The chemical industry supports the goal of sustainable development and has a vital role to play in attaining that goal. The challenges of sustainable development are truly global in nature, and this report summarises the global response of the chemical industry. This ICCA report to UNEP sets out to: • describe how the chemical industry, represented by the ICCA, has responded and contributed to the sustainable development challenge of Agenda 21; • explain and emphasise the new issues which the industry is currently addressing; • highlight those areas where the chemical industry is looking for support and partnerships with others.