United Nations Publications Catalogue Alphabetical Listing A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z E TITLE: Early Marriage: Child Spouses SERIES: Innocenti Digest No.: 7 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.XX.5 PAGES: 28pp. PRICE: $5.00 DESCRIPTION: Throughout the world, marriage is regarded as a moment of celebration and a milestone in adult life. Sadly, as this Digest makes clear, the practice of early marriage gives no cause for celebration. The Digest looks at the reasons for the perpetuation of early marriage and examines the harmful impact of the practice. Finally, the Digest offers positive guidelines to end the occurrence of early marriage. The publication includes a section containing description and contact information of the major intergovernmental, international and regional organizations working on issues related to early marriage. An extensive list of references is also included. TITLE: Earth and Faith: A Book of Reflection for Action LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.III.D.1 ISBN: 9280719157 PAGES: 80pp. PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication reflects on the numerous links between faith and the preservation of our planet Earth. It offers an overview of lessons that the various faith traditions provide through the profound respect they teach for our planet. It presents a panorama of Earth issues and success stories on: fresh water, oceans and coasts, climate change, protecting the land, biodiversity and biosafety, toxic wastes and chemicals, consumerism, and globalization. Earth and Faith is the result of a unique effort to continue the dialogue between the scientific and faith communities from which is hoped will emerge a greater commitment to take responsible actions for the protection of our environment. TITLE: Earth Negotiations: Analyzing Thirty years of Environmental Diplomacy LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.III.A.3 ISBN: 9280810472 SYMBOL: UNUP-1047 PAGES: 312pp. PRICE: $24.95 DESCRIPTION: Global environmental problems pose important diplomatic and legal challenges to the international community. The nature of these problems requires an unprecedented degree of international cooperation both in terms of scientific research and the harmonization of regulations that is achieved through negotiation. Earth Negotiations presents a phased-process model that can enable greater understanding of the process by which international environmental agreements can be negotiated. Six discernible phases and five associated turning points within the process of multilateral environmental negotiation are identified and explained. The model is then used to examine relationships among the phases and turning points and between the processes and the outcome. The aim of this publication is to determine what lessons can be learned from past cases of multilateral environmental negotiation in order to help both practitioners and scholars strengthen the negotiating process and the quality of its results. TITLE: East Asian Development: New Perspectives LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: GV.99.0.4 ISBN: 9211009960 PAGES: 160pp. PRICE: $18.00 DESCRIPTION: Rapid growth, rising living standards and the increased international competitiveness of a small group of developing countries in East Asia have been at the centre of debates on development policy for over a decade. The contributions in this book attempt to explain and draw lessons from the experiences of East Asian countries. Discussions surround such topics as: New Perspectives on East Asian Development; Income Distribution and Growth in East Asia; and Transferable Lessons? Re-examining the Institutional Prerequisities of East Asian Economic Policies. TITLE: East Asian Experience in Environmental Governance: Response in a Rapidly Developing Region LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.III.A.6 ISBN: 9280810723 SYMBOL: UNUP-1072 PAGES: 264 PRICE: 21.95 DESCRIPTION: The East Asian region has seen considerable growth in its economy, industrial base, and population in the last two decades. Incidentally, all three of these factors are often linked to over-exploitation and degradation of environmental resources. This book provides an overview of governance policy with regards to environmental challenges in the region. It covers the following countries: Japan, Korea, Malaysia, China and Thailand, a grouping politically and historically diverse enough to provide a glimpse of typical East Asian governance mechanism. TITLE: East-west Energy Efficiency Standards and Labels: Book and CD-ROM SERIES: ECE Energy Series No.: 18 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: GV.01.0.8 ISBN: 9211010365 PAGES: 34pp. PRICE: $60.00 DESCRIPTION: What impact could the introduction of energy efficient appliances in Central and Eastern Europe have on their energy systems? What is the market for cooling household appliances in these countries and what type of equipment is used now? This book seeks to answer these questions and to provide policy recommendations on standards and labels for the introduction of energy efficient technology in the countries that participated in the SACHA2 Project (The State of the Art of Cooling Household and Other Major Appliances Standards, Market and Technology in Central and Eastern European Countries for Energy Efficiency Programmes Improvement ECE Countries). TITLE: East-west Energy Efficiency Standards and Labels SERIES: ECE Energy Series No.: 14 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: GV.98.0.12 & CORR.1 ISBN: 9211007720 SYMBOL: ECE/ENERGY/35 PAGES: 260pp. PRICE: $45.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication presents an analysis and interpretation of the situation of cooling house hold appliances (CHA) in four European countries - Belarus, Bulgaria, Hungary and the Ukraine. The extensive survey carried out in these countries contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the issues at stake in the area of energy efficiency and environmental friendliness, and therefore helps in identifying possible scenarios of improvement that could be undertaken. Along with a study on technical characteristics and energy consumption, the publication also presents information on market structure; laws, regulations and standards; stock of appliances; family habits and behaviour; and countries energy data. TITLE: E-Business Innovation and Customs Renovation for Secure Supply Chain Management SERIES: Comercio Internacional No.: 34 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.G.195 ISBN: 9211214289 SYMBOL: LC/L.2035-P PAGES: 80 PRICE: 10 DESCRIPTION: The impact that information and web technologies have had on e-commerce, customs modernization and trade facilitation is examined in this report. TITLE: ECE Strategy for a Sustainable Quality of Life in Human Settlements in the 21st Century LANGUAGE: T. SALES #: 01.II.E.10 ISBN: 9211167787 SYMBOL: ECE/HBP/120 PAGES: 64pp. PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: This tri-lingual publication reflects the views of ECE governments that living conditions and urban problems are multidimensional and should be considered in a