We do projects that:
- Support or promote environmental or cultural heritage oriented;
- At least one of our team member been directly involved in;
- Committed to community-based participatory approaches; and
- Have an innovative or an interesting aspect to learn from.
National Development Plan of Mongolia
The National Comprehensive Development Plan of Mongolia was created with the support of the government in Japan and will act as the policy planning document of the government of Mongolia. It substantiates the long-term development policy Vision 2050, which has extended the Mongolia Sustainable Development Vision 2030, prepared in response to the SDGs by the United Nations. The project was conducted by a collaboration of three leading Japanese consultants; RECS International Inc., PADECO Co. Ltd., and Nippon Koei Co. Ltd. For more visit this short explanatory video on YouTube, or feel free to directly contact Mr. Yoji Kawamura
Qeshm Island UNESCO Global Geopark
The imperative for a sustainable development framework has transcended theoretical discourse and become an actionable necessity. The UNESCO Global Geopark model presents an effective approach for regions seeking for innovative investors and new employment opportunities while concurrently preserving natural and cultural assets.
Since its inception in 2005, the UNESCO Global Geopark designation has evolved under the auspices of the Global Geoparks Network, a team of experts led by Mr. Maziar Adab supported Qeshm Island Geopark. Our involvement with them as our client included comprehensive socio-cultural and environmental research across 11 villages within a 300 km² area of the island. This research, coupled with detailed discovery and survey of potential tourist attractions, informed the formulation and subsequent revision of the Geopark’s master plan.
In addition to contributing to the development of a sustainable strategic vision, our role encompassed advocacy at international conferences, published books as part of a public awareness and visibility improvement, and design of geo-sensitive infrastructures not limited to six geosites, four visitor centers, a rural museum, and an extensive multifunctional center called GeoCentre to support educational programs, emergency calls, public initiatives, art and cultural activities and so on.
Throughout this engagement, we provided continuous support to our client- Qeshm Free Zone Organization, addressing challenges related to financial constraints, regulatory compliance, and project management. This long-standing collaboration has not only deepened our understanding of the UNESCO Geopark concept but also facilitated the expansion of our professional network, further strengthening our expertise in sustainable regional development.
Towards Eco-Qeshm 2036
Towards Eco-Qeshm Project (horizon 2036) is a community-based master plan designed to lead the sustainable development of Qeshm Island. A mutual collaboration of the Qeshm Free Zone Organization (QFZO) and support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the project aimed to transform the island into an eco-island where economic growth goes hand in hand with environmental protection and community well-being.
The plan focused on improving local livelihoods, conserving natural resources, and promoting eco-friendly technologies. Through pilot projects in areas such as tourism, fisheries, and waste management, the initiative encouraged community participation and private sector investment, ensuring that development benefits local people while preserving the island’s unique ecosystems.
By combining global expertise with local knowledge, the Eco-Qeshm Project has laid the foundation for a greener, more resilient future for the island and its residents.
All of team of iZONE used to work for this project.
GoGeoparks web platform
www.gogeoparks.com is home to all geoparks in the world, including the UNESCO Global Geoparks, aspiring, national or local ones. All partners and stakeholders get under same roof to share their knowledge, products, clients, and enjoy their friendship. Experts, officers, students, and dwellers in the geoparks may also enjoy accessing a range of reliable data through the platform.
Safeguard Traditional Shipbuilding and Sailing
An astonishing ongoing project to support an old engineering tradition. The team of this voluntarily project strive to develop a large scale wooden sailing ship as they used to be constructed and sailed in the past, equipped with new international safety standards. All rights reserved for the Sandbad Boom team.
