climate change induced migration.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food Security, Governance

A nexus approach for the MENA region: From concept to knowledge to action

Publication, 2019, English, , Firms and Private Sector, Africa, Energy, Food, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Firms and Private Sector
Description:

Describes the challenges of developing the water-energy-food nexus in the Arab region because of water limitations related to agricultural endowments. This article follows the financial challenges of the nexus and how to overcome the policies that are inhibiting its development.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

A review of water-forest-energy-food security nexus data and assessment of studies in East Africa

Publication, 2021, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Agriculture, Energy, Food Security, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article studies data taken to analyze the trend of the forest-water-food-energy security in East Africa and its relevance to conservation. These studies were done on behalf of the impending threats of scarce environmental resources, competition, energy, a growing population, and climate change to natural ecosystems.

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food Security, Water

A water resources model to explore the implications of energy alternatives in the southwestern U.S.

Publication, 2013, English, , Science and Technology, United States, Adaptation, Agriculture, Energy, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

The article describes a water resource planning model that has been implicated to assess the water resource availability in the Southwestern U.S. and how this availability is changing due to climate change. The article explains how continuous drought due to climate change will decrease the availability of water in the southwestern U.S. that is utilized by various sectors such as agriculture, municipal indoor use, and per capita consumption. Because of this, the article stresses the need to find other energy generation practices that will not contribute to the depletion of these water resources are experiencing.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Energy, Water

A water system model for exploring electric energy alternatives in southeastern U.S. basins

Publication, 2013, English, , Science and Technology, United States, Adaptation, Energy, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

This article addresses the impact of thermal pollution from energy generation in the Southeastern United States and the alternatives of using water systems to generate electric energy instead. The article develops a model to represent the various water users in the southeast and the development of climate-driven water systems for their sectors.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Energy, Water

Addressing the Land Degradation-Migration Nexus: The Role of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification

Publication, 2019, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Contamination, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This report is concerned with the nexus between water (contributing to drought) with migration and how this affects agriculture (food) and societies of people. The UNCCD is concerned with limiting migration and doing so through sustainable land use.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Contamination, Water

Advancing a Nexus Approach to the Sustainable Management of Water, Soil, and Waste

Publication, 2015, English, , Agriculture, International, Waste, Water, Water Treatment, Books and Chapters

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This report focuses on ensuring environmental resources are maintained and enhanced in a sustainable way to support growth. Encourages the transition towards a green economy in accordance with increasing climate change because of its current effects on our current water and soil health.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Waste, Water, Water Treatment

Advancing Knowledge of the Water-Energy Nexus in the GCC Countries

Publication, 2022, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Addresses the water-energy nexus of the Gulf region and explains the risks and opportunities of water in this area. Follows how the water-energy nexus is having to find better management strategies as climate change increases and the population grows.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Water

Advancing the 2030 Agenda in African cities through knowledge co-production: Urban experiments led by early-career African scientists

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Reports on how Africa is forced to find ways of sustainable urban development with having the fastest urbanization rates in the world. Delves into how Africa is working towards sustainable devlopment in an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient manner.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Urban, Water

Advancing the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Social Networks and Instituational Interplay in the Blue Nile

Publication, 2014, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Agriculture, Circular Economy, Energy, Food Security, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2014

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Explains the nexus role in the rapid development Ethiopia is experiencing that is causing it to be very reliant on the natural resources such as water and land. Describes the want to use the nexus to align policies for sustainable development with the interconnected challenges with water, food, and energy.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Circular Economy, Energy, Food Security

Agri-Business Economics and Entrepreneurship

, , English, , , United States, Agriculture, Bioeconomy, Climate Change, Extension, Private Sector, Extension Work

Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

Value-added farm enterprises refer to activities where farmers process, package, or market their crops, livestock, or other farm resources to earn a larger portion of consumer expenditures. This can include activities such as agritoruisn and direct marketing. Value can be added by changing the physical state of a product. Business development programs at the local level focus on providing education and training to help farmers successfully operate businesses that create jobs and benefit communities.

Topics: Agriculture, Bioeconomy, Climate Change, Extension, Private Sector

Agricultural and Resource Economics

, , English, , , United States, Agriculture, Community, Environment, Extension, Industry, Sustainability, University, Extension Work

Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

Researchers are discovering new solutions for agriculture and natural resources through innovative, sound research. The extension specialists provide real life solutions through their work bringing research based information to Tennessee and beyond.

Topics: Agriculture, Community, Environment, Extension, Industry, Sustainability, University

Agrifood Chain Evaluation Methodology

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Food, Food Security,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course has four modules where the concepts of the agri-food chain, food losses and waste are disclosed. In the same way, the evaluation methodology is disclosed.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Food Security

American Society of Landscape Architects

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Environment, University,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Professional association for landscape architects in the United States, reprsenting more than 15,000 memebers. Landscape architects lead the planning, design, and stewardship of healthy, equitable, safe, and resiliant environments.

Topics: Environment, University

American Soicety of Agricultral and Biological Engineers

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Extension, Industry, University,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Professional society for Agricultural and Biological Engineers internationally. This is a specific University of Tennessee Chapter host several events such as: industry tours, professional devlopment speakers, networking activites, social outgoing, and service projects.

Topics: Agriculture, Extension, Industry, University

An assessment of strategies for sustainability priority challenges in Jordan using a water–energy–food Nexus

Publication, 2022, English, , Urban Development, Asia, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article gives an in-depth look into Jordan’s current position with integrating a food, water, energy nexus system. The challenges of water scarcity, agricultural productivity and water quality, and energy independence are discussed and explained how a difference in governance can improve these sectors and their impact on implementing a successful nexus approach.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water

An integrated assessment of water-energy and climate change in Sacramento, California: How strong is the nexus?

Publication, 2015, English, , Urban Development, United States, Agriculture, Energy, Industry, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article explains how basin-scale models have been implemented into various sectors such as residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural to determine the supply and demand of water. The author explains how Sacramento has used WEAP and LEAP to determine climate change’s increasing effects on society’s usage of water and energy and how the supply and demand are changing in accordance with climate change.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Industry, Water

Arid Lands Institute

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Adaptation, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To train designers and citizens to innovate in response to hydrologic variability brought on by climate change. ALI’s vision is a water-smart built environment in the US West serving as a model for drylands globally.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Assessing the implications of water harvesting intensification on upstream–downstream ecosystem services: A case study in the Lake Tana basin

Publication, 2016, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Agriculture, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2016

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article addresses the positive implications of water harvesting in the Laka Tana basin in Ethiopia and how it bridges climate variability while improving staple crop yields. Because of their improved productivity, water harvesting systems are encouraged; especially because of their help in improving water quality and sustainably reducing sediment yield.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

Assessing the Level of Inter-Sectoral Policy Integration for Governance in the Water–Energy Nexus: A Comparative Study of Los Angeles and Beijing

Publication, 2020, English, , Agriculture, United States, Energy, Food, Urban, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This article serves to compare Los Angeles, California and Beijing, China based upon their governments and whether the difference in governance styles and investment into the environmental sector has an impact on policy coherence between the water and energy sectors. The article is successful in finding correlation between providing a common goal regarding the efficiency between sectors and an increase of WEN governance.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Urban, Water

At the Forefront of the Resource Nexus

Publication, 2019, English, , Agriculture, International, Circular Economy, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

United Nations University 2019 annual report on updates within the resource nexus and how it continues to follow the sdgs in its action. The report is filled with information that draws links to their related projects, research, and events that correspond with the nexus approach.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Urban, Water

Avian Influenza- Department of Animal Science

, , , , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Community, Contamination, Energy Consumption, Extension, Local, University, Extension Work

Geographical Focus: United States

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This extension program provides information about how to protect your birds from disease. Bird owners can understand the importance of biosecurity, and how to keep their birds healthy. Following basic tips and making them apart of a routine will decrease the risk of disease entering the flock and persisting in soil, droppings, and debris.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Community, Contamination, Energy Consumption, Extension, Local, University

Beyond the Matrix: Visual Methods for Qualitative Network Research

Publication, 2019, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Stakeholder, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article provides an administrative perspective on the water-energy-food nexus in terms of nexus data collection and research. The article presents three different methods of their collection and emphasizes the need for networks between various sectors to improve relationships and network structures.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Stakeholder, Water

Bicycle Advisory Committee

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Organization, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The mission of th Bicycle Advisory Committee is to increase cycling infrastructure and accessibility at UTK. This is done through work with the League of American Bucyclists, a national organization that works with Universities to promote and provide a more bikeable campus for students, staff, and faculty.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Organization, University

Bioeconomy: Potential and challenges for its use in Latin America and the Caribbean

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Urban Development, Latin America, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Governance,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course offers six modules, which consist of strengthening knowledge in the bioeconomy. To this end, it discloses the conceptual bases, the new frontier of knowledge and technology, and paths for taking advantage of the bieconomy. In the same way, the comparative advantages, opportunities and experiences of taking advantage of the bioeconomy in Latin America and the Caribbean are disclosed. Finally, the challenges and institutional responses to promote the bioeconomy in Latin America and the Caribbean are disclosed.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Governance

Bioeconomy: Potential and challenges for its use in Latin America and the Caribbean

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Urban Development, Latin America, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Governance,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Governance

Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science

, , English, , , International, Adaptation, Agriculture, Bioenergy, Biowaste, Carbon, Climate Change, Community, Extension, Fossil Fuels, Recycle, Renewable Energy, Solar Electricity, Sustainability, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

This department offers a diverse range of programs and projects focused on teaching, outreach, and research. BESS conducts research in areas such as sensors and soil testing, spray technology and water quality, precision agriculture, environmental modeling, and so much more.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Bioenergy, Biowaste, Carbon, Climate Change, Community, Extension, Fossil Fuels, Recycle, Renewable Energy, Solar Electricity, Sustainability, Water

Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science Graduate Students

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Organization, Stakeholder, University,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

To strengthen social and professional connections for graduate students in the Department of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science in welcoming and inclusive space. Includes devloping relationships among graduate students, disseminating information about university opportunities, and other activites as desired by the membership.

Topics: Agriculture, Organization, Stakeholder, University

Block and Bridle Club

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Industry, Stakeholder, University,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

To promote higher scholastic standard and a more complete understanding of Animal Science among student members. To promote agricultural development of a program of activites that students’ study of the animal sciences in colleges and unviersities.

Topics: Agriculture, Industry, Stakeholder, University

Building consensus on water use assessment of livestock production systems and supply chains: Outcome and recommendations from the FAO LEAP Partnership

Publication, 2021, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Food, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This article presents an international consensus on water usage; specifically in livestock production and how this affects water and land usage involved in food and agriculture. The article emphasizes the need to have standard measurements of sustainability across the livestock sector to ensure its sustainability in accordance with the food-energy-water nexus.

