Office
Facts of Life delivers
independent factual and strategic advice
on development- and sustainability issues
regarding biodiversity, agriculture, water
and climate change.
Dr. Robin J. Pistorius
Rosalie Lovelingpad 15
4103 VD Culemborg
The Netherlands
mobile + 31 (0)6 16 374 957
e-mail [email protected]
www.facts-of-life.nl
CURRICULUM VITAE
Dr. Robin J. Pistorius
Name:
Profession:
Pistorius, Robin Jacob
Senior consultant
Nationality:
Date of birth:
Place of birth:
Dutch and New Zealand
November 11, 1964
Lower Hutt, New-Zealand
GENERAL
For over 20 years Robin Pistorius assists policymakers and researchers in solving sustainability
questions regarding agriculture, biotechnology, biodiversity, water and climate change. This work
stems from his conviction that the world is on the brink of a new, and necessarily sustainable era.
Robin Pistorius studied economic and social history at the University of Amsterdam, followed up by a
doctorate programme at the department of Political Science (International Relations). In 1989 he was
one of the initiators and editors of the Biotechnology and Development Monitor (published in more
than 100 countries) and in 1999 defended his PhD-thesis on The Exploitation of Plant Genetic
Resources: Political Strategies in Crop Development (CAB International, London and New York 1999).
Throughout his career Pistorius concentrated on the socio-economic implications of high-tech
developments and associated regulatory issues in particular in the field of agriculture - notably the use
and conservation of biological diversity and intellectual property rights. For his research he was
awarded the Vavilov-Frankel Fellowship by the International Plant Genetic Research Institute (IPGRI,
Rome 1994), on the occasion of which he wrote Scientists, Plants and Politics: A history of the plant
genetic resources movement (IPGRI, Rome 1997).
Since 1999, Pistorius further specialized on biodiversity, IPR, water and climate change related issues,
with a focus on the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). As a senior
consultant Pistorius worked for AIDEnvironment (Amsterdam), after which, in 2004, he established his
own consultancy bureau: Facts of Life. Many European agricultural and environmental organizations
(profit and non-profit as well as universities) have made use of his expertise. For detailed information,
see www.facts-of-life.nl .
Specifics:
 Production of scientific publications and advisory reports (see list below);
 Senior lecturing experience on academic level;
 Ability to work interdisciplinary with a flexible working attitude;
 Extensive network among governmental, scientific and non-governmental institutions;
 Chairing and hosting stakeholder-meetings.
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EDUCATION
16-6-1999
30-3-1990
30-7-1984
30-6-1983
doctorate Political Science (International Relations)
doctoral Economic and Social History
propaedeutic History of Art
Gymnasium
CAREER
2004/ -
2000/2004
1999/2000
1993/1999
1993/1995
1989/1993
1993
1992/1993 `
1991/1992
1990
Owner and founder of Facts-of-Life: Independent advice on development
issues, notably agricultural and global food safety issues, and the
sustainable use of natural resources, in particular biodiversity, water and
climate change.
Senior consultant/unit head at AIDEnvironment, Amsterdam. Specialist
on natural resources and development issues. Focus on design and
facilitation of on-line multi-stakeholder dialogues.
Project coordinator for the Wageningen University and Research Centre
(WUR). Task: supervision and development of an online stakeholder
dialogue on the value of agro-biodiversity for the Dutch agricultural
sector. Title: Vision on Agrobiodiversity [in Dutch]. Project carried out
for the Centre for Plant Genetic Resources (CGN/WUR, Wageningen),
the Netherlands and the department of Communication and Information
Studies (CIS/WUR, Wageningen).
Senior researcher for the Dutch Organization for Scientific Research
(NWO). Research topic: political controversies on the use and
conservation of plant genetic resources. Output: PhD titled The
Exploitation of Plant Genetic Resources: political strategies in crop
development.
Researcher for the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute
(IPGRI, Rome). Topic: institutional history of the conservation of plant
genetic resources. Output: Scientists, Plants and Politics: a history of the
plant genetic resources movement (IPGRI, Rome 1997).
Co-editor in Chief of the Biotechnology and Development Monitor:
quarterly journal specialized on the social and economic implications of
the use of biotechnology, world-wide. Published by the University of
Amsterdam and the Dutch Directory International Cooperation of the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Guest-researcher at the Centre for Development Research (CDR,
Copenhagen). Topic: Greening of the Plant Genetic Resources Debate.
