The AAAS On-Call Scientists project connects scientists, engineers and health professionals interested in volunteering their skills and knowledge with human rights organizations that are in need of scientific expertise. Through On-Call Scientists, Bank Information Center and a coalition of other organizations is seeking assistance monitoring compliance of the Oyu Tolgoi copper/gold mine in southern Mongolia with international human rights and environmental standards (http://www.bicusa.org/en/Article.12675.aspx). The Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) was recently disclosed, beginning the 60 day consultation period with civil society. The organization seeks help with basic analysis and review of the document, specifically those related to desert ecology and biodiversity. The volunteer would be reviewing the Biodiversity Management Plan as support for the assessment. The relevant documents can be found at the following link: http://www.ot.mn/en/node/2679. The volunteer would be asked to write a 3-10 page analysis outlining potential technical issues, strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations based on a desk review of the relevant sections of the ESIA.
If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected] for more information. Please note that the organization wishes to start this project on September 6, so respond soon if you are interested.