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Sustainability, Water

Building Thriving, Low-Carbon Cities: An Overview of Policy Options for National Governments

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, International, Environmental Footprint, Food, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Defines the need for urban development that achieves low-carbon development in urban areas. This is to achieve and ensure urban sustainability through government policies.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environmental Footprint, Food, Urban, Water

Center for Profitable Agriculture

, , English, , , United States, Agriculture, Bioeconomy, Community, Extension, Sustainability, University, Urban Agriculture, Extension Work

Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

The Center for Profitable Agriculture provides educational programming and technical assistance to Tennessee farmers interested in a value-added enterprise to improve farm income. Evaluating the costs of starting a new enterprise, navigating regulatory issues and identifying a potential market are some of the many challenges farmers may face when considering a value-added enterprise.

Topics: Agriculture, Bioeconomy, Community, Extension, Sustainability, University, Urban Agriculture

Charting a Sustainable Path for Renewable Energy Development

Publication, 2014, English, , Urban Development, Europe, Bioenergy, Energy, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2014

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Evaluates hydropower and bioenergy in the context of providing sustainable energy for increasing demand in Sweden, although it is applicable on an international scale as well. Describes the nexus between water and energy in the context of producing widescale hydropower and bioenergy.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Bioenergy, Energy, Food, Water

City Parks Alliance

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is an independent, nationwide membership organization that works with urban parks. The City Parks Alliance recognizes that city parks can be a powerful tool in urban communities and contributes to the sustainability of cities.

Topics: Sustainability, Urban

City-Scale CLEW Assessments

Organization, , English, , Industry, United States, Energy, Energy Consumption, Fossil Fuels, Industry, Mitigation,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Industry
Description:

Focused on city contribution to green house gas emissions/ climate change. Refrences Oskarshamn, Sweden and New York City’s CLEW (climate, land, energy, and water) systems and proposes technology developments as ways work towards more sustainable water and energy systems.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Fossil Fuels, Industry, Mitigation

CITYFOOD

, , English, , Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Food, Urban, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To develop strategies to further the popularity and application of quasi-closed loop integrated aqua-agriculture (IAAC) and resource friendly food production system in urban area. Will develop general concepts and urban planning strategies to implement improved IAAC systems at a much broader scale into cities.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Urban, Water

Climate and Development Knowledge Network

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Mitigation, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To enhance the quality of life for the poorest and most vulnerable to climate change. To support decision-makers in designing and delivering climate compatible development.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Mitigation, Urban, Water

Climate change and hydropower in the Southern African Power Pool and Zambezi River Basin: System-wide impacts and policy implications

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Climate Change, Energy, Environmental Footprint, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article focuses on the Zambezi River Basin and how hydropower here is expected to decrease significantly because of climate change drying out the water source. Because of this, some hydropower operations potentially have to resort to coal sources which could significantly impact greenhouse gas emissions; negatively impacting each sector of the food-energy-water nexus.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Climate Change, Energy, Environmental Footprint

Climate Change Impacts on the Water, Food, and Energy Sectors in Myanmar’s Sittaung River Basin

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, Southeast Asia, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Southeast Asia
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Assessment of the Sittaung river basin in Myanmar and how climate change is projected to impact the basin. Research to understand the impacts on rainfall, temperature, flows, domestic and agricultural demands, and hydropower generation.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water

Climate Resilient Urban Nexus Choices (CRUNCH)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To demonstrate how the Food-Water-Energy Nexus can strengthen urban resilience and resource efficiency in the participating cities. To create an interconnected knowledge platform with cross-sectorial indicators for a support tool and assessment framework (the Integrated Decision Support System – IDSS)

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Climate Service for Water-Energy-Land-Food Nexus

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Europe, Adaptation, Energy, Food, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The overall project goal is to enhance the existing portfolio of climate services with a conceptually and methodologically meaningful approach to the Water-Energy-Land-Food Nexus (WELFN), from which coherent policies could be derived

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Energy, Food, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water

Climate, land, energy and water (CLEW) interlinkages in Burkina Faso: An analysis of agricultural intensification and bioenergy production

Publication, 2012, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Adaptation, Agriculture, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2012

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Resource use is evaluated in Burkina Faso, Africa and used to express the importance of integration between food, energy, water, and climate sectors. The need for integration is stressed in terms of policy coherence and improvement for land-use, water, and energy. Additionally, the article is in favor of the application of more energy into the agricultural secctor and the environmental and food security benefits this will produce.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Water

Climate, Land, Energy, and Water Strategies (CLEWs)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Focuses on assessing interlinkages between resource systems in order to understand how these are related with each other, where pressure points exist, and how to minimize trade-offs while potentiating synergies Findings from the nexus assessment can potentially result in policy recommendations, depending on the project framework is implemented.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Closing the governance gaps in the water-energy-food nexus: Insights from integrative governance

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

A global outlook on the need to improve th governance involved in the food-energy-water nexus in order to close the governance gaps because of the problems this causes. The article suggests integrative environmental governance as a solution to close these gaps and also overcoming the barriers to achieve nexus policy coherence.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Co-exploring the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Facilitating Dialogue through Participatory Scenario Building

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Energy, Food, Governance, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article emphasizes that to achieve sustainable food systems, it is essential to use resources efficiently and optimize the FEW nexus. The article suggests that quantitative frameworks can assess the interconnectedness of FEW sectors and be used to inform policy decisions and increase the efficiency of the nexus.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Governance, Sustainability, Water

Collegiate 4-H and FFA

, , English, , , , University,

Language: English

Description:

Help assist with Tennessee 4-H and FFA programs and serve the community.

Topics: University

Columbia University Center for Sustainable Urban Development

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Sustainable Urban Development As part of the Columbia University Climate School, the organization focuses on sustainability, equity, and planning in urban environments. Specifically, they wish to build low-carbon, just, healthy, and livable cities.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, Urban

Commercial Horticulture

Publication, Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Community, Extension, Gardens, Land Use, Sustainability, University, Waste, Extension Work

Type of Resource: Publication, Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Encompasses the production and management of ornamental plants and turf-grass, as well as fruit and vegetables for profit. Extension programs in this area focus on challenges facing these segments of the industry in marketing, integrated pest management, sustainable cultural practices, environmental and human health risks, invasive species, regulations, and profitability.

Topics: Agriculture, Community, Extension, Gardens, Land Use, Sustainability, University, Waste

Committee on the Campus Enviroment

Organization, , English, , Science and Technology, United States, Environment, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

Advises administration on institutional policies and behaviors that promote environmental stewardship at UTK.

Topics: Environment, University

Complementarity in mid-point impacts for water use in life cycle assessment applied to cropland and cattle production in Southern Amazonia

Publication, 2019, English, , Agriculture, South America, Agriculture, Crop Production, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: South America
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The article evaluates the agricultural intensification studies performed in Southern Amazonia in order to evaluate cropland and cattle production and their water and land usages. The effects of these systems on the water cycle were reported and assessed to encourage better usage of fresh water.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Crop Production, Water

Compost Coalition

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Sustainability, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Compost Coalition is a student organization created with the gal of increasing compost education and resources at UT.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, University

Connecting water access with multidimensional poverty: the case of Tupiza River Basin in Bolivia

Publication, 2022, English, , Urban Development, South America, Adaptation, Energy, Food, Local, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: South America
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article is very closely related to the water-energy-food nexus as it evaluates how access to water affects different aspects of poverty such as economic, social, and environmental factors. It goes on to explain how this lack of water access negatively affects health, ability to earn a livelihood, and environmental degradation which then affect food and energy systems.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Energy, Food, Local, Water

Construction Science Club

Organization, , English, , Industry, , Agriculture, Environment,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Industry
Description:

Students can develop relationsips with national and state professional organizations, leading to visibility of the program and internship opportunities for al students in the program. the club can identify and complete appropriate related community service projects.

Topics: Agriculture, Environment

Conventional, clean energies and their technology

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, International, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Environmental Footprint, Private Sector, Renewable Energy,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

This course describes the ways in which energy is produced, transformed, used and stored. In the same way, challenges and benefits are disclosed. One of the main objectives of the course is to develop these skills of critical analysis before the selection of the energy resource.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Environmental Footprint, Private Sector, Renewable Energy

Cookbook for Open Hardware Sensors for Water Resources Management

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Sustainability, University, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course introduces the concept of Open Hardware and with this course the aim is for students to learn about hydrological monitoring in order to improve the management of water resources.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, University, Water

Creating Interfaces

Organization, , English, , Industry, International, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Industry
Description:

Address capacity building for the urban food-water-energy (FWE) -nexus, making the fwe-linkages understandable to the stakeholders (city government, science, business and citizens), and facilitating cooperation and knowledge exchange among them.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Cultivating a Nexus Approach

Publication, 2015, English, , Agriculture, International, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The development of a nexus approach and how it will be aligned with the sdgs and their purposes. Provides information on correspondance with the sdgs and also provides many of the projects they have been working on to correspond with the nexus. These projects have their own links and provide further insight into their research.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

DAFNE Project

, , English, , Urban Development, Africa, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water,

Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To establish a decision-analytic framework (DAF) for Participatory and Integrated Planning (PIP) in order to explore the WEF Nexus in complex transboundary water resource systems of fast developing countries

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water

Dairy Club at UT

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Dairy Club at UT

Organization, , English, , Industry, , Industry, Stakeholder, University,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Industry
Description:

An organization for students interested in working with dairy cattle and dairy industry.

Topics: Industry, Stakeholder, University

Data-driven quantification of the global water-energy-food system

Publication, 2018, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Presents a data-driven approach to establish and improve the interconnectedness of sectors within the food-energy-water nexus. Describes the many models and ways in which the nexus and associated resources are surveyed and studied to sustain the population effectively and encourage sustainable development.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Water

Eco-innovation diversity in a circular economy: towards circular innovation studies

Publication, 2021, English, , Urban Development, International, Circular Economy, Recycle, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article provides another perspective on the nexus and how it is relevant in a circular economy. The eco-innovation nexus relates recycling an recovery within environmental and industrial systems.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Recycle

Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Asia, Adaptation, Climate Change, Mitigation, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Serves as the United Nations’ regional hub promoting cooperation among countries to achieve inclusive and sustainable development. Seek to deliver on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which is reinforced and deepened by promoting regional cooperation and integration to advance responses to shared vulnerabilities, connectivity, financial cooperation and market integration

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Climate Change, Mitigation, Water

Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean

Organization, , Spanish, , Urban Development, Latin America, Adaptation, Agriculture, Food, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: Spanish

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The purpose of contributing to the economic and social development of Latin America, coordinating actions directed towards this end, and reinforcing economic ties among countries and with other nations of the world

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Food, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water

Efficient and sustainable management of energy in the food chain.