Junior-lecturer and researcher at the department of Political Science of
the University of Amsterdam. Various assignments, e.g. for the Ministry
of Foreign Affairs and FAO.
Researcher at the Institute of Economic Geography of the University of
Amsterdam. Topic: impact of new biotechnology regulation on the
production of food in the Netherlands, Denmark and Germany.
Chairman of the CORINT Foundation (Coordinated Research on
International Relations).
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LANGUAGES
English, fluent (written and spoken)
German, fair (spoken)
French, fair (spoken)
Spanish, fair (spoken)
AWARD
Vavilov-Frankel Award 1994 (Output: Scientists, Plants and Politics: a history of the plant genetic
resources movement, IPGRI, Rome 1997).
PUBLICATIONS AND REPORTS
Pistorius, R. and Manicad, G. (2013), Integrating Farmers’ Seed Systems into the Market: “What do we
gain? What do we lose? What do we do?” Expert Meeting Synthesis Report. Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam, 12-13 November 2012.
Smith, E., Daly, E, Rayment, Pistorius, R. (2012), UK Implementation of the Nagoya Protocol: Assessment of
the Affected Sectors. London, UK.
Visser, B., Oldenbroek, K. and Pistorius, R. (2011), The Centre for Genetic Resources, The Netherlands.
Moving from the first 25 years into the future. Publication for Centre for Genetic Resources (CGN),
Wageningen University and Research Centre (WUR), Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Biodiversity, Livelihoods and Poverty: 8 Years of Development Aid Through the
Biodiversity Fund. Policy Brief for Oxfam/Novib and HIVOS.
Pistorius, R.J. and S. de Vries (2009), Bomen aan den einder [in Dutch]. Brochure for CGN, Wageningen, The
Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J., and H. Ghijsen, E. Lim, B. Visser (2009), Results of on-line conference Options for Farmers’
Rights. Publication for CGN, in preparation of 3rd Governing Body meeting Tunis, June 2009.
Pistorius, R.J., B. Visser, H. Löffler (2009), Second National Report on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and
Agriculture the Netherlands. Publication for the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality, The
Hague, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), In good company: An inventory of Water Operators Partnerships (WOPs) between Dutch
water operators and their counterparts in developing countries. Publication for Dutch Ministry of Foreign
Affairs, The Netherlands.
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Pistorius, R.J. (2008), De Aardappel: knolgewas van wereldformaat [in Dutch]. Brochure for CGN,
Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Making Quality Systems work for Poverty Alleviation, Biodiversity Conservation and
Company Performance. Conference report for Oxfam/Novib, The Hague, The Netherlands.
Bindraban, P. and R.J. Pistorius (2008), Bio-fuels and food security: Dialogue among stakeholders on dilemmas
about biomass for food and/or fuel. Publication for Wageningen University and Research Centre (WUR),
Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. and S. de Vries (2009), Bomen aan den einder [in Dutch]. Brochure for CGN, Wageningen, The
Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J., and H. Ghijsen, E. Lim, B. Visser (2009), Results of on-line conference Options for Farmers’
Rights. Publication for CGN, in preparation of 3rd Governing Body meeting Tunis, June 2009.
Pistorius, R.J., B. Visser, H. Loffler (2009), Second National Report on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and
Agriculture the Netherlands. Publication for the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality, The
Hague, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), In good company: An inventory of Water Operators Partnerships (WOPs)
between Dutch water operators and their counterparts in developing countries. Report for Ministry of
Foreign Affairs.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), De Aardappel: knolgewas van wereldformaat. [in Dutch]. Brochure for CGN,
Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Making Quality Systems work for Poverty Alleviation, Biodiversity
Conservation and Company Performance. Conference report for Oxfam/Novib and HIVOs.
Bindraban, P. and R.J. Pistorius (2008), Bio-fuels and food security: Dialogue among stakeholders on
dilemmas about biomass for food and/or fuel. WUR.
Pistorius, R.J. (2007), De kip. Van orakelhoen tot produktiekip: een historisch persectief. [in Dutch].
Brochure for CGN, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R., and J. Veldhuyzen van Zanten. (2006), Kool in Nederland. Geschiedenis van Teelt en
Veredeling [in Dutch]. Brochure for CGN, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Visser, B., and R.J. Pistorius, J.van Raalte, D. Eaton, N. Louwaars (2005), Options for non-monetary
benefit-sharing: an inventory. Report for FAO, Rome.
