RT Report T1 The use of economic instruments in environmental policy: opportunities and challenges A1 United Nations Environment Programme, K1 environmental policy PB United Nations Environment Programme SN 92-807-2391-X YR 2004 FD 2004 LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8033 UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8033 NO This report seeks to help policy makers, especially in the developing world, to identify, evaluate and apply economic instruments to address a country's environmental problems within its national and local circumstances. It presents an innovative approach by offering tools for a comprehensive assessment of the country context and conditions and by tailoring solutions to the specific country needs. The report also provides practical guidance on identifying when economic instruments may be most appropriate, and on strengthening the support framework needed to introduce them. DS UN Environment Document Repository RD Sep 17, 2026