5. Justice - Environmental rule of law report: First Global Report

This document is a chapter from an environmental training resource manual prepared by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UNESCO under the Environmental Education and Training Unit. It focuses on the use of environmental indicators to support sustainable development planning, monitoring, and evaluation. The chapter explains the concept, types, and functions of environmental indicators, emphasizing their role in translating complex environmental data into accessible information for policymakers and the public. It outlines criteria for selecting effective indicators, such as policy relevance, scientific validity, and cost-effectiveness, and discusses frameworks like the Pressure-State-Response (PSR) model. Practical examples and exercises are included to guide educators and practitioners in applying indicator-based approaches in various contexts. The chapter underscores the importance of environmental indicators in shaping informed decision-making and improving accountability in environmental management. Full report is available at: https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/27279