Wakker, E., and R.J. Pistorius, W. Richert, (2004), Bedrijvigheid en bossenbeleid: Kwalitatieve
evaluatie van marktconforme beleidsinitiatieven die tot doel hebben duurzaam bosbeheer te
bevorderen. [in Dutch]. Publication for Both Ends.
Pistorius, R., and R. Kleef, (2003), Towards a virtual knowledge platform on wetlands management
issues. Scenarios, options, requirements and recommendations. Project voor RIZA.
Kleef, R., and R.J. Pistorius (2002), It takes a community, Strategy framework and architecture for a
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SNV community of practice, and related internet tools.
Kleef, R., and R.J. Pistorius (2002), CHM+ the CBD Clearing House Mechanism as a capacity building
tool.
Pistorius, R., and I. Harkes, J.M. Dros, R. Heijdendael (2003), Bonuspunten voor biodiversiteit,
Verslag van het publieke beraad over detailhandel met aanbevelingen voor CBD - CoP 6. [in Dutch].
Pistorius, R.J. (2002), Personal networking for conservation. An educational package for WWF
conservation management.
Romijn, B. and R.J. Pistorius, (2001) Kennis en Kennissen, Raamwerk kennisbeheer en leren voor de
Sector Ecologie. Report for AIDEnvironment. [in Dutch].
Pistorius, R., WWF Follow up Personal networking for conservation, January 2001.
Romijn, B., R. Kleef, M. Kriesch, R.J. Pistorius, F. van der Valk (AIDEnvironment); and M. Hansen,
G. Junne (The European Network University) J. Warner (2001), Confluence to international Waters,
knowledge, learning and networks. Report to the World Bank, Netherlands Water Partnership Program.
Pistorius, R., Roling, N, Visser, B, (2001), Making agrobiodiversity work: reporting on an on-line
stakeholder dialogue (OSD) in the Netherlands. In: Netherlands Journal on Agricultural Science, 48/34.
Pistorius, R., and J. van Wijk (2000), On-farm conservation: a matter of global concern or local
survival? In: Encouraging Biodiversity. C. Almekinders and W. De Boef (eds.) pp. 308-311.
Pistorius, R., and J. van Wijk (1999), The Exploitation of Genetic Information: Political strategies in
crop improvement. London: CAB International, 275 p.
Pistorius, R.J. (1997), Scientists, Plants and Politics: A History of the Plant Genetic Resoures
Movement. Rome: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute, IPGRI. 134 p.
Pistorius, R.J. (1997), Novo Nordisk’s Environmental Accountability. In: Biotechnology and
Development Monitor (issue no. 33). Directorate General for International Cooperation, University of
Amsterdam, Amsterdam. pp. 17-19.
Butler, B., and N. Louwaars, R.J. Pistorius, J. Wijk van (1996), Policy Issues in Intellectual Property
Protection in Plant Breeding: Toward an Alternative System. Amsterdam: University of Amsterdam,
1996, 15 p.
Butler, B., and Pistorius, R.J. (1996), How Farmers' Rights Can be Used to Adapt Plant Breeders'
Rights,
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 28). Directorate General for International
Cooperation, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam. pp. 7-11.
Pistorius, R., and J. van Wijk (1996), Kleine Boeren Verliezen Strijd om Genetisch Materiaal (Small
farmers lose battle on germplasm). In: Derde Wereld. Wageningen: October 1996, pp. 241-246.
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Pistorius, R., and J. van Wijk (1996), Kwekersrecht Nekt Boeren in Derde Wereld (Farmers' Rights are
detrimental to farmers in the Third World). In: Nieuwe Rotterdamse Courant (NRC). Rotterdam: 17 Juli
1996. [in Dutch]
Pistorius, R.J. (1995), Biodiversity Issues: Within FAO or the CoP?, In: Biotechnology and
Development Monitor (issue no. 25). Directorate General for International Cooperation, University of
Amsterdam, Amsterdam. pp. 20-22.
Pistorius, R.J. (1994) Forum-shopping: Issue linkages in the Genetic Resources Issue. In: R. Bartlett, P.
Kurian, and M. Malik (eds.): International Organizations and Environmental Policy. Greenwood Press.
pp. 209-221.
