
Associate Professor Salim Momtaz
Associate Professor
School of Environmental and Life Sciences (Environmental Science and Management)
- Email:salim.momtaz@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:(02) 4348 4131
Career Summary
Biography
I became interested in human-environment interactions and their impacts when I was teaching environmental courses at Central Queensland University, Australia, in the late 1990s. During this time my research was supported by an ARC grant and I also received an invitation by the Queensland Premier’s Department to carry out a social impact assessment (SIA) of the proposed upgrade of Awoonga Dam on the Boyne River near Gladstone and the proposed Castle Hope dam on the Calliope River. My investigation involved field visits, surveys, and discussions with various stakeholders. The report titled “Independent Social Impact Assessment: Proposed Castle Hope Dam and Awoonga Dam Upgrade” (CQU Press: 1998) was submitted to the Premier’s Department. The report was discussed in the Queensland State Parliament. Due to the potential negative impacts and community dissatisfaction as identified in the report the government decided to not go ahead with the new dam and accepted many of the recommendations of the report. This excellent outcome that demonstrated the power of SIA inspired me to conduct further investigations into this planning instrument. I turned my research focus to developing countries that had just started to embrace EIA and SIA. Over the next few years I published 5 peer reviewed articles on SIA and public participation in developing countries. My EIA research culminated in the publication of a book titled ‘Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment’ (Elsevier 2013). The book develops a framework for assessment of EIA. My research interests naturally progressed into investigating climate change adaptation. The move was inspired by the window of opportunity to look into the ways in which climate change concerns could be incorporated in EIA and SIA. My climate change research resulted in a number of peer reviewed journal articles and a book ‘Experiencing Climate Change in Bangladesh' (Academic Press: 2015). My research on ‘climate change’ is continuing with PhD projects in Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Vietnam. I have supervised 12 PhD students to successful completion and currently supervise six PhD students. I also had stints as a Visiting Professor at Georgetown University, Washington DC. USA and Department of Geography, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. I have published six books and many peer reviewed journal articles in the last few years.
Research ExpertiseMy research focuses on impact of development in developed and developing countries, and development, environment and poverty in developing countries. I have special interests on community participation in environmental decision making and the role of non-governmental organizations in poverty alleviation. My development studies research naturally progressed into climate change adaptation.
Teaching Expertise
'Sustainable Development' 'Development Studies' Social and Environmental Impact Assessment Human Geography Taught in Australia, USA and Bangladesh.
Administrative Expertise
Deputy Head of School, School Representative at the Faculty level, Head of Discipline, Research Administration.
Qualifications
- PhD, University of London
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), University of Dhaka - Bangladesh
- Master of Science, University of Dhaka - Bangladesh
Keywords
- Climate change adaptaion
- Communiy resource mangement
- Development and Environment in Developing Countreis
- Environmental Policy and Governance
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment
- Poverty and Development
- Sustainable Development
Languages
- Bengali (Fluent)
- Hindi (Fluent)
- Urdu (Fluent)
- English (Fluent)
Fields of Research
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120599 | Urban and Regional Planning not elsewhere classified | 30 |
050299 | Environmental Science and Management not elsewhere classified | 40 |
160499 | Human Geography not elsewhere classified | 30 |
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
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Associate Professor | University of Newcastle School of Environmental and Life Sciences Australia |
Academic appointment
Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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1/12/2000 - 1/2/2001 | Visiting Professor - Department of Geography and Environment | University of Dhaka Bangladesh |
1/1/2003 - 1/5/2003 | Visiting Associate Professor - School of Foreign Service | Georgetown University United States |
1/1/2003 - 1/6/2003 | Visiting Associate Professor | Georgetown University School of Foreign Service United States |
1/1/1995 - 1/12/1998 | Lecturer | Central Queensland University School of Humanities Australia |
Membership
Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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Professional Member - Institute of Australian Geographers | Institute of Australian Geographers Australia |
Awards
Research Award
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2003 |
Research Fellow Unknown |
2000 |
Rotary Ambassadorial Fellow Unknown |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Book (14 outputs)
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2019 | Momtaz S, Asaduzzaman M, Climate Change Impacts and Women s Livelihood: Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Routledge, Abingdon, Oxon, 138 (2019) [A1] | |||||||
2018 |
Momtaz S, Kabir Z, Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries, Elsevier, London, 229 (2018)
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2017 |
