8th Living Conference Climate Change and Governance Managing Impacts on Lakes

Norwich, England, University of East Anglia - The Zuckerman Institute for Connective Environmental Research 7th – 12th September 2003

8th International Living Lakes Conference 7th – 12th September 2003 The Zuckerman Institute for Connective Environmental Research University of East Anglia, Norwich, England, UK Climate Change and Governance

Pre-Conference Field Trip: 7 - 9 September 2003 in the Broads National Park Conference: 10 - 12 September 2003, The Zuckerman Institute, Norwich, UK On 13 September following the main conference the delegates of the Living Lakes network organisations will convene for an internal session. Fees Conference Fee (10th -12th September): 300 € This fee includes teas/coffee, three lunches, two evening meals, local shut- tle services and the cultural programme. Pre-Conference Field Trips (7th – 9th September): 150 € Two full days of guided field trips in the Broads National Park with two packed lunches, three evening meals, a map, boat trip. NGO Discount Representatives of non-governmental organisations (NGO) can obtain a discount of 25 % for the conference and field trip fees. Accommodation Bed and Breakfast in a single en suite facilities has been reserved at 60 € per night at the University of East Anglia in close proximity to the confer- ence venue. Please indicate on the registration form your accommodation needs. Cancellation/Refunds No refunds will be given after August 21, 2003. Cancellations received before August 22, 2003, will be refunded at 75% of the payment. Registration: With the attached registration form or under: www.globalnature.org Organisers: The conference is organised by the Living Lakes partner organisations Broads Authority and BTCV in cooperation with the , the coordinator of the Living Lakes partnership. Living Lakes is a global network of environmental partnership organisations striving for the protection of lakes and wetlands worldwide.

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Conference Themes: “Managing the Impacts of Climate Change” and “The Governance of Lakes and Protected Areas” The two conference themes will be explored in relation to lakes and wetlands, in particular from the Living Lakes network, with the objective of developing brief, focused guidance that is based on shared experiences and best practice. Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how these two themes are being addressed by the Broads Authority during the optional field trips prior to the conference. These will be held in the Broads National Park, a Living Lakes partner since the year 2000 and a Ramsar wetland of international importance.

Climate change will have an increasingly Governance is crucial to the successful major influence on regions all over the management of protected lakes and wet- world. It is predicted that lakes will be af- lands and requires careful nurturing and tun- fected by changes in water levels and water ing to meet local circumstances. Govern- quality. Changes in global temperatures will ance covers the ways in which decisions are have impacts on the rich of lakes made, who makes them, who is account- and wetlands and hence on fisheries. People able, funding arrangements and organi- might face severe reductions in drinking wa- sational structure. Trends include greater ter supplies and food. participatory management and partnerships. At the conference strategies for effective In the Broads key influences include rising stakeholder participation and managing sea levels and increasing frequency of change processes will be highlighted. storms, resulting in tidal surges that bring salt water into a freshwater system. This Wherries - the impact is likely to be compounded by chan- Broads` traditional ges in the distribution of rainfall, with drier sailing boats. summers and wetter winters changing the Governance requires availability of water in a catchment that is careful nurturing to intensively farmed in the driest part of the meet local circum- United Kingdom. stances like in the case of navigation.

The Broads Authority has three statutory duties: conserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the Broads, promoting the en- joyment of the Broads by the public and pro- tecting the interests of the navigation. It must take into account the needs of forestry and agriculture, and the socio-economic interests of those who live and work in the Broads. Discharging these functions is complex and Historic windmill in the Broads which used to challenging, particularly in a situation where drain the fens. Climate change and limits to fossil most of the National Park is under private resources require the consistent development of ownership and some 80 organisations have modern renewable energy systems. an interest in the Broads and how it is gov- At the Living Lakes conference scenarios of erned and managed. Among these organisa- possible impacts on lakes will be presented. tions is BTCV, which has worked closely Existing and new measures to reduce green with the Authority since its establishment in house gases in lake regions will be identified 1989. The strength of this relationship is and prioritised for action. reflected by the joint partnership of both or- ganisations in the Living Lakes network.

