UNGA Resolution on the Human Right to a Clean, Healthy and Sustainable Environment - European and International Cooperation
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In 2024, the world is nearing the final phase of reaching the ambitious Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets by 2030. In the course of implementing the SDGs, the nexus between Human Rights and the environment has become more prominent in the public debate. This joint publication, from the International Organisation of Employers (IOE) and Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS), takes a closer look at the legal context surrounding the UNGA Resolution on the Human Right to a Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment, and provides considerations for employers on this non-binding Resolution.
By providing an analysis of the Resolution’s key points, this paper aims to clarify the practical understanding of the Resolution for Employer and Business Member Organisations (EBMOs) and companies. In particular, contrary to the widespread belief among many stakeholders, the analysis shows that the Resolution, in addition to its non-normative content, does not create any new “stand-alone right”, neither does it entail new requirements for business that would fall under their responsibility to respect the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs). Rather, the Resolution means a more political and aspirational commitment for States.
The report is now available for download.
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