Rapport National du Niger

The Report was elaborated in view of the preparation for the Rio+20 conference, through the review of all relevant documents and consultations of the main stakeholders. It presents the framework for t

New and Emerging Challenges in Africa Summary Report

The 2012 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) has the objective of securing renewed political commitment to sustainable development, assess the progress and implementation gap

Bridging the means of implementation gap: Key issues for Africa

Since the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), sustainable development is being pursued at global, regional and national levels. This quest for sustainable development is

Progress towards Sustainable Development in Southern Africa Summary for Policy Makers

This report was prepared for the Rio+20 UN Summit1 and presents a synopsis of efforts made by the region, starting from the Earth Summit in 19921 (the Rio Summit), through the World Summit on Sustaina

Reflections on the State of Agreement on Key Issues of Rio+20

Conference report from FES-sponsored retreat in Autumn 2011, which set up an informal space and time for Permanent Representatives and experts from a number of UN missions to discuss issues related to

Case study Enhancing rural livelihoods and nutrition through higher welfare poultry production in In

Case study Beyond battery cages: a humane, sustainable model of egg production in The Netherlands

Case study Extensive benefits: how animal welfare is increasing Brazil?s beef cattle productivity

Case study In growing demand: free-range pig production in Brazil

Case study High steaks: a humane and sustainable ?farm to fork? beef system in the US

Case study Laying firm foundations: humane and large scale production of chickens and eggs in Brazil

Case study Creating greener pastures: Securing livelihoods with small-scale milk production in Ken

The London 2012 Sustainability Report 2011

When London bid to host the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, it made a radical proposal to the International Olympic Committee. This proposal was entitled ?Towards a One Planet Olympics?. Lond

The Road to Rio+20 - Issue 3

No future without justice

A group of 18 leading civil society activists and scholars from around the globe releases a joint report titled ?No future without justice?. The report calls for fundamental changes to tackle the root

Solar Electricity Handbook (Portuguese and Spanish)

The Solar Electricity Handbook was created by Ideal Institute, with GIZ and KfW support, with the goal of spread the use of photovoltaic energy among Brazilian companies. The 20-page booklet, publishe

Green Economy: Sustainable Transition in a Changing Arab World - AFED

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The Changes we Need for the Future we Want (CIDSE recommendations for the UN rio+20 Conference)

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Time to rethink and regain control over the future of the human family (statement church and civil s

?We, representatives of the Catholic Church and civil society from all continents, working on poverty eradication and integral human development call on world leaders to show political leadership at t

Aportes de Nicaragua para la Conferencia de Rio + 20

Road Map on Building a Green Economy for Sustainable Development in Carriacou and Petite Martinique,

This publication is the product of an international study led by the Division for Sustainable Development (DSD) of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) in cooperation

Ecological Footprint and Investment in Natural Capital in Asia and the Pacific

In the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), 1,200 new species have been discovered in the past 20 years, while on the island of Borneo, scientists have discovered 600 new species in that same time span. Th

Achieving Sustainable Development

In this new brochure, a closer look is taken at some of the best practices and innovations from Finland to inspire everyone to take action in greening our economies.

Zero Net Land Degradation - A Sustainable Development Goal for Rio+20: To secure the contribution of

New UNCCD Policy Brief, ?A Sustainable Development Goal for Rio+20: Zero Net Land Degradation,? reveals that sustainable land-use is a prerequisite for ensuring future water, food and energy security.

Executive Summary: Zero Net Land Degradation - A Sustainable Development Goal for Rio+20: To secure

This is the executive summary leaflet of the UNCCD policy blief under the same title. New UNCCD Policy Brief, ?A Sustainable Development Goal for Rio+20: Zero Net Land Degradation,? reveals that susta

Environmental Governance and the Courts in Asia: An Asian Judges Network on the Environment

Asian chief justices and judges recognize that they have much to gain by exchanging experiences with judges across borders. Their professional ties with fellow judges are often strong, given their sha

Afirmacao Rio+20_Tempo de repensar e recuperar o controlo sobre o futuro da humanidade (afirmacao l?

Os l???deres da Igreja e da sociedade civil exigem dos governos concentrarem-se nos pobres e tra???arem um novo caminho para um mundo justo e sustent???vel na confer???ncia Rio+20 N???s, os represent

Le moment est venu de repenser et de reprendre en mains l?avenir de la famille humaine (Declaration

Des dignitaires de l????glise et des responsables de la soci???t??? civile appellent les gouvernements ??? se pr???occuper des pauvres et ??? tracer la voie vers un monde juste et durable ??? l?occasi

Es hora de reflexionar y retomar el control sobre el futuro de la familia humana (declaracion conjun

Los lideres de la Iglesia y de la sociedad civil hacen un llamado a los gobiernos para que centren su atencion en los mas pobres y aprovechen los debates de Rio +20, para plantear nuevos caminos hacia

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