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Green economy

We promote the transition to economies that are low carbon, resource efficient and socially inclusive.

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If current trends continue, the global per capita use of natural resources will increase by 70 per cent by 2050.

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Powering Equality: Women’s entrepreneurship transforming Asia’s energy sector

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Don’t ignore economic lessons of the Great Recession: new UNEP report

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New UNEP report lights the way for financial institutions to shift to more sustainable circular economies

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Thirty of the world’s largest investors set unprecedented 5-year portfolio decarbonization targets

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Principles for Responsible Banking: one-year update

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