Achim Steiner, UNDP Administrator, Opening Keynote at the Official Launch for the Good Growth Partnership
I think this is a testament to the fact that despite whatever challenges we are facing a transformation is unfolding.
Video: The Launch of the Good Growth Partnership Launch
Every now and then, a consortium of actors becomes a touchstone in a community. Our hope is that this Partnership could indeed be the touchstone that so many are looking for.
Panel Discussion: How to balance social, economic and environmental priorities
The pursuit of social and economic development is a vital priority for governments as they seek to reduce poverty and enhance the quality of life for their citizens. How do we manage situations in the development of the beef, palm oil and soy sectors where these objectives may come into tension with the needs of environmental conservation?
Video: Achim Steiner at launch of the Good Growth Partnership
Agriculture in the 21st century is fundamental, it’s foundational to our very existence, and ironically it has also become one of the greatest threats to a sustainable future.
CEO of the Global Environment Facility, Naoko Ishii, addresses launch event
In GEF’s view, business as usual conservation doesn’t work anymore. We need to depart from that thinking