Pistorius, R.J. (1995), David versus Goliath: Contracten tussen farmaceutische bedrijven en inheemse
bevolkingsgroepen, In: Indigo. Amsterdam. pp. 12-15. [in Dutch]
Pistorius, R.J. (1994), Will Material Transfer Agreement open Pandora's box?, In: Biotechnology and
Development Monitor (issue no. 24). pp. 20-22.
Pistorius, R.J. (1994), Negros revised: The impact of sugar substitution by HFCS in perspective,
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 21). pp. 14-15.
Pistorius, R.J. (1993), The Environmentalization of the Genetic Resources Issue. Report for the Centre
for Development Research, CDR (Working paper, No. 93.6), Copenhagen. 38 p.
Pistorius, R.J. (1993), Causes and Consequences of the Philippine Sugar Crisis of the Mid-1980s: A
case study on the impact of sugar substitution through High Fructose Corn Syrup. Report prepared for
the Directorate General International Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, DGIS. The
Hague, the Netherlands. 57 p.
Pistorius, R.J. (1993), Biodiversity Prospecting: Commercializing Genetic Resources for Export,
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 15). pp. 12-15
Pistorius, R.J. (1993), National Interests Versus Global Imperatives at Nairobi Conference on
Biological Diversity, In Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 14). p. 17.
Pistorius, R.J. (1993), RAFI After 15 Years, In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no.
17). p. 22.
Pistorius, R.J. (1993), New Biotech Activities in China, In: China-E.C. Biotechnology Centre News,
Brussels, Belgium. pp. 6-7.
Pistorius, R.J. (1992), Forum Shopping: Issue-linkages in the Control on Plant Genetic Resources.
(contribution to the Conference "Convention on Biological Diversity: National Interests and Global
Imperatives", Nairobi, Kenya). Amsterdam. 16 pp.
Pistorius, R.J. (1992), Was the US' refusal to Sigh the Biodiversity Convention Necessary? in:
Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 12). pp. 8 - 9.
Pistorius, R.J. (1992), Het Wereldmilieufonds. In: Economisch Statistische Berichten (10-6-1992),
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands. pp. 573 - 575. [in Dutch]
Pistorius R.J. (1992), Natuur is Handel. In: Intermediair (17-7-1992). Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
p. 19. [in Dutch]
Commandeur, P., Pistorius, R.J. (1992), Commercial biotechnology gets shape in South East Asia,
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 12). pp. 11 - 12.
Pistorius, R.J. (1992), The Global Environment Facility: a key fund for biodiversity preservation ?
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor (issue no. 11). pp. 21 - 22.
Pistorius, R.J. (1992), Biotechnology in Cameroon, Nigeria, Gabon and Ghana. In: Biotechnology and
Development Monitor (issue no. 10). pp. 6-10.
Pistorius, R.J. (1991), Biotechnology in Kenya and Ethiopia. In: Biotechnology and Development
Monitor, pp. 13-15.
Pistorius, R.J. (1991), International Trade and Sustainable Development. Report for the Dutch
Association for a New International Development Policy (NIO) (published in Dutch), Amsterdam, The
Netherlands. 37 p.
Pistorius, R.J. (1991), FAO: global action on plant genetic resources and biotechnology. In:
Biotechnology and Development Monitor, pp. 3-6.
Pistorius, R.J. (1991), Tactical Issue-linkages in the Control on Plant Genetic Resources. Paper
presented at the Conference on the Study of Regimes in International Relations, State of the Art and
Perspectives, Tübingen (July 1991), Germany. 26 p.
Pistorius, R.J. and Michiel Roscam Abbing (1991), Interview with Charles Cooper: Director of
INTECH, UNU's latest initiative. In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor, pp. 21-22.
Pistorius R.J. (1991), Biotechnology Policy and Research in China. In: Biotechnology and
Development Monitor, pp. 11-15.
Pistorius, R.J. (1991), A Whole Lot of Coffee, In: Intermediair, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, p. 34.
Pistorius, R.J. (1990), The Gene Hunters (review of: Calestous Juma, The Gene Hunters). In: Project
Appraisal, Sussex, United Kingdom, pp. 45-47.
Pistorius, R.J. (1990), "Shattering" (review of: Cary Fowler and Pat Mooney, Shattering).
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor, p. 24
Pistorius, R.J. (1990), Biotechnology in India. In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor,
pp. 10-14.