Rauscher RC, Momtaz S, Cities in Global Transition: Creating Sustainable Communities in Australia, Springer, Cham, 353 (2017) [A1]
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2016 |
Momtaz S, Shameem M, Experiencing Climate Change in Bangladesh: Vulnerability and Adaptation in Coastal Regions, Academic Press, London, 176 (2016) [A1]
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2015 |
Rauscher RC, Momtaz S, Sustainable neighbourhoods in Australia: City of Sydney urban planning (2015) [A1] © Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2015. This book examines the planning and implementation of policies to create sustainable neighborhoods, using as a case study the... [more] © Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2015. This book examines the planning and implementation of policies to create sustainable neighborhoods, using as a case study the City of Sydney. The authors ask whether many past planning and development practices were appropriate to the ways that communities then functioned, and what lessons we have learned. The aim is to illustrate the many variations within a city and from neighborhood to neighborhood regarding renewal (rehabilitation), redevelopment (replacement) and new development. Case study examples of nine City of Sydney neighborhoods note the different histories of planning and development in each. Features of the studies include literature searches, field work (with photography), and analysis. The authors propose a set of sustainability principles which incorporate elements of the twenty seven principles of the 1992 Rio Declaration on Environment and Development Part One explores sustainable urban planning, and the importance of planning tools that enable best planning outcomes for communities and investors. Common factors in the nine case study neighborhoods are renewal, redevelopment and development pressures affecting Sydney from the 1970s to 2014. Also discussed are the differing circumstances of planning faced by authorities, developers and communities in each of the study areas. Part Two of the book is focused on the case study areas in City of Sydney East area: Woolloomooloo and Kings Cross. Part Three covers case study areas in Sydney¿s Inner South area: Chippendale, Redfern and Waterloo District. Part Four surveys the Inner West suburb of Erskineville. Part Five looks at the City West area, including the Haymarket District and the Pyrmont and Ultimo District. Part Six concentrates on the North West area suburb of Glebe. Part Seven of the book looks at the growth area of South Sydney District, which includes the suburbs of Beaconsfield, Zetland and the new localities of Victoria Park and Green Square. The authors recount lessons learned and outline directions of planning for sustainable neighborhoods. Finally, the authors challenge readers to apply the lessons of these case studies to further advances in sustainable urban planning.
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2014 |
Rauscher RC, Momtaz S, Brooklyn's Bushwick - Urban Renewal in New York, USA: Community, Planning and Sustainable Environments, Springer, Heidelberg, 150 (2014) [A1]
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2014 |
Rauscher RC, Momtaz S, Sustainable Communities: A Framework for Planning: Case Study of an Australian Outer Sydney Growth Area, Springer, London, 128 (2014) [A1]
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2013 |
Momtaz S, Zobaidul Kabir SM, Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries (2013) "Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries" is" "a valuable reference book for practitioners and researchers conducting res... [more] "Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries" is" "a valuable reference book for practitioners and researchers conducting research in and developing studies on environmental science and management and environmental and social impact assessment. The book s authors have developed and tested a new framework to evaluate environmental impact assessment (EIA) systems that may be adopted by most developing countries with EIA experience. Application of this framework will help determine if the EIA is achieving its intended goal of sustainable development in these countries. It also explains the reasons behind the strengths and weaknesses from which the development practitioners and international development partners can take lessons. This book will help the reader answer such questions as "What are the best forms of public participation?" and "How do we measure contributions to EIA procedure?" since it is based on direct experiences from a developing country that is struggling with many of these issues. "Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries" provides further understanding of appropriate tools to evaluate environmental and social impacts of development initiatives especially in developing countries. - Demonstrates the development of an integrated holistic method that presents new research in the field - Offers a thorough analytical assessment of an EIA system in a developing country - Presents valuable insights into how developing countries are coping with the new phenomenon of public participation and involvement in environmental decision making and what methods and techniques have been successful - Includes a chapter on social impact assessment in developing countries with special focus on Bangladesh, providing valuable information applicable to developing countries. © 2013 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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2013 |
Momtaz S, Zobaidul Kabir SM, Evaluating Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries, Elsevier, Waltham, MA, 199 (2013) [A1]
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2007 |
O'Neill P, McGuirk PM, Mee KJ, Wright SL, Markwell KW, Momtaz S, King RA, Urban Development and the Lower Hunter: Understanding Context, Connections and Flows, Centre for Urban and Regional Studies, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, N.S.W., 359 (2007) [A2]
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2004 | Forrest K, Howard A, Momtaz S, Goodwin GW, Buttigieg T, Central Coast: Regional Profile & Social Atlas, Gosford and Wyong Councils, Central Coast, NSW, 357 (2004) [A2] | |||||||
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Chapter (9 outputs)
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2020 | Momtaz S, Basak P, 'Black Saturday Bushfire, Australia, 2009', Natural Hazards and Disasters [2 Volumes] From Avalanches and Climate Change to Water Spouts and Wildfires, ABC-CLIO, Santa Barbara, Calefornia (2020) | |||||||
2020 | Momtaz S, Palash B, 'Brisbane and Queensland Flood, Australia, 2011', Natural Hazards and Disasters [2 Volumes] From Avalanches and Climate Change to Water Spouts and Wildfires, ABC-CLIO, Santa Barbara, Calefornia (2020) | |||||||
2018 |
Alam E, Momtaz S, Bhuiyan HU, Nasrin Baby S, 'Climate Change Impacts on the Coastal Zones of Bangladesh: Perspectives on Tropical Cyclones, Sea Level Rise, and Social Vulnerability', Bangladesh I: Climate Change Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation in Developing Countries, Springer, Cham, Switzerland 145-166 (2018) [B1]
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2014 |
Momtaz S, Zobaidul Kabir SM, 'Environmental Problems and Governance', Dhaka Megacity: Geospatial Perspectives on Urbanisation, Environment and Health, Springer Verlag, Dordrecht Heidelberg New York London 283-299 (2014) [B1]
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Journal article (40 outputs)
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2020 |
Martin CL, Momtaz S, Gaston T, Moltschaniwskyj NA, 'Mapping the intangibles: Cultural ecosystem services derived from Lake Macquarie estuary, New South Wales, Australia', Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, 243 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Kabir Z, Momtaz S, Morgan R, 'Strategic environmental assessment of urban plans in Australia: the case study of Melbourne Urban Extension Plan', Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal, 38 368-381 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Martin CL, Momtaz S, Gaston T, Moltschaniwskyj NA, 'Estuarine cultural ecosystem services valued by local people in New South Wales, Australia, and attributes important for continued supply', Ocean and Coastal Management, 190 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Hoang HD, Momtaz S, Schreider M, 'Assessing the vulnerability of small-scale fishery communities in the estuarine areas of Central Vietnam in the context of increasing climate risks', Ocean & Coastal Management, 196 (2020) [C1]
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2018 |
Blair AAC, Momtaz S, 'Climate change perception and response: Case studies of Fishers from Antigua and Efate', OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT, 157 86-94 (2018) [C1]
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2018 |
Dang BN, Momtaz S, Nhung THP, 'The potential of informal institutions for marine fisheries managementA case study of a coastal commune in Vietnam', FISHERIES MANAGEMENT AND ECOLOGY, 25 275-286 (2018) [C1]
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2017 |
Nguyen BD, Momtaz S, Zimmerman K, Pham THN, 'Effectiveness of formal institutions in managing marine fisheries for sustainable fisheries development: A case study of a coastal commune in Vietnam', Ocean & Coastal Management, 137 175-184 (2017) [C1]
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2016 |
Martin CL, Momtaz S, Gaston T, Moltschaniwskyj NA, 'A systematic quantitative review of coastal and marine cultural ecosystem services: Current status and future research', Marine Policy, 74 25-32 (2016) [C1] © 2016 Cultural ecosystem services (CES) are the non-material benefits obtained from ecosystems that contribute to human well-being. They are often under-represented in ecosystem ... [more] © 2016 Cultural ecosystem services (CES) are the non-material benefits obtained from ecosystems that contribute to human well-being. They are often under-represented in ecosystem services assessments due to difficulties identifying and valuing intangible attributes. This risks a lack of understanding and consideration of CES by decision-makers. A systematic review was done on coastal and marine CES to identify: geographic distribution of research; effective methods for assessing CES; specific habitats/ecosystems that supply CES; subcategories most frequently addressed; and knowledge gaps. Results revealed limited information exists about coastal and marine CES. There is a disparity in the global distribution of studies with little knowledge about CES in developing countries, as well as a disparity within developed countries; with most research undertaken in Europe and North America. There is a dearth of information on CES derived from specific coastal and marine habitats/ecosystems, reflecting a poor understanding of socio-ecological relationships and the different values people assign to these areas. There is a need to develop indicators with the capacity to measure and track changes in CES over time. Participatory approaches using qualitative methods were most effective in identifying CES; however, these lacked a deliberative element that would provide a comprehensive assessment of shared values in public areas. Overall, publications typically theorised about the usefulness of data on CES to inform and support decision makers, and more research is required on how qualitative data on CES can be represented for practical use by coastal and marine resource managers, and the value of these in the real world.
