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ID: 61360
Title: Makeover due for German Renewables Act.
Author: - News
Editor: Jorg-Rainer Zimmermann
Year: 2015
Publisher: BWE (German Wind Energy Association)
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: New Energy, Issue No.4 16-17 (2015)
Subject: New Energy
Keywords: Makeover, German, Renewables Act.
Abstract: Berlin (ib) Germany ' s Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG), which has served as the blueprint for green energy laws in numerous other countries, is set to undergo a major overhaul. In July, the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi) issued a white paper entitled ?Tendering procedures for the funding of renewable energy plants? in which it explains the planned versions. As of 2017, some of 80 percent of new renewable energy plants are to be funded by means of the tender system, according to the paper. The plans do not apply to small land-based wind turbines with an installed capacity below 1 megawatt (MW) and small and mid-sized solar power plants with a capacity of up to 1 MW, for which funding model of the 2014 version of the EEG will continue to apply.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61359
Title: The road to Paris
Author: Jorg-Rainer Zimmermann
Editor: Jorg-Rainer Zimmermann
Year: 2015
Publisher: BWE (German Wind Energy Association)
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: New Energy, Issue No.4 9-13 (2015)
Subject: New Energy
Keywords: Road, Paris.
Abstract: ?36 billion tones of greenhouse gases. This is the amount of emissions pumped into the world ' s atmosphere as a result of coal, oil and gas combustion in 2013 alone-and it is merely a snapshot in an alarming chain of developments: the absolute increase in emissions over the last ten years was greater than ever before since industrialization began. In this light, the ongoing efforts of the international community since the early 1990s to avert ?dangerous climate change? under the UN convention appear completely disconnected from reality. If current emission trends continue unchecked, the global mean temperature can be expected to rise by 3.7 to 4.8 degrees Celsius by the end of this century??
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61358
Title: Soil Nutrient, Microbial studies and Litho-Pedo-Hydro-Geochemical Analysis of Kodachadri area-Western Ghats Karnataka.
Author: G.N.Hegde and A.K.Rai.
Editor: Biodiversity of Kodachadri Hill Range (Mokambika Wildlife Sanctuary) 121-160 (2014)
Year: 2014
Publisher: Vivekananda Centre for Research Studies, Vivekananda Vidyavardhaka Sagha Puttur)
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biodiversity of Kodachadri Hill Range (Mokambika Wildlife Sanctuary) 121-160 (2014)
Subject: Biodiversity of Kodachadri Hill Range.
Keywords: Soil Nutrient, Microbial studies, Litho-Pedo-Hydro-Geochemical Analysis, Kodachadri area, Western Ghats, Karnataka.
Abstract: Kodachadri (Lat-13? 51` 39?; Long- 74? 52`29?) is a hilly region with peak altitude of 1343 m, in the ' Western Ghats ' of Shimoga district, Karnataka. The region is known for its unique biodiversity, shoal landscape, thick forests, complex geology, rich iron ores and number of scenic spots o tourists ' interest. It is located in the Hosanagara taluk of Shimoga district Karnataka at about 21 km from Kollur Mookambika Temple. The annual rain fall range form 500-750 cm is reported in the region.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: Deer, W.A; Howie, R.A; Zussman J. (1996). An introduction to rock forming minerals. 2nd Edition. District Resource Maps. (2005). (i) Shimoga, (ii) Udupi & Dakshina Kannada districts, Karnataka, Geological Survey of India, Kolkata.
Literature cited 2: Drinking Water Specification tolerance limits: IS: 10500, 1992, (Reaffirmed 1993). Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi. Geology and mineral resources of the states of India, part VIII, Karnataka and Goa (2006).Miscellaneous Publication No.30, Geological Survey of India, Kolkata.

ID: 61357
Title: Biodiversity of Kodachadri Hill Range.
Author: None
Editor: None
Year: 2014
Publisher: Vivekananda Centre for Research Studies, Vivekananda Vidyavardhaka Sagha Puttur)
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biodiversity of Kodachadri Hill Range (Mokambika Wildlife Sanctuary) 1-120 (2014)
Subject: Biodiversity of Kodachadri Hill Range.
Keywords: Introduction, Biodiversity, Kodachadri Hill Range.