context of economic and social development. They cannot be separated from the general national and international frameworks for economic and social development, environmental protection and peace and security. The Strategy aims to recognize the link between the human settlements and development, promote democratic governance and contribute to the overall ECE strategic directions as defined in the ECE Plan of Action. It is hoped that this publication will be of value to governments, local authorities, the business community and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as well as others interested in human settlements. TITLE: ECE In the Age of Change, The LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.E.23 ISBN: 9211166993 SYMBOL: E/ECE/1357 PAGES: 120pp. PRICE: $22.00 DESCRIPTION: Since it was established in 1947, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UN/ECE) has had to adapt to radical changes in conditions, in both Europe and the world at large. The objective of the ECE is to assist with the reconstruction of Europe, its economic development and the strengthening of economic relations among the European countries themselves and with the United Nations. This publication provides a glimpse into the ECE's achievements and reflects on its present position and future prospects. TITLE: Ecodesign: A Promising Approach to Sustainable Production and Consumption LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.III.D.93 ISBN: 928071631X PAGES: 346pp. PRICE: $150.00 DESCRIPTION: Governments, companies, non-governmental organizations and consumers are becoming increasingly interested in improving the environmental performance of products. This Manual is the first of its kind to provide companies with a step-by-step approach to ecodesign. Steps that will help to fully integrate environmental considerations into the design process. The modular structure of the manual allows a company to gain experience in the field of ecodesign and then to tailor the initial step-by-step approach to produce an ecodesign programme suited to its own situation and needs. Companies interested in reducing the number of parts and amounts of materials used, avoiding use of toxic materials, reducing energy consumption and in planning for re-use, recycling and disposal will find this Manual invaluable. (OUT OF PRINT) TITLE: Ecofarming: The Chinese Experience LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.III.D.4 ISBN: 9280721658 PAGES: 84 PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication is based on the United Nations Environment Programme's (UNEP) study on ecofarming technology and methods used in China. The study concluded that the Chinese experience though based on local ecological conditions and agricultural knowledge could be adapted to other countries wishing to improve agricultural production and increase fodder, fuelwood and food production. The following subjects are covered in the study: development of ecofarming in China; development of ecological agriculture in arid and semi-arid regions; establishing ecological agriculture on wetlands; rural compound farming; integrated fish-culture in ecofarming; ecological animal husbandry; agroforestry in ecofarming; ecofarming and rural energy; and designing ecofarming programmes. TITLE: Eco-labelling and Other Environmental Quality Requirements in Textiles and Clothing: Implications for Developing Countries SERIES: Trade Development Services LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 96.III.T.5 ISBN: 9211150353 SYMBOL: ITC/233/IB/96-II-TP PAGES: 168pp. PRICE: $30.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication presents a selection of papers presented at the Workshop on Eco-labelling and other Environmental Quality Requirements for Trade of Developing Countries in Textiles and Clothing, held at ITC on 20-23 June 1995. The study discusses selected eco-labelling schemes and implications for developing countries exporters in quality control and packaging to meet eco-labelling and environmental quality requirements. TITLE: E-Commerce and Development Report YEAR: 2003 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.D.30 ISBN: 9211126029 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/SDTE/ECB/2003/1 PAGES: 228 PRICE: $45.00 DESCRIPTION: E-Commerce and Development Report 2003 provides information about developments in the area of e-commerce and Information and Communications Technologies (ICT), particularly as they relate to developing countries. The report identifies areas where the application of ICT can be used to make a positive impact on the enterprises and economies of developing countries. This information provides valuable analytical and empirical basis for appropriate decision making by policy makers in the field of ICT and e-business. TITLE: E-Commerce and Development Report YEAR: 2002 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.D.24 ISBN: 9211125731 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/SDTE/ECB/2 PAGES: 284 PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides factual information and analysis covering a range of topics that will influence the expansion of e-commerce in developing countries. The report also identifies the policy and business options available to developing countries, and makes practical proposals for maximizing the contribution of e-commerce to economic and social development. The report has two parts: the first part covers the subject of e-commerce and development, taking into consideration cross-sectoral aspects; the other provides information on the impact of e-commerce on select sectors such as publishing, IT, insurance and export services. The report also contains charts, boxes and tables to help illustrate the data. TITLE: E-Commerce, WTO and Developing Countries SERIES: Policy Issues in International Trade and Commodities Study Series No.: 2 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.D.23 ISBN: 9211124948 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/ITCD/TAB/3 PAGES: 36pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: Electronic commerce offers unprecedented opportunities to both developing and developed countries. This paper notes that in the long run, developing countries have more to benefit from electronic commerce. The publication discusses the policy issues e-commerce raises for the World Trade Organization (WTO) and developing countries, and looks at possible policy measures that might maximize the benefits developing countries derive from it. It also offers an analytical discussion regarding which multilateral rules should be applied to commerce via the Internet. TITLE: E-Commerce and Development Report YEAR: 2001 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.D.30 ISBN: 9211125413 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/SDTE/ECB/1 PAGES: 296pp. PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: This important publication looks at e-commerce on an international level and presents compiled data from national statistical offices to provide consistent information. This publication is divided into four main sections. Part one reviews the facts and figures about electronic commerce. Part