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Energy, Food,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course consists of three modules, which disclose the fundamentals of energy efficiency in agriculture, identification of opportunities and realization of opportunities for energy efficiency in agriculture. This course describes that energy is a fundamental factor for food safety and nutrition.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food

electric power transmission

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, North America, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Industry, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: North America
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

This course lasts seven weeks (4-5 hours per week) and its objective is to show how the Mexican electrical system works. It also seeks to generate knowledge to be applied when looking for the maximum efficiency of electrical energy.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Industry, Sustainability

Energy for water utilization in China and policy implications for integrated planning

Publication, 2015, English, , Government, China, Energy Usage, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: China
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Government
Description:

This article explains China’s movement toward an integrated system of water and energy planning and managment to achieve low-energy water utilization in years to come. The water problems in China stemming from rapid economic and industrial development are addressed and highlighted to reinforce the need for an integrated system.

Topics: Energy Usage, Water

Energy Saving Insurance (ES)

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Industry, Urban,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

This course is designed for suppliers or developers of energy projects. Since the barriers that are faced with energy investments are made known.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Industry, Urban

Energy saving Insurance (ES)

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

This course introduces ways to save energy more efficiently. The course lasts 7 weeks (4-5 hours per week)

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Sustainability

Energy sustainability and the smart grid

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

In this course you will learn about the fundamentals of energy, distinguish the basic characteristics that confirm a smart grid in its main stages, Likewise, the theoretical bases of smart grids will be applied from experimental calculations of conventional energy generation, wind and solar

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy

Engineers Without Borders at the University of Tennessee

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Extension, Renewable Energy, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Builds a better world through engineering projects that empoer communities to meet their basic human needs and equip leaders to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Extension, Renewable Energy, Sustainability

Enhancing capacities for mainstreaming gender, equality, and social inclusion (GESI) for sustainable transboundary water resource management

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Extension, Governance, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Its objective is to incorporate the concepts of gender, equality and social inclusion so that they can be taken into consideration when carrying out water management.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Extension, Governance, Sustainability, Water

Enhancing capacities for mainstreaming gender, equality, and social inclusion (GESI) for sustainable transboundary water resource management

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Extension, Governance, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Its objective is to incorporate the concepts of gender, equality and social inclusion so that they can be taken into consideration when carrying out water management.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Extension, Governance, Sustainability, Water

Enlarge

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Carbon, Energy, Environmental Footprint, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

ENabling LARGE-scale adaptive integration of technology hubs to enhance community resilience through decentralized urban FWE nexus decision support

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Carbon, Energy, Environmental Footprint, Food, Sustainability, Water

Entomology and Plant Pathology Graduate Student Association

, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Organization, University,

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Professional student organization that involves students above and at the undergraduate level in fields realted to Entomology and Plant Pathology. Interacting with the community, sustaining an open dialouge between students and faculty, engaging in local activites, promoting awareness of job opportunities and professional development opportunites, and sharing research ideas.

Topics: Agriculture, Organization, University

Environmental flows and water governance: managing sustainable water uses

Publication, 2013, English, , Urban Development, International, Environment, Governance, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article is a global assessment of environmental flows in terms of water in relation to urban sustainability. The article addresses governance and policy issues and advances that can be made to improve the concept and implementation of environmental flows. The article encourages more governance and research of environmental flows to improve water availability and urban sustainability.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Governance, Sustainability, Water

Environmental Law Organization

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Environment,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Seeks to connect its members to each other and broader environmental law community, inform them of the environemntal law and policy issues they are likely to encounter during their careers, and empower them to confront those issues thoughtfully and practically.

Topics: Environment

Equestrian Club at UT

Organization, , English, , , , ,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Description:

Competes in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association in Hunt Seat and Western disciplines. Offers divisions for riders at all levels, so riders have the chance to be competetive in the show areana no matter experience level.

EU Science HUB

Organization, , English, , , Europe, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Description:

The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the European Commission’s science and knowledge service which employs scientists to carry out research in order to provide independent scientific advice and support to EU policy.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Exploring the Environment-Conflict-Migration Nexus in Asia

Publication, 2022, English, , Urban Development, Asia, Urban, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Reports on the environmental-climate-migration nexus in countries throughout Asia. Follows through each presented country’s conflict, their environmental and climate risks, adaptation and risk reduction, and associated policy.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Urban

Exploring the Water-Energy Nexus in California via an Integrative Modeling Approach

Publication, 2021, English, , Agriculture, United States, Energy, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Demonstrates how California and other southwestern U.S. states have implemented a climate driven approach that models the relationship between water and energy systems. The article explains how researchers are using the WEAP tool with their climate-driven approach and how this utilizes many climate scenarios that help to inform the policymakers on which conservation practices to implement.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Water

Exploring the water-energy-food nexus in Rwanda’s Akagara Basin

Publication, 2018, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Report on the water-energy-food nexus project happening in Rwanda; specifically its impacts on natural resources. The report evaluates natural resource interlinkages, policy surrounding natural resources, natural resource management, and more.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water

FE2W Network

, , English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Environment, Food, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The FE2W Network works with decision-makers to improve the understanding of systemic risks and how to manage shocks across these systems

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Environment, Food, Water

Financial challenges of the nexus: pathways for investment in water, energy and agriculture in the Arab world

Publication, 2015, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Food and Agricultural Business Club

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Industry, Stakeholder,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Provide students with the ability to meet with professionals in the agricultural business world, and give students the skills to be successful at networking and job seeking in any indutry in which they are intersted

Topics: Agriculture, Industry, Stakeholder

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Food, Hunger, International,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This agency specializes in reducing world hunger and wishes to bring food security internationally. The FAO works in 130 countries around the world.

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Hunger, International

Food and Water Watch Organization

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Climate Change, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This is a non-profit organization that fights for safe food, clean water, and a livable climate for everyone. Overall, they complete research and are activists for climate, energy, food systems, and clean water.

Topics: Climate Change, Energy, Food, Water

Food Recovery Network

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Food, Organization, University, Waste,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The Food Recovery Network (FRN) is a national organization the unites students at colleges and univerisites to fight food waste and hunger by recovering surplus perishable food from their campuses and surrounding communties that would otherwise gp to waste and donating it to people in need. Events are known for include recovering from POD mrkets, football games, and other campus events.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Organization, University, Waste

Forest and Water Nexus – Introduction

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Environment, Landscape Ecology, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course is designed for policy makers, forest, water and land managers. In the same way, it is oriented for people who want to know more about the nexus of forest and water.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Landscape Ecology, Water

Free Master Course in Hydrology and Water Resources Management

Course, , Spanish, Interdisciplinary Degree, Water and Sanitation, International, Adaptation, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water, Water Treatment,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Interdisciplinary Degree
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

This master’s degree is aimed at professionals who wish to develop issues related to the management of water resources. An in-depth study of water and its characteristics, behavior and different exploitation techniques is carried out.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water, Water Treatment

Free to access e-learning course: “Energy Saving at Sea” launched

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course focuses on saving energy use at sea. It is a self-paced course designed for employees who work in the area of engines or boat decks.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage

From Isolation to Integration: Five Years of Advancing a Nexus Approach to Environmental Resource Management

Publication, 2018, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Explains the interconnectedness of resources and how the extraction of one can affect many environmental cycles and other resources. Encourages the planet to act as a whole to address pressing environmental issues that derive from environmental resource uses.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

From participatory process to robust decision-making: An Agriculture-water-energy nexus analysis for the Souss-Massa basin in Morocco

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Agriculture, Fossil Fuels, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Focuses on Morocco’s issue regarding increasing water scarcity and how this is integrated into their agriculture-water-energy nexus. With this, the article also explains how the Souss-Massa basin has implemented a stakeholder driven decision making framework that has been very beneficial. Also delves into their transition from fossil fuel groundwater pumping to solar pumping.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Fossil Fuels

FUSE: Food-water-energy for Urban Sustainable Environments

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Construct multi-agent urban-FWE system models to capture interactions among users, producers, distribution mechanisms, and resources. Under changes in climate, demographics, land use, and economics, develop and evaluate policy interventions to identify sustainability options

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Futuro Latinoamericano

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Latin America, Agriculture, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To promote constructive dialogue; strengthen citizen, political and institutional capacities; and integrate processes for sustainable development in Latin America.

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water

Global Utmaning (Challenge)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Independent think tank that works for sustainable development socially, economically and climatically. They highlight the global challenges in economics, climate, energy systems, water, health, urbanization, digitalisation, demography, migration and integrity.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Global Water Partnership

Organization, , English, , , International, Adaptation, Climate Change, Environment, Governance, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

To advance governance and management of water resources for sustainable and equitable development. Mobilises action on the global water crisis through a unique combination of social capital, shared values, credibility within the global water community, bottom-up orientation, and expertise

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Climate Change, Environment, Governance, Water

GLOCULL: Globally and LOCally-sustainable food-water-energy innovation in Urban Living Labs

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To develop an extended co-creative Urban Living Lab approach for locally and globally sustainable innovations in the FWE nexus. To support the implementation of this approach, through co-creation processes in 7 Urban Living Labs, in cities both in the Global South and the Global North

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Governance of the Nexus: From Buzz Words to a Strategic Action Perspective

Publication, 2014, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Stakeholder, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2014

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Assesses a global view of nexus challenges and how they can’t be separated from perceptions, views, etc of those involved in the nexus, and a global view on nexus governance between those involved in the nexus. The report also addresses the impending need to address nexus challenges and then the think piece focuses on the FEW nexus challenges in Ethiopia through an empirical study done in Ethiopia.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Stakeholder, Water

Governing sustainability in secondary cities of the Global South

Publication, 2020, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Expresses how previously marginalzied people are now given the opportunity to participate in decision-making regarding urban sustainability. Focuses on sustainable development goal 11 and how the global south is experiencing a shift towards urban sustainability that builds inclusive, resilient, and sustainble cities.

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Graduate Nutrition Student Association

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Stakeholder,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Graduate nutrition students who wish to develop professional relationships; deepen understanding of biomedical mutrition sciences, clincial nutrition, and community and public health nutrition; have a positive impact in communites and public policy; and cultivate meaningful relationships with peers.

Topics: Agriculture, Stakeholder

Green Adaptation Strategies for Water Security in the Central American Dry Corridor

Publication, 2019, English, , Government, Central America, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Central America
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Government
Description:

Report on the meeting addressing green reform in Central America for sustainable water management through better environmental and water resource management. Discussion of the presented green reform to reduce the impacts of seasonal water scarcity in Costa Rica. Discussion of climate change, saltwater intrusion, groundwater recharge, and governance.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Water

Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Sustainability, University, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Harvard CGBC utilizes research, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration to create more sustainable and green urban communities. The organization promotes holistic change within the built environment to continually improve sustainability.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, University, Urban

Herpetological Society

Organization, , English, , , International, Organization,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

Serves as an organization and avenue for undergraduate students, of all backgrounds, to learn about local reptiles and amphibians.

Topics: Organization

How can agricultural research translation projects targeting smallholder production systems be strengthened by using Theory of Change?

