For many analysts, the implementation of multilateral environmental agreements is the central issue in the governance debate. How can we practically translate the norms and rules developed in these agreements? Are there instruments that can help build collective action? What are the possible synergies between these instruments?

Four workshops, held in parallel, addressed these issues from different angles.

  • A. Legal tools: hard law - soft law
  • B. Economic tools: the test of facts
  • C. Information: new strategic area
  • D. Scientific expertise: what legitimacy?

Round table

  • Workshop Report

Chair

  • Camila Toulmin, Director, International Institute for Environment and Development (United Kingdom).