If our economies are to flourish, if global poverty is to be banished, and if the wellbeing of the world's people enhanced - not just in this generation but in succeeding generations - we must make sure we take care of the natural environment and resources on which our economic activity depends.

The growing evidence of climate change is forcing attention on carbon emissions and their reduction.

Higher energy prices are requiring industry and commerce to examine the costs and efficiency of energy use.

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