Abstract: Biodiversity supports life on Earth. It contributes in numerous ways to our existence. Yet we are either unaware or do not really appreciate the value of biodiversity. Many of the people especially those who are in the developing countries depend directly or indirectly on the variety of plant and animal life that share this living space with us. Not only that, biodiversity is essential for sustaining the ecosystems that support various forms of life on Earth. When compared to the geological past, biodiversity is being eroded at present at an unprecedented rate due to various reasons like natural hazards, climate change, anthropogenic activities, habitat destruction, extension of agriculture, encroachment, tourism, etc. We must do something to prevent the loss of biodiversity. Creating awareness about the value of biodiversity is the first and foremost thing that an educational institution can undertake with the help of available expertise in their own departments.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: Abhishankar K (Ed), Shimoga District Gazetteer, Gazetteer Department, Government of Karnataka, 1975, Available at: http://gazetteer.kar.nic.in/gazetteer/pdf/1975-26-0/Shimoga_1975_Chapter_General.pdf. Ali, S.2002, The Book of Indians Birds. BNHS, Oxford University Press, Mumbai.
Literature cited 2: Bhanumati, Y.C. (Ed) (1984): Sahyadri Khanda, University of Mysore. Bhat, Gopalkrishna K, 2003, Flora of Udupi.Indian Naturalist, Udupi.

ID: 61356
Title: Can we afford to neglect the traditional breeds?
Author: Sosamma Iype.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 231-240 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Afford, Neglect, Traditional Breeds.
Abstract: Awareness on the need of conserving biodiversity is increasing worldwide, at the same time the commercial developmental efforts aggravates the loss of biodiversity. Biodiversity on this earth is immense and amazing, whether it is in plants, animals or other living forms. It is there in air, water and land. Oceans, Seas, rivers, or wherever water is present, biodiversity is there .Mountains, valleys, plains-any form of land carry biodiversity. The earth has 10 million different species. Birds and mammals make up less than 0.5 percent of the 10 million different species. There are only 40 different species of domestic livestock according to FAO estimates. In these species there are more than 8000 domestic breeds. They are spread in different parts of the world and have adapted to the locality and requirements of the community. Breeds evolved over millions of years through the processes of natural selection and as well as artificial selection by man. Random sampling process also has influenced breed formation. Domestic animal diversity denotes the genetic differences within and between all breeds and species utilized in agriculture.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: Anderson, S.2003 Animal genetic resources and sustainable livelihoods 45 (2003) 331/339. Anisha, S., Bhasker, S., & Mohankumar, C.2011.Recombinant lactoferrin (Lf) of Vechur cow, the critical bred of Bos indicus and Lfgene variants. Gene Dec 30, Page 1.
Literature cited 2: DAD-IS.2012.Domestic Animal Diversity Information System. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (available at http://www.fao.org/dad-is/) (cited August2012). Government of Kerala.2012.Trend in livestock population. (Available at http://www.kerala.gov.in).

ID: 61355
Title: Sustainable Livestock Development-Issues and Concepts.
Author: T.P.Sethumadhavan.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 222-229 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Sustainable, Livestock, Development, Issues, Concepts.
Abstract: In the era where food security and food safety issues are emerging across the world, sustainable farming assumes more significance. Sustainability encompasses economic, social and environmental issues. Many of the farming systems in the country could not be made sustainable without giving due consideration to environmental issues. As part of intensive cultivation practices with heavy use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides even though the country could achieve spectacular growth in agriculture and allied sectors, people started realizing its ill effects. Organic farming is emerging as the viable farming system in the country in the areas of clean, green and ethical food production. Livestock farming and conservation practices facilitate organic farming in the country.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61354
Title: Navara- The Unique Medicinal and Nutritional Rice of Kerala.
Author: P.Narayanan Unni.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 217-220 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Navara, Unique, Medicinal, Nutritional Rice, Kerala.
Abstract: Navara- a medicinal type of rice is famed for its use in the ancient Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda. (Uniquely, ayurveda relies on herbs and massages and is increasingly gaining repute across the world as a complimentary system of medicine.). As Navara originated in a limited area and remains confined to this area (in this case, Kerala, India), it can be considered an endemic crop. According to ancient Ayurvedic texts, Ashtasnga Samgraha of Vaghbhata (7th century AD), and Susruta Samhita (400-200 BC), Navara is known as one ?Shastikas?-which is a variety of rice that matures in 60 days. (Tropically, rice takes upwards of 90 days to mature.) Shastikas are sweet in taste and are said to aid digestion.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61353
Title: Unhidden Treasures of "Maveli Nadu"
Author: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 207-215 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Unhidden, Treasures, Maveli Nadu.
