172-5 Green Economy: Report and Action Plan

Summary

This report discusses the progress of the actions taken in the aim to move towards a green economy. It also highlights the pressure on natural resources which expected to rise in step with economic and demographic growth in Switzerland and around the world.

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Issuer

Switzerland

Year

2013

Region

Europe

Issuer (type)

Swiss Confederation (Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft) (Government)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Voluntary Use

Main industries targeted

Manufacturing
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
Retail trade
Construction

Restrictiveness

Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals