UN-EU: Green economy is the challenge for world leaders
24 Apr '12
3 min read
The Global Outlook also provides recommendations to adapt, replicate and scale up SCP policies and initiatives. It encourages decision-makers in all arenas to take action that will be followed up in the years to come. The recommendations include:
• Integrate SCP into policy frameworks and strategic plans
• Ensure the collection of more SCP data to measure policy effectiveness and track progress
• Learn from experience to develop an optimal policy mix
• Provide enabling policy frameworks to encourage business investments on SCP
• Adopt and apply alternative measures of progress beyond GDP
• Give more emphasis to the demand side to promote sustainable lifestyles
• Enhance responsible marketing and media through policies and campaigns
• Draw on and further develop partnerships among all actors and regions