Moving toward a green economy in the Danube region Lasse Gustavsson Executive Director, Conservation WWF International Sofia 25 June, 2013
Living Planet Index 28 November, 2018 - 3
Global ecological Footprint 28 November, 2018 - 4
We consume the natural resources of 1.5 planets yearly…
EUs Vision for a resource efficient, “green” economy
What is a green economy? Development that ensures food, water materials and energy security for all (forever) Respects planetary boundaries Maintain ecosystem integrity and biodiversity
Preserve natural capital Halt biodiversity loss Restore damaged ecosystems and ecosystem services Expand the global protected areas network
Redirect financial flows Value nature Account for environmental and social costs Support and reward conservation, sustainable resource management and innovations
Produce better Reduce input and waste Manage resources sustainably Scale up renewable energy production
Consume more wisely Achieve low footprint life-styles Change energy consumption patterns Promote healthy consumption patterns
Equitable resource governance Share available resources Make fair and ecologically aware choices Measure success beyond GDP
Invest in green jobs and green infrastructure!
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