Publication, 2021, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Food Security, Sustainability, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The article describes the benefits of using Theory of Change alongside communication and stakeholder engagement to increase the sustainability and interconnectedness of FEW networks in smallholder production systems. By doing so, science-based knowledge is integrated into agricultural and policy development which in turn improves food security.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food Security, Sustainability

How Do We Want to Live Tomorrow?: Perspectives on Water Management in Urban Regions

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, International, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Insight on improvements within managing water and how this will sustain for the future. Incorporates explanation on the roles of integrated watershed management for urban areas, sustainable sanitation and rainwater management, and micropollutants.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Urban, Water

Hydro-BID

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Latin America, Adaptation, Agriculture, Climate Change, Local, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

An integrated and quantitative system to simulate hydrology and water resources management in the LAC region, under scenarios of change (e.g., climate, land use, population) which allows to evaluate the quantity and quality of water, infrastructure needs, and the design of strategies and adaptive projects in response to these changes.

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Climate Change, Local, Sustainability, Water

Hydrovolunteers

, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Environment, Stakeholder, Sustainability, Water,

Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

A water and environment focused organization aiming to bring students with a variety of backgorunds to network and collaborate with one another. The goal of this grup is to create a platform for community involvement

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Stakeholder, Sustainability, Water

ICLEI’s 10th World Congress, GIZ Urban Nexus Session

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Asia, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Drew lessons and insights from the regional GIZ Integrated Resource Management in Asian Cities: The Urban Nexus Project. The Urban Nexus approach, implemented in secondary cities across seven countries in Asia including China, India, Indonesia, Mongolia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam looks at synergies and trade-offs in the water, food, and energy sectors

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Urban, Water

IDB Cities Laboratory

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Latin America, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Platform for innovation, design, and experimentation for sustainable urban development in Latin America and the Caribbean. Lead innovative prototypes that arise from co-design processes between officials of the Inter-American Development Bank and local actors (community, academia, government); in which citizen participation is key. From these urban interventions, they evaluate the experiences, analyzing their success with the objective of expanding or replicating the pilots implemented and sharing knowledge.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water

IDB Lab

Organization, , English, , Science and Technology, Latin America, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

To support innovative projects and early stage ventures with a potential to generate impact on a large scale. To prromote innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems, and systematize and disseminate knowledge to connect ideas and scale their impact

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Sustainability, Water

IFWEN: Understanding Innovative Initiatives for Governing Food, Water and Energy Nexus in Cities

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

To advance knowledge about urban governance at the different levels related to the FWE nexus (FWEN) using Green and Blue Infrastructure (GBI), by developing new concepts and approaches to understand how to assess, govern and build GBI solutions and policies

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Impacts of land use, population, and climate change on global food security

Publication, 2020, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Food Security, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This article is a global assessment of the 2050 outlook on the effects of population, climate variability, and land use change on global food security. The article focuses on climate change’s recent and past effects on the global food crisis and how the continuance and increasing degree of climate change will impact global food security.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food Security

IN-SOURCE: INtegrated analysis and modelling for the management of sustainable urban FWE ReSOURCEs

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, , Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To develop a shared urban data and modeling framework to help decision makers (such as governments, utilities, developers, investors) identify, quantify and visualize FWE systems and their interrelations for urban strategic planning and FWE infrastructure investments.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Institute for Susuatinable Communities

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Environment, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Climate solutions and sustainability are key ideas within this organization. They help passionate and committed people reduce emissions, build more sustainable cities, protect the environment, and take on climate change.

Topics: Environment, Sustainability

Institute for Technology and Resources Management in the Tropics and Subtropics

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Aims to enable people of various technical and cultural backgrounds to better solve the complex issues related to environmental problems with an interdisciplinary and intercultural approach at the graduate and postgraduate level. Focus on WEF Nexus issues

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Institutions and the economic efficiency of managed aquifer recharge as a mitigation strategy against drought impacts on irrigated agriculture in California

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, United States, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Focuses on managed aquifer recharges and how they are intended to mitigate climate stress and explains the nexus between groundwater, the environment, and food in terms of how the aquifers provide irrigation to crops. Specifically focusing on California’s Kings Groundwater and how MAR management could have an effect on this basin.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Integrated impacts of future electricity mix scenarios on select southeastern U.S. water resources

Publication, 2013, English, , Urban Development, United States, Energy, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article focuses on the Southeastern United States; specifically Alabama, Georgia, and Florida and their forms of electricity generation and how they impact nearby water resource temperatures. Localized rivers in these states are not adequately represented when thermoelectric cooling is evaluated geographically, therefore water resource planning models are needed for integrated electricity generation in these localized areas to reduce river and stream temperatures that were affected by coal powered electricity generation plants.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Water

Integrating the water planetary boundary with water management from local to global scales

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, International, Governance, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article focuses on the integration of a water planetary boundary into existing water management and governance approaches. The significance of the watery planetary boundary draws on the FEW nexus and how its integration to local and global boundaries is needed in protecting positive changes to the water cycle.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Governance, Water

Inter-American Development Bank Sustainability Report 2011

Publication, 2011, English, , Agriculture, Latin America, Agriculture, Energy, Environmental Footprint, Food, Landscape Ecology, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English
Year: 2011

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Reports on the water-energy-food nexus and sustainability in Latin America and the Caribbean. Provides a “historical” (2011) basis of the nexus to compare to the development of where we are now with the FEW nexus. Also addresses sustainability and the importance of sustainable development and aligning with the sustainable development goals.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Environmental Footprint, Food, Landscape Ecology, Urban, Water

International Development Research Centre

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Agriculture, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To support research which builds evidence to break the cycle of poverty, reduce inequalities and vulnerabilities, and help people live healthier and more sustainable lives. Three focus areas include: agriculture and environment, inclusive economies, technology and innovation

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Food, Water

Introduction to Groundwater Governance

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course promotes the learning of groundwater governance concepts in general, national and international water law, and aquifers.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Water

Introduction to photovoltaic solar energy: The photovoltaic module

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

This course lasts 4 weeks (3-4 hours per week) and its purpose is to introduce the concepts of photovoltaic solar energy. In a more specific way, the components of photovoltaic installations, solar panels and a brief description of renewable energies are disclosed.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Sustainability

Introduction to photovoltaic solar energy: The photovoltaic module

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Industry, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Solar Electricity, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Solar Electricity, Sustainability

Introduction to Remote Sensing for Catchment and Water Resource Management

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

It is a course that introduces remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems for watershed and water resource management. The course lasts approximately 4 to 5 days. The participant is not expected to have previous skills in remote sensing.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, Water

Investigating tradeoffs between agricultural development and environmental flows under climate change in the Stung Chinit Watershed, Cambodia

Publication, 2020, English, , Agriculture, Southeast Asia, Agriculture, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Southeast Asia
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This article evaluates the Stung Chinit watershed in Cambodia and its potential to irrigate an expanded agricultural area. It disucesses the water-energy-food nexusin accordance with climate change and how this watershed in Cambodia can counteract some of the effects of climate change’s effects on water availability and food production.

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Topics: Agriculture, Water

Investing in Agricultural Water, Sustainability: Recent Trends in Financing Institutions

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Evaluates the role of IFIs in agricultural water investments and the type of finance used. Explains the importance IFIs in ag related water, irrigation projects, and drainage water have in addressing water scarcity and in promoting climate resilience.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Water

irrigation systems

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This course focuses on providing bases on how to optimize crop irrigation and thus achieve sustainable water use. In a more specific way, correct irrigation measures are taught in crops, the different irrigation systems and the importance of water quality for irrigation.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Water

JPI Urban Europe

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Europe, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To address the global urban challenges of today with the ambition to develop a European research and innovation hub on urban matters and create European solutions by means of coordinated research.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water

Leading a Green Recovery

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Environmental Footprint, Private Sector, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Reports on the overview of 2020’s developments in research and policy regarding the environment climate goals. Goes into depth on many aspects of climate action and the various ways their global centres have impacted this/seen it impacted globally.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Environmental Footprint, Private Sector

Linkages between food security, nutrition and social protection: An introduction to basic concepts and principles

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Extension, Food, Food Security, Hunger,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course focuses on the SDGs to end poverty and zero hunger. Its purpose is to explain how social protection programs contribute to improving food security and nutritional outcomes. The Inter-institutional Assessment of Social Protection: Food Security and Nutrition (ISPA-FSN) tool is released

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Extension, Food, Food Security, Hunger

Linking electricity and water models to assess electricity choices at water-relevant scales

Publication, 2012, English, , Science and Technology, United States, Energy, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2012

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

The article presents the idea of modelling hydrology/water management and electricity generation together as they are highly interconnected yet are assessed individually. Therefore, the article represents an effective approach to translate electricity modeling results from relevant electricity geographies to relevant water geographies to predict location and capacity for renewable energy facilities.

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Topics: Energy, Sustainability, Water

Magic Nexus

, , English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Food Security, Sustainability, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The goal of MAGIC is to transform Nexus from a shorthand to signify the complexity of the relationship between water, soils energy and climate into a set of relationship over identified factors which can be systematically used to explore this complexity. This implies integrating into the analysis social challenges and stakeholders perceptions related to the climate-water-food-energy nexus.

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Topics: Energy, Food, Food Security, Sustainability, Water

Mainstream Climate Change Adaptation

Publication, 2013, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Energy, Food Security, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Explores applying a nexus approach to water challenges in the MENA region. This is in an attempt to mainstream climate change adaptation in sectoral policies and integrating it with adaptation of the nexus.

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Topics: Energy, Food Security, Water

Mainstreaming GESI for transboundary water resource management

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Its objective is to promote the understanding of the concepts of gender, equality and social inclusion in the management of transboundary water resources. The course consists of six modules and is taught by experts from southern Africa in gender, social equality, resilience and sustainable development, monitoring and evaluation, and management of transboundary water resources.

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Topics: Sustainability, Water

Maintaining perspective of ongoing environmental change in the Mekong floodplains

Publication, 2019, English, , Urban Development, Asia, Agriculture, Food, Governance, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article focuses on the Mekong floodplain in Cambodia and Vietnam and the environmental change that is occurring and affecting the fish populations that provide a significant percentage of food to citizens in close proximity. The article aims to promote the need for sustainability within development in the surrounding areas to decrease ecosystem deterioration and the effects of climate change.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Governance, Sustainability, Water

Making a sustainable community: life in Derwenthorpe, York, 2012–2018

Publication, 2012, English, , Urban Development, United States, Circular Economy, Energy, Local, Blog

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2012

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

An example of urban sustainability implemented into communities in York. Goes over the nexus of energy, specifically household energy and how it fits into achieving urban sustainability.

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Topics: Circular Economy, Energy, Local

Managing the Water-Land-Energy Nexus for Sustainable Development

Publication, 2012, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2012

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Follows how the nexus approach is closely correlated with the sustainable development goals and how the innovation of the water-land-energy nexus will also improve progress regarding the SDGs because of their close linkage. In doing so, the author explains that the nexus must be used in demanding sustainable development at the household levels and the industrial levels to abide by the requirement of the SDGs.