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2016 |
Martin CL, Momtaz S, Jordan A, Moltschaniwskyj NA, 'Exploring recreational fishers' perceptions, attitudes, and support towards a multiple-use marine protected area six years after implementation', Marine Policy, 73 138-145 (2016) [C1] © 2016 Elsevier LtdThis study assessed the acceptance and awareness of an Australian MPA (Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park) post implementation by recreational fishers using ... [more] © 2016 Elsevier LtdThis study assessed the acceptance and awareness of an Australian MPA (Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park) post implementation by recreational fishers using the MPA, and identified factors that influenced the perception of this group towards the MPA. Recreational fishers were interviewed in a multiple-use MPA to investigate their perceptions, attitudes, and support towards the MPA six years after implementation. Almost two thirds of recreational fishers supported the MPA and had positive attitudes towards the concept of MPAs. This is a key result since a similar pre-implementation survey of recreational fishers found only 12% would support the creation of PSGLMP due to fears the MPA would negatively impact their fishing activities and ability to catch fish. However, there was a sub-group of fishers who opposed the MPA and were more inclined to have negative attitudes towards the rationale behind MPAs, despite the common perception that no-take zones were for fisheries management purposes and could increase fish stocks in the MPA. More experienced fishers were inclined to oppose the MPA, as well as fishers who believed management zones did not provide clear rules for activities, penalties for non-compliance were too harsh, or that no-take zones did not increase fish stocks. An important perceived threat to the MPA was from commercial fishing due to perceptions of over-exploitation and issues of non-compliance. In contrast, the majority of recreational fishers did not believe the collective actions of recreational fishers negatively impacted the marine environment and fish stocks, or the number of fish available for capture in the future. An improved understanding of these social aspects is important to target ongoing management in order to increase acceptance, success and long-term existence of MPAs.
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2015 |
Martin CL, Momtaz S, Jordan A, Moltschaniwskyj NA, 'An assessment of the effectiveness of in-situ signage in multiple-use marine protected areas in providing information to different recreational users', Marine Policy, 56 78-85 (2015) [C1] © 2015 Elsevier Ltd. In-situ signage is a cost effective environmental education tool used in marine protected area (MPA) management, and the design and location of signage is cru... [more] © 2015 Elsevier Ltd. In-situ signage is a cost effective environmental education tool used in marine protected area (MPA) management, and the design and location of signage is crucial to attract the attention of targeted audiences. The implementation of multiple-use MPAs increases the challenges of communicating awareness of MPA boundaries and permitted activities. Currently, little is known about how effective signage in multiple-use MPAs is in communicating information to stakeholders that will promote supportive attitudes and behaviours towards MPAs. This study evaluated the usefulness of in-situ signage in an existing multiple-use MPA, to determine if signs pertaining to the MPA captured the attention of recreational users, and provided adequate information. Structured interviews with recreational fishers, divers, and other users, were used to determine users' awareness of being in an MPA, their awareness of management objectives and associated zoning scheme, together with levels of agreement or disagreement on whether or not current in-situ signage adequately communicates information about the MPA. It was evident that the types and accessibility of in-situ signs in the MPA may not be effective at capturing the attention of intended audiences and providing relevant information, with the exception of signs located at the dive site, due to their design, size, and placement. Awareness differed among the three user groups, together with their views on the effectiveness of signage. Many recreational fishers believed existing signage was inadequate and unclear, and expressed frustrations with the complexity of zoning rules and location of their boundaries. Based on this study, recommendations about the presentation, content, and placement of signage relative to access points, and information required by MPA users, is provided.