Abstract: Every region has its claim to fame. Cristopher Columbus sailed from Europe to chart out a new route to capture the wealth of rich Kerala spices. English breeders imported Arabian horses to sire Derby winners. Kashmiri Saffron, Darjeeling Tea, French Champagne, China silk, Dhaka muslin, Venetian glass; all were much sought after treasures. Such reputations were cautiously built up and painstakingly maintained by the masters of that region, combining the best of Nature and Man, traditionally handed over from one generation to the next for centuries. Gradually, a specific link between the goods and place of production evolved resulting in growth of geographical indications. In 1999, the Indian Parliament passed the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act; 1999.This act seeks to provide for the registration and better protection of geographical indications relating to goods in India.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61352
Title: Harvesting Water-The Traditional Way.
Author: G.S.Unnikrishanan Nair, K.P.Laladhas, Krishna P. and Oommen V. Oommen.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 202-205 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Harvesting Water, Traditional, Way.
Abstract: Water-it is one of earth ' s most abundant elements and a precious necessity that many of us do not get enough of. Our ancestors realized this fact and did a lot of things to conserve it. Water has been harvested in India since antiquity, with our ancestors perfecting the art of water management. Many water harvesting structures and water conveyance systems specific to the eco-regions and culture has been developed. There are many water harvesting systems in India like zing of Trans-Himalayan Region, Kul, Nula and Khatri of Western Himalayas, Bamboo drip irrigation of North-eastern Hill Ranges, Korambu in Eastern Ghats, Talab in Central highlands, Virdas in Western coastal plains, Katas in Eastern highlands, Kunds of Thar desert and Cheruvu of Deccan plateu. In Keral two such district systems are there; Panamkenis in Wayanad and Surangas in Kasaragod district.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61351
Title: Protection and promotion of traditional knowledge.
Author: P.G.Latha, S.Rajasekharan, P.Pushpangadan, Vinod Kumar T.G Nair and M.Navas.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 180-200 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Protection, Promotion, Traditional, Knowledge
Abstract: Traditional Knowledge (TK) is considered as the mother term which is directly linked with the tradition and culture of respective countries of the world. TK, Indigenous Knowledge (IK), Traditional Environmental Knowledge/Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and Local Knowledge (LK) generally refer to experienced long standing tradition and practices of certain regional indigenous or local communities. T k also encompasses the wisdom, knowledge, teaching and experience of these communities and usually it is orally transmitted from generation to generation. The definition of T K has been widely debated and discussed and it is yet to arrive at a common consensus and hence a universal definition could be provided because of its nature, characteristics, uses etc.TK, IK, TEK and LK are relative terms coined by policy makers, researchers or scholars belonging different traditions from time to time according to its origin and utility of genetic resources which is associated with biodiversity including plants, animal and microorganism diversity.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: Rajasekharan S 2010.Protection of Traditional Knowledge and SUI-GENERIS SYSTEM. Compendium on Intellectual Property Rights and Development: A National Perspective, Proceedings of 22nd Kerala Science Congress pp 79-91.Published by Kerala State for Science, Technology and Environment Thiruvananthapuram. Nagoya Protocol 2010.AICHI Target 18, https: //www.cbd.int/sp.
Literature cited 2: WIPO 2014.Report of Indigenous Expert Workshop on Intellectual Property and Genetic Resources, Traditional Knowledge and Traditional Cultural Expressions Twenty-Eight Session Geneva, July 7to 9, 2014, WIPO/GRTKF/IC/28/INF/9. Pushpangadan P, Rajasekharan S and George V 2002.Indigenous knowledge and Benefit Sharing- A TBGRI experiment in IK strategies for Kerala.

ID: 61350
Title: Waste to wealth-two models.
Author: G.S.Unnikrishanan Nair, K.P.Laladhas and Oommen V.Oommen
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 174-178 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Waste, Wealth, models.
Abstract: Attaining Energy, Water and Food Security for all is the greatest challenge Kerala is facing today. This challenge is going to be severe in the near future. Globally, Climate change had become a vital issue of our time and the biggest challenge for attaining sustainable development. We need to find a bio economic path towards sustainable development. The need of the hour is to improve our energy security with increased investments in renewable energy. Food security is another vital challenge we are facing, Energy, Water and Food are interdependent. Bringing to the forefront of the sustainable development agenda the energy -water-food nexus and putting natural capital at the centre will enhance the sustainability and resilience of ecosystems, two models for creating wealth from waste are presented here.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61349
Title: A Green, village Dream.
