India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution

This policy attempts to harmonize economic development and environmental imperatives using a variety of regulatory instruments, fiscal incentives and educational and outreach methods to promote the application of the best technologies to reduce pollution.

Date Implemented: 1992

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

This policy sets the standards and penalties for noncompliance for polluting. It establishes both a Central Pollution Control Board, and State Pollution Control Boards to monitor and enforce the regulations.

Date Implemented: 1974, 1988

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act

Provided the Central and state boards with the authority to levy and collect a tax on industries using water. The tax is calculated on the basis of how much water consumed. 2003 Amendment: tax between 5 and 30 paise per kiloliter of water consumed (depending on purpose for which the water is consumed) and the Central Gov’t may exempt industries as it chooses. 

Date Implemented: 1977

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act

Provided the Central and state boards with the authority to levy and collect a tax on industries using water. The tax is calculated on the basis of how much water consumed. 2003 Amendment: tax between 5 and 30 paise per kiloliter of water consumed (depending on purpose for which the water is consumed) and the Central Gov’t may exempt industries as it chooses. 

Date Implemented: 1977

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act

Provided the Central and state boards with the authority to levy and collect a tax on industries using water. The tax is calculated on the basis of how much water consumed. 2003 Amendment: tax between 5 and 30 paise per kiloliter of water consumed (depending on purpose for which the water is consumed) and the Central Gov’t may exempt industries as it chooses. 

Date Implemented: 1977

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act

Provided the Central and state boards with the authority to levy and collect a tax on industries using water. The tax is calculated on the basis of how much water consumed. 2003 Amendment: tax between 5 and 30 paise per kiloliter of water consumed (depending on purpose for which the water is consumed) and the Central Gov’t may exempt industries as it chooses. 

Date Implemented: 1977

India: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act

Provided the Central and state boards with the authority to levy and collect a tax on industries using water. The tax is calculated on the basis of how much water consumed. 2003 Amendment: tax between 5 and 30 paise per kiloliter of water consumed (depending on purpose for which the water is consumed) and the Central Gov’t may exempt industries as it chooses. 

Date Implemented: 1977

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: The Environment (Protection) Act

This policy lays out the legal framework for standards and regulations controlling and preventing environmental pollution.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: http://www.msi-network.com/content/doing_business_in_india_environment.a..., http://www.geocities.com/india_pil/acts/environm.htm

India: Notification on Coastal Regulation Zone

Creates the National Coastal Zone Management Authority along with individual State Costal Zone Management Authorities, to take measures for protecting and improving the quality of the coastal environment and preventing, abating and controlling environmental pollution in coastal areas. 

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Notification on Coastal Regulation Zone

Creates the National Coastal Zone Management Authority along with individual State Costal Zone Management Authorities, to take measures for protecting and improving the quality of the coastal environment and preventing, abating and controlling environmental pollution in coastal areas. 

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Notification on Coastal Regulation Zone

Creates the National Coastal Zone Management Authority along with individual State Costal Zone Management Authorities, to take measures for protecting and improving the quality of the coastal environment and preventing, abating and controlling environmental pollution in coastal areas. 

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Notification on Coastal Regulation Zone

Creates the National Coastal Zone Management Authority along with individual State Costal Zone Management Authorities, to take measures for protecting and improving the quality of the coastal environment and preventing, abating and controlling environmental pollution in coastal areas. 

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Notification on Coastal Regulation Zone

Creates the National Coastal Zone Management Authority along with individual State Costal Zone Management Authorities, to take measures for protecting and improving the quality of the coastal environment and preventing, abating and controlling environmental pollution in coastal areas. 

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: Notification on Coastal Regulation Zone

Creates the National Coastal Zone Management Authority along with individual State Costal Zone Management Authorities, to take measures for protecting and improving the quality of the coastal environment and preventing, abating and controlling environmental pollution in coastal areas. 

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Mandatory

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

India: The Ninth Plan

The Energy section of Gov’t of India’s 9th 5-year plan includes accelerated exploration for and production of hydrocarbons, equity oil abroad, efforts at managing energy demand through rational energy pricing, introduction of reforms through restructuring/deregulation of the energy sector to promote growth through increased efficiency and competitiveness, and the exploration of cleaner, alternative fuels.