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2015 |
Shameem MIM, Momtaz S, Kiem A, 'Local perceptions of and adaptation to climate variability
and change: the case of shrimp farming communities
in the coastal region of Bangladesh', Climatic Change, 133 253-266 (2015) [C1]
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2015 | Pham THN, Momtaz S, Zimmerman K, Nguyen BD, 'FACTORS AFFECTING THE CONFLICT BETWEEN FISHING COMMUNITY AND AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY: A CASE STUDY OF TAM GIANG LAGOON IN THE CENTRAL OF VIETNAM.', Asia Pacific Journal of Advance Business and Social Studies, 1 228-238 (2015) [C1] | ||||||||||
2015 | Dang NB, Momtaz S, Zimmerman K, Pham THN, 'THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF FISHER S KNOWLEDGE TO MARINE FISHERIES MANAGEMENT A CASE STUDY OF A COASTAL COMMUNE IN VIETNAM', First Asia Pacific Journal of Advanced Business and Social Studies, 1 124-135 (2015) [C1] | ||||||||||
2014 |
Shameem MIM, Momtaz S, Rauscher R, 'Vulnerability of rural livelihoods to multiple stressors: A case study from the southwest coastal region of Bangladesh', Ocean and Coastal Management, 102 79-87 (2014) [C1] © 2014 Elsevier Ltd. The coastal area of Bangladesh has been a focus of climate change and hazard research due to its extreme vulnerability to tropical cyclones, often leading to ... [more] © 2014 Elsevier Ltd. The coastal area of Bangladesh has been a focus of climate change and hazard research due to its extreme vulnerability to tropical cyclones, often leading to disaster. While there have been recent studies on the nature of these disasters, people's vulnerability and responses, little is known about how other key stresses, interacting with these extreme weather events, impact natural resources and the flow of ecosystem services that sustain local livelihoods. In this paper, we explore the process by which major stresses and hazards shape the vulnerability of people's livelihoods in dynamic social-ecological environments in the southwest coastal region of Bangladesh. Drawing on qualitative and quantitative data from a case study, we identify the key drivers of change in social-ecological systems and evaluate whether these drivers have affected livelihood outcomes and various components of human wellbeing. This analysis suggests that increasing salinity intrusion, tropical cyclone and land-use change (directly and through changes in ecosystem services) affect the access to livelihood assets at household scale. This undermines social wellbeing by seriously impacting food and water security. Through identification of key stresses and their interactions, and the consequent impacts on ecosystems services and household capitals, the current study proposes a conceptual framework to understand the present day vulnerability to multiple stressors in the context of the coastal region of Bangladesh.
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2014 |
Kabir SMZ, Momtaz S, 'Sectorial variation in the quality of environmental impact statements and factors influencing the quality', Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 57 1595-1611 (2014) [C1] © 2013, © 2013 University of Newcastle upon Tyne. This paper assesses the overall quality of the EISs of four major sectors and the variation in quality of the EISs among the four... [more] © 2013, © 2013 University of Newcastle upon Tyne. This paper assesses the overall quality of the EISs of four major sectors and the variation in quality of the EISs among the four sectors in Bangladesh. While there are ample studies on the overall quality of EISs irrespective of sectors, there is a lack of research focus in Bangladesh or elsewhere on how the quality of EISs varies by sectors. This study reviews 40 EISs of four major sectors in Bangladesh by using the Lee-Colley method. The review findings indicate that, in general, the quality of EISs in Bangladesh is satisfactory. However, there is a variation in the quality of EISs by sectors where EISs for two sectors are found to be below the satisfactory level. The reasons behind the variation in the quality of EISs by sector are analysed. Furthermore, this paper analyses the factors influencing the overall quality of EISs in Bangladesh as 35% of EISs are still poorly prepared. The factors responsible for the poor performance of EISs include inadequate study time, the lack of baseline data, weak EIA teams, the lack of EIA experts, inadequate funds and weak Terms of Reference.