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Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Sustainability, Water

Mechanisms and indicators for assessing the impact of biofuel feedstock production on ecosystem services

Publication, 2018, English, , Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Landscape Ecology, Sustainability, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article assesses how ecosystem services have, and continue to be, affected by biofuel production systems. Biofuel used for feedstock production is positive in that it produces feedstock for fuel and carbon sequestration, but it has negative effects on ecosystem services, freshwater, food, and more.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Landscape Ecology, Sustainability

METABOLIC: Intelligent Urban Metabolic Systems for Green Cities of Tomorrow: an FWE Nexus-based Approach

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To promote Green Urban Centers of Tomorrow by constructing effective transport and exchange mechanisms for FWE nutrients from sources to urban centers, quantifying and optimizing the FWE factors related to societal health

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Microrregión crespo y aldeas aledañas: Proceso y proyectos

Publication, 2022, Spanish, , , Latin America, Environment, Governance, Local, Organization, Books and Chapters

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: Spanish
Year: 2022

Description:

This book includes the report of novel experiences of territorial development, endorsed by national and international entities that belong to the public and private sector. This book was written by Dardo Pagnone

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Governance, Local, Organization

Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Organization, Stakeholder,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Welcomes membership of people of all racial and ethnic group participation in agricultural and related sciences careers. Provide role model and networking opportunties for both undergraduate and graduate students. Is open to any student with a major or itnerest in any area of agriculture.

Topics: Organization, Stakeholder

Monitoring Plastics in Rivers and Lakes

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, International, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The UN’s report on waterways and microplastics present in them and how ecosystems and civilizations are affected by this. Encourages implementation of better approaches to reducing contaminants in our waterways because of the interconnectedness of the water and food sectors.

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Topics: Water

Multi-dimensional poverty effects around operational biofuel projects in Malawi, Mozambique and Swaziland

Publication, 2018, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Agriculture, Bioenergy, Crop Production, Renewable Energy, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article compares biofuel’s effects on poverty in multiple study sites in Southern Africa across different feedstocks. Their results concluded that sugarcane growing areas reported less poverty and therefore benefited more from their biofuel feedstock compared to others. The implications and affects this has on water availability and food security were also discussed throughout the article.

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Topics: Agriculture, Bioenergy, Crop Production, Renewable Energy

Natural Resource Defense Council

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The NRDC works with climate change, communities, food, energy, health, ocean, water, and the wild as part of its duties. To do this, the council completes advocacy work, litigations, partnerships, research, and work with businesses.

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Navigating the (yet) unseen waters of Cerrado, the Brazilian savanna

Publication, 2021, English, , Water and Sanitation, South America, Agriculture, Landscape Ecology, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: South America
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

As agribusiness increases, the biodiversity in the Cerrado biome is threatened and water scarcity is increased. This article evaluates the Water Producer Programme that aims to address biodiversity and ecosystem needs alongside implementing sustainable agricultural practices.

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Topics: Agriculture, Landscape Ecology, Sustainability, Water

Nebraska Water Productivity Report

Publication, 2019, English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Circular Economy, Energy Consumption, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Evaluates the nexus between water and food in Nebraska, specifically how water productivity and irrigation relate to agriculture in Nebraska. Also encorporates the water energy nexus in terms of bioethanol and their individual footprints on its production.

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Topics: Agriculture, Circular Economy, Energy Consumption, Water

Net Zero Urban Program – KPMG Global

Organization, , English, , Industry, International, Governance, Industry, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Industry
Description:

It is an organization that provides advice to help clients face challenges and respond to opportunities. In this way, it generates sustainable changes and a positive impact on its clients and society in general.

Topics: Governance, Industry, Sustainability, Urban

NEXT-AG

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, South America, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: South America
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Provide policymakers in Andean countries with the needed evidence base that allows them to develop new coordinated policies and programmes for increasing resilience and promoting sustainable economic growth in the context of increasing national and global food demand.

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water

Nexus Cluster Project

Organization, , English, , , International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

Increased and more impacting communication and dissemination of Nexus sectors such as water, energy, food, land and climate, as well as important societal challenges like public health and rural-urban development. Done through science and policy approach

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Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Plant Sciences Club at The University of Tennessee

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Stakeholder,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

A great way to meet other plant enthusiats and gain a greater sense of community within the plant science major. We welcome all people interested in the beauty and utility of plants, being a plant science major is not required. We work with the gardens in a fun way in order to meet other members, gain community service hours, and learn more about plant maintenance.

Topics: Agriculture, Stakeholder

Plant Sciences Graduate Student Association

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture, Organization,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The primary goal is to promote the general welfare of its members and to uphols the integrity of the Department of Plant Sciences. Provides a forum for graduate students to enhance their knowledge of Plant Sciences through service, social, and education-based activites and events and to promote professionalism and fellowship between graduate students.

Topics: Agriculture, Organization

Plastic Free UT

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Recycle, Sustainability, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Plastic Free UT is a student-led camppaing striving to reduce single use lastic usage on campus.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Recycle, Sustainability, University

Position Paper on WEFE Nexus and SDGS

Publication, 2018, English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The European Union produced this report on the water, energy, food, and ecosystems nexus in whole and how it relates to the sustainable development goals in the modern world. It outlines the advantages of the WEFE being incorporated in governance and management of the water, energy, food security sectors in relation to ecosystems.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Powering Africa: Unlocking Opportunities for Energy Development in Southern Africa

Publication, 2018, English, , Urban Development, Africa, Energy, Food, Solar Electricity, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Highlights political and economic challenges in Southern Africa relating to cooperation in the energy sector to achieve more efficient systems. Identifies Southern Africa’s impending need for renewable energy with the growing demand for energy to produce food and safe water and sanitation.

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Topics: Energy, Food, Solar Electricity, Water

Public Health Student Association

Organization, , English, , Science and Technology, , Organization,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

A voluntary student organization for students in the Department of Public Health. PHSA allows public health students, both new and seasoned, to develop leadership skils, enjoy time together, and develop health-promoting initiatives.

Topics: Organization

Real water savings in agricultural systems

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Food, Food Security, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course seeks to strengthen concepts of soil and water management, food and nutrition security, as well as health and sustainable food systems. The course to learn about the RAL project for saving water in agricultural systems, which seeks to put into practice the Sustainable Development Goals to end poverty, zero hunger, responsible consumption and production

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Food Security, Sustainability, Water

Reconciling food security and bioenergy: priorities for action

Publication, 2016, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food Security, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2016

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article explains how food and energy security can be improved with the integrated use of bioenergy to achieve the overarching goal of meeting the Sustainable Development Goals. This article works to explain the interconnectedness of food security, bioenergy, sustainability and resource management and how sustainability guidelines are being applied to bioenergy use to achieve the goals regarding world hunger.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food Security, Renewable Energy, Sustainability

Red Fields to Green Fields

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This organization conducts research on the effects of acquiring financially distressed properties in major U.S. cities. Additionally, they research converting these properties into public parks and land reserved for future sustainable use.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, Urban

Regional Plan Association

Organization, , English, , Industry, United States, Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Industry
Description:

The Regional Plan Association researches different areas such as energy and environment, housing and neighborhood planning, transportation, and governance. Additionally, the association provides reports on different issues around its affected states and also participates in advocacy and campaign work to support its values and goals.

Topics: Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Urban

Releasing the Pressure: Water Resource Efficiencies and Gains for Ecosystem Services

Publication, 2012, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Landscape Ecology, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2012

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Emphasizes balancing short-term water productivity gains in agriculture with water’s long term role in maintaining sustainable landscape ecosystem services. The productivity of water is to be considered to efficiently use it for many benefits.

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Topics: Agriculture, Landscape Ecology, Water

Research priorities for managing the impacts and dependencies of business upon food, energy, water and the environment

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This article addresses the role that businesses can play in ensuring the sustainability of upholding the water-energy-food nexus for the environment. The author emphasizes how collaboration is needed from the businesses to sustain nexus interactions as well as improve them in a way that is beneficial to environmental sustainability.

Topics: Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Water

Review on climate and water resource implications of reducing renewable power curtailment in China: A nexus perspective

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, China, Energy, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: China
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The article uses the water-energy-carbon nexus to describe the effects of the renewable energy curtailment in China and how this curtailment produces positive environmental benefits. Explains China’s policy enforcing renewable energy generation to be sped up and its adverse effects on the energy sector and its capacity for renewable energy under the curtailment.

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Topics: Energy, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Water

Roadmap to Energy in the Water and Wastewater Industry

Publication, 2005, English, , Agriculture, , Energy, Energy Usage, Grey Water, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication

Language: English
Year: 2005

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This research report studies and evaluates the nexus between energy and water in our wastewater systems. The report follows how there is a more efficient way to operate these systems to save money as well as energy.

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Topics: Energy, Energy Usage, Grey Water, Water, Water Treatment

Rooting the Nexus

Publication, 2014, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Waste, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2014

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Educational tool in understanding the full scope of the nexus in accordance to the UN’s definition. Details the construction and core of the nexus through research projects, initiatives, community networking, and capacity development and outreach.

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Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Waste, Water

SDG Indicator 6.4.1 – Change in water-use efficiency over time

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Organization, Private Sector, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course provides the concepts to learn to calculate the two dimensions that constitute when indicating 6.4.1. This indicator takes into account the hydrological and economic component

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Topics: Organization, Private Sector, Water

SDG Indicator 6.4.2 – Level of water stress

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Climate Change, Private Sector, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course provides countries with valuable tools, methods and processes to monitor and report on Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Indicator 6.4.2, which measures the level of water stress based on freshwater withdrawal in relation to to the available resources.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Climate Change, Private Sector, Sustainability, Water

SDG Indicator 6.4.2 – Level of water stress

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Climate Change, Private Sector, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Climate Change, Private Sector, Sustainability, Water

Sharing the “Nutrition and Food Systems: Pathways to sustainable and healthy diets” MOOC experience

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Food, Food Security, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The purpose of this course is to promote systemic thinking on issues related to food security and nutrition. In this way, they transition to a more sustainable, equitable and balanced diet.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Food Security, Sustainability

Sigma Alpha Sorority

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, , Agriculture,

Type of Resource: Organization

Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This is a Sisters in Agriculture sorority. We are a professional society and take pride in promoting scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship among all sisters.

Topics: Agriculture

SIM4NEXUS

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, Europe, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

To address knowledge and technology gaps and thereby facilitate the design of policies within the Nexus. The project will deliver a Serious Game, a cloud-based, integrated tool for testing and evaluating policy decisions.

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Society of American Foresters- University of Tennessee Chapter

Organization, , English, , , United States, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

An educational and fun way for students to connect with fellow forestry students and forestry professionals, gain hands-on experience as a forester, participate in timbersports competitions, test their forestry technical skills, and have fun.

