RT Report
T1 Industry as a Partner for Sustainable Development: Coal
A1 World Coal Institute, 
A1 United Nations Environment Programme, 
K1 coal
K1 coal industry
K1 coal mining
K1 economic development
K1 educational development
K1 energy conservation
K1 energy efficiency
K1 fossil fuel
K1 environmental impact assessment
K1 sustainable development
K1 technology transfer
SN 92-807-2180-1
YR 2002
FD 2002
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/29562
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/29562
NO This report provides policy makers, non governmental organisations and coal industry members with an overview of the coal sector’s progress in implementing sustainable development principles in preparation for the World Summit on Sustainable Development. It reviews global coal markets, reserves, production, trade and industry structure, highlighting the growing role of transnational companies. The document examines coal’s economic, social and environmental contributions, including employment, electricity access, mine safety, small scale mining and emissions. It assesses measures such as voluntary initiatives, education and skill development, technology transfer, information management and regulatory instruments. The report identifies key areas for improvement, emphasising leadership, transparency, cleaner technologies and strengthened co operation to advance sustainability across regions.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 17, 2026