GEO5 Summary for Asia and the Pacific Region

The paper is the Summary for Asia and the Pacific Region from the Global Environment Outlook 5, named 'On the Eve of Rio '+20'. The highlight is on : Integrated Resources Management & Enhanced Accountability - Critical to Overcoming Degradation & Achieving Sustainability in Asia-Pacific, World’s Fastest Growing Economic Region; Inspiring Examples & Innovative Measures Must be Scaled Up to Put Region on a More Sustainable Path; Changing Consumption Patterns, Emissions Reduction & Better Management of Water & Chemicals identified as Priority Issues.