RCUK has announced new projects receiving funding as catalysts for public engagement in higher education institutions in the UK. This is part of the research impact agenda in the UK. More useful resources on the National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) site.
Interesting set of resources on methods and ideas from the National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation (NCDD). Covers public engagement in a wide policy sense. Useful publications such as a resource guide on public engagement covering approaches and techniques, and links out to resources on tools and initiatives.
The Eye on Earth Summit was held in Abu Dhabi 12-15 December 2011. Lots of high profile participants and a focus on access, needs and gaps in information for environment and sustainable development, looking for discussion and commitment at the Rio+20 meeting. News microsite on SciDev.net. UNEP was a key stakeholder and, as a footnote, launched a Carbon Calculator App that links habitat types and sequestration with carbon emission of paricular activities.
