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Sustainability reporting is a process that assists organizations in understanding the links between sustainability related issues and the organization’s plans and strategy, goal setting, performance measurement and managing change towards a sustainable global economy – one that combines profitability with social responsibility and environmental care. The final product of this process is a…

Decision and policy makers at government level do have the lead role in the implementation process of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and for achieving the objectives of the UNCCD Ten- Year Strategy (2008-2018). However, success often depends on the active role of many other national players including parliamentarians.Since the inception of the UNCCD,…

This guide provides practical insights on why and how companies can provide constructive influences on climate policy.This report is not designed to make the case that climate change—or global warming—is the greatest threat facing the world today. Climate scientists from across the globe, as well as military and economic analysts, have already established the severity of the issue and the scale…

Illustrates the main building blocks necessary to enhance corporate sustainability as an effective contribution to sustainable development, creating value for both business and society. Each of these building blocks must be further strengthened and connected through a comprehensive and collective effort if they are to help take corporate sustainability to scale and turn business into a truly…

Economic development and natural resource management are top priorities for cooperation between the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Republic of Tajikistan. For both countries the adequate knowledge and sharing of information about natural resources and hazards are important. With 100 photos and 50 maps and graphics based on official sources and original research, this well…

This complementary edition to the AEO 2013 gathers the complete AEO analysis on structural transformation and natural resources by combining the thematic chapter and the thematic sections of all 53 country notes into one single document. It thus provides a unique overview of how each African country uses its natural resources to support the structural transformation of their economy. The report…