Author: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 166-172 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Green, Village, Dream
Abstract: Lush-green paddy fields, fascinating spice plantations, vibrant flower gardens, green meadows and grazing cattle, soothing breeze?.These are every city dweller ' s dream. Tourism is moving from Resorts to farm lands or rather farms are welcoming tourists. Farm Tourism, the latest trend in Tourism sector is catching up throughout the world. The concept of Farm tourism (Agro Tourism) is a direct expansion of Ecotourism, which encourages visitors to experience agricultural life at first hand. Agro tourism is gathering strong support from small communities, as rural people have realized the benefits of sustainable development brought about by this.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61348
Title: Green warriors.
Author: Preetha N., G.S. Unnikrishnan Nair, K.P.Laladhas, Annie Mathai, Baijulal B., Vijayasree A.S., Oommen V. Oommen.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 149-164 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Green, Warriors.
Abstract: Committed individuals find their own ways to help save the nature. A number of people have worked on individual levels for the protection and conservation of biodiversity. These efforts stand out as isolated islands amongst the unsustainable exploitation of bio-resources. Many of these efforts go unrecognized. This chapter highlights the efforts of a few individuals who has been honored with Kerala State Biodiversity Awards for their untiring work for Biodiversity Conservation.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61347
Title: Biodiversity Governance at local level-best Practices.
Author: K.P.Laladhas, Preetha N., Mithrambika N.B. and Oommen V. Oommen.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 143-147 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Biodiversity, Governanace, Local Level-Best Practices.
Abstract: Best BMC award was instituted by KSBB in 2013 to recognize outstanding models of biodiversity governance by local self government. Development works best by example and it is contagious, and honoring the achievements of BMC sends a positive signal. Activities of BMC were assessed based on the environmental impact and other factors by an expert committee. The initial recipients of Best BMC award BMCs of Edavaka Grama Panchayat of Wayanad district and Eraviperoor Grama Panchayat of Pathanamthitta district represent good practices of biodiversity conservation from across the state.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: None
Literature cited 2: None

ID: 61346
Title: A tribal Panchayat shows the way of sustainability
Author: K.P.Laladhas, Baijulal B., Preetha N. and Oommen V.Oommen.
Editor: G.S.Unnikrishnan Nair, Dr.Preetha N., Dr.Baijulal B.
Year: 2015
Publisher: Kerala State Biodiversity Board.
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability 136-141 (2015)
Subject: Biocultural Heritage and Sustainability
Keywords: Tribal, Panchayat, The way of sustainability.
Abstract: Idamalakkudi is the lone tribal Grama Panchayat in Kerala and probably the only Grama Panchayat with no motorable roads, electric connection or telecommunication facilities. The inhabitants of Indamalakkudi Grama Panchayat belong to Muthuvan community generally known as the ?basket-making community?. Forest and forest resources, play a significant role in the daily life of Muthuvans providing them with food, medicine, fodder, fuel, wood and a wide range of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTPFs). The Muthuvan tribe in Idamalakkudi remains one of the most isolated indigenous tribes of the Western Ghats, as they dwells in the deep jungle. The extreme difficulty in reaching the place, as one has to travel more than 10 km by foot through the dense forest makes them isolated from urbanization. Traditional ecological knowledge rooted in indigenous cultures plays an essential role in contributing to local biodiversity conservation and they have been attributed to a practical knowledge of utilizing bioresources sustainably. The tribal population in this area has learnt to maintain the ecological balance in a suitable manner and is mostly self sufficient for their daily requirements.
Location: T E 15 New Biology Building.
Literature cited 1: Ajesh T.P. and R.Kumuthakalavalli, (2013) Botanical ethnography of Muthuvans from the Idukki district of Kerala, International Journal of Plant, Animal and Environment Sciences, Vol 23, issue 2, April-June 2013.
Literature cited 2: Ajesh T.P, S.A Abdulla Naseef and R.Kumuthakalavalli (2012) Preliminary study on the utilization of wild vegetables by Muthuvan tribes of Idukki district of Kerala, India, International Journal of Applied Biology and Pharmaceutical Technology Vol 3, issue 2 Ajesh T.P, S.A Abdulla Naseef and R.Kumuthakalavalli (2012) Ethnobotanical documentation of wild edible fruits used by Muthuvan tribes of Idukki, Kerala-India Int JPharm Bio Sci 2012 July; 3 (3) : (p) 479-487.