Highlights of Recent Developments at UNECE/WP.29 in Geneva
Key developments at UNECE/WP.29 in Geneva include the adoption of new UN regulations on ALKS, CS, CSMS, SU, SUMS, and cyber security. Frameworks like the 1998 Agreement and 1958 Agreement play crucial roles in regulating automated/autonomous vehicles. The focus is on enhancing safety, transparency,
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Lessons Learned and Actions Taken in UNECE Countries to Address COVID-19 Impacts on Intermodal Transport
The article discusses the impacts of COVID-19 on intermodal transport and logistics, highlighting lessons learned and actions taken in UNECE countries to mitigate negative effects. It emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts, economic measures, and adaptation strategies in the face of crises, wit
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Risks and Best Practices in Sea Container Movement
Risks associated with the movement of sea containers and their cargoes, including potential pest pathways and the need for joint actions among stakeholders. Understanding factors such as cleanliness checks, complex container flows, import/export perceptions, and the importance of following the IMO/I
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Introduction to Circular Economy and UNECE Stakeholder Engagement
Explore the concept of Circular Economy focusing on reducing, reusing, recycling, and recovering materials for economic sustainability and environmental quality. Learn about UNECE's role in promoting circular economy principles, stakeholder engagement, and activities aimed at sustainable resource ma
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Update on UNECE Activities on Gender Statistics & Recent Initiatives
The UNECE Statistical Division, along with partners, has been actively involved in supporting the production and measurement of official gender statistics. Ongoing initiatives include projects on gender statistics in various countries, workshops on dissemination and communication, and the developmen
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Lessons from Water-Food-Energy-Ecosystem Nexus at Central Asian Environmental Forum
Explore insights from assessing the water-food-energy-ecosystems nexus discussed at the Central Asian Environmental Forum. Mr. Peep Mardiste shares approaches, findings, and potential response actions. The UNECE Water Convention's framework, tools, and methodologies for assessing nexus relationships
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United for Smart Sustainable Cities (U4SSC) Initiative Overview
The United for Smart Sustainable Cities (U4SSC) initiative, launched by ITU and UNECE, advocates for using ICT to transition to smart sustainable cities. Co-chaired by prominent figures, U4SSC focuses on smart living, mobility, environment, governance, people, and economy through working groups and
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Evolution of Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics and Their Global Acceptance
In the late 1980s, the Conference of European Statisticians (CES) initiated discussions to draft the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics (FPOS) to guide statisticians during transitional periods. Influenced by ethical guidelines, these principles were approved at the UNECE Ministerial leve
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Guidance on Measuring Global Production Prepared by Eurostat, OECD, and UNECE
Practical and conceptual guidance on measuring global production, including processing, merchanting, and ownership considerations. Recommendations from the Guide published in January 2016, with an emphasis on implementation and follow-up activities. Involvement of various organizations and countries
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UNECE Convention on Long-range Transboundary Air Pollution - February 2013 Meeting Updates
The 4th meeting in February 2013 of the UNECE Convention on Long-range Transboundary Air Pollution focused on updating costs for LCP SO2, NOx, and PM abatement techniques. The agenda included results from questionnaires, investment data overview, plant characteristics, FGD LSFO investments, and more
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