Attacking Poverty While Improving the Environment: Towards Win-Win Policy Options
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| Author(s) | Ambler, J. |
| Date | 2005 |
| Reference type | Report |
| Pages | 88 pp. |
| Publisher | UNDP, NY |
Summary
The Poverty and Environment Initiative is an opportunity for policy-makers, politicians, technical experts, development practitioners, researchers, academics and others to explore ways and promote innovative action to eradicate poverty and regenerate the environment. The Initiative challenges two common assumptions, or myths: that environmental improvements cannot be undertaken in poverty-stricken areas; and that poverty and environment are inextricably linked in a “downward spiral.” Although these assumptions are sometimes borne out by reality, well-planned actions and improved governance can break this negative cycle, as experience from around the world has shown. “Win-win” options exist for creating more robust livelihoods and healthier environments. The challenge is to identify measures at national and local levels to help communities build better institutions and partnerships with poor people so as to take advantage of these options. The Initiative will illuminate options and opportunities, provide a forum for dialogue, disseminate knowledge and promote action. The Initiative is a consultative process that includes expert workshops, electronic conferences, a website and a publication series, culminating with the establishment of the Forum of Ministers on Poverty and Environment.
Themes
Poverty-Environment Linkages
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