Topics: University

Solar Energy

Course, , English, Certificate Program, Industry, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Solar Electricity, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Certificate Program
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Industry
Description:

In this course you will learn about the design of a complete photovoltaic system, in the same way you seek to reflect on the role of solar energy and how it contributes towards a sustainable future. In the same way, it seeks to understand the principles of physical operation of photovoltaic energy conversion.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Energy Usage, Renewable Energy, Solar Electricity, Sustainability

Spatial analysis of water quality and income in Europe

Publication, 2021, English, , Science and Technology, Europe, Governance, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

The article focuses on a study done across 20 European countries within the span of 20 years that evaluates water quality in European countries relative to the income of residents. The study evaluates the effect of raising incomes and increasing the level of governance that an improved economy can have on the water quality in these areas.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Governance, Water

START

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Africa, Adaptation, Agriculture, Mitigation, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To increase opportunities for research, education and training that strengthen scientific capacities in developing countries to understand, communicate and motivate action on critical global environmental change challenges. START is providing an opportunity for African researchers to participate on international teams to develop solutions for the SUGI/WEF challenge

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Mitigation, Sustainability, Urban

State of the Nexus Approach 2015: Management of Environmental Resources

Publication, 2015, English, , Urban Development, International, Food, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Another “historical” example from the past 10 years of the nexus approach in use and how this affected management of environmental resources. Reports the nexus’ impact on climate change, urbanization, and population growth and increasing demand for environmental resources

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Urban, Water

State of the Nexus Approach 2017: Multifunctional Land-Use Systems and Resources Management in Resilient Cities

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Historical example (from the past 10 years) of a nexus approach implemented and its impacts and achievements. Includes discussions of this nexus approach’s impacts in various countries globally and how it has affected their land-use systems and resource management.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Urban, Water

Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Fossil Fuels, Mitigation, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To promote debate and share knowledge we convene decision-makers, academics and practitioners and engage with policy processes, development action and business practice worldwide.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Fossil Fuels, Mitigation, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Water

Student Environmental and Sustainability Committee

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Environment, Sustainability, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The Environment & Sustainability Committee strives to keep the university’s campus clean and green. we acheive this goal through our Campus Cleanup each semster, our Pick Up Your Butts event in the spring, and other events throughout the year.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Sustainability, University

Student Environmental Intitative Committee

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Stakeholder, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This group discusses the most productove uses of Freen Fee resources for both recurrent and one-time projects. The goal is to make UTK more sustainable.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Stakeholder, Sustainability

Student National Association of Black Veterinarians- UTK Chapter

Organization, , English, , , United States, Agriculture, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

This national association was launched in 2016 to recruit and support African American individuals within the field of veterinary medicine. There are state and local chapters that will operate for educational purposes by promoting the NABV’s mission to provide medium for blacks in veterinary medicine to engage with faculty, staff, and students through professional, social, academic, and cultural activites for the purpose of building lasting relationships. The association wannts to instill pride and foster diversity.

Topics: Agriculture, University

Students Promoting Enviromental Action in Knoxville (SPEAK)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Environment, International, Local, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

SPEAK is a group of students at the UTK who concern themselves with and seek to remedy environemtal problems on campus, locally, regionally, and even worldwide.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, International, Local, University

SUNEX: Formulating sustainable urban FWE strategy by optimizing the synergies between food, water and energy systems

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Europe, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To develop efficient solutions for energy, water and food supply for urban regions. To provide a modelling framework to assess the Food-Water-Energy System addressing the demand and the supply side

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Sustainability in Turbulent Times

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Report on the nexus network researching the food, water, energy, environment nexus and its sustainability initiative. It explains the nexus network’s role in relaying how we are creating and innovating to support future generations through the sustainability of this nexus.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

Sustainable Development Goals

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Agriculture, Climate Change, Energy, Food, Food Security, Governance, Local, Mitigation, Regenerative Agriculture, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – in a global partnership.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Climate Change, Energy, Food, Food Security, Governance, Local, Mitigation, Regenerative Agriculture, Sustainability, Urban, Water

Sustainable Energy and Green Recovery

Publication, 2021, English, , Agriculture, Asia, Energy, Energy Consumption, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Explains the efforts to cultivate renewable and efficient energy in Asia and specifically Central Asia. Reviews policies that are attempting to counteract climate change so Central Asia can move forward sustainably and with the usage of climate policy mitigation.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Food, Water

Sustainable Transport, Sustainable Development

Publication, 2021, English, , Urban Development, , Circular Economy, Contamination, Environmental Footprint, Fossil Fuels, International, Stakeholder, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication

Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This report is also very lengthy, but it contains so much valuable information regarding sustainable transportation and its importance in relaiton to poverty and the environment. It gives solutions for implementing sustainable transportation in a variety of countries and how this will improve poverty and transportation’s negative effects on the environment.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Contamination, Environmental Footprint, Fossil Fuels, International, Stakeholder

Sustainable Urbanisation Global Initiative (SUGI)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The Sustainable Urbanisation Global Initiative (SUGI)/Food-Water-Energy Nexus is a joint call established in order to bring together actors to find innovative new solutions to the Food-Water-Energy Nexus challenge. The ultimate goal is to increase the access and the quality of life.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Sustainable Water-Energy-Food Nexus Working Group

, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Combine expertise to of global researchers from a wide range of backgrounds to advance and exchange cutting edge Nexus research. Apply this research with stakeholders pilot regions and share results with the scientific community and decision makers

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water

Tackling complexity: Understanding the food-energy-environment nexus in Ethiopia’s Lake Tana Sub-basin

Publication, 2015, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Energy, Environment, Food, Governance, Industry, Renewable Energy, Stakeholder, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2015

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Explains the complications of nexus’, specifically this water-energy nexus, in megacities and in this case focus on Beijing and also improving their sustainable urban development. Outlines how Beijing adopting low energy intensity and nature-based water cycling is a positive move in terms of policy and development in Beijing.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Environment, Food, Governance, Industry, Renewable Energy, Stakeholder, Water

TAMU WEF Nexus Research Group

, , English, , , United States, Energy, Food, Food Security, Water,

Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

Identify local and site specific tradeoffs and hotspots, which facilitate dialogue among WEF Nexus stakeholders. Focus is upon localization of resources, use of the nexus platform, improved utilization of greenwater, and better understating the impacts of water reuse on the soil–water ecosystem

Topics: Energy, Food, Food Security, Water

Tennessee Pre-Veterinary Association

Organization, , , , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Organization, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

University Student-Led Organization that focuses mainly on helping studnets gain experience, information, and connections for their future endeavors after graduation.

Topics: Agriculture, Organization, University

The African Networks of Centres of Excellence on Water Sciences

Publication, 2021, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Agriculture, Food, Landscape Ecology, Municipalities, Water,

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This report focuses on the water scarcity issue in Africa and how the lack of this resource affects economic and social development in many parts of Africa. Shows how the lack of viable infrastructure plays a big role in this issue and what solutions can be implemented to address this.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Landscape Ecology, Municipalities, Water

The Consortium for Sustainable Urbanization

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Environment, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This non-profit organization was formed to promote sustainable urban systems and resilient design for cities. It advocates for change, connect with global leaders, and communicates information and knowledge online, in print, and in conferences.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Sustainability

The economics of green transition strategies for cities: Can low carbon, energy efficient development approaches be adapted to demand side urban water efficiency?

Publication, 2016, English, , Urban Development, Europe, Energy, Environmental Footprint, Sustainability, Urban, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2016

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Urban sustainability in terms of water consumption in Bologna, Italy is evaluated in this article as the authors present the case study of Bologna as well as initiatives to decrease consumption. Energy efficient development is assessed in terms of its positive impacts on water availability in urban environments and how renovations of energy systems will improve carbon emissions as well.

Topics: Energy, Environmental Footprint, Sustainability, Urban, Water

The FEW-Meter

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To create a truly comprehensive system to understand the contribution of existing types of Urban Agriculture (UA) to the sustainable development of cities; measure the quantity of produce as well as related energy and water usage associated with UA; expand knowledge about possible health risks, and use this system to ascertain and identify approaches to advance the performance of UA in terms of Food / Energy / Water (FEW) nexus

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water

The Global Canopy Programme

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Latin America, Adaptation, Environment, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

A tropical forest think-tank focused on 3 high-level objectives: (1) To grow the forest-friendly economy (2) To end the global market for deforestation (3) To account for impacts and dependencies on forests.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Environment, Sustainability

The Hidden Side of Energy Access: Clean Cooking

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Environment, Private Sector, Urban,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course reveals the hidden side of access to energy suffered by approximately 4 billion people in the world. They reveal the living conditions of these people, which contribute to negative impacts on health and the environment. The duration is 4 weeks (2-3 hours per week)

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Environment, Private Sector, Urban

The Hidden Side of Energy Access: Understanding Clean Cooking (Virtual Knowledge Exchange)

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Energy, Energy Consumption, Environment, Private Sector, Urban,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The course lasts 4 weeks (2-3 per week). It is about making known the lifestyle of people who do not have access to energy and how the activities they carry out have an impact on their health and environment.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Environment, Private Sector, Urban

The ISPA-FSN tool: Assessing social assistance programmes for better food security and nutrition

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Food Security, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course follows on from the previous course Linkages between food security, nutrition and social protection: an introduction to basic concepts and principles. The purpose of this course is to provide skills on the process of conducting an evaluation of social assistance programs using the ISPA-FSN tool.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food Security, Sustainability

The Last Drop: Climate Change and the Southwest Water Crisis

Publication, 2011, English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Energy, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2011

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Asses the urgent need to reduce water usage in the Southwestern United States in response to climate change. Evaluates the current unsustainable extraction of water mining and how this needs to change. Addresses the nexus of food in agricultural water use, energy’s water use and water in correlation with ensuring sustainable systems of mining water.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Urban, Water

The Nexus Approach Budding

Publication, 2016, English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Waste, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2016

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The annual flores report that focuses on the emergence of the nexus approach. Explains its importance and success through research projects such as reuse potential of biomass from constructed wetlands, and safe use of wastewater in agriculture initiative.

Topics: Energy, Food, Waste, Water, Water Treatment

The Nexus Network

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Support transdisciplinary research at the food-water-energy-environment nexus, and to create meaningful links between communities of researchers, policymakers, business leaders and practitioners.

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water

The Sustainable Development Goals Report

Publication, 2022, English, , Urban Development, International, Circular Economy, Energy, Food Security, Hunger, Solar Electricity, Urban Agriculture, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is a lengthy report, but it details the efforts made this year to improve each of the SDGs. It is in depth and provides many visuals that would be appealing and receptive by users of our site.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Energy, Food Security, Hunger, Solar Electricity, Urban Agriculture

The UN Sustainable Development Goals

Course, , English, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course is designed to learn more about sustainability and climate change. Therefore, the people for whom the course is designed is broad and it is a course offered by the Center for Sustainability Sciences of the University of Copenhagen in Denmark.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

The United Nations Water Organization

Organization, , English, , , International, Energy, Renewable Energy, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

The United Nations Water Organization helps inform policies, monitor and report on issues, and inspire action relating to food, energy, and water. They have a lot of data relating to food, water, energy, and urbanization and publish many informative papers.

