00000cam a22000003a 4500 UP-1685594773861923745 Buklod 20130615142625.0 g||| | || || ta 130615s2008 xx d r |||| u| 9783940388308 (iLib)UPBAG-00010550024 HC 79 E5 W67 2008 World Business Council for Sustainable Development. Sustainable consumption facts and trends from a business perspective this document has been developed by the WBCSD?s Business Role Focus Area and members of the Consumers & Sustainable Consumption workstream. [Geneva, Switzerland] World Business Council for Sustainable Development 2008. 38 p. col. ill. 28 cm. Title from cover. Includes bibliographical references (p. 37-38) Global drivers of consumption -- Global consumption patterns & impacts -- The role of the consumer -- The role of business -- The challenge ahead & options for change. This document takes stock of recent developments and trends in global consumption patterns. It presents an overview of documented facts and trends on the relationship between business activities, consumer behavior, and environmental and social challenges. The primary purpose of this paper is to stimulate further discussion among businesses and to be used in dialogue with stakeholders. We have used existing data from a variety of sources, including intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), governments, academics, consumer groups and businesses, including our own members. In all cases, we have sought to use the best data available. Sustainable development. Economic development Environmental aspects. Social responsibility of business. UPBAG KTRC HC 79 E5 W67 2008 Book