We aim to regularly review and update these links to useful environmental and climate change information, tools, and database resources, but please do let us know if you are aware of additional links to resources which would be beneficial to include.
Key mine action resources
A selection of key resources on mine action and the environment.
Title | Author/date | Topic and summary |
|---|---|---|
| International Mine Action Standard (IMAS) 7:13 on Environmental management in mine action | IMAS Review Board (March 2017) | Environmental Management
This standard sets a number of generic and minimum requirements for environmental management in the mine action sector. The standard is currently being revised and the updated standard will hopefully be published by the end of 2023. |
| Policy brief - Mitigating the environmental impacts of explosive ordnance and land release | Mine Action Review (October 2021) | Land release (Survey and Clearance) Overview of environmental considerations in relation to land release |
Climate Change and Extreme Weather: How Can Mine Action Programs Adapt to Our Changing Environment? | CEOBS; PeaceTrees Vietnam (December 2021) | Climate Change and Resilience |
GICHD (December 2021) | Explosive ordnance contamination | |
NPA (October 2021) | Environmental assessments | |
CEOBS; NPA (September 2021) | Explosive ordnance disposal and routes to alternatives | |
Assessing the environmental impact of mine action: tools, tips, and techniques | CEOBS; NPA (June 2021) | Environmental assessments |
NPA (April 2021) | Waste management in mine action and local partnerships | |
International Women’s Day 2021: Women, mine action and the environment | CEOBS; NPA (March 2021) | Land release (Survey and Clearance) |
CEOBS; NPA (October 2020) | Land release (Survey and Clearance) | |
Tajikistan shows why humanitarian disarmament must adapt to climate change | CEOBS (July 2020) | Climate Change and Resilience |
Disposal of Explosive Ordnance and Environmental Risk Mitigation | GICHD (July 2020) | Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) |
CEOBS; NPA (April 2020) | Land release (Survey and Clearance) | |
UNDP (February 2020) | Climate Change and Resilience | |
DRM Consultancy; GICHD (April 2018) | Land release (Survey and Clearance) | |
'Do no harm' and mine action: Protecting the environment while removing the remnants of conflict | GICHD (June 2014) | Land release (Survey and Clearance) |
Networks - environmental organisations
To support mine action organisations with environmental initiatives, local partners – such as environmental NGOs – are critical. In addition to local contacts, the following networks can also be used to help find environmental organisations operating in different regions.
UN environment programme (UNEP) accredited organisations
This lists major groups and stakeholders who are accredited and granted observer status to the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) of UNEP.
Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR)
The GNDR is an international network of civil society organisations working together to strengthen the resilience of communities most at risk of disasters, including climate change. It allows member organisations to connect and collaborate. Membership is free and there are no annual fees.
International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)
The IUCN has a directory of members, which includes States and government agencies, NGOs, indigenous peoples' organisations, scientific and academic institutions, and business associations.
Partnership for Environment and Disaster Risk Reduction (PEDRR)
PEDRR have regional networks in Asia/Pacific, Africa, West Asia/MENA, Latin America/Caribbean, Europe and North America, which include universities, NGOs, governmental agencies, and international organisations. Interactive maps are provided for locating regional partners and an expert roster.
UN Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), PreventWeb
PreventWeb provides a global knowledge sharing platform for disaster risk reduction (DDR) and resilience, including a regional directory of organisations working in DDR.
The International Conservation Caucus Foundation (ICCF) Group
The ICCF Group work with a range of partners to implement conservation projects, safeguard wildlife and biodiversity, and restore habitats.
Joint calls/statements relevant to mine action and the environment
Recent joint calls relating to the environment, and supported by various mine action and affiliated organisations.
APMBC Intersessionals June 2023: side event on mine action and the environment