two assesses the impact of e-commerce on selected sectors including tourism, the business-to-business marketplace and the government. Part three reviews the e-commerce environment and practices. It looks at legal and regulatory developments, the management of payments and credit risks online and the logistics of delivering goods. Part four summarizes the e-commerce experience and opportunities by reviewing the ten least developed countries and also looking at China's ICT strategy. TITLE:E-commerce Environment and Trade Promotion for Latin America: Policy Implications from East Asian and Advanced Economies' Experience SERIES: Comercio Internacional No.: 29 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.G.80 ISBN: 9211214076 SYMBOL: LC/L.1918-P PAGES: 84 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: Electronic commerce (e-commerce) is expected to introduce revolutionary innovations to businesses, management and international trade. However, in Latin America and the Caribbean the innovative gains have mainly benefited large multinational firms. This study compares current day experiences in the field of information and communication technologies (ICT) and e-commerce, between Latin America and the regions of East Asia, Europe and the United States. TITLE: Economic and Financial Globalization: What the Numbers Say LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.XV.1 ISBN: 9211570859 PAGES: 176 PRICE: $30.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication brings together the main statistical data on the global economy and global finance, placing them in something of a historical perspective, and discussing their conceptual significance and statistical accuracy. By taking this approach the author allows the reader to develop their own views on the process of economic and financial globalization, based on precise figures and concepts. This book is a valuable tool for national and international civil servants, managers in the private sector, teachers, students and media staff who will discover that it contains the quantitative data that they need to assess the importance of modern trends and phenomena. Numerous tables and figures are presented to help illustrate data. TITLE: Economic and Social Progress in Jeopardy: HIV/AIDS in the Asian and Pacific Region - Integrating Economic and Social Concerns, Especially HIV/AIDS, in Meeting the Needs of the Region LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.F.24 ISBN: 9211201640 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2251 PAGES: 152 PRICE: $60.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication is designed to serve as a policy tool. It uses the wealth of knowledge and research available on the subject of HIV/AIDS to propose steps that the governments of the region must take, in order to keep societies of the region healthy and prosperous. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific YEAR: 2003 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.F.11 ISBN: 9211201489 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2233 PAGES: 320 PRICE: $65.00 DESCRIPTION: This annual Survey provides an extensive annual review of current economic and social trends within the Asian region and analyzes these developments against the background of events in the world economy. The main focus of the 2003 edition is the effort of the public sector in education and health to reach women, the poor, people living in rural and remote areas, and other under privileged groups. It also focuses on environmental degradation, which often accompanies rapid economic growth and adversely affects the lives of the poor. It examines the links between the environment and poverty, and recommends actions aimed at protecting the environment while at the same time reducing poverty. This publication is invaluable to every multinational corporation intending to expand their business in Asia or to invest in the region. TITLE:Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific: Economic Prospects - Preparing for Recovery YEAR: 2002 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.F.25 ISBN: 9211200857 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2144 PAGES: 268 PRICE: $65.00 DESCRIPTION: The strong economic recovery that had been under way in parts of Asia in 1999-2000 came to a halt this past year. This edition of the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific reviews the efforts in the region to cope with the slowdown and the dislocations it has generated. It provides a preliminary assessment of activities aimed at reaching the millennium development goals set out in the Declaration adopted at the Millennium summit in September 2000. It examines official development assistance, with a particular focus on economic and technical cooperation among developing countries in Asia and the Pacific. One of the main messages that emerges is that the contents of growth are as important as its pace. The need to protect environment, preserve and foster social cohesion and eradicate hunger and poverty will have to feature prominently in national policies as well as in international cooperation for development. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific: Financing for Development YEAR: 2001 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.F.18 ISBN: 9211200318 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2104 PAGES: 284pp. PRICE: $65.00 DESCRIPTION: Following the impressive recovery in 1999, the economic performance of the ESCAP region strengthened further in 2000 in an environment of low inflation. Prospects for 2001 are mixed. This years issue of the survey reviews the economic progress in the ESCAP region over the past year and analyzes population dynamics and their related policy implications. It also provides a regional perspective on the subject of "Financing for Development" looking at such issues as: domestic and external resources; trends in and current distribution of Official Development Assistance; and reform of the international financial architecture. TITLE: Economic Aspects of Development of Agricultural Alternatives to Tobacco Production and Export Marketing in Malawi SERIES: Analytical Studies on Trade Environment and Development No.: 7 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.D.13 ISBN: 9211125227 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/ITCD/TED/7 PAGES: 84.00 PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: This report assesses a number of potential agricultural alternatives to production and export marketing of tobacco from Malawi. It provides analysis and findings on current profitability of alternatives as well as potentials for employment and export earnings, as compared with tobacco. The social needs of employing a large number of workers currently engaged in tobacco production and the country's need for export earnings are thus taken into account. It is hoped that this report, contributes to the long-term process of diversification and provides clarification of available options. It also includes recommendations made by an Expert Workshop held in Blantyre, Malawi, addressed to the private and public sectors on further action on production