Pistorius, R.J. (1990), Coffee and Biotechnology. In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor,
pp. 20-23.
Bijman, J., and Pistorius, R.J., G. Verschuur (1990), Biotechnology in four South American countries.
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In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor, pp. 13-18.
Pistorius, R.J. and P. Smits (1990), Biotechnology and South-East Asia. In: Biotechnology and
Development Monitor, pp. 13-18.
Pistorius, R.J. and P. Smits, G. Verschuur (1989), Biotechnology in Central America and the
Caribbean. In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor, pp. 12-18.
Pistorius, R.J. and G. Verschuur (1989), Biotechnological Developments and Cassava.
In: Biotechnology and Development Monitor, pp. 11-14.
Pistorius, R.J. and P. Smits (1989), SADCC and Biotechnology. In: Biotechnology and Development
Monitor, pp. 5-11.
PROJECTS
Pistorius, R.J. and Oldenbroek, K. (2013), Advice: Communication review for Centre for Plant Genetic
Resources (CGN), The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2013), Working group for graduate students at University of Amsterdam. Title:
Modernization, Globalization and Governance.
Pistorius, R.J. (2013), Lecturing of graduation research project for MA students at University of
Amsterdam. Title: Food Production, Environment and Development: Human and Environmental
Rights.
Pistorius, R.J. (2012), Education: Working group for graduate students at University of Amsterdam.
Title: Modernization, Globalization and Governance.
Pistorius, R.J. (2012), Lecturing of graduation research project for MA students at University of
Amsterdam. Title: Food Production, Environment and Development: Human and Environmental
Rights.
Pistorius, R.J. (2012), Consultant for GHK Ltd., Londen. Project title: UK Implementation of the
Nagoya Protocol: Assessment of the Affected Sectors. Project carried out for DFID, UK.
Pistorius, R.J. (2012), Consultant for Bioversity Internatioal (Rome). Project titled: Impact of
Intellectual Property Rights (IRP) on access to and use of plant genetic resources for climate change
ready plants.
Pistorius, R.J. (2011), Lecturing of graduation research project for MA students at University of
Amsterdam. Title: Food Production, Environment and Development: Human and Environmental
Rights.
Pistorius, R.J. (2011), Associated expert for GHK, London, in the context of Evaluation of the
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Community Plant Variety Rights (CPVR) Acquis. Project carried out by GHK for EC (DG SANCO).
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Coordination of the so-called MFS II funding process for the Salvation Army
headquarters in Almere, The Netherlands. The process has helped The Salvation Army to acquire
governmental funding for the period 2011-2015.
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Strategic advice, lobby work, content specific-, and organizational work in the
context of implementation of the biodiversity policies at Oxfam/Novib, The Hague.
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Graduation research project for MA students at University of Amsterdam. Title:
Food Production, Environment and Development: Human and Environmental Rights.
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Consultant for GHK, London, in the context of Evaluation of the Community
Plant Variety Rights (CPVR) Acquis. Project carried out for EC (DG SANCO).
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Author of jubilee volume on history of Centre for Genetic Resources The
Netherlands, Wageningen University and Research Centre (CGN-WUR).
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Reporter at CGN-WUR workshop ‘Exploring the need for Specific measures for
Access- and Benefit Sharing of Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.’
Pistorius, R.J. (2010), Participation in Global Consultations On Farmers’ Rights Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia, 23-25 November 2010, for CGN-WUR
Pistorius, R.J. (2009), Strategic advice to Oxfam/Novib regarding the implementation of agrobiodiversity policies in projects world-wide.
Pistorius, R.J. (2009), Implementation of quality certificate ISO 9000/2008 at Aqua for All, an NGO
specialized in water- and sanitation aid projects.
Pistorius, R.J. (2009), Moderation and editing of on-line conference Options for Farmers’ Rights and
co-production of related Information Paper for FAO Governing Body meeting III (Tunis , 2010).
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Design and implementation of expert-matching system for Salvation Army,
Almere, the Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Organization of yearly stakeholder-meeting at Aqua for All, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Chairing and organization of strategic meeting of WUR – PROTA (Plant
Resources of Tropical Africa) and PROTA Africa (Nairobi) regarding conservation and collection
policies in Africa.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), On-line education project for World Wildlife Foundation International (Zeist and
Gland) on WWF Campus. Subject: Environmental Economics and conservation practices. Project
carried out 4 times between 2006 and 2009.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Analysis of Water Operator Partnerships (WOPs) between The Netherlands and
developing countries. Project for Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Pistorius, R.J. (2008), On-line up-scaling expert-matching system for Aqua for All.