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2013 |
Kabir SMZ, Momtaz S, 'Fifteen years of environmental impact assessment system in Bangladesh: Current practice, challenges and future directions', Journal of Environmental Assessment Policy and Management, 15 1350018 (2013) [C1]
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2012 |
Kabir SZ, Momtaz S, 'The quality of environmental impact statements and environmental impact assessment practice in Bangladesh', Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal, 30 94-99 (2012) [C1]
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2011 | Kabir SZ, Momtaz S, 'The strengths and weaknesses of environmental impact assessment system in Bangladesh: Institutional aspects', International Journal of Environmental, Cultural, Economic and Social Sustainability, 7 149-165 (2011) [C1] | ||||||||||
2008 |
Momtaz S, Gladstone W, 'Ban on commercial fishing in the estuarine waters of New South Wales, Australia: Community consultation and social impacts', Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 28 214-225 (2008) [C1]
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2007 | Nguyen VT, Momtaz S, Zimmerman KD, 'Water pollution concerns in shrimp farming in Vietnam: A case study of Can Gio, Ho Chi Minh City', International Journal of Environmental, Cultural, Economic and Social Sustainability, 3 129-137 (2007) [C1] | ||||||||||
2006 | Momtaz S, 'Public Participation and Community Involvement in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in Developing Countries', The International Journal of Environmental, Cultural, Economic & Social Sustainability, 2 89-97 (2006) [C1] | ||||||||||
2006 | Rauscher RC, Momtaz S, 'Sustainable Area Planning (SAP) Model - A Tool for ESD Based Urban Planning', The International Journal of Environmental, Cultural, Economic & Social Sustainability, 1 73-84 (2006) [C1] | ||||||||||
2005 |
Momtaz S, 'Institutionalizing social impact assessment in Bangladesh resource management: limitations and opportunities', Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 25 33-45 (2005) [C1]
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2003 |
Momtaz S, 'The practice of social impact assessment in a developing country: the case of environmental and social impact assessment of Khulna-Jessore Drainage Rehabilitation Project in Bangladesh', Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal, 21 125-132 (2003) [C1]
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2002 |
Momtaz S, 'Environmental impact assessment in Bangladesh: A critical review', Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 22 163-179 (2002) [C1]
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2002 | Momtaz S, 'Microfinance, self-reliance and sustainability: The case of a non-governmental organization in Bangladesh', Journal of Bangladesh Studies, 4,1 1-9 (2002) [C1] | ||||||||||
1999 |
Lockie S, Momtaz S, Taylor B, 'Meaning and the Construction of Social Impacts: Water infrastructure development in Australia's Gladstone/Calliope region', Rural Society, 9:3 529-542 (1999) [C1]
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Conference (19 outputs)
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2019 |
Hoang HD, Momtaz S, Schreider M, 'Climate Risks and Vulnerability: Is fishers perception appropriate for their livelihood vulnerability?', Proceedings of the 2019 International Conference on Climate Change, Disaster Management and Environmental Sustainability, Kumamoto, Japan (2019) [E1]
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2019 | Momtaz S, Asaduzzaman M, Begum R, Fujimi T, 'Vulnerability of women s livelihoods and their coping mechanisms in the face of climate change experience from the coastal regions of Bangladesh', Proceedings of the 2019 International Conference on Climate Change, Disaster Management and Environmental Sustainability, Kumamoto, Japan (2019) [E1] | ||||
2019 |
Uddin MN, Momtaz S, Chalmers A, 'Community perception of impacts of protected area governance on local livelihoods: a case study of the Lawachara National Park, Bangladesh', Proceedings of the 2019 International Conference on Climate Change, Disaster Management and Environmental Sustainability, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan (2019) [E1]
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2014 |
Asaduzzaman M, Momtaz S, Sherval M, 'Climate change impact on Women's Livelihood in Bangladesh: Vulnerabilities versus Adaptabilities.', Climate Adaptation 2014 - Future Challenges. Program & Abstracts, Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Gold Coast Australia (2014) [E3]
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2010 | Kabir SZ, Momtaz S, Gladstone W, 'The Quality of Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) in Bangladesh', 30th Annual Conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment: Reviewed Papers, Geneva, Switzerland (2010) [E1] | ||||
2010 | Kabir SZ, Momtaz S, 'The strengths and weaknesses of legal provisions and effective EIA practice in Banladesh', Proceedings of (EME2010) the Second LASTED International Conference Environmental Management and Engineering, Banff, Canada (2010) [E1] | ||||