Topics: Energy, Renewable Energy, Water

The United Nations World Water Development Report 2018: Nature-Based Solutions for Water

Publication, 2018, English, , Urban Development, International, Water, Books and Chapters

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Pairs the continuous work to achieve water availability with sustainable development that in turn improves water quality. Focuses on implementing nature-based solutions to combat issues regarding water availability, water quality, and sustainability as a nexus.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Water

The United Nations World Water Development Report 2019: Leaving No One Behind

Publication, 2019, English, , Urban Development, International, Water, Books and Chapters

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This report is an overview on the state of our global water at the time of publication. It addresses a wide range of topics varying from the current state of the world’s water resources, water supply, sanitation and hygeine, and socio-economic development indicators.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Water

The Urban Sustainability Extension Service (USES)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This organization partners with the community to develop neighborhood-scale sustainable initiatives. This organization looks to cities to solve issues such as global sustainability challenges and supports urban communities.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, Urban

The Water and Food Nexus: Trends and Development of the Research Landscape

Publication, 2012, English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2012

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Examines the global water-food nexus and its imperative goal to use less water to produce higher volumes of food with a growing population. Evaluates global water dynamics and how water is used in percentage globally and how this corresponds with food.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

The Water-Energy Nexus in Iran: Water-Related Challenges for the Power Sector

Publication, 2018, English, , Agriculture, Asia, Energy, Food, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Explains the increasing demand for electricity and energy and this increases the demand on water although Iran’s water supply is not able to support this increase in energy need. Discusses the risks and effects of a continued demand for a water supply that is not suitable for this type of stress. A good explanation of a water-energy nexus when one aspect is in stress and how this affects the other.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water, Water Treatment

The Water-Energy Nexus in the Western States: Projections to 2100

Publication, 2011, English, , Urban Development, United States, Circular Economy, Energy, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2011

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Reports on how intertwined water and energy are and how this affects their accessibility because of increasing demand and with the implications of climate change. This report is specifically focused on the western United States’ experience with the current challenges of this water-energy nexus.

Topics: Circular Economy, Energy, Water

The Water-Energy-Food Nexus in Libya, UAE, Egypt and Iraq

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Energy, Food Security, Solar Electricity, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The report addresses how Libya, Egypt, UAE, and Iraq have limited water resources as well as food production capacity. Although, they have great potential for renewable energy and this can be very beneficial to their water and food sectors.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food Security, Solar Electricity, Water

The Water–Energy Nexus of Megacities Extends Beyond Geographic Boundaries: A Case of Beijing

Publication, 2017, English, , Urban Development, Asia, Energy, Energy Consumption, Food, Recycle, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Explains the complications of nexus’, specifically this water-energy nexus, in megacities and in this case focusing on Beijing and also imporving their sustainble urban development. Outlines how Beijing adopting low energy ntensity and nature-based water cycling is a positive move in terms of policy and development in Beijing.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Consumption, Food, Recycle, Water

The Water, Energy and Food Security Nexus: Solutions for the Green Economy

Publication, 2011, English, , Agriculture, International, Circular Economy, Food Security, Local, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2011

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Addresses the need for a nexus approach through evaluating what the nexus is and sharing the opportunities for improving water, energy and food security through a nexus approach. Presents how a nexus approach can enhance water, energy, and food security by increasing efficiency, reducing trade-offs, building synergies, and improving governance across the sectors.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Food Security, Local, Water

Towards more spatially explicit assessments of virtual water flows: linking local water use and scarcity to global demand of Brazilian farming commodities

Publication, 2016, English, , Water and Sanitation, South America, Energy Usage, Governance, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: South America
Language: English
Year: 2016

Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

The article focuses on the effects of high demand of commodities on the environment and natural resources in Brazil. The increasing demand of farm commodities from Brazil has had an extensive effect on water availability and interest in assessing water stress. The article also finds that there are issues in how water stress is evaluated by current virtual water flows and that these resources should be reassessed in terms of spatial heterogeneity in water resources, water use, and water management options.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy Usage, Governance, Water

Towards sustainable renewable energy investment and deployment: Trade-offs and opportunities with water resources and the environment

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, Europe, Circular Economy, Energy, Energy Consumption, Solar Electricity, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This follows the integration process of developing renewable energy in a manner that is sustainable for the population and the environment. It also explains how these energy initiatives can be accomplished while protecting natural resources such as water.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Energy, Energy Consumption, Solar Electricity, Water

Towards sustainable renewable energy investment and deployment: Trade-offs and opportunities with water resources and the environment

Publication, 2020, English, , Urban Development, Europe, Circular Economy, Energy, Energy Consumption, Solar Electricity, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Circular Economy, Energy, Energy Consumption, Solar Electricity, Water

Towards Sustainable Wastewater Treatment Systems

Publication, 2019, English, , Agriculture, Latin America, Circular Economy, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The assessment of wastewater treatment systems in two areas of Latin America and assessing the sustainability of them and how it can be improved. Highlights the SludgeTec project and its purpose in improving the sustainability of wastewater systems in these two areas of Latin America.

Topics: Circular Economy, Water, Water Treatment

UF1668 Drinking and residual water analysis

Course, , Spanish, Certificate Program, Water and Sanitation, International, Sustainability, Water, Water Treatment,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Certificate Program
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

The purpose of this course is to publicize the procedure for taking samples for the analysis of wastewater and drinking water. In the same way, the process for the collection and registration of data from instruments and meters installed in the Potable Water Treatment Station (ETAP) is disclosed.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Sustainability, Water, Water Treatment

UN Habitat

Organization, , English, , , International, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

To build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Urban, Water

Understanding sustained use of ecological sanitation in rural Burkina Faso

Publication, 2017, English, , Water and Sanitation, Africa, Agriculture, Sustainability, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2017

Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

This article explains the importance of the food-energy-water nexus in terms of sanitation by utilizing human waste. Agricultural practices are promoted in using human waste which improves the sanitation issue in West Africa while providing food security which the article explains while also addressing its further impact on water resources.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Sustainability, Water

United Nations Habitat for a Better Urban Future

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Environment, Stakeholder, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The United Nations promotes socially and environmentally sustainable towns, cities, and communities. The organization utilizes knowledge, policy advice, technical assistance, and collaborative actions to achieve its goals.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Stakeholder, Urban

United Nations University, Institute for Advanced Sustainability (UNU-IAS)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Governance, Sustainability, University, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To advance efforts towards a more sustainable future, through policy-oriented research and capacity development focused on sustainability and its social, economic and environmental dimensions. UNU-IAS serves the international community through innovative contributions to high-level policymaking and debates, addressing priority issues for the UN system

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Governance, Sustainability, University, Water

United States Department of Agriculture

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, United States, Agriculture, Crop Production, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The priorities of this organization are advancement of racial justice, equity, and opportunity, address climate change,and tackle food and nutrition insecurity. Additionally, this department works towards, new, better, and more market opportunities for the United States.

Topics: Agriculture, Crop Production, Food, Water

United States Department of Energy

Organization, , English, , Government, United States, Energy, Environment, Governance,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Government
Description:

This organization focuses on specific energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology. They focus on protecting America’s security and prosperity.

Topics: Energy, Environment, Governance

University of Michigan Center for Sustainable Systems

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Energy, Food, Sustainability, University, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To promote the adoption of systems thinking by students, researchers, businesses, the public, and policymakers to foster environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable futures. Work with stakeholders catalyzes the transformation of systems (energy, urban and built environment, mobility, food, and water) to enhance sustainability.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, University, Water

Unlocking the Potential of Enhanced Rainfed Agriculture

Publication, 2018, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Agriculture, Food, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Presents the importance of a shift to agriculture based on green water which maximizes the water available to support plant growth. This report is specifically concerned with Africa and how rainfed agriculture has great potential.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Water

Unpacking Freshwater’s Role in Climate Change Mitigation

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, International, , Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

Focuses on freshwater as a whole in a global context with how it corresponds to climate change mitigation. Describes the nexus of specifically water with climate change, urban sustainability, and how freshwater can largely benefit climate change mitigaiton through better planning, sanitation, governance, and action.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Unpacking the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Tools for Assessment and Cooperation Along a Continuum

Publication, 2013, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This report encourages developing and implementing systematic approaches that increase an understanding of this water-energy-food nexus. Emphasizes that efforts across all sectors have to occur to achieve the sustainable development goals.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Water

Unpacking the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Tools for Assessment and Cooperation Along a Continuum

Publication, 2013, English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Stakeholder, Urban, Water, Article

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2013

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The article stresses the importance of having collaboration on multiple scales and across all the sectors to achieve a global analysis of the water-energy-food nexus. This globalized cooperation of governance and management will positively impact the global understanding of the nexus to improve the environment and meet sustainable development goals while producing more water, energy, and food than ever.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Stakeholder, Urban, Water

UNU-EHS

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Energy, Environment, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To carry out cutting edge research on risks and adaptation related to environmental hazards and global change. The institute’s research promotes policies and programmes to reduce these risks, while taking into account the interplay between environmental and societal factors

Topics: Adaptation, Energy, Environment, Food, Water

UNU-FLORES

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Food Security, Landscape Ecology, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Established to help address the challenges of complex relations between demands, resource availability and quality, and financial and physical constraints. UNU-FLORES develops strategies to resolve pressing problems in the sustainable use and integrated management of environmental resources, particularly water, soil and waste.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Food, Food Security, Landscape Ecology, Water

UNU-Flores Annual Report 2018

Publication, 2018, English, , Agriculture, International, Agriculture, Urban, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The UNU’s annual report on updates regarding the nexus within the scope of sdgs. This report evaluates sustainable management strategies, resources for implementing nexus solutions, governance, and more that relate to the topics of resource recovery and reuse and climate change adaptation.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Urban, Water

UNU-Flores Annual Report 2020: Forging Resilience Through the Resource Nexus

Publication, 2020, English, , Agriculture, International, Food, Landscape Ecology, Local, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

A more recent report on the progression of the resource nexus globally. Evaluates its correspondence with the sdgs and its involvement in their specific categories such as climate change mitigation, agri-food and forest systems, biodiversity, governance, sustainability, and more.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Food, Landscape Ecology, Local, Water

UNU-INWEH Water Security and Nexus Initiative

Organization, , , , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International

Course Sector: Urban Development

Topics: Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

Urbanet

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Adaptation, Industry, Mitigation, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences, especially with regard to the implementation of global agreements such as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the New Urban Agenda and the Paris Agreement