Pistorius, R.J. (2008), Reportings on conference 'Making Quality Systems work for Poverty Alleviation,
Biodiversity Conservation and Company Performance.' Project for Oxfam/Novib and Hivos, The
Hague.
Pistorius, R.J. (2007), Organization and chairing of discussion among main agricultural stakeholders
within the Netherlands on future role of Dutch agriculture in developing countries. Project for Dutch
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and AgriProfocus.
Pistorius, R.J. and Vellema, S. (2006), Peer reviewer of paper series "Value chains and innovation
systems in agriculture. " Project for Agricultural Economic Institute (LEI), WUR.
Pistorius, R.J., Bindraban, P, Vellema, S. (2006), Linking policy, practice and research in international
development. Preparation and chairing of discussions for Dutch government and non-profit sector.
Utrecht.
Pistorius, R.J. (2005 - 2009), Assistance in professionalization of Aqua for All.
Pistorius, R.J. (2005), Moderation of on-line international course on water as a strategic issue. Project:
The Network University, Amsterdam.
Pistorius, R.J., Louwaars, N. (2005), Distant Policies. A distant learning module for scientists on
Genetic Resources Policies and their implications for Freedom-to-Operate. On-line module for the
Generation Challenge Sub-Programme no 5.
Pistorius, R.J., Heijdendael, R., Worm, J., Kelling, J. (2003), Multi-stakeholder dialogue on Integrated
Marine and Coastal Area Management approaches (IMCAM). Project for the Coastal Zone
Management Centre, The Hague.
Pistorius, R.J., Heijdendael, R., Romijn, B. (2003), Project for SNV to identify possible
collaborative work forms in the organization, and to establish thematic working groups on areas SNV
wants to specialize in.
Pistorius, R.J., Kleef, R. (2003), Investigation on future options for knowledge and management
strategy of the Wetlands Advisory and Training Centre (WATC/RIZA).
Pistorius, R.J., Kleef, R. (2003), Project for DGIS, DML, to investigate possibilities for closer more
interactive collaboration between Dutch embassies and DML on environmental issues. March 2003.
Pistorius, R.J. and Kleef, R. (2002), On-line conference on access and benefit sharing of plant genetic
resources. Inter-active stakeholder dialogue between Benin, Bhutan, Costa Rica and The Netherlands.
Project for Ecooperation, Amsterdam. URL under construction.
Pistorius, R.J. Kleef, R. (2002), On-line stakeholder dialogue and knowledge facilitation on
Biodiversity Education and Public Awareness (BEPA). Project for the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature
Protection and Fisheries.
Kleef, R., Pistorius, R.J., Heijdendael, R. (2002), Design of Netherlands Clearing House Mechanisms
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for Biodiversity. On-line facilitation created for the Expertise Centre of the Ministry of Agriculture,
Nature Protection and Fisheries The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J. Kleef, R. (2001), Internet Lunch: “Biodiversiteit kun je niet eten” [One can’t eat
biodiversity]. Temporary website created for NCDO, Amsterdam.
Pistorius, R.J., Kleef, R. (2001), Internet Conference on Biodiversity Education and Public Awareness.
Web site created for Ministry of Agriculture, The Hague, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J., Kessler, JJ., Hessing, R. (2001), The SEAN toolkit. An interactive toolkit on Strategic
Environmental Analysis. CD-ROM production for the Directorate General International Affairs
(DGIS), The Hague, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J., Kleef, R. (2000), Interactive whiteboard for WWF Follow up week module on Personal
Networking. Web site created for WWF Action Net, Zeist, The Netherlands.
http://www.aidenvironment.org/online/learning.php
Pistorius, R.J., Kleef, R. (2000), The WWF Action Network Jigsaw. Interactive website created for
WWF Action Net, Zeist, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J., Kleef, R. (2000), Internet Conference on Strategic Environmental Analysis. Created for
the Directorate General International Affairs (DGIS), The Hague, The Netherlands.
Pistorius, R.J., Nijland, H. and Visser, B. (1999), On-line conference on the conservation and use of
biodiversity in agriculture [Visie op Agrobiodiversiteit]. Created for the Centre for Plant Genetic
Resources, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
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