2007 | Momtaz S, Amin SMN, Kabir MH, 'Involving community in environmental decision-making in developing countries: The case of Ramsar wetland management in Bangladesh', 2007 Association of American Geographers Annual Meeting Abstracts, San Francisco, Calif. (2007) [E3] | ||||
2007 | Amin SMN, Kabir MH, Momtaz S, 'Sustainable management of freshwater wetlands in Bangladesh: A case study of Tanguar Haor', 2007 Association of American Geographers Annual Meeting Abstracts, San Francisco, Calif. (2007) [E3] | ||||
2007 | Nguyen VT, Momtaz S, Zimmerman KD, 'Wastewater from shrimp farming and water pollution in Vietnam', Environmental Science and Technology (2007), Houston, Texas (2007) [E1] | ||||
2005 | Rauscher RC, Momtaz S, 'Sustainable Area Planning (SAP) Framework for Sustainable Transport in Growth Centres - Case Study Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia', ATRF05, Sydney (2005) [E1] | ||||
2005 | Momtaz S, 'Environmental Planning in Bangladesh: the role of Environmental Assessment', 37th Bengal Studies Conference, Dhaka, Bangladesh (2005) [E3] | ||||
2005 | Duguman J, Momtaz S, Gladstone W, 'Critical Evaluation of Integrated Conservation and Development Programmes in PNG: A Case Studey Approach', Institute of Australian Geographers 34th Annual Conference, University of New England, Armidale (2005) [E3] | ||||
2002 | Momtaz S, Gladstone W, 'Social impact assessment of the decision to ban commercial fishing in Lake Macquarie on the commercial fishers', Assessing the Impact of Impact Assessment - Impact Assessment for Informed Decision Making, The Hague, Netherlands (2002) [E3] | ||||
2000 | Momtaz S, 'Decision-Making and Public Participation in New South Wales, Australia: The Case of the State of the Environment Reporting', Living with Diversity, Seoul, KOREA (2000) [E3] | ||||
1999 | Momtaz S, 'Urban solid waste management: the case of a municipal landfill in a small town of Queensland, Australia', 1999 IAIA Annual Meeting, Glasgow, UK (1999) [E3] | ||||
1999 | Momtaz S, 'Environmental and social impacts of a proposed water park in Rockhampton, Australia', 1999 IAIA Annual Meeting, Glasgow, UK (1999) [E3] | ||||
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Report (2 outputs)
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1998 | Faraizi AH, Momtaz S, Lawrence G, 'Micro Credit in Bangladesh: Improving the Lives of the Rural Poor', Assistance for Social Organization and Development, Bangladesh, 64 (1998) | ||
1998 | Momtaz S, Taylor B, Lockie S, 'Independent Social Impact Assessment: Proposed Castle Hope Dam - Calliope River, and Awoonga Dam Upgrade, Queensland', Queensland Previer's Department, 127 (including Appendices) (1998) |
Thesis / Dissertation (4 outputs)
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1990 | Momtaz S, Integrated Rural Development in Bangladesh - the Problem of Access, University of London (1990) | ||
1990 |
Momtaz S, Rural development and the problem of access: the case of the integrated rural development programme in Bangladesh. Ph.D. thesis, (1990) The available evidence suggests that the major rural development programme instituted by the Bangladesh Government in the 1960s has failed to assist the poorer sections of the rur... [more] The available evidence suggests that the major rural development programme instituted by the Bangladesh Government in the 1960s has failed to assist the poorer sections of the rural community to any great extent. Although recently redesigned to provide better access to its services for small farmers and the landless, it is argued that the main reason for its continuing failure to meet their needs arises from their variable access to land and other private resources which together limit the advantages to be acquired from the goods and services provided under the IRDP. Understanding the process by which access is differentiated is, therefore, crucial to designing improvements to existing programmes and to developing appropriate institutions for those who lack access. In principle the IRDP can work effectively on behalf of the rural poor but its impact is greatly reduced in practice by a complex and poorly supervised administration at the local level and weak links with potential recipients. The ownership of material assets, especially land, and the individual's position in the local power structure remain the determining factors in the receipt of benefits from the IRDP. -from Author |
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1981 | Momtaz S, The Future of Fertilizer Industry in Bangladesh - an economic and social study, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh (1981) | ||
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Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 12 |
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Total funding | $185,643 |
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20151 grants / $3,890
Mapping immaterial social values associated with Lake Macquarie estuary$3,890
Funding body: Lake Macquarie City Council
Funding body | Lake Macquarie City Council |
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Project Team | Ms Carol Martin, Conjoint Professor Natalie Moltschaniwskyj, Associate Professor Salim Momtaz, Associate Professor Troy Gaston |
Scheme | Lake Macquarie Environmental Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