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Sunday 7 September – Arrival of Participants

13.30 + 18.30 Free Transfer from London Heathrow to Norwich by organised Bus Meeting point: Heathrow Airport Terminal 2 upstairs in the Arrivals and Departure Hall - Seating Area beside the 'Bodyshop' and 'TieRack' Shops. Arrival and first Registration at the University of East Anglia: Nelson Court - Common Room 19.30 - 22.00 Welcome Reception and Dinner Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts Introduction to the Broads, Living Lakes and the Zuckerman Institute for Con- nective Environmental Research · Dr. John Packman, Chief Executive, Broads Authority · Kate Mackenzie, Regional Director BTCV · Udo Gattenlöhner, Director, Global Nature Fund · Prof. Kerry Turner, Director, Zuckerman Institute · Members of the Broads Authority

Monday 8 September - Guided Field Trip in the Broads

7.30 - 8.30 Breakfast in “The Diner” on the University Campus 9.00 -17.00 Guided Field Trip: Bus departs from University Campus, LCR Turnround The trips run concurrently with groups participating in two of the four trips each day. Group 1: Wetland Management · Trip 1: Four-hour cruise with two Wherries (traditional sailing boats). · Trip 2: Canoeing and cycling based at Ranworth. Group 2: Wetland Restoration, Sustainable Tourism and Solar Boat · Trip 3: Visit Hickling Broad, Norfolk Wildlife Trust's tree tower and BTCV volunteers at work. · Trip 4: Barton Broad Clearwater Project to see elevated walkway and trip on solar boat ‘Ra’. 19.00 - 21.00 Dinner at “The Diner” on the University Campus and Free Time (e.g. Visit to the ancient City of Norwich)

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Tuesday 9 September - Guided Field Trip in the Broads

7.30 – 8.30 Breakfast in “The Diner” on the University Campus 9.00 – 17.00 Guided Field Trip: Bus departs from University Campus, LCR Turnround The trips run concurrently with groups participating in two of the four trips each day. Group 1: Wetland Restoration, Sustainable Tourism and Solar Boat · Trip 3: Visit Hickling Broad, Norfolk Wildlife Trust's tree tower and BTCV volunteers at work. · Trip 4: Barton Broad Clearwater Project to see elevated walkway and trip on solar boat ‘Ra’. Group 2: Wetland Management · Trip 1: Four-hour cruise with two Wherries (traditional sailing boats). · Trip 2: Canoeing and cycling based at Ranworth.

17.30 – 19.00 Conference Side Event: ”A New Look at Corporate/NGO Partnerships” A Discussion on Corporate – NGO Partnership beyond Traditional Financial Support - A Workshop hosted by Unilever Foundation and East Kootenay Environmental Society, Canada Town Close Room at Sports Park of University of East Anglia 20.00 - 22.30 Welcome by the University of East Anglia Formal Dinner in the John Jarrold Suite, Sports Park Welcome by Prof. Graham Bentham, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research)

Volunteers working in the Broads National Park. There has been a long tradition of hand cutting of fen in the Broads. Most reed and sedge is now harvested by machine.

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Wednesday 10 September – 1st Conference Day

From 10.00 Conference Registration of New Participants and Poster Presentation on Climate Change and Governance The Zuckerman Institute Foyer Concurrently the following side event, supported by the EU LIFE Programme, takes place at the Zuckerman Institute, Elizabeth Fry Syndicate Room 0.06: 9.00 – 12.30 Conference Side Event: Workshop Session on “Planning and Implementation of Wetland Management” Wetland Management in the Broads – From Vision to Action Cath Johnson, The Broads Authority, Norwich, UK Experiences in Management Planning and Wetland Restoration at the Greek Nestos Lakes Hans Jerrentrup, Director, EPO, Managing the Steppe Lakes La Nava and Boada Fernando Jubete, Project Manager, Fundación Global Nature, Open Discussion and Conclusions on Management and Planning of Lakes and Wetlands Moderation by Professor Aitken Clark, Vice President, GNF 12.30 - 14.00 Lunch 14.00 - 15.30 Official Opening of the 8th Living Lakes Conference Zuckerman Institute - University of East Anglia · Prof. Kerry Turner, Chairman of the Broads Authority, UK · Marion Hammerl-Resch, President Global Nature Fund, Speech by Minister on Key Theme: Governance of Protected Areas · Alun Michael, MP, Minister of State for Rural Affairs, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, UK Speeches of Supporters · Dr. Graham Gladden, Global Water Initiative Coordinator, Unilever, UK · Sir Frederick Holliday, Chairman of Northumbrian Water Ltd, UK 15.30 - 16.00 Coffee Break 16.00 - 17.00 Keynote Speech – Theme: Climate Change · Prof. David Bellamy, Vice-President BTCV, UK Speech of Supporter · Dr. Klaus Rick, Director Environmental Department, T-Mobile, Germany

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19.00 - 20.00 Civic Evening Reception hosted by Norwich City Council Mancroft Suite, City Hall 20.15 – 22.30 Dinner including Presentation of “Best Conservation Practice Awards” by Alun Michael, MP The Noverre Suite, The Assembly House

