OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Belgium 2021
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Belgium 2021 PDF eBook |
Author | OECD |
Publisher | OECD Publishing |
Pages | 209 |
Release | 2021-03-31 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9264400346 |
Belgium has made progress in decoupling several environmental pressures from economic growth, in improving wastewater treatment and in expanding protected areas. Regions have achieved high levels of recovery and recycling, and have pioneered circular economy policies. However, further efforts are needed to progress towards carbon neutrality, reduce air and water pollution, reverse biodiversity loss and consolidate results of circular economy initiatives.
OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Greece 2020
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Greece 2020 PDF eBook |
Author | OECD |
Publisher | OECD Publishing |
Pages | 160 |
Release | 2020-10-05 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9264402403 |
Greece has undergone extensive reforms to cope with a deep recession over the past decade. It has made progress in decoupling air pollutant emissions from GDP and improving the conservation status of natural habitats. However, the country faces challenges in managing waste and water, and addressing air pollution.
OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Switzerland 2017
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Switzerland 2017 PDF eBook |
Author | Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development |
Publisher | Organization for Economic Co-Operation & Development |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2017-11-27 |
Genre | Ecology |
ISBN | 9789264279650 |
Switzerland has taken steps to improve the environmental performance of its agricultural, energy and transport sectors. The country is a top OECD performer in terms of greenhouse gas emissions intensity and it should be commended for its innovative approach towards rehabilitation of its river system. Yet unsustainable consumption patterns and high levels of municipal waste generation, as well as high percentages of threatened species, are areas of concern. As a major financial centre, Switzerland has a key role to play in promoting green finance. This is the third Environmental Performance Review of Switzerland. It evaluates progress towards sustainable development and green growth, with special features on: water management and biodiversity conservation and sustainable use.
OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Chile 2016
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Chile 2016 PDF eBook |
Author | OECD |
Publisher | OECD Publishing |
Pages | 247 |
Release | 2016-07-21 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9264252614 |
This report is the second Environmental Performance Review of Chile. It evaluates progress towards sustainable development and green growth, with a focus on climate change and biodiversity conservation and sustainable use.
OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Waste Management and the Circular Economy in Selected OECD Countries Evidence from Environmental Performance Reviews
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Waste Management and the Circular Economy in Selected OECD Countries Evidence from Environmental Performance Reviews PDF eBook |
Author | OECD |
Publisher | OECD Publishing |
Pages | 118 |
Release | 2019-09-23 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 926430939X |
This report provides a cross-country review of waste, materials management and circular economy policies in selected OECD countries, drawing on OECD’s Environmental Performance Reviews during the period 2010-17. It presents the main achievements in the countries reviewed, along with common ...
OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Hungary 2018
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Hungary 2018 PDF eBook |
Author | OECD |
Publisher | OECD Publishing |
Pages | 208 |
Release | 2018-06-28 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9264298614 |
Hungary has made significant progress in decoupling its output growth from main environmental pressures, largely due to implementing requirements of EU directives. However, greenhouse gas emissions have started to pick up with the recent rebound of economic activity. Local air quality has not ...
OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Australia 2007
Title | OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Australia 2007 PDF eBook |
Author | OECD |
Publisher | OECD Publishing |
Pages | 308 |
Release | 2008-03-19 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9264039619 |
OECD's periodical review of Australia's environmental policies and programmes. This edition reviews progress since the last review in 1998 and in relation to the 2001 OECD Environmental Strategy.