Date Implemented: 1997-2002

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Sistema Integrado de Regulación Directa y Gestión Ambiental de la Industria (SIRG)

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Programma de Normalización Ambiental Industrial

Implementation of standards and norms for water, atmosphere, environmental impact and natural resource use.  Intense efforts of verification and inspection that assist companies in complying with these regulations.

Date Implemented: 1997-2001

Status: Ended; Mandatory

References: 2nd National Communication to the UNFCCC

Mexico: Ley Federal para Prevenir y Controlar la Contaminación Ambiental (Federal Law for the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution)

Three sets of regulations were enacted to implement this Law: regulations to prevent and control atmospheric pollution caused by dust and smoke; regulations to control water pollution; and regulations to prevent and control pollution of the sea.

Date Implemented: 1971

Status: In Force; Framework policy

Mexico: Ley Federal para Prevenir y Controlar la Contaminación Ambiental (Federal Law for the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution)

Three sets of regulations were enacted to implement this Law: regulations to prevent and control atmospheric pollution caused by dust and smoke; regulations to control water pollution; and regulations to prevent and control pollution of the sea.

Date Implemented: 1971

Status: In Force; Framework policy

Mexico: Ley Federal para Prevenir y Controlar la Contaminación Ambiental (Federal Law for the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution)

Three sets of regulations were enacted to implement this Law: regulations to prevent and control atmospheric pollution caused by dust and smoke; regulations to control water pollution; and regulations to prevent and control pollution of the sea.

Date Implemented: 1971

Status: In Force; Framework policy

Mexico: Ley Federal para Prevenir y Controlar la Contaminación Ambiental (Federal Law for the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution)

Three sets of regulations were enacted to implement this Law: regulations to prevent and control atmospheric pollution caused by dust and smoke; regulations to control water pollution; and regulations to prevent and control pollution of the sea.

Date Implemented: 1971

Status: In Force; Framework policy

Mexico: Ley Federal para Prevenir y Controlar la Contaminación Ambiental (Federal Law for the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution)

Three sets of regulations were enacted to implement this Law: regulations to prevent and control atmospheric pollution caused by dust and smoke; regulations to control water pollution; and regulations to prevent and control pollution of the sea.

Date Implemented: 1971

Status: In Force; Framework policy

Mexico: Ley Federal para Prevenir y Controlar la Contaminación Ambiental (Federal Law for the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution)

Three sets of regulations were enacted to implement this Law: regulations to prevent and control atmospheric pollution caused by dust and smoke; regulations to control water pollution; and regulations to prevent and control pollution of the sea.

Date Implemented: 1971

Status: In Force; Framework policy

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program.

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program.

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program.

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program.

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 regarding Program to Assess Companies/Businesses Places Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Efforts

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Clean River Program or Program Kali Bersih (PROKASIH)

Indonesia: Clean River Program or Program Kali Bersih (PROKASIH)

Indonesia: Clean River Program or Program Kali Bersih (PROKASIH)

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 to Assess Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Effort

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 to Assess Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Effort

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 to Assess Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Effort

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Indonesia: Decree No. Kep-35A/MENLH/7/1995 to Assess Compliant Performance to PROKISIH Effort

This decree establishes rewards for companies who comply with environmental regulations and who actively participate in the PROKASIH program

Date Implemented: 1995

Status: In Force; Voluntary

South Africa: The White Paper on Integrated Pollution and Waste Management

This policy represents a paradigm shift in South African Policy. Rather than focusing on impact management and remedial solutions to the problem of pollution, it centers on waste prevention.

Date Implemented: 2000

Status: In Force

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000

South Africa: The White Paper on Integrated Pollution and Waste Management

This policy represents a paradigm shift in South African Policy. Rather than focusing on impact management and remedial solutions to the problem of pollution, it centers on waste prevention.

Date Implemented: 2000

Status: In Force

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000

South Africa: The White Paper on Integrated Pollution and Waste Management

This policy represents a paradigm shift in South African Policy. Rather than focusing on impact management and remedial solutions to the problem of pollution, it centers on waste prevention.

Date Implemented: 2000

Status: In Force

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000

South Africa: The White Paper on Integrated Pollution and Waste Management

This policy represents a paradigm shift in South African Policy. Rather than focusing on impact management and remedial solutions to the problem of pollution, it centers on waste prevention.

