Title: Environmental Coalition of Romania (CMR)

URL: http://coalitiapentrumediu.ro/

Description: The Environmental Coalition aims to contribute to sustainable development in Romania and the involvement of civil society in this process. The Coalition is comprised of 74 environmental NGOs in Romania and has the following objectives: Raising awareness and decision makers on environmental protection; Increasing public participation in actions to reduce and prevent environmental impact; Improving the quality of education on environment and sustainable development; Increasing civil society involvement in developing policies to reduce the impact of human activities on the environment; Increasing representation of environmental NGOs in Romania at the national and international level; Improving the institutional framework of business environmental NGOs in Romania; Empowering decision makers.

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Title: Ural Ecological Union

URL: http://ecoural.narod.ru/Index.htm

Description: The Ural Ecological Union is a regional public non-profit organization formed in 1989. It brings together the knowledge of scientists, public figures, teachers, lawyers, journalists, entrepreneurs, and economists whose professional activities relate to the environment. The mission of the Ural Ecological Union is the promotion of environmental improvement in the Urals, the quest for sustainable development in the region through environmental education, the implementation of significant environmental projects, independent examination, legislative activities, and lobbying of national and local authorities for the protection of the environment. The Ural Ecological Union is a member of the International Socio- Ecological Union.

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Title: Energy 21

URL: http://energy21.ngobg.info/

Description: The missions of the NGO are the promotion of energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources, training of specialists, curriculum development and other forms of training, consultancy, research and development in the field of energy and the environment, and discussion of legislative initiatives and decisions related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and environmental protection. The organizations cooperates with similar organizations, private companies, and government institutions in the country and abroad on regional, national, and international projects. The objective of the organization is to work toward sustainable energy usage and production through the use of modern technologies.

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Subject:   Sustainable energy,  Renewable energy,  Environmental protection

Title: Environment People Law (EPL)

URL: http://epl.org.ua/

Description: International public interest environmental law organization Environment People Law (EPL) was founded in 1994 with the aim of helping to protect the environmental rights of citizens and organizations and to promote the protection of nature, environmental education, and science and culture. Its mission is the rule of law for environmental protection Its activities include advocacy, law drafting, analysis, and lawyer training. EPL offers a clinical environmental law program for students of Law at Ivan Franko National University.

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Subject:   Environmental justice,  Environmental law

Title: MAMA-86

URL: http://mama-86.org.ua/archive/index.htm

Description: In 1990 a group of young mothers with university education were concerned about the effects of the Chernobyl disaster on public health and united to protect the interests of their children. Since 1991 the group has been known as Kiev City NGO MAMA-86 Kyiv. Today the organization consists of 17 regional centers in Kyiv, Kyiv region, Donetsk region Donetsk, Kirovohrad, Lutsk, Mykolayiv, beautiful ancient city of Chernihiv Region, New Kahovka Kherson region, Poltava, Sumy, Sumy, Tatarbunary Odessa region, Ternopil, Feodosia, Kharkov, Khmelnitsky and Yaremcha Ivano- Frankivsk region. The central office is located in the city of Kyiv. The purpose of MAMA-86 is to promote greening policies and practices in Ukraine in order to transition the country to sustainable development - that is, development that does not harm current generations and leaves a positive legacy. The mission of our organization is strengthening the role of mothers in education and society in the process of decision-making to improve the living standards of citizens.

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Subject:   Environmental policy,  Children,  Women

Title: TERRA Mileniul III Foundation

URL: http://terramileniultrei.ro/

Description: TERRA Mileniul III Foundation is an environmental organization, founded in 1998. Its mission is to develop ecological programs in order to raise public awareness regarding the effects of climate change and to promote programs for sustainable development at the national, regional, and global level. Its activities include environmental activities and programs on a local, regional and global level, mainly related to climate change; activities and programs to prevent the negative impact of public or private projects on the environment and communities; activities and programs to promote legislation and legislation changes in the environmental sector and associated sectors; educational activities for children and adults encouraging the transfer of environmentally-friendly technologies and techniques; scientific research in environment-related fields; collaboration with local and/or regional administrations and communities to protect local and regional ecosystems; collaborative programs with similar international organisations in the social, educational, and environmental sectors; the promotion of public participation, especially of youth, in the decision-making process and solving environmental problems.

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Title: Tut Gryazi Net

URL: http://tut-gryazi.net/

Description: Our organization was created to protect the environmental rights and interests of the citizens of the Russian Federation. To date, the environmental situation in Russia is abysmal; in the environmental rankings, Russia ranks 106th, behind leaders in pollution, such as India and China. The reason for this is flawed environmental legislation and ignorance on the part of citizens. We raise the banner of struggle against the catastrophic ecological situation in the Russian Federation. We are fighting for legitimate laws to protect the rights of the people to health, clean air, land, and water.

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Subject:   Ecology,  Russia,  Environmental protection

Title: All-Russian Center for the Protection of Nature (VOOP)

URL: http://voop.spb.ru/

Description: The All-Russian Society for the Protection of Nature (VOOP) is a Russian social, educational and cultural organization whose mission is to support ecology and society in the regions and the country. Its aims include saving the environment and a variety of flora and fauna and keeping and improving public health. VOOP's main activities include: giving assistance to state bodies to assure the stable and ecologically safe development of Russia; ecological education of the population; scientific, technical, and practical activities for environmental protection; consulting with parties about water use; organizing ecological monitoring of territories; and implementing up-to-date technologies for effective state ecological control.

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Subject:   Conservation,  Russia,  Environmental protection,  Environmental education

Title: Association for Forests, Development and Conservation (AFDC)

URL: http://www.afdc.org.lb/

Description: The Association for Forests, Development and Conservation (AFDC) was established in 1993 to achieve sustainable conservation of natural resources, raise awareness and build capacities to contribute to the national efforts for better environmental management. Fundamental to AFDC_x0092_s mission is the pursuit of community-based conservation for the sustainable livelihoods of people. This comes from the idea that conservation will fail if local communities do not benefit from it. AFDC's objectives include: developing local communities while maintaining conservation and the sustainable management of forests and natural resources; capacity building and public awareness in fields and issues related to the environment and sustainable development; conducting and disseminating studies and research related to different environmental and sustainable development issues; lobbying for changes in environmental and sustainable development policies; encouraging youth involvement and participation in development practices including working towards the establishment of youth centers and hostels.

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Subject:   Environmental education,  Sustainable development

Title: Bulgaria in Europe Association

URL: http://www.bgeu.biz/

Description: "Bulgaria in Europe" Association was established in 2005 with the mission and aim to develop and validate civil society in Bulgaria by supporting civic participation at the national and local levels in the process of accession to the European structures. The organization assists the state and local authorities to implement projects for environmental protection, to help disadvantaged people by protecting human rights and through social assistance. The association organizes and conducts seminars, training, workshops, and other public events related to the discussion and search for solutions to pressing social problems and presenting them to the public. The association works in partnership with various organizations and institutions at different levels.

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Subject:   Bulgaria,  Environmental Protection,  Human Rights

Title: Citizens’ Alliance for Saving the Atmosphere and the Earth (CASA)

URL: http://www.bnet.ne.jp/casa

Description: The Citizens’ Alliance for Saving the Atmosphere and the Earth (CASA) is a nationwide network of advocacy groups and activists that focus on the issues of global climate change and air pollution in local cities. The organization also advocates for the use of clean energy and non-reliance on nuclear energy.

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Subject:   Renewable,  Pollution prevention,  Climate change mitigation,  Social advocacy,  Energy sources

Title: Centre for Sustainable Policy Ecopolis

URL: http://www.ecopolis.org.ro/

Description: The Centre for Sustainable Policy Ecopolis is an environmental NGO created to promote the principles of sustainable development in law. It aims to move beyond debate over environmental problems in the country to find concrete public policy solutions. This starts with aggregating expertise, monitoring problematic areas, and drafting legislative proposals – solutions. The organization builds support for their solutions by educating the public.

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Subject:   Environmental conditions

Title: Ecoportal

URL: http://www.ecoportal.net/Servicios/Directorio_de_ONGs/M/Movimiento_Verde_Colombiano_-_MOVER

Description: Ecoportal's mission is to inform, educate, and raise awareness about environmental and social issues, and to serve as a discussion space for organizations and individuals interested or involved in these areas. Started in 2000, the site provides courses on socio-economic issues, a weekly ezine called "Environment and Society", campaigns to safeguard the environment, a glossary of environmental terms, and a review of environmental legislation. All materials are in Spanish.

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Subject:   Colombia,  Environmental protection,  Sustainable development,  Social justice

Title: Estonian Fund for Nature (ELF)

URL: http://www.elfond.ee/

Description: Since 1991, the Estonian Fund for Nature has worked to preserve Estonia's natural diversity and promote the sustainable use of its natural resources through environmental education, nature conservation, and sustainable development. (See also the related site http://www.rohelinevarav.ee/.)

