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Guide for Negotiators of Multilateral Environmental Agreements

… generations: a first generation, of single issue, use-oriented, and mainly sectoral agreements; and a second … that take a more holistic approach and focus on sustainable development and sustainable use of natural resources. First generation …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

Compliance under biodiversity - related conventions

… Committee, alternatives to bring wildlife trade back to sustainable levels. CITES (3): Review of Significant Trade … a) subject-matter CBD Art. 1: objectives: conservation, sustainable use & fair and equitable benefit-sharing CBD Art. 2: …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

Introductory presentation to the SEA Protocol

… than EIA, and it is therefore seen as a key tool for sustainable development. SEA allows the identification and … right from the start in decision-making— developing a more sustainable transport policy rather than just minimizing the … decision-making in numerous development sectors, from land-use planning to transport and from agriculture to industry, …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

Towards a Pollution Free Planet - extract from InforMEA e-learning course

… of people and the planet is central to the attainment of sustainable development. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development embodies this in its commitment to … are estimated to occur annually as a result of the way we use natural resources and impact the environment to support …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

Mr. John Knox, Policy Brief_Universal Human Rights Group

… relating to the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment; Henry C. lauerman Professor of … relating to the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment, and asked him to clarify those obligations and to identify good practices in their use.5 to that end, the independent Expert held a series of …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

Sources of international law (Part I) - extract from InforMEA e-learning course

… international instruments in the field of environment and sustainable development are negotiated under the auspices of … https://www.informea.org/en/terms/sustainable-development … Protocol, and the 1992 Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes …
21 Jun 2026 Course lesson in Environmental Governance

Special Rapporteur on the Environment_2016 Report

… relating to the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment Note by the Secretariat The … relating to the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment, John H. Knox, on the human rights … the obligations and to identify best practices in their use. 2. In response, the Independent Expert prepared two …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

D2 - Dams, Ecosystems and Fisheries

… Nation Rights and Obligations 5.1. Equitable Use and Vital Human Needs 5.2. Equitable Use and Vital Human … under International Law (Ashgate 2007) at 109; E. Hey, “Sustainable Use of Shared Water Resources: The Need for a … a significant effect on the aquatic environmental or the sustainable development of waters.” In regard to …
21 Jun 2026 Course lesson in Environmental Governance

The "Greening" of Water Law: Implementing Environment-Friendly Principles in Contemporary Water Law

… on the implementation of international principles for sustainable water management, through the lens of the … on the implementation of international principles for sustainable water management, through the lens of the … in National Water Law MODULE B: EQUITABLE AND REASONABLE USE OF WATER RESOURCES 1 The Principle of Equitable and …
21 Jun 2026 Course lesson in Environmental Governance

On dangerous ground _ Global Witness

… countries. Governments and powerful business interests use their influence to marginalise defenders and turn public … of defenders and criminalizing their actions; rescind the use of policies and legislation that restrict the activities … broader goals like combating climate change and ensuring sustainable development for future generations. Below: …
21 Jun 2026 Document in Environmental Governance