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- English
The UNECE region is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, responsible for 34% of the world’s CO2 emissions from fossil fuel combustion. The people of the region are increasingly feeling the impacts of climate change - from wildfires to flooding, heatwaves and drought.  Through its norms, standards, conventions and policy assistance, UNECE provides practical tools to support countries in
- Français
La Convention sur la protection et l’utilisation des cours d’eau transfrontières et des lacs internationaux (Convention sur l’eau), dont le secrétariat est hébergé par la Commission économique des Nations Unies pour l’Europe (CEE-ONU), prescrit aux parties d’élaborer et de mettre en place des programmes communs de surveillance des eaux transfrontières, de procéder à des évaluations communes ou
- English
This policy paper explores the various intuitional arrangements for transitions to a circular economy in UNECE region and shapes out policy options for successful transition and establishment of sustainable connections among stakeholders. 
- English
In the framework of a project on strengthening the capacity of Central Asian countries to develop sustainable urban mobility policy on car sharing and carpooling initiatives, a first study was published by UNECE, focusing on a possible emergence and
- Pусский
В рамках проекта по укреплению потенциала стран Центральной Азии для разработки политики устойчивой городской мобильности в отношении инициатив по каршерингу и карпулингу ЕЭК ООН опубликовала первое исследование, посвященное возможному появлению и развитию услуг совместной мобильности в Казахстане, Кыргызстане и Таджикистане. В исследовании представлены руководящие принципы, учитывающие лучшие
- English
In the framework of a project on strengthening the capacity of Central Asian countries to develop sustainable urban mobility policy on car sharing and carpooling initiatives, a first study was published by UNECE, focusing on a possible emergence and
- Pусский
В рамках проекта по укреплению потенциала стран Центральной Азии для разработки политики устойчивой городской мобильности в отношении инициатив по каршерингу и карпулингу ЕЭК ООН опубликовала первое исследование, посвященное возможному появлению и развитию услуг совместной мобильности в Казахстане, Кыргызстане и Таджикистане. В исследовании представлены руководящие принципы, учитывающие лучшие
- English
In the framework of a project on strengthening the capacity of Central Asian countries to develop sustainable urban mobility policy on car sharing and carpooling initiatives, a first study was published by UNECE, focusing on a possible emergence and
- Pусский
В рамках проекта по укреплению потенциала стран Центральной Азии для разработки политики устойчивой городской мобильности в отношении инициатив по каршерингу и карпулингу ЕЭК ООН опубликовала первое исследование, посвященное возможному появлению и развитию услуг совместной мобильности в Казахстане, Кыргызстане и Таджикистане. В исследовании представлены руководящие принципы, учитывающие лучшие
- Pусский
Более 60% мировых запасов пресной воды сосредоточено в водных бассейнах, простирающихся по территории двух или более прибрежных государств. Устойчивое совместное управление этими трансграничными водными ресурсами имеет решающее значение для обеспечения доступа к водным ресурсам, устойчивого развития, региональной стабильности и мира. Однако многие страны и бассейны сталкиваются с трудностями при
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The Country Profile on Urban Development, Housing and Land Management of the Republic of San Marino is meant to help the country realize its vision of harnessing the full potential of information and communications technology (ICT) to further improve the quality of life of its inhabitants following an environment-driven development agenda. This Country Profile provides a strategic analysis of the
- Français
Supporting transboundary water cooperation and the sustainable management of shared water resources The Water Convention, which celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2022, is a key legal and intergovernmental framework for promoting transboundary water cooperation and sustainable management of shared water resources that has proven its effectiveness over the past 30 years. The Convention, which
- العربية
More often than not, transboundary waters can be better governed via an agreement or other arrangement which typically applies to both, surface and groundwaters. Just how can countries and other stakeholders of a shared water basin work towards an effective, adaptable and sustainable agreement? What do they need to consider in the design and drafting phase of such an agreement? Once in place, how
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The Model Rules on the Permanent Identification of Railway Rolling Stock facilitate the financing and acquisition of railway rolling stock leasing to a reduced cost for those wishing to invest in the railways. The Model Rules lay down the methods and responsibilities for the affixing of the URVIS identifier to an item of railway rolling stock. These Guidance Notes provide non-binding guidance on
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"Making the World Safer Together" For a world where roads are safe for every user, everywhere with global reach comes global responsibility. Our work strives to make safe and smart mobility a reality for all. Click here to see the brochure of the Global Safe and Affordable Helmet Campaign.
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The short publication Why Gender-Responsive Standards are Better for Everyone offers an explanation and rationale of gender-responsive standards for the new comer. It provides a general overview of the intrinsic nature of standards and how these might affect women and men differently. The publication underlines that gender-responsive standards improve the desired outcome. Standards seek by nature
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The free, non-editable electronic version of GHS Rev.10 is available here for consultation purposes. Printed versions and electronic editable versions are available for sale at the United Nations Publications section at:
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Climate change, demographic transitions, technological developments and innovation are megatrends affecting forestry work. As the conditions of forestry work change, so does the nature of the work-related risks. Despite efforts and improvements made over the past few decades, forests continue to be one of the most hazardous industrial workplaces, with those working in forests exposed to
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Transitioning towards a clean energy future is a core element of global efforts to achieve the climate goals of the Paris Agreement. The technologies underpinning that transition to low-carbon energy systems – such as wind, solar photovoltaic (PV), electric motors and batteries – are more minerals-intensive than fossil fuel-based technologies, however. As a result, the energy transition implies a