GNo | G1500097 |
Type Of Funding | C2220 - Aust StateTerritoryLocal - Other |
Category | 2220 |
UON | Y |
20071 grants / $1,700
Annual Meeting, Association of American Geographers, 17-21 April 2007$1,700
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2007 |
Funding Finish | 2007 |
GNo | G0187372 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20061 grants / $2,225
2nd International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic and Social Sustainability, 9-12 January 2006$2,225
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2006 |
Funding Finish | 2006 |
GNo | G0186109 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20052 grants / $152,460
Urban Research Development Project$150,000
Funding body: Newcastle Innovation
Funding body | Newcastle Innovation |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Phillip O'Neill, Prof PAULINE McGuirk, Associate Professor Kathleen Mee, Associate Professor Kevin Markwell, Professor Sarah Wright, Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Administered Research |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2005 |
Funding Finish | 2006 |
GNo | G0187935 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
37th International Bengal Studies Conference, 4-6 January 2005$2,460
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2005 |
Funding Finish | 2005 |
GNo | G0184545 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20022 grants / $11,000
Social impact assessment guidelines for the proposal to create recreational fishing areas in Lake Macquarie and Botany Bay, NSW$8,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz, Conjoint Professor William Gladstone |
Scheme | Project Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2002 |
Funding Finish | 2002 |
GNo | G0181390 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Annual International conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment Netherlands, 15-22 June, 2002$2,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2002 |
Funding Finish | 2002 |
GNo | G0181704 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20011 grants / $2,312
35th International Bengal Studies Conference, USA 18 -20 May 2001$2,312
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2001 |
Funding Finish | 2001 |
GNo | G0180808 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20002 grants / $7,641
Social Change in the Central Coast Region: An Analysis of Census Data From 1986, 1991 and 1996.$6,000
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | New Staff Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2000 |
Funding Finish | 2000 |
GNo | G0180155 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
The 29th International Geographical Congress (annual conference) Seoul, Korea.$1,641
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2000 |
Funding Finish | 2000 |
GNo | G0180309 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
19992 grants / $4,415
19th Annual Meeting of the International Association for Impact Assessment, Glasgow.$2,400
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 1999 |
Funding Finish | 1999 |
GNo | G0180461 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Social Impact Assessment.$2,015
Funding body: Rural Social and Economic Research Centre
Funding body | Rural Social and Economic Research Centre |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Salim Momtaz |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 1999 |
Funding Finish | 1999 |
GNo | G0178765 |
Type Of Funding | Donation - Aust Non Government |
Category | 3AFD |
UON | Y |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Past Supervision
Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2014 | PhD |
A new record and geography of tsunamis, earthquakes and tropical cyclones in Bangladesh and their relevance to disaster risk reduction. <span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial',sans-serif;">The main aim of this research is to quantify and geographically map extreme natural hazard (i.e. earthquakes, tsunamis and tropical cyclones) that occur in the northern Bay of Bengal and evaluate the subsequent risk levels of populations in Bangladesh, </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial',sans-serif;">one of the hazardous region of the </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial',sans-serif;">world.</span> |
Environmental Studies, University of New South Wales | Consultant Supervisor |
2007 | Masters |
Assessment and evaluation of Environmental Impact Assessment in Bangladesh The research investigates into the practice and quality of environmental impact assessment in Bangladesh. |
Environmental Studies, Central European University | Consultant Supervisor |
News
Researcher weighs in on flood management in Bangladesh
September 4, 2020
Associate Professor Salim Momtaz
Position
Associate Professor
School of Environmental and Life Sciences
Faculty of Science
Focus area
Environmental Science and Management
Contact Details
salim.momtaz@newcastle.edu.au | |
Phone | (02) 4348 4131 |
Fax | (02) 4348 4145 |
Office
Room | SO E1.54 Ourimbah Campus |
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Building | Science Offices. |
Location | Ourimbah 10 Chittaway Road Ourimbah, NSW 2258 Australia |