Thursday 11 September - 2nd Conference Day

Main Conference Topic: Governance of Lakes and Wetlands 9.00 – 9.30 Conserving Lakes and Wetlands: The Art and Practice of Good Governance · Prof. Tim O’ Riordan – University of East Anglia, UK 9.30 - 10.00 Governance – A Water Company’s Perspective · Dr. Chris Spray, Northumbrian Water Ltd, UK 10.00 - 10.20 Inspiring People, Improving Places – Engaging Stake- holders across Society · Tom Flood, BTCV, UK 10.20 – 10.50 Coffee Break 10.50 - 11.10 Managing the Broads: Developing Structures and Processes to Engage with its Stakeholders · Dr. John Packman, Broads Authority, UK 11.10 – 11.30 Questions 11.30 – 12.30 Panel Discussion on Governance Panellists from · The , David Katz, Friends of the Earth Middle East · Lake Poyang, Xianghao Dai, MRLSD, · Lake St. Lucia, Dr. Andrew Venter, Wilderness Foundation, RSA · Lake Peipsi, Margit Säre, CTC, and 12.30 - 14.00 Lunch 14.00 - 14.30 Overview of Governance of Each Living Lake · Andrew Moore, Environmental Consultant 14.30 - 17.00 Facilitated Workshop Sessions · Sessions to identify and share best practice on governing lakes and wetlands 17.00 - 18.00 Plenary – Summary of Workshop Sessions and Next Steps 19.00 - 22.00 Free Evening in Norwich

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Friday 12 September – 3rd Conference Day

Main Conference Topic: Climate Change 9.00 – 10.00 Overview of Climate Change and its impacts on Living Lakes · Prof. Mike Hulme, Tyndall Centre, University of East Anglia (UEA) 10.00 - 10.30 Climate Change and Renewable Energies – A Business Perspective · Ray Noble, BP Solar, UK 10.30 - 10.50 Coffee Break 10.50 - 12.30 Case Studies from Lakes and Wetlands · Lake Victoria, East Africa Marisa Goulden, Tyndall Centre, University of East Anglia, UK · Experience across European lakes Dr. David Viner, Climate Research Unit, University of East Anglia, UK · Flooding and other climate impacts in the Broads Steve Hayman, Environment Agency, UK · Local government action plan for climate change in the Columbia Wetland region Mark Shmigelsky, Mayor of Invermere, Canada 12.30 - 14.00 Lunch 14.00 - 16.30 Facilitated Workshop Sessions Sessions to identify and share best practice on management of Climate Change 16.30 - 17.00 Coffee Break 17.00 - 18.00 Plenary – Summary of Workshop Sessions and Next Steps 19.00 - 22.00 Buffet Dinner and Evening Entertainment Sainsbury Centre Restaurant

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Saturday 13 September - Departure

7.30 - 8.30 Breakfast and Departure of Conference Participants (Except Living Lakes Delegates). 9.00 Free Transfer by organised Bus to Heathrow Airport

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General Information

· Time Zone The time difference to GMT is + 1 hour. · Climatic conditions and appropriate clothing Always be prepared for the weather! Be prepared for the weather to be as eccentric as the proverbial Englishman. Generally in September the weather is changeable. The average temperature is 15-17ºC, but the evenings can get quite cool. It is also prone to being ex- tremely changeable from day-to-day or even from hour-to-hour. Wear waterproofs and warm clothing Don't be fooled that it won't rain, just because the Broads are the driest part of Britain. Water- proof clothing will also protect you from the famous East Anglian breezes which seem to blow even on the hottest days. Warm clothing is especially necessary when you go out in a boat. It can be nice and sheltered in the car park, but pretty chilly out on the water. A windproof jacket is a good idea. University Sports Centre Facilities include swimming, squash, fitness machines and a climbing wall. You may like to bring a swimming costume and any other sports gear. Charges apply. Protect yourself from the sun Yes - the sun does shine! UV rays bounce off water, so you can get sunburnt very quickly if you're on a boat or beside the water. Bring a hat and either cover up or use high factor suntan lotion. You'll find sunglasses helpful, even if you don't normally wear them. Bring mosquito repellent Some of the wildlife is so friendly it may not be able to resist you. Long sleeves and trousers, with socks to protect your ankles, are a good idea. Insect repellent will also help deter 'un- wanted nibbling'. And if you do get bitten, use anti-histamine cream. Bring boots or stout shoes and flat shoes with non-slip soles for boating Please bring boots or shoes suitable for walking in boggy conditions. Wear flat shoes with non-slip soles for boating. Shoes with rubber soles are the safest for walking around on deck, where it can get wet and slippery. · Health – Things to consider Insect repellent. Sun block. Medication. Painkillers. Travel sickness medication if required. If you take regular medication - take more than you need and split it between your baggage. · Travel Insurance Copy of your policy and emergency contact numbers. · Money The local currency is £ 1 (GBP). It equals approximately 1.63 US $ or 1.39 EURO (June 03). · VISA Please contact the British Embassy or your local travel agent for information on visa requirements. · Communication and Email At the conference venue there will be telephone and email facilities. You can use your mobile phone if it is compatible to GSM 900 and 1800 standard. If you require Internet access while at the conference please ask at the Broads Authority's Reception desk for a 'Guest account number'. You can then use this at the university Library to gain free internet access. The Li- brary is open Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm, Saturday 11am to 5pm and is closed on Sunday.

