Working for a Sustainable World: U.S. Government Initiatives to Promote Sustainable Development. Full Report

摘要

This report, prepared for the World Summit on Sustainable Development, highlights current U.S. actions and programs that further sustainable international development. It summarizes a survey of 23 U.S. Government agencies on their international sustainable development initiatives. Agencies returned information on more than 400 such initiatives. These demonstrate the commitment of the United States to helping developing and transition countries promote economic growth, vibrant civil societies, and protection of the environment. This report offers students, policymakers, and development practitioners greater insight into how the United States is addressing the complex challenges of creating a sustainable world. The survey and the case studies featured in this report reveal the engagement of numerous governmental entities, experts, and financial resources to strengthen the three pillars of sustainable development-economic growth, investment in people, and environmental stewardship.