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Analysis of Formalization Approaches in the Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining Sector Based on Experiences in Ecuador, Mongolia, Peru, Tanzania and Uganda
(2012)This analysis document is developed for policymakers and other interested stakeholders on formalization of the artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector. -
Economic Instruments for Environmental Management: A Worldwide Compendium of Case Studies. Environmental Economics Series No. 25
(1998)One of the most striking features of this collection of case studies is the diversity of environmental problems which have been targetted by these policy instruments, including air and water pollution, packaging, deforestation, ... -
Fiscal Policy Scoping Study: Kenya - Working Paper
(2015)This report provides an overview of the current status of green fiscal policy in Kenya, key challenges and opportunities for further green fiscal policy reforms. The report reviews government revenues and expenditures and ... -
Greening Economies in the EU’s Eastern Partnership Countries – Belarus
(2014)Greening economies is important because risks to further development are rising worldwide as the current models of growth continue to erode the stocks of natural assets and undermine the integrity of ecosystem services on ... -
Greening Fiscal Stimulus and Finance Packages to Achieve the SDGs - UNEP Factsheet
(2020)“The performance and resilience of our socioeconomic systems depend on the health of the natural environment and ecosystems. Once the COVID-19 crisis is over, we cannot return to business-as-usual practices that increase ... -
Promoting Low Carbon Transport in India: Assessment of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Characteristics in Delhi
(2015)This report aims to analyse fuel efficiency and the policy environment for heavy-duty vehicles in India. The report includes literature review of existing HDV studies in India, mapping of current heavy-duty vehicular ... -
Reducing Pollution and Health Impacts through Fiscal Policies: A Selection of Good Practices
(2019)Despite the potential for fiscal instruments to reduce pollution and associated health impacts, there remains a knowledge gap on how to optimize the use of such instruments based on country experiences and available data. ... -
Regional Expert Meeting Economic Instruments for Greener Products in Eastern Partnership Countries
(2014)The main objectives of this expert meeting were: to present and discuss the draft policy Manual creating market incentives for greener products prepared by the OECD secretariat in order to help EaP countries to design or ... -
Report of the Switch Africa Green Regional Meeting: 24-25 February 2020 Kampala, Uganda
(2021)A SWITCH Africa Green regional meeting on the theme “Advancing Green Business and the Circular Economy in Africa” was held in Kampala, Uganda, on 24 and 25 February 2020. More than 300 participants attended the meeting, ... -
Study on the Effects of Taxes and Subsidies on Pesticides and Fertilizers: Background Document to UNEA-5 Review Report on the Environmental and Health Effects of Pesticides and Fertilizers
(2020)This study aims to improve understanding of the scope and effects of subsidies and taxes on fertilizers and pesticides globally based on a review of available literature. Based on a review of existing research, the study ... -
Tackling Plastic Pollution: Legislative Guide for the Regulation of Single-Use Plastic Products
(2020)Plastic products designed to be used only once before they are disposed of, termed “single-use plastic products”, are increasingly regulated by Governments concerned about the environmental, social, health or other impacts ... -
Tourism Taxation and Incentives in Uganda - Switch Africa Green
(2019)•Only trade association for Uganda's Hotel Sector •Started in May 2000 •Over 520 member hotels •Some of the roles of the association include; –promoting collaboration and partnerships with government development ... -
Trade in Environmentally Sound Technologies in the East African Region
(2018)Environmentally sound technologies (ESTs) are increasingly being promoted internationally, regionally and nationally as potential solutions to environmental challenges such as climate change and pollution, while building ...