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Raising standardisation

Author
White A., Zinkl D.
Journal/Series
The Environmental Forum | Vol. 15(1); 28 - 37; 10 p.
Date
1998
Source
IUCN (ID: ANA-061581)
Publisher | Place of publication
Environmental Law Institute | Washington, DC, USA
Language
English
Country/Territory
United States of America
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Data collection/reporting
Abstract

Environmental reporting is at a crossroads. In one direction, companies continue reacting ad hoc to stake- holder demands for information, with no real gain in value. In the other, standardised environmental reporting takes its place alongside financial reporting as an essential tool for investors, communities, and consumers.