sustainable development

This publication is the result of an initiative to promote an exchange between Brazil and African countries on lessons learned about the role of community forestry as a strategic option to achieve the goals of Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+).

Africa is currently experiencing the world's fastest urbanization rate at 3.5 percent annually-placing increasing pressure on resource-constrained local governments to maintain and improve livability standards of their cities.

Mexico, Costa Rica, and Ecuador have substantial experience with implementing payments for ecosystem services (PES) and conservation incentive programs. Yet, many aspects of their experiences remain poorly understood and will require special attention in any new or expanded use of these types of incentives.

This policy note has two goals. First, to assess whether inclusive business models face specific regulatory hurdles. Second, to recommend policies that creates a business environment conducive to inclusive business. Little research has been conducted on the first goal. This note analyzes survey answers from companies that applied to the G20 Challenge.

In order to protect the environment and creation the conditions for a good and healthy life, the construction of buildings should be sustainable. It is essential that the entire process that includes planning, design and realization, be consistent with bioclimatic principles.

Discusses agricultural investments in Mali. Analyses national trends in investment flows and patterns; assesses the adequacy of the legal and institutional framework regulating land and investment; and examines two examples of more inclusive investments.

Ces directives techniques sur l’utilisation des ressources halieutiques sauvages pour l’aquaculture fondée sur les captures (CBA) ont été préparées par le Département des pêches et de l’aquaculture de l’Organisation des Nations Unies pour l’alimentation et l’agriculture (FAO) sous la coordination d’Alessandro Lovatelli, Fonctionnaire chargé de l’aquaculture, Division de l’utilisation et de

L'Initiative sur les politiques foncières vise principalement à « aider les États membres dans la mise en oeuvre de la Déclaration de l’Union africaine sur les problèmes et enjeux fonciers en Afrique, conformément aux Cadre et directives pour les politiques foncières en Afrique, afin de réaliser le développement socioéconomique, la paix, la sécurité et le respect de l’environnement ».

The principle goal of the LPI is “to assist member states in the implementation of the AU Declaration on land Issues and challenges in Africa, in accordance with the Framework and Guidelines on Land Policy in Africa, in order to achieve socioeconomic development, peace and security, and environmental sustainability”.To facilitate the implementation of the AU Declaration of Land Issues and Chall

In de komende decennia zal de bevolkingsgroei in Nederland geleidelijk tot stilstand komen, waarna waarschijnlijk een daling zal inzetten. De groei verschilt per regio, en als sommige regio's blijven groeien moeten andere noodzakelijkerwijs krimpen. In sommige regio's is de bevolking al aan het dalen, en andere krijgen in de nabije toekomst met krimp te maken.

Climate resilient cities a primer on reducing vulnerabilities to disasters is prepared as a guide for local governments in the East Asia Region to better understand the concepts and consequences of climate change; how climate change consequences contribute to urban vulnerabilities; and what is being done by city governments in East Asia and around the world to actively engage in learning, capac

The efficiency and productivity of
Colombia's urban system will be a key determinant in
the ability of the country to transition from a middle
income to a higher-income economy. Colombia, as with most
Latin American countries, has experienced positive growth