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Industry, Mitigation, Urban

Urbanising in Place: Building the food water energy nexus from below

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Europe, Agriculture, Energy, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To define components of an “agroecological urbanism”: a model of urbanisation which places food, metabolic cycles and an ethics of land stewardship, equality and solidarity at its core

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Sustainability, Urban

Vertical Green 2.0: Vertical greening for liveable cities

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Asia, Energy, Sustainability, Urban,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To re-invent and re-introduce vertical green systems (VG) as nature-based solutions which have the capacity to close cycles of energy, nutrients and wate

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Sustainability, Urban

Walking on new paths: Solutions for family farming facing climate change

Publication, 2023, English, , , Latin America, Environment, Governance, Local, Sustainability, Books and Chapters

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: English
Year: 2023

Description:

This is a book that reveals the relevance of innovation around climate change adaptation, technological and product innovations, innovations without governance. In the same way, it shares the experience of the innova af program, as well as lessons learned, challenges and future strategies that affirm the models of rural development and resilience. This book was written by Marcelo Sili, Miguel Altamirano, Ronny Cascante Ocampo in San José de Costa Riva

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Governance, Local, Sustainability

Water and Energy for Food Organization

Organization, , English, , Science and Technology, International, Energy, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Science and Technology
Description:

WE4F is a multinational organization that supports and provides financial assistance for innovations in water-food, energy-food, and water-energy-food. They also provide technical assistance and investment facilitation to support these innovations.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water

Water and Energy in California: Planning for a Sustainable Future Under Political and Climatic Change

Publication, 2020, English, , Government, United States, Energy, Energy Usage, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English
Year: 2020

Course Sector: Government
Description:

California’s perspective of climate change and how this is pushing policy makers to develop new strategies to hit climate targets. Their droughts and wildfires and intensely changing weather patterns have put stress on their water-energy systems and their vulnerability is needing innovation.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Energy Usage, Water

Water Energy Resilience Research Institute (WERRI)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, United States, Energy, Governance, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

Community of researchers at Berkeley Lab dedicated to advancing climate-resilient, energy-optimized solutions for secure water future

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Governance, Sustainability, Water

Water footprint fundamentals

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Urban Development, International, Environment, Environmental Footprint, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

In this course the concepts of Water Footprint are introduced. In the same way, the way to calculate the Water Footprint is shown, as well as the globalization of Water Management. Additionally, the Corporate Strategy and Government Policy is disclosed

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Environment, Environmental Footprint, Sustainability, Water

Water Footprint: a comprehensive look at the use of water

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Water and Sanitation, International, Adaptation, Environmental Footprint, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

This course seeks to raise awareness about the sustainability of water resource management and how the water footprint concept can be used to measure the impact on water use.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Environmental Footprint, Mitigation, Sustainability, Water

Water for Food Daughtry Global Institute, University of Nebraska

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To address the global challenge of achieving food security with less stress on water resources through water management in agricultural and food systems

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Water

Water in Latin America: Abundance amid global scarcity

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Water and Sanitation, Latin America, Adaptation, Agriculture, Local, Sustainability, Urban Agriculture, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: Latin America
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

This course is developed in collaboration with the Universidad delos Andes, Colombia. This course lasts approximately 10 weeks (3-4 hours per week). The objective of this course is to describe the importance of water in Latin America, in the same way it seeks to raise awareness about the need to improve strategies on water management in the region. Similarly, it seeks to understand how the economic sector can explain some problems.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Local, Sustainability, Urban Agriculture, Water

Water management for the cities of the future

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Water and Sanitation, International, Governance, Sustainability, University, Urban, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Water and Sanitation
Description:

This course is designed for public officials related to the water and sanitation sector, private companies dedicated to water management, among others. The course seeks to develop skills on knowledge of the challenges and concepts related to water management in urban areas.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Governance, Sustainability, University, Urban, Water

Water resource management for agriculture resilient to climate change

Course, , Spanish, Short Course, Agriculture, International, Adaptation, Agriculture, Climate Change, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Short Course
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This course introduces the basic concepts on the management of water resources, technologies and policies for water management. In the same way, irrigation technologies are disclosed

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Agriculture, Climate Change, Sustainability, Water

Water-Energy Nexus in Europe

Publication, 2019, English, , Agriculture, Europe, Agriculture, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2019

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The European Union’s efforts to become climate neutral while balancing the increasing demand for energy and water. Management and resource strategies needing to be implemented to reach this climate neutral goal.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Water Treatment

Water-Energy Nexus of Water and Wastewater Services in Lebanon

Publication, 2021, English, , Government, Asia, Energy, Food, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Asia
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Government
Description:

Highlights the challenges of the interconnectedness of energy and water and the governance challenges that interfere with their integration. Outlines the cost and efficiency obstacles that also stand in the way of the energy and water sectors working interconnectedly in Lebanon.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Water, Water Treatment

Water-Energy-Food Institute (WEFI)

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Europe, Agriculture, Climate Change, Community, Decarbonization, Energy, Food, Food Security, Hunger, Landscape Ecology, Organization, Recycle, Sustainability, Urban, Urban Agriculture, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To serves as a research venue for students and scholars and an outreach venue to other teaching and research institutions, professional organizations, and decision-makers in an effort to establish collaborations on different aspects of water-energy-food interactions.We research economic, environmental, and social aspects of Water, Energy, and Food availability, distribution, decision-making, and policy design

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Climate Change, Community, Decarbonization, Energy, Food, Food Security, Hunger, Landscape Ecology, Organization, Recycle, Sustainability, Urban, Urban Agriculture, Water

Water-Energy-Food Nexus

Course, , Spanish, Certificate Program, Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: International
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Certificate Program
Course Program: Online
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is a course for professionals who have the perspective of broadening their knowledge towards sustainable development. The course seeks to present the relationship and interconnection between the different concepts that make up the nexus.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Water-Energy-Food Nexus

Course, , Spanish, Certificate Program, Urban Development, South America, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: South America
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Certificate Program
Course Program: Face to Face
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Water-Energy-Food Security Resource Platform

, , English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The Water, Energy & Food Security Resource Platform is an independent information and facilitating platform. Serves as a global information hub of Nexus news, resources, and events

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Urban, Water

Water-Energy-Food-Health Nexus Renewable Resource Initiative (WEFRAH)

, , English, , Urban Development, International, Energy, Food, Renewable Energy, Urban, Water,

Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To make AUB a regional hub for innovations in water-energy-food-health nexus and interconnectedness in renewable resources in arid and semiarid regions. Do so through increasing collaboration and expanding research, education, and capacity development

Topics: Energy, Food, Renewable Energy, Urban, Water

Water-food-energy-ecosystem nexus

Publication, 2022, English, , Urban Development, Europe, Energy, Food, International, Landscape Ecology, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

The report is a brief explanation of how the FEW nexus affects transboundary settings. It explains how current decisions based on energy, land, and water management affect these settings. It also provides sublinks to basins in the western part of the world and how their transboundary settings have been affected.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, International, Landscape Ecology, Water

Water, energy and food. 3 basic elements united by Sustainable Development.

Course, , Spanish, Certificate Program, Urban Development, Europe, Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water,

Type of Resource: Course
Geographical Focus: Europe
Language: Spanish

Course Program: Certificate Program
Course Program: Face to Face
Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This course is aimed at everyone who is interested in learning about the impact of everyday actions on the climate and the environment. In the same way, it is a course in which important elements of the concepts of water, energy and food are disclosed.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Sustainability, Water

Water, Energy, Food Security, Ecosystems in Africa

Publication, 2021, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Energy, Food Security, Landscape Ecology, Water, Water Treatment, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2021

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This report focuses on discussing how to develop the water, energy, and food security sectors in Africa where they are struggling. All of this is discussed to be worked towards by each of the African networks in coherence and in accordance to sustainability.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food Security, Landscape Ecology, Water, Water Treatment

Water, Energy, Food, Nexus, Interactions Assessment

Publication, 2018, English, , Agriculture, Africa, Agriculture, Energy, Food, Solar Electricity, Water, Reports

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English
Year: 2018

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

The report introduces the solar based water pumping systems approach in Africa and how it is much more sustainable compared to systems relying on fossil fuels. These solar based systems will provide electricity to many African communities and therfore improve their water access.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Food, Solar Electricity, Water

Water, Food and Energy

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Water, Food and Energy

Publication, 2022, English, , Agriculture, International, Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water, Blog

Type of Resource: Publication
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English
Year: 2022

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

This report provides a short overview of the nexus between food energy and water as well as how urban sustainability fits into this. It incorporates interesting figures of data from across the world. Engaging report that is a great introduction into FEWSUS.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, Landscape Ecology, Water

WEF Nexus in Africa Initiative

Organization, , English, , Agriculture, Africa, Energy, Food, University, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English

Course Sector: Agriculture
Description:

To develop a community of practice that fosters capacity building with local and global partners that address the intersection of the water, energy and food (WEF) systems in Africa resulting in more sustainable communities, opportunities for project development, learning and outreach in the WEF nexus arena.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Energy, Food, University, Water

WEFE Nexus Project at the JRC

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

To help the design and implementation of European policies that are dependent on water in order to identify areas for EU policy convergence, coordination and integration. By combining expertise and data from across the JRC, the WEFE-Nexus project provides support to several Commission DGs, informing cross-sectoral policymaking on how to improve the resilience of water-using sectors such as energy, agriculture and ecosystems

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Water

West African Science Service Center on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, Africa, Adaptation, Environment, Hydrogen, Mitigation,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: Africa
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

A large-scale research-focused Climate Service Centre designed to help tackle climate challenges in West Africa and thereby enhance the resilience of human and environmental systems to climate change and increased variability.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Adaptation, Environment, Hydrogen, Mitigation

Wildlife Disease Association, Student Chapter

Organization, , English, , , United States, Landscape Ecology, Organization, University,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

A student organization that brings students into the world of wildlife health, provide networking opportunties, and experience in the field.

Topics: Landscape Ecology, Organization, University

Women In Nature Network

Organization, , English, , , United States, Environment, Stakeholder,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: United States
Language: English

Description:

Provide support and build connections between women to engage them in all aspects of conservation and to enhance their abilities to manage their natural resources and protect the natural environment.

Topics: Environment, Stakeholder

World Bank

Organization, , English, , , International, Sustainability,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Description:

The World Bank helps developing and struggling countries with financial support and guidance. This organization aims for sustainable growth and development and has specific focuses on sustainable cities and communities. They also aid businesses and governments with their services.

Topics: Sustainability

World Vision Organization

Organization, , English, , Urban Development, International, Agriculture, Food, Water,

Type of Resource: Organization
Geographical Focus: International
Language: English

Course Sector: Urban Development
Description:

This organization spends funding on providing clean water, food, economic assistance, education, disaster relief, and other beneficial services. Hygiene and health of individuals, especially in Africa, is emphasized under this institution.

This is an Urban Sustainability Resource

Topics: Agriculture, Food, Water

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