Greening Trade Imperative for Sustainable Development

Publication Date: May 2013

This report argues that greening global trade is a vital step towards achieving sustainable development, and developing countries with abundant renewable resources are well-positioned to capitalize on the opportunities to increase their share in international markets for sustainable goods and services.

The report analyzes six economic sectors - agriculture, fisheries, forests, manufacturing, renewable energy and tourism - where trade opportunities exist, and identifies measures, such as policy reforms and certification, that can help developing countries benefit from these markets.