Nordpil

Portfolio

This portfolio of work, which includes references and examples of the products prepared by Nordpil, is split into two sections: one for maps, charts and other graphics, and one for websites, web programming and SEO.

Publication list (selected)

  • Competing water claims in biofuel feedstock operations in Central KalimantanSEI. 2012. Competing water claims in biofuel feedstock operations in Central Kalimantan.
    This SEI working paper gauges the impacts of palm oil plantations from the perspective of local communities in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, and identifies governance issues. It finds that local communities in Central Kalimantan Province have severe grievances, reporting that plantations pollute local rivers, lakes and aquifers, harming their drinking water and killing fish, and also dry up community wells. Nordpil prepared an overview map integrating data and information from various sources. Report available from SEI.
  • Climate change adaptation in Swedish forestry: a historical overview, 1990–2012SEI. 2012. Climate change adaptation in Swedish forestry: a historical overview, 1990–2012.
    This report explores how climate change adaptation concerns were integrated into the Swedish forestry discourse in the period 1990–2010. Nordpil prepared overview map, charts and assisted with the design of the tables. Report available from SEI.
  • Results from survey on use and capacity in using graphics to communicate environment and sustainable development issuesNordpil and Envalue. 2012. Results from survey on use and capacity in using graphics to communicate environment and sustainable development issues.
    In 2010, to learn more about the way environmental and sustainable development professionals use charts, maps and diagrams, a short survey was prepared. The results are published in this report, and they provide an interesting picture of needs and capabilities in for preparing and using graphics for communication related to climate change, environmental issues and sustainable development. The results are been summarized in this report. Report available from this website.
  • Snow, Water, Ice and Permafrost in the Arctic (SWIPA) Scientific reportAMAP. 2012. Snow, Water, Ice and Permafrost in the Arctic (SWIPA) Scientific report.
    The assessments in Snow, Water, Ice and Permafrost in the Arctic (SWIPA) represent an important milestone in the study of climate change and its impacts. The report examines changes in snow cover, temperatures, glaciers, ice caps, permafrost and sea ice. A key finding is that virtually all parts of the arctic's frozen regions are being affected by increases in temperature. Released in April 2012, the report is the result of many years of work and includes contributions from a diverse range of institutions. Nordpil assisted in preparing graphics and data research. The report is available from AMAP.
  • Arctic Protected Areas Monitoring Scheme Background PaperCAFF. 2011. Arctic Protected Areas Monitoring Scheme Background Paper.
    As a benchmark and background study, the conservation programme of the Arctic Council has performed an inventory of protected areas, such as national parks, in the circumpolar arctic. The Conservation of Arctic Flora and Fauna (CAFF) has examined the current status using best available data to review the status of protection of land and marine environments. The report was published in the CAFF Monitoring Series, as report #5. Nordpil prepared all the national and circumpolar maps for this study. The report is available on the Arctic Portal website. A map from this report has been added to the portfolio section: Protected Areas of the Arctic.
  • TheGlobe for The Petrel, by Hagenes Data ABHagenes Data AB. 2010. TheGlobe.
    A plugin for Petrel for interactive management, browsing and exploration of continental shelves and the ocean floor in a 3D view. Nordpil prepared a number of layers for background information on geology and environmental factors for the sea column. Available for purchase through the Ocean Store.
  • Protecting Arctic BiodiversityUNEP. 2010. Protecting Arctic Biodiversity.
    An in-depth review of existing multilateral environmental agreements and their role for the Arctic environment, including treaties such as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The report covers selected case studies on such topics as climate change, polar bears, seals and an ecosystem approach. Nordpil worked with the editors to prepare maps for the report, including adapting existing graphics from the UNEP/GRID-Arendal graphics library. The publication is available on the UNEP/GRID-Arendal website, and graphics from the report have been published at maps.grida.no.
  • Arctic Biodiversity Trends 2010: Selected indicators of changeArctic Council. 2010. Arctic Biodiversity Trends 2010: Selected indicators of change.
    An overview of the ecology of the Arctic is presented in the report Arctic Biodiversity Trends 2010: Selected Indicators of Change, presented by the Arctic Council in May 2010. Nordpil prepared all the maps, charts and diagrams for this publication, and worked closely with the editorial team from UNEP/GRID-Arendal and the CAFF Secretariat. Two maps from this report are presented in the portfolio section: red knot migration and vegetation trends in the Arctic. The report is available from the arcticbiodiversity.is website.
  • Reindeer husbandry and Barents 2030 - Impacts of future petroleum development on reindeer husbandryInternationa Centre for Reindeer Husbandry. 2009. Reindeer husbandry and Barents 2030 - Impacts of future petroleum development on reindeer husbandry.
    The future for reindeer husbandry in the barents region is highly dependent on the availability of grazing land. Extensive oil and gas development will likely lead to loss of vital ranges, in particular coastal summer pastures and calving grounds. Reindeer husbandry and barents 2030 presents new potential scenarios for reindeer husbandry, combining the globio methodology for mapping loss of biodiversity with the extensive oil and gas development pictured in the barlindhaug scenarios. Maps and analysis by Nordpil features. Full report available from UNEP/GRID-Arendal.
  • Catalysing change - the UNECE response to the climate countdownUnited Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). 2009. Catalysing change - the UNECE response to the climate countdown.
  • Catalysing change - the UNECE response to the climate countdownUnited Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). 2009. Catalysing change - the UNECE response to the climate countdown.