Date Implemented: 2000

Status: In Force

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000

South Africa: The White Paper on Integrated Pollution and Waste Management

This policy represents a paradigm shift in South African Policy. Rather than focusing on impact management and remedial solutions to the problem of pollution, it centers on waste prevention.

Date Implemented: 2000

Status: In Force

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000

South Africa: The White Paper on Integrated Pollution and Waste Management

This policy represents a paradigm shift in South African Policy. Rather than focusing on impact management and remedial solutions to the problem of pollution, it centers on waste prevention.

Date Implemented: 2000

Status: In Force

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000

Iran: Third 5-Year Development Plan (esp Article 104:D and 134)

Iran: Third 5-Year Development Plan (esp Article 104:D and 134)

Iran: Third 5-Year Development Plan (esp Article 104:D and 134)

Iran: Third 5-Year Development Plan (esp Article 104:D and 134)

Iran: Third 5-Year Development Plan (esp Article 104:D and 134)

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

China: Cleaner Production Promotion Law

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: National Forestation Program

The National Forest Policy aims to ensure the adequate supply of industrial timber and fuel wood; provision of livelihood for upland communities and, restoration and maintenance of a stable, functional and wholesome environment. It also creates production forest plantations for sustainable exploitation.

Date Implemented: 1986

Status: Framework Policy

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Philippines: Investment Priorities Plan (IPP)

This plan outlines the sectors in which the Filipino government is actively promoting investment with incentives and a favorable regulatory framework. Activities promoted include the development of alternative energy sources and natural gas resources, as well as, for example, manufacturing items for export and building housing developments.

Date Implemented: 2004

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Saudi Arabia: Fifth Development Plan

This plan aims to improve the standard of living and the welfare of Saudi citizens, to provide an environment free from pollution, with clean air, water and food and to achieve sustainable development on the basis of improved management of the available natural resources and maintain the current capacity of the environment. The plan incorporates the preventive principle and the concept of the environmental impact assessment.

Date Implemented: 1995-1999

Singapore: Green Plan 2012

SGP 2012 describes Singapore’s goals, objectives, targets and plans for sustainable and green development through 2012. The plan focuses on reducing waste, increasing recycling programs, curbing air polluting emissions, increasing and diversifying water resources and safeguarding public health.

Date Implemented: 2002

Singapore: Green Plan 2012

SGP 2012 describes Singapore’s goals, objectives, targets and plans for sustainable and green development through 2012. The plan focuses on reducing waste, increasing recycling programs, curbing air polluting emissions, increasing and diversifying water resources and safeguarding public health.

Date Implemented: 2002

Singapore: Green Plan 2012

SGP 2012 describes Singapore’s goals, objectives, targets and plans for sustainable and green development through 2012. The plan focuses on reducing waste, increasing recycling programs, curbing air polluting emissions, increasing and diversifying water resources and safeguarding public health.

Date Implemented: 2002

Singapore: Green Plan 2012

SGP 2012 describes Singapore’s goals, objectives, targets and plans for sustainable and green development through 2012. The plan focuses on reducing waste, increasing recycling programs, curbing air polluting emissions, increasing and diversifying water resources and safeguarding public health.

Date Implemented: 2002

Singapore: Green Plan 2012

SGP 2012 describes Singapore’s goals, objectives, targets and plans for sustainable and green development through 2012. The plan focuses on reducing waste, increasing recycling programs, curbing air polluting emissions, increasing and diversifying water resources and safeguarding public health.

Date Implemented: 2002

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Singapore: Joint Research

The National Environmental Agency carries out joint research and development projects with tertiary institutions.

Date Implemented: 1991

Status: In Force; Voluntary

Funding Information: Projects are usually carried out on an equal cost-sharing basis.

References: http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=43

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

Thailand: The Enhancement and Conservation of Environmental Quality Act

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include:

China: Program of Action for Sustainable Development

This program is a follow-up of the White Paper on China’s Population, Environment, and Development in the 21st Century. It acknowledges progress made in the last decade including economic and social developments and capacity building, and also upcoming challenges. To deal with these challenges, the program suggests improving research and investement in sustainable development, improving legislation and supporting institutions, and strenghten international cooperation.

Priorities include: