This annual publication analyses the world steel market. Statistical tables provide the most up-to date figures and the short-term outlook in the world steel market by area, and the main characteristics, consumption, trade, production and employment.

Presents a discussion of recent trends and prospects in science, technology and industry, based on comparative indicators, such as output, investment and productivity, research and development (R&D), patent activity and innovation and knowledge flows.

This book provides a coherent analysis of the environmental challenges and achievements in institutional strengthening and policy reform, environmental policy instruments, environmental financing, and environmental management in enterprises in transition countries.