    Some of the member states of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), notably the US and Canada and some EU member states, are among the main emitters of greenhouse gases. The report Catalysing change - the UNECE response to the climate countdown, prepared for the COP15 climate conference in December 2009, summarizes activities among UNECE member states to mitigate and act on climate change. Nordpil prepared and edited all illustrations for this report (partly based on previous work by UNEP/GRID-Arendal). Full layout and graphic design by Nordpil. Three illustrations from this report are presented in the portfolio section: cover, cartogram and a chart. The report is available for download from the UNECE.
  • Cartography Design Annual #2Springer Cartographics. 2009. Cartography Design Annual #2.
    The second Cartography Design Annual features selected outstanding examples of map artwork published in 2008. The maps were chosen based on the clarity of the information, the appeal of the visual design, and the quality of the production. A map by Hugo Ahlenius, prepared for UNEP/GRID-Arendal, was selected for this volume. The map presents climate scenarios for the Arctic region. See map portfolio to view this map. The report can be ordered from the publisher.
  • Effekt #2 2009Effekt. 2009. Effekt - klimatmagasinet 2009/2. Stockholm, Sweden.
    The 2009/02 issue of the Swedish climate magazine Effekt features maps prepared by Nordpil. The illustrations accompany an article on vulnerability to climate change in Sweden. See map portfolio for samples. The report is available from the publishers.
  • UArctic Shared Voices - Thematic Networks issueUArctic. 2009. UArctic Shared Voices - Thematic Networks issue. Rovaniemi, Finland.
    Nordpil contributed a series map illustrating the networks of the University of the Arctic using data supplied by the UArctic secretariat. The data was then manipulated and georeferenced to match the background map. See map portfolio for sample and links.
  • The Environmental Food CrisisUNEP. 2009. The Environmental Food Crisis - The Environment's Role in Averting Future Food Crises. Nairobi, Kenya.
    Nordpil prepared 30 illustrations, with research and documentation, in close collaboration with the editorial team. Hugo Ahlenius served as graphics editor. Full report and more information available from UNEP/GRID-Arendal, all graphics are accessible in the UNEP/GRID-Arendal maps and graphics library.
  • Natural Resources and Pro-Poor GrowthOECD Publishing. 2008. Natural Resources and Pro-Poor Growth - DAC Guidelines and References Series. Paris, France.
    Numerous maps, charts and diagrams were prepared for the publication and later modified by the publication team. All illustrations that were prepared are available from UNEP/GRID-Arendal, and the report can be viewed or ordered from OECD.
  • International Polar Year (IPY) educational postersUNEP/GRID-Arendal. 2008. International Polar Year (IPY) educational posters. Arendal, Norway.
    Project management, editing, research, graphics production and layout of five posters on current research- and sustainable development issues in the polar regions. The posters are available for download from UNEP/GRID-Arendal, and all graphics are also available separately.
  • World Resources Report 2008 - Roots of Resilience - Growing the Wealth of the PoorWorld Resources Institute. 2008. World Resources Report 2008 - Roots of Resilience - Growing the Wealth of the Poor. Washington DC, USA.
    Assorted maps and diagrams, and editorial collaboration. The report and graphics resources are available on the report website, and from UNEP/GRID-Arendal.
  • Poverty and Environment Times #5: The Pro-Poor Growth IssueUNEP. 2008. Poverty and Environment Times #5: The Pro-Poor Growth Issue. Nairobi, Kenya.
    Participated in the editorial team and designed maps and charts for the newspaper. The publication is available on the Environment Times website, and from the UNEP/GRID-Arendal maps and graphics library.
  • In Dead Water - Merging merging of climate change with pollution, over-harvest, and infestations in the world's fishing grounds (Rapid Response Assessment)UNEP. 2008. In Dead Water - Merging of climate change with pollution, over-harvest, and infestations in the world's fishing grounds (Rapid Response Assessment). Nairobi, Kenya.
    Graphics editor, research, data collection and preparation of all graphics for the report. See the report website for more information and the graphics prepared for the report.
  • Global Outlook for Ice and SnowUNEP. 2007. Global Outlook for Ice and Snow. Nairobi, Kenya.
    Graphics editor, research, data collection and preparation of all graphics for the report. See the report website for more information and the graphics prepared for the report.
  • The Last Stand of the Orangutan - State of emergency: illegal logging, fire and palm oil in Indonesia's national parks (Rapid Response Assessment)UNEP. 2007. The Last Stand of the Orangutan - State of emergency: illegal logging, fire and palm oil in Indonesia's national parks (Rapid Response Assessment). Nairobi, Kenya.
    Graphics editor, research, data collection and preparation of all graphics for the report. See the report website for more information and the graphics prepared for the report.
  • Global Environment Outlook - GEO-4UNEP. 2007. Global Environment Outlook - GEO-4. Nairobi, Kenya.
    Model development, implementation and graphics presentation of spatial models on human impact and biodiversity. See the main GEO website for more information and the graphics prepared for the report.
  • Poverty and Environment Times #4: The Millennium Development Goals IssueUNEP. 2005. Poverty and Environment Times #4: The Millennium Development Goals Issue. Nairobi, Kenya.
    Graphics editor, research, data collection and preparation of all graphics for the report. See the issue website for more information and downloads and the graphics prepared for the report.
  • Vital Arctic GraphicsUNEP. 2005. Vital Arctic Graphics. Nairobi, Kenya.
    Project manager, author, graphics editor, research, data collection and preparation of graphics for the report. See the report website for more information and the graphics prepared for the report.
  • Poverty-Biodiversity Mapping applicationsIUCN. 2004. Poverty-Biodiversity Mapping applications. Geneva, Switzerland.
    Research and participation in the editorial team. Modelling and the presentation of poverty and biodiversity spatial analysis, including map production. See the report website for more information and the maps prepared for the report. The website is no longer available, report is available by request.

Visual products featured in the media

  • National Geographic
  • Globe and Mail
  • (and many others)