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Environmental Performance Reviews: United States (2006) - A new OECD review...

10-Jan-2006

A new OECD review of environmental policy in the US recommends more efficient use of energy and water as a way to safeguard economic prosperity while protecting the environment and human health. Despite progress in some areas over the past decade, more effort is needed in others. The OECD recommends that the US play a more proactive role in dealing with global environmental concerns.  It evaluates the ways in which the US manages air quality, water resources and biodiversity and how it integrates environmental concerns...

Environmental Performance Reviews: Czech Republic (2005) - A new OECD report on...

06-Oct-2005

A new OECD report on the Czech Republic’s environmental performance notes that despite some recent progress, the country is one of the biggest polluters and least efficient users of energy in the OECD. Since 1998, public and private spending on environmental problems has been drastically reduced and much progress is needed to achieve the economic and health benefits of a clean environment.

Environmental Performance Reviews: France (2005)

26-Sep-2005

This book is part of the OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Programme which conducts peer reviews of environmental conditions and progress in each Member country. It scrutinises efforts to meet both domestic objectives and international commitments. The analyses presented are supported by a broad range of economic and environmental data and lead to recommendations for further environmental and sustainable development progress.
A first cycle of Environmental Performance Reviews, covering all Member countries was completed in 2000.

Environmental Performance Reviews: France (2005) - A positive but demanding assessment...

26-Sep-2005

Further to the publication of the Conclusions and Recommendations last February, the full report is released on 26 September 2005. The need to manage pollution, natural resources add biodiversity in France continues to be a major challenge. The OECD Environmental Performance Review of France highlights the effectiveness of the environmental policy pursued by France, but also focuses on the need for better integration of environmental concerns into sectors such as energy, transport and agriculture.

Environmental Performance Reviews: Chile (2005) - OECD praises Chile's environmental progress...

10-May-2005

A new OECD report on Chile’s environmental performance recognises significant environmental improvements over the past decade. While the report broadly supports the environmental policies and programmes of the Chilean government, it also urges further efforts to protect the country’s environment and natural resources in the face of rapid economic growth.

Environmental Performance Reviews: Mexico (2003)

04-Nov-2003

This book is part of the OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Programme which conducts peer reviews of environmental conditions and progress in each Member country.

Environmental Performance Reviews: the Netherlands (2003)

27-Jun-2003

This book is part of the OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Programme which conducts peer reviews of environmental conditions and progress in each Member country.

Environmental Performance Reviews: Poland (2003)

17-Jun-2003

This book is part of the OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Programme which conducts peer reviews of environmental conditions and progress in each Member country.

Environmental Performance Reviews: WATER: Performance and Challenges in OECD Countries (2003)

04-Mar-2003

This book in part of the OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Programme which conducts peer reviews of environmental conditions and progress in each member country. It examines the progress made in water management in OECD countries.

Environmental Performance Reviews: Italy (2002)

30-Jan-2003

This book is part of the OECD Environmental Performance Reviews Programme which conducts peer reviews of environmental conditions and progress in each member country.




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