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Subject:   Sustainable development,  Environmental protection,  Environmental education

Title: Energy Efficient Cities of Ukraine (EEMU)

URL: http://www.enefcities.org.ua

Description: Energy Efficient Cities of Ukraine (EEMU) a voluntary NGO, created to promote energy efficient principles among member municipalities. Our focus is transforming local economies into sustainable communities. We build relationships with key stakeholders on a local level to help communities achieve energy security, preserve the environment, improve local quality of life and continue along the path of sustainable development. Our awareness raising campaigns, informational support, seminars, workshops, consulting sessions, and projects are meant to improve the efficiency of energy consumption and lower energy bills; improve the quality of energy services and create a forecast for energy demand; increase investment in municipal energy efficiency projects and related infrastructure, and pioneer new financing methods; develop more effective institutional frameworks within local communities and implement efficient approaches to managing energy consumption, supply and production; and partake in national policy making pertaining to the implementation of European initiatives for energy security, sustainable development and environmental protection.

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Subject:   Energy Efficiency,  Climate,  Ukraine

Title: Ethiopia Rainwater Harvesting Association (ERHA)

URL: http://www.ethiorainwater.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1&Itemid=1

Description: The Ethiopia Rainwater Harvesting Association (ERHA) was founded on December 17, 1999 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by citizens in order to mitigate the threat of water scarcity by harvesting rainwater. This organization’s vision is to see rainwater utilized as an alternative, sustainable source of water to improve the livelihoods of both rural and urban communities. The ERHA is a member of the Greater Horn of Africa Rainwater Partnership (GHARP) and five additional rainwater networks.

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Subject:   Water,  Sustainable development,  Environmental protection

Title: Green Anhui

URL: http://www.green-anhui.org/

Description: Green Anhui is a local environment protection organization founded in 2009 in Anhui. Its missions are: focusing on environmental issues, promoting recyclable economy and sustainable development, engaging in public governance of related issues and pursuing balanced society and environment balanced development. Its projects have reached Hefei, Bengbu, and Wuhu.

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Subject:   Sustainable development,  Environmental issues

Title: MA'AN Development Center

URL: http://www.maan-ctr.org/index.php

Description: MA’AN Development Center is an independent Palestinian development and training institution established in January,1989, registered by law as a non-profit organization. The main office is located in Ramallah and the four branch offices are located in Gaza, Khan Younis, Tulkarem and Jenin. MA’AN's work is informed by the necessity of creating independent, self-reliant initiatives that lead to the development of human resources for sustainable development, which incorporate values of self-sufficiency and self-empowerment. Its mission is the following: to improve the food security situation of the poorest and most marginalized sectors of the Palestinian society at the family & community level; to develop and enhance the capacities of the Palestinian NGOs, CBOs and grassroots organizations to be able to fulfill their missions and goals so as to contribute to building a Palestinian civil and democratic society based on political pluralism and respect of human rights; to enhance community development and decrease poverty in rural and the most disadvantaged areas; to protect and develop the Palestinian environment; to raise awareness and advocate for and with the Palestinian community on their national rights at the local, national, and international level.

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Subject:   Environmental protection,  Environmental education,  Sustainable development,  Social advocacy

Title: MAMA-86

URL: http://www.mama-86.org.ua/

Description: In 1990 a group of young mothers with university education were concerned about the effects of the Chernobyl disaster on public health and united to protect the interests of their children. Since 1991 the group has been known as Kiev City NGO MAMA-86 Kyiv. Today the organization consists of 17 regional centers in Kyiv, Kyiv region, Donetsk region Donetsk, Kirovohrad, Lutsk, Mykolayiv, beautiful ancient city of Chernihiv Region, New Kahovka Kherson region, Poltava, Sumy, Sumy, Tatarbunary Odessa region, Ternopil, Feodosia, Kharkov, Khmelnitsky and Yaremcha Ivano- Frankivsk region. The central office is located in the city of Kyiv. The purpose of MAMA-86 is to promote greening policies and practices in Ukraine in order to transition the country to sustainable development - that is, development that does not harm current generations and leaves a positive legacy. The mission of our organization is strengthening the role of mothers in education and society in the process of decision-making to improve the living standards of citizens.

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Subject:   Environmental policy,  Children,  Women

Title: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)

URL: http://www.teriin.org/index.php

Description: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), established in 1974,TERI is a wholly independent not-for-profit research institute. Its mission is to develop and promote technologies, policies and institutions for efficient and sustainable use of natural resources.

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Subject:   Environmental technology,  Environmental research,  Environmental education

Title: Zhiva Planeta

URL: http://www.zhiva-planeta.org.ua/

Description: The mission of the Ukrainian public organization "Living Planet" is the development of environmental democracy and improving the environment and quality of life in Ukraine.

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Subject:   Environmental protection,  Ukraine,  Sustainable Development