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Travel Hints Norwich is accessible by frequent train and coach services from the following airports: Norwich International Airport …is the closest airport. From the airport, the University is within easy reach, taking ap- proximately 15 minutes by taxi. London-Stansted Airport …is 135 km from Norwich. A train from the airport to Norwich will take about 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a Jetlink coach (journey time of 2.5 hours). London-Luton Airport …is 165 km from Norwich. A train from the airport to Norwich will take about 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a Jetlink coach (5 hours). London-Heathrow Airport (organised transfers – see programme) …is 213 km from Norwich. A train from the airport to Norwich will take about 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a Jetlink coach (4 hours). London-Gatwick Airport …is 234 km from Norwich. A train from the airport to Norwich will take about 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a Jetlink coach (5 hours). For further details on train times from the airports to Norwich Train Station please see www.railtrack.co.uk. For further details on the Jetlink coach service from the airports to Norwich please see www.GoByCoach.com

How to find the University of East Anglia in the UK:

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How to find the University of East Anglia in Norwich:

By air Norwich Airport has regular flights to and from Aberdeen, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Man- chester and Paris, and international connections to 200 cities worldwide through regular direct flights to and from Schipol Airport in Amsterdam. The easiest way to reach UEA from the airport is by taxi.

Flight enquiries: (+44) (0) 1603 411923

By bus and coach National Express coaches run from all major cities in Great Britain to the Surrey Street Bus Sta- tion in the city centre. Buses 25, 26 and 27 run regularly from nearby Castle Meadow and St Stephen’s Street in the city centre to the University campus.

Bus and coach enquiries: (+44) (0) 845 300 6116 National Express enquiries: (+44) (0) 8705 808080

By train Norwich is less than two hours from London by train and there is an InterCity link with the Midlands, the North of England and Scotland via Peterborough. Trains run from London Liv- erpool Street approximately every half hour. The easiest way to reach UEA from the station is by taxi, which costs about £4.00 and takes approximately 15 minutes. There are regular buses di- rect to the University from the station forecourt (number 25).

Rail enquiries: (+44) (0) 345 484950 University of East Anglia Norwich NR4 7TJ, Telephone: (+44) (0) 1603 456161 Fax: (+44) (0) 1603 458553; http://www.uea.ac.uk

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International Contact: Local Organisers: Global Nature Fund (GNF) The Broads Authority Udo Gattenlöhner, Stefan Hörmann Dr. John Packman Fritz-Reichle-Ring 4 18 Colegate, Norwich D-78315 Radolfzell, Germany Norfolk, NR3 1BQ, Great Britain Tel. +49-(0)-7732-9995-80/81 Tel. +44-(0)-1603-6107-34 Fax +49-(0)-7732-9995-88 Fax +44-(0)-1603-7657-10 Conference Mobile: +49-160 53210 52 Conference Mobile: + 44-(0)-7802 399 326 Conference Mobile: +49-160 53210 55 e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.broads-authority.gov.uk Websites: www.globalnature.org www.livinglakes.org BTCV Kate Mackenzie Accommodation: Dragon Cottage Nelson Court St Anne Lane Accommodation Office Norwich, NR1 1QG, Great Britain University of East Anglia Tel. +44-(0)-1603-767400 Norwich, NR4 7TJ, England, UK Fax +44-(0)-1603-767373 Tel. +44-(0)-1603-592092 e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.btcv.org

Global Partner Supporters of Living Lakes: of Living Lakes:

The Workshop “Planning and Implementation of Wetland Management” is supported under the EU LIFE Programme.

Photographs by: The Broads Authority and BTCV Printed on Recycled Paper

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