Environmental Emergencies Centre Website Infographic (2014)
Communication Material
This infographic presents the Environmental Emergencies Centre site analysis and website usage statistics during the year 2014. Read More
Additional Resource
INFORM – Global Open-Source Index for Risk Management
Tool
INFORM is a global, open-source risk assessment for humanitarian crises and disasters. It can support decisions about prevention, preparedness and response. Read More
Additional Resource
The Quantification of Low-Probability / High-Consequences Events: Part I
Report / Study
A study presenting a novel, generic, multi-risk framework based on the sequential Monte Carlo Method (MCM) to allow for a straightforward and flexible implementation of hazard interactions, which may occur in a complex system. Read More
A mission report covering the technical scoping mission jointly conducted through the UNDAC system and the JEU, regarding a dam stability assessment in the Solomon Islands. Read More
Additional Resource
Small Arms Survey Handbook – Unplanned Explosions at Munitions Sites (UEMS)
Guideline
The Small Arms Survey Handbook is a reference and training tool providing contextual information on Unplanned Explosions at Munitions Sites (UEMS). Read More
Additional Resource
UNDAC Landslide Advisory Visit in Serbia – June 2014
Mission Report
A mission report by the British Geological Survey covering the Cyclone Tamara, which hit northern-central Serbia between 13-18 May in 2014. Read More
Key Resource
UN Environment/OCHA Joint Unit – Environmental Emergency Risk Index (EERI) Fact Sheet
Communication Material
This fact sheet presents the Environmental Emergency Risk Index (EERI) created by the UN Environment/OCHA Joint Unit. Read More
Additional Resource
UNEP/OCHA Joint Environment Unit – Environment Marker
Tool
A tool enabling each humanitarian project to identify its potential impact on the local environment, providing guidance on how to address it in a manner which is tailored to the specific country. Read More
Additional Resource
Terms of Reference (ToR) Geohazards Expert
Policy Document
This document describes the required background and key responsibilities of experts deployed by the JEU during emergency response missions. Read More
Additional Resource
American Security Project: Environmental Dimensions of Sustainable Recovery
Case Study
This article provided by the American Security Project summarizes the key outcomes of the Environmental Dimensions of Sustainable Recovery event. Read More
Additional Resource
UNHCR Report: Planned Relocation, Disasters and Climate Change
Policy Document
A UNHCR report providing guidance and information regarding planned relocation in relation to disasters and climate change, with the aim to consolidate good practices and preparing for the future. Read More
Additional Resource
INSARAG Guidelines for Urban Search and Rescue Teams (USAR)
Guideline
Guidelines made in 2015 by the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) to ensure better coordination during earthquake responses. Read More
