New Publications of ICIMOD
Technical Publications
1. Dhar, T. N., 2000.Land policies, land management and land degradation
in the Hindu Kush-Himalayas: India Study Report (MFS [Mountain Farming
Systems] case study series no.00/1). 82p. ISSN 1561-8676]
Price
US$ 15.00 (Developed Countries)
US$ 10.00 (Developing Countries)
US$ 7.50 (ICIMOD Member Countries)
Abstract
The present study on land policies, land management and land degradation
in the north western Himalayan region of India is a part of an overall
effort by ICIMOD to assess the impact of land policies on land
management and land degradation in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. The
study geographically covers states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal
Pradesh and hilly region of Uttar Pradesh.
The study has touched upon a variety of research issues related to land
policy , management and state of degradation. These include, land and
land related policies evolved and implemented by the state governments
and the Federal government. The policy area scope of the study included
all land policies pertaining to environment, forests, agriculture land
use, land reforms, common property land management, biodiversity, wild
life, and agricultural policies. Gaps between policies and ground
realities have been analysed and highlighted in appropriate areas. The
study also looked at processes and evolution of various land policies in
this region and interesting fact have come to light in different states.
Study has indicated that stakeholders perceptions about sustainable land
use may differ much from the land use plans of governments. Similarly,
study also highlights the differences about land use approaches among
various agencies and governments. Consequently, policies and land use
planning for water, energy, demography, industrial development, tourism
prepared by different departments/ agencies show marked differences. The
diversity of policies and land use approaches have led to the evolution
of a mosaic of land degradation problems and contributing factors.
Keyword(s): Land economics and policies/Land ownership/Land use/Forestry
policies/Biodiversity/Agricultural development/Tourism
policy/India/Hindu Kush-Himalayas
2. Banskota, M.; Chalise, S. R. (eds.) 2000. Waters of Life-
Perspectives of Water Harvesting in the Hindu Kush-Himalayas.
Proceedings of the Regional Workshop on Local Water Harvesting for
Mountain Households in the Hindu Kush-Himalayas, Kathmandu, March
14-16,1999. 101p. ISBN 92 9115 104 1 Vol. I 92 9115 118 1
Price
US$ 20.00 (Developed Countries)
US$ 15.00 (Developing Countries)
US$ 10.00 (ICIMOD Member Countries)
Abstract
The Hindu Kush-Himalayas (HKH) are the largest storehouse of fresh water
in the lower latitudes and such are important water towers for nearly
500 million people. They are the source of major river systems: the
Indus, the Ganges, the Yarlung-Tsangpo, the Brahmaputra, the Nu-Salween,
the Yangtze, and the Mekong. Also called the 'Third Pole' they contain
the largest mass of ice and snow outside the earth's polar regions.
Located at the highest elevations on earth, with the permanent snowline
at about 5,000 m, the mountain peaks of the HKH extend to 9,000 m. These
peaks contain many glaciers, including some of the longest outside the
polar regions. Availability of water at such great heights has also made
human life possible at higher elevations than elsewhere, with human
settlements beyond 4,000 m and temporary and seasonal settlements with
unique cultures and traditions even close to 6,000 m. The extreme
variability of climate and precipitation patterns, as well as extremely
inadequate knowledge on the hydrology of the HKH rivers and streams and
the complex interrelationships between ecology and hydrology in the
region impose serious scientific and technical limitations on the
development of HKH waters. This two-volume document discusses the
methods of harvesting water throughout the HKH mountains amongst a wide
variety of human groups, focussing on the efforts being made by local
communities for harvesting water. Many of the older systems are breaking
down while newer ones supported by government and development
organisations are limited. A concerted effort is needed to improve
existing systems through community participation while at the same time
expanding new systems.
Keyword(s): Water resources and management/Water harvesting/Mountain
life/Water utilization/Water resources/Mountain areas/Hindu
Kush-Himalayas
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General Publications
1. ICIMOD's Water Harvesting Programme Activities - a brochure in PDF
http://www.icimod.org.sg/focus/water/water.pdf
2. People and Resource Dynamics in Mountain Watersheds Project- Phase II
Brochure in PDF
http://www.icimod.org.sg/projects/pardyp.pdf
3. Using Natural Resources for Pest Management - PARDYP brochure in PDF
(Not available on-line)
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Posters
http://www.icimod.org.sg/publications/posters/moreposters.htm
1. International Year of Mountains Posters
Set of three posters (first three shown above)
institutions/individuals based in the HKH = US$ 5
institutions/individuals based outside the HKH = US $ 10
One poster
institutions/individuals based in the HKH = US$ 1
institutions/individuals based outside the HKH = US $ 2
2. ICIMOD Homepage Poster
institutions/individuals based in the HKH = US$ 1
institutions/individuals based outside the HKH = US $ 2
3. ICIMOD Poster
institutions/individuals based in the HKH = US$ 1
institutions/individuals based outside the HKH = US $ 2
The posters will be delivered safely in cardboard tubes.
Institutions interested in exhibiting or displaying these posters
prominently for the general public to view, can obtain these posters
gratis by writing and explaining how, where, when, for how long, and for
whom they plan to display these posters.
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ICIMOD provides its technical publications free-of-charge to:
- institutions with whom it has entered into formal publications'
exchange agreements
- developing country institutions with a mandate for sustainable
development of the Hindu Kush-Himalayan region - a written request
highlighting the institution' programme thrusts is required; and
- students from the ICIMOD Member Countries pursuing a university degree
related to sustainable mountain development - a maximum of two documents
will be provided gratis upon submission of a photocopy of the student's
valid identity card and information pertaining to the degree being
pursued.
The following discounts are offered:
75% discount to students from the Hindu Kush-Himalayan Region
50% discount to full-time students worldwide
25% discount for bulk orders of 10 documents or more of any publication.
All general publications, as listed below, are available free-of-charge
for all countries.
a. ICIMOD Newsletter (published three times a year)
b. Issues in Mountain Development (8-12 issues published annually)
c. Annual Report
d. Brochures, pamphlets, and other public relations' materials
e. Publications' Catalogue
For information on other ICIMOD Publications, visit the Publications'
Catalogue.
All prices quoted include the cost of handling and shipping. For orders
and further inquiries, please write to:
Nira Gurung-Burathoki
Distribution Officer
ICIMOD
P.O. Box 3226
Kathmandu, NEPAL
Tel: 977-1-525313,536747
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International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)
Kathmandu, Nepal
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