and export marketing of new agricultural products that have high developmental and export potentials. TITLE: Economic Aspects of Gender Equity SERIES: Women and Development No.: 35 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.G.107 ISBN: 9211213800 SYMBOL: LC/L.1561-P PAGES: 76 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This document demonstrates the importance of understanding and considering gender inequalities as a step towards achieving a more equitable society in Latin America. It examines economic issues related to the status of women and men in Latin America in the 1990s, to identify the main problems and current trends. The document also puts forward useful recommendations designed to eliminate gender inequalities. Tables and figures are included to help illustrate statistical data. TITLE: Economic Commission for Europe: Annual Report (7 March 2003 - 26 February 2004) YEAR: 2004 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: E04ECE ISBN: 921880044-2 SYMBOL: E/2004/37, E/ECE/1416 PAGES: 36 PRICE: 5 TITLE:Economic Report on Africa: Accelerating the Pace of Development YEAR: 2003 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.K.1 ISBN: 9211250870 PAGES: 296 PRICE: $32.00 DESCRIPTION: The Economic Report on Africa 2003 is the fourth in an annual series that reviews the continent's economic performance and near-term prospects. This year's report builds on the work of the three previous reports by laying out an agenda for Africa based on systematic benchmarking of economic performance. It also studies the impact of the drought, AIDS and political and armed conflict on the economies of various African nations and goes on to identify policies that are best catalysts for sustained growth and development. New in this year's report is an in-depth country analysis of seven African nations showing the relationship between poverty and agroclimatic conditions. TITLE: Economic Report on Africa: Tracking Performance and Progress YEAR: 2002 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.K.2 & Errata ISBN: 9211250854 PAGES: 244.00 PRICE: $32.00 DESCRIPTION: Africa was the only developing region to accelerate its growth in a turbulent year that saw the synchronized slowdown of all major economies and heightened uncertainty about prospects for the world's largest economy. Yet Africa's average annual GDP growth of 4.3% masks sharp disparities. This year's report builds on the work of the two previous reports in laying out an agenda for Africa based on systematic benchmarking of economic performances. It begins with a discussion of broad economic trends in 2001 and prospects for 2002. It also reveals general improvements in policy. Finally, in a new feature, this report supplements the traditional region-wide analysis with seven in-depth country studies. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe 2004 YEAR: 2004 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 04.II.E.7 ISBN: 9211168937 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/2004/1 PAGES: 220 PRICE: 70 DESCRIPTION: The Economic and Social Survey for 2004 provides a regular review of macroeconomic developments in Europe, the CIS and North America. Each issue contains statistics for a large array of variable and an extensive statistical appendix with long time series. The 2004 edition contains special studies on: Tax reforms in EU acceding countries; The Benefits from product differentiation in modern economies, and Poverty in eastern Europe and the CIS. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2003 No.: 2 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.E.27 ISBN: 9211168422 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/2003/2 PAGES: 140 PRICE: 50 DESCRIPTION: This publication discusses the current economic situation in Europe, North America, and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). It looks at recent economic developments and provides an analysis of sustainable development in the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE) region. This is the second of two issues TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2003 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.E.26 ISBN: 9211168414 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/2003/1 PAGES: 256 PRICE: $70.00 DESCRIPTION: Economic Survey of Europe provides an overview of current economic developments in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and North America. Five main studies are covered by this volume of the survey. They are: corporate governance in the Economic Commission for Europe region, progress in systemic reforms in the CIS, international trade of the CIS, the impact of European Union enlargement on non-candidate countries in eastern Europe and the CIS, and various aspects of labour trade market performance in eastern Europe and the CIS. The objective of this publication is to provide information and analysis to policy makers and economists in government, research institutes, universities, private business sector, and the public at large. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2002 No.: 2 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.E.8 ISBN: 9211168058 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/2002/3 PAGES: 192 PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides an update and analysis on the current economic situation in Europe, North America and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). It looks at recent economic developments and labour market challenges in the ECE region. An analysis of the short term outlook for the ECE region is also examined. This is the second of two issues. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2002 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.E.7 ISBN: 9211168031 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/2002/1 PAGES: 260 PRICE: $70.00 DESCRIPTION: Economic Survey of Europe provides an overview of current economic developments in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and North America. In addition, this issue contains three special studies. The first covers macroeconomic trends and prospects in the ECE region. The second looks at policies for adjustment and growth. The third examines the social dimensions of economic development. This publication aims at providing information and analysis to policy makers and economists in government, research institutes and universities, as well as the private business sector and the public at large. The present Survey is the fifty-fifth in a series of annual reports. TITLE: Economic Bulletin for Europe YEAR: 1997 VOLUME: 49 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 97.II.E.23 ISBN: 9211166810 SYMBOL: ECE/DEAP/NONE/97/6 PAGES: 188pp. PRICE: $55.00 DESCRIPTION: The Bulletin reviews current economic developments in western Europe, North America and the transition economies of eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Along with the main developments, it also covers such areas as foreign trade, external finance developments and capital flows. The Bulletin also provides an economic outlook for the following year. This is the last issue of this publication in its present form. From 1988, it will be published in three issues a year entitled Economic Survey of Europe. These issues will appear in April, July and December. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2001 No.: 2 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.E.26 ISBN: 9211167930 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/01/3 PAGES: 192pp. PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: This survey provides an overview of current economic developments in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and North America. The survey has three parts. Part one looks at recent economic developments and the short-run outlook in the ECE region. Part two focuses on creating a supportive environment for business enterprise and economic growth. It looks at both institutional reform and governance. Part three contains appendix tables showing macroeconomic indicators for the market economies in western and eastern European economies. TITLE: Eco-restructuring: Implications for Sustainable Development LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.III.A.11 ISBN: 9280809849 SYMBOL: UNUP-984 PAGES: 424pp. PRICE: $29.95 DESCRIPTION: The comprehensive presentation in this publication breaks new ground in the understanding of sustainability as a multi- and interdisciplinary area. It provides a significant contribution to the literature on sustainability by identifying, on a sectoral basis, the critical issues facing the world as a whole, and the technical feasibility of addressing them. A new paradigm of eco-restructuring for sustainable development is introduced, involving shifts in technology, economic activities and lifestyles needed to harmonize human activities with natural systems. The publication also analyses a number of sectors and technological fields that are involved in the search for sustainable patterns of industrialization. TITLE: Ecolabels in the Tourism Industry LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.III.D.98 ISBN: 9280717081 PAGES: 56pp. PRICE: $45.00 DESCRIPTION: Tourism, perhaps more than any other industry, depends largely on the environment for its continued well-being. This publication examines the role of ecolabels within the context of voluntary self-regulation in this industry. Intended to improve understanding of the principles on which tourism ecolabels depend, it analyzes the important issues involved and, with many examples from existing schemes, offers practical help in the design and operation of new schemes intended to steer tourism closer to sustainability. TITLE: E-commerce and Export Promotion Policies for Small- and Medium-Size Entreprises: East Asian and Latin American Experiences SERIES: Comercio Internacional No.: 13 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.G.159 ISBN: 9211213258 SYMBOL: LC/L.1619-P PAGES: 84pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: In this series a comparison is made between the "export orientation" of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Latin America and East Asia. The series calls for a new approach to SME policy making in Latin America, in light of new challenges and opportunities created by Information and Communication Technology (ICT). It also examines the "E-readiness" of Latin America and that of East Asia. In addition, an analysis is made on the overall impact of ICT on inter-firm relations of SMEs. TITLE: Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia Report YEAR: 1998/99 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.L.8 ISBN: 9211282225 SYMBOL: E/ESCWA/2000/2 PAGES: 146pp. PRICE: $20.00 DESCRIPTION: The present 1998-1999 Report is intended to present the general public with a comprehensive and reader-friendly account of the economic and social environment in the region. It profiles the activities of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) and outlines its relations with other organizations and institutions, as well as with its member States. The Report also provides a brief overview of two studies. One is the Survey of Economic and Social Developments in the ESCWA Region 1998-1999, which reviews recent developments against the background evolution of the past twenty-five years. The other is The ESCWA Region: Twenty-five Years: 1974-1999, Political, Economic and Social Developments, which provide a wide-angle, multidimensional perspective of the activities and events of the past and their relevance to the future. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Africa YEAR: 1995/96 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 97.II.K.2 ISBN: 9211250749 SYMBOL: E/ECA/SERP/96/1 PAGES: 210pp. PRICE: $46.00 DESCRIPTION: This Survey offers a wealth of information on the international economic situation of 25 African countries. Discussions include the economic trends in developing Africa; external sectors of African economies; fiscal and monetary policies; developments in production; transport; communications; tourism; population growth; education; and public health. It includes extensive tables with comprehensive figures and footnotes. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific 2004: Asia Pacific Economies - Sustaining Growth and Tackling Poverty YEAR: 2004 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 04.II.F.20 ISBN: 9211203740 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2312 PAGES: 316 PRICE: 70 DESCRIPTION: Despite the war in Iraq and the SARS crisis, the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) region continued to show robust economic growth in 2003. This completely updated edition of the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific analyzes regional economic developments, macroeconomic performance and poverty reduction strategies. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific YEAR: 2000 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.F.19 ISBN: 9211199557 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2043 PAGES: 266pp. PRICE: $55.00 DESCRIPTION: This edition of the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific reviews the progress made by the ESCAP (Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific) region over the past year 1999, assesses the policy initiatives that have been taken and identifies a number of areas for further action by policy-makers. The publication also examines the international financial system, focusing on ideas for reform in particular for the establishment of early warning systems in the light of the financial crisis of 1997-1998. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific 1999 YEAR: 1999 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.F.10 ISBN: 9211198755 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1941 PAGES: 268pp. PRICE: $50.00 DESCRIPTION: This survey analyzes recent economic and social developments in the region with particular emphasis on economic and social policy issues and broad development strategies. An essential resource for every multinational corporation intending to expand their business into Asia or to invest in the region. TITLE: Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific YEAR: 1998 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.F.59 ISBN: 9211198151 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1844 PAGES: 172pp. PRICE: $45.00 DESCRIPTION: (see above) TITLE:Economic Commission for Europe: Annual Report (11 May 2002-6 March 2003) YEAR: 2003 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: E/2002/37 E/ECE/1406 SYMBOL: E/2002/37 E/ECE/1406 PAGES: 40 PRICE: $5.00 TITLE:Economic Commission for Europe: Annual Report (12 May 2001-10 May 2002) YEAR: 2002 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: E/OR SYMBOL: E/2002/37 E/ECE/1395 PAGES: 40 PRICE: $5.00 TITLE: Economic Commission for Europe: Annual Report (6 May 2000-11 May 2001) YEAR: 2001 No.: Supp.17 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: E/OR SYMBOL: E/2001/37 E/ECE/1387 PAGES: 32pp. PRICE: $5.00 TITLE: Economic Commission for Europe: Annual Report (7 May 1999-5 May 2000) YEAR: 2000 No.: Supp.17 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: E/OR SYMBOL: E/2000/37 E/ECE/1381 PAGES: 32pp. PRICE: $5.00 TITLE: Economic Development in Africa: Trade Performance and Commodity Dependence YEAR: 2003 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.D.34 ISBN: 9211126053 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/GDS/AFRICA/2003/1 PAGES: 84 PRICE: 15 DESCRIPTION: This report reviews the structure and composition of Africa’s trade along with the associated problems of commodity dependence. It also attempts to place in perspective the reasons for Africa's poor performance and its declining share in world trade. In addition, the report appeals for a new international initiative on commodities, consonant with the development needs of African countries. TITLE: Economic Development in Africa: From Adjustment to Poverty Reduction - What is New? LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.D.18 ISBN: 9211125677 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/GDS/AFRICA/2 PAGES: 76 PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: Previous reports by the UNCTAD secretariat have examined the steps that need to be taken in the trading system and in international development finance cooperation to create the requisite external conditions for sustained and rapid growth in sub-Saharan Africa. This Report assesses issues of institutional reform, governance and corruption, and examines controversies regarding the relation between growth and poverty reduction, the effects of macroeconomic policies on poverty, and the impact of conditional aid and external financing. The first section assesses the extent to which greater participation in and country ownership of programmes are secured and policy aspirations of the poor are met. Next, is a review of approaches now adopted in various areas of economic policy and institutional reform. The concluding section summarizes the main findings of the report and discusses the extent to which the new approach constitutes an improvement over the former structural adjustment policies and holds out promise of a better outcome. TITLE: Economic Governance: Guidelines for Effective Financial Management LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.H.7 ISBN: 9211231388 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/PAD/SER.E/9 PAGES: 116pp. PRICE: $20.00 DESCRIPTION: Economic Governance emphasizes the need to evolve basic principles and guidelines for ensuring effective economic governance in developing and transitional economy countries. The purpose of the publication is to identify all such aspects of good economic governance essential for enhancing sound and sustainable human development, with special emphasis on efficacious financial management techniques. Public officials, academic community and research students will find this publication of considerable interest, which will stimulate further study and research. TITLE: Economic Instruments for Environmental Management LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.III.D.18 ISBN: 1853836907 PAGES: 240pp. PRICE: $30.00 DESCRIPTION: There is now key empirical evidence of the power of economic instruments in managing the environment. This publication describes the diversity of environmental problems to which a variety of economic instruments can be applied. The authoritative studies on air and water pollution, packaging, deforestation, overgrazing and wildlife management show what is needed for them to work successfully. The study also identifies the pitfalls to avoid and offers valuable guidance for future applications. TITLE: Economic Reforms, Growth and Employment: Labour Markets in Latin America and the Caribbean SERIES: Libros de la CEPAL No.: No.66 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.G.19 ISBN: 9211212928 SYMBOL: LC/G.2121-P PAGES: 224pp. PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: Labour conditions in Latin America and the Caribbean have long been a cause for concern. Despite relatively high economic growth rates, a large part of labour force was excluded from productive activities. This publication analyzes the evolution of Latin American and Caribbean labour markets in the 1990s and the impact of the economic reforms on them. The analysis makes it clear that the region faces a major challenge in the coming years, both in increasing the number of jobs and in improving job quality. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2001 No.: No.1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.E.14 ISBN: 9211167809 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/01/2 PAGES: 284pp. PRICE: $70.00 DESCRIPTION: Economic Survey of Europe provides a survey of current economic developments in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and North America. In addition, this issue contains three special studies. The first covers domestic savings in the transition economies. The second looks at economic growth and foreign direct investment in the transition economies. The third examines the economic transformation and real exchange rates in the 2000s: the Balassa-Samuelson connection. This publication aims at providing information and analysis to policy makers and economists in government, research institutes and universities, as well as the private business sector and the public at large. The present Survey is the fifty-fourth in a series of annual reports; this is the second of two issues for the year. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2000 No.: 2/3 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.E.28 ISBN: 9211167671 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/00/4 PAGES: 188pp. PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides an account of the principal macro-economic developments in Europe, North America and the Countries In Transition (CIS). It offers a framework for viewing the reform process in Eastern Europe and Europe as a whole and analyzes the optimal framework for the Western support to economic reform in Eastern countries. The issue contains statistics for a large array of variables and an extensive Statistical Appendix with long time series. The current issue also includes the papers presented to the UN/ECE Spring Seminar in May 2000: From Plan to Market: The Transition Process After 10 years. This is the combined second and third of three issues for the year. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 1999 No.: 3 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.E.4 ISBN: 9211167051 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/99/9 PAGES: 156pp. PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides a survey of current economic developments in Europe, North America and the Countries In Transition (CIS). Along with an overview of the economic situation, as of Autumn 1999, in the European region, this issue presents a discussion on demographic ageing and the reform of pension systems in the region. This is the third of three issues for the year. (This publication was formerly called The Economic Bulletin for Europe). TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 1999 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.E.2 ISBN: 9211167035 SYMBOL: ECE/DEAP/99/2 PAGES: 236pp. PRICE: $70.00 DESCRIPTION: (see above) TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 1998 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.E.1 ISBN: 9211166896 SYMBOL: ECE/DEAP/NONE/98/1 PAGES: 228pp. PRICE: $70.00 DESCRIPTION: (see above) TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 1998 No.: 3 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.E.25 ISBN: 9211167019 SYMBOL: ECE/DEAP/NONE/98/3 PAGES: 192pp. PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: (see above) TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 1998 No.: 2 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.E.18 ISBN: 9211166969 SYMBOL: ECE/DEAP/NONE/98/2 PAGES: 176pp. PRICE: $40.00 DESCRIPTION: (see above) TITLE: Economic Instruments for the Sustainable Management of Natural Resources: A Case Study on the Philippines' Forestry Sector SERIES: Trade Liberalisation and the Environment LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.III.D.94 SYMBOL: UNEP/99/4 PAGES: 116pp. PRICE: $20.00 DESCRIPTION: Recognizing the benefits of global trade, many of the world's developing countries and countries with economies in transition, have sought to actively participate in the global trading regime. Recently, however, the undesirable effect of environmental degradation has emerged as a result of rapid increase in trade. This case study on the Philippines'Forestry sector is one of a series of United Nations Environment Programme publications that discusses the country's experience with the environmental impacts of trade liberalization on their natural and environmental resources. It also presents innovative strategies to address negative impacts and strengthen positive ones. The other country studies available are: on Bangladesh's Shrimp farming industry; Chile's mining sector; India's automotive sector; Romania's water sector and Uganda's fisheries sector. TITLE: Economic Survey of Europe YEAR: 2000 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.E.12 ISBN: 9211167523 SYMBOL: ECE/EAD/00/2 PAGES: 256pp. PRICE: $70.00 DESCRIPTION: Economic Survey of Europe provides a survey of current economic developments in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and North America. In addition, this issue contains two special studies: Economic Convergence in Europe and the need to reduce the level of the development disparities among the various regions and Fertility Decline in the Transition Economies and the consequent economic and social impact. The publication aims at providing information and analysis to policy makers and economists in government, research institutes and universities, as well as the private business sector and the public at large. The present Survey is the fifty-third in a series of annual report; this is the first of three issues for the year. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean: Current Conditions and Outlook YEAR: 2002/03 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.G.111 ISBN: 9211214165 SYMBOL: LC/G.2215-P PAGES: 52 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides an assessment of the region’s economic performance during the first half of 2003 and of its prospects for the remainder of the year. An analysis is presented of the main aspects, including its macroeconomic policies, levels of economic activity, inflation, employment and saving and investment. A statistical appendix consisting of 25 tables with data series up to 2002 is also included. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean (CD-ROM Included) YEAR: 2001/02 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.G.2 ISBN: 9211213673 SYMBOL: LC/G.2179-P PAGES: 304 PRICE: $75.00 DESCRIPTION: This survey consists of two distinctive parts. The first part examines main aspects of the regional economy, while the second part contains an analysis of the individual countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. The part on the regional economy covers the situation in the first semester of 2002 and the prospects for the year as a whole. It also analyzes various aspects of the regional economy in 2001, including macroeconomics policies and reforms, the performance of the internal economy, and the external sector. The part on individual countries covers 20 nations in Latin America and the English-speaking Caribbean. It covers the period 2001 and early 2002, revealing country reports with tables and figures showing main economic indicators. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean: Current Conditions and Outlook YEAR: 2001/2002 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.G.71 ISBN: 9211213606 SYMBOL: LC/G.2184-P PAGES: 48 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides an assessment of the region's economic performance during the first half of 2002 and its prospects for the remainder of the year. It presents an analysis of the region's external sector, macroeconomic policy, levels of economic activity, inflation, employment, saving and investment. A statistical appendix containing 13 tables with data series through 2001 is also included. TITLE:Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean (Includes CD-ROM) YEAR: 2000/2001 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.G.2 ISBN: 9211213193 SYMBOL: LC/G.2139-P PAGES: 282 PRICE: $50.00 DESCRIPTION: This summary provides an assessment of the Latin America and the Caribbean region's economy during 2000 and the first half of 2001. It presents an overview of each country's external sector, macroeconomic policy, activity levels, inflation, employment, saving and investment. The publication contains thirteen statistical tables. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean: Current Conditions and Outlook YEAR: 2000/01 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.G.121 ISBN: 9211213207 SYMBOL: LC/G.2142-P PAGES: 42pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication provides an assessment of the region's economic performance during the first half of 2001 and its prospects for the remainder of the year. It presents an analysis of the region's external sector, macroeconomic policy, levels of economic activity, inflation, employment, saving and investment. A statistical appendix containing 14 tables with data series through 2000 is also included. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean YEAR: 1999/2000 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.G.2 ISBN: 9211212782 SYMBOL: LC/G.2102-P PAGES: 340pp. PRICE: $50.00 DESCRIPTION: This summary provides an assessment of the Latin America and the Caribbean region's economy during 1999 and the first half of 2000. It presents an overview of each country's external sector, macroeconomic policy, activity levels, inflation, employment, saving and investment. The publication contains thirteen statistical tables. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean, Summary YEAR: 1999/2000 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.G.70 ISBN: 9211212707 SYMBOL: LC/G.2104-P PAGES: 44pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This summary provides an assessment of the region's economy during 1999 and the first half of 2000. It presents an overview of each country's external sector, macroeconomic policy, activity levels, inflation, employment, saving and investment. The publication contains thirteen statistical tables. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean (CD-ROM Included) YEAR: 1998/99 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.G.2 ISBN: 9211212472 SYMBOL: LC/G.2056-P PAGES: 338pp. PRICE: $50.00 DESCRIPTION: This survey presents an overview of the regional economy and the economic performance in 1998 and the first half of 1999. It also offers individual country reports on the performance of the 20 countries of Latin America during 1998 and the first half of 1999. In addition, the Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean analyses the economic situation in the countries of the English-speaking Caribbean. This year's includes a CD-ROM that contains the statistical appendix. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean - Summary YEAR: 1998/99 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.G.17 ISBN: 9211212413 SYMBOL: LC/G.2063-P PAGES: 44pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This summary provides an assessment of the Latin America and the Caribbean region's economy during 1998 and the first half of 1999. It presents an overview of each country's external sector, macroeconomic policy, activity levels, inflation, employment, saving and investment. The publication contains thirteen statistical tables. TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean (2 Diskettes Included) YEAR: 1997/98 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.G.2 ISBN: 9211212308 SYMBOL: LC/G.2032-P PAGES: 378pp. PRICE: $75.00 DESCRIPTION: The Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean, 1997-1998 is the fiftieth edition in this series. To mark this milestone, a special chapter has been included in this edition which traces the history of the publication and outlines the way in which the economic situation in the region has been viewed during each of the periods examined. Once again, the Survey has been published as a single volume consisting of three parts. Part 1 contains an overview of the economy in 1997 and the first half of 1998. Part 2 presents reports on the 20 countries of Latin American and on the situation in the countries of the English-speaking Caribbean. Part 3 reviews the 50 years of the Survey. (out of print) (OUT OF STOCK) TITLE: Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean (2 Diskettes Included) YEAR: 1996/97 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 97.II.G.2 ISBN: 9211212200 SYMBOL: LC/G.1968-P PAGES: 346pp. PRICE: $75.00 DESCRIPTION: In 1996 and 1997, the economies of Latin America and the Caribbean appeared to have returned to the pattern of moderate growth. Part I of this publication gives insight into the economic trends, the international economy and the role of exchange rate policy in the region. Part II explores the economic developments by country. Included also is a statistical annex on diskette, which contains tables extending as far back as 1980. TITLE: Economic Theories of the Household: A Critical Review SERIES: UNU/WIDER Working Papers No.: 159 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.III.A.29 PAGES: 60pp. PRICE: $5.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication reviews the principal assumption and aspects of unitary household model and collective models of household behaviour. Empirical studies are presented to assess whether the theories offer adequate descriptions of household behaviour and to examine the types of policy implications that can be drawn from these. (OUT OF PRINT) TITLE: Economic Trends and Impacts in the ESCWA Region No.:1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.L.8 ISBN: 9211282586 PAGES: 48 PRICE: $13.00 DESCRIPTION: This study highlights the impact of external factors on the economies of Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) member countries. Within this context, the study identifies the political and macroeconomic developments that have a potential to affect the region. TITLE: Economics and Gender: Selected Bibliography SERIES: Mujer y Desarrollo No.: 37 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.G.152 ISBN: 9211213762 SYMBOL: LC/L.1610-P PAGES: 56 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This report is intended to facilitate the exchange and dissemination of information on gender and economics. It contributes to the research and analysis of recent trends in of globalization and economic liberalization, changes in the roles performed by women and men, and the development policies adopted. The subjects addressed in the bibliography include the following: the effects of global and national economic processes on the traditional roles carried out by men and women, the impact of gender stereotypes on their economic opportunities; international trade, with an emphasis on the opportunities and restrictions it entails for women; liberalization of the financial market, financial crises and their effects on the population. TITLE: Economics, Trade and Development: English-Spanish General Terminology (with a Spanish Index) LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: GV.01.0.4 ISBN: 9211010330 SYMBOL: TERM/45/REV.1 PAGES: 620pp. PRICE: $60.00 DESCRIPTION: This comprehensive English-Spanish glossary contains over 5,000 commonly used terms in economics, trade and development. It also contains a comprehensive Spanish index. A must have for anyone in English-Spanish translation. TITLE: Ecotourism Development in the Pacific Islands SERIES: ESCAP Tourism Review No.: 23 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 04.II.F.30 ISBN: 9211203856 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2300 PAGES: 76 PRICE: 12 DESCRIPTION: The experiences and challenges for Ecotourism in ten pacific Island countries are discussed in this book. The publication also takes a look at general issues concerning Ecotourism in Island Developing Countries. TITLE: Ecotourism: Principles, Practices and Policies for Sustainability LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.III.D.14 ISBN: 9280720643 PAGES: 64pp. PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: Ecotourism has been growing rapidly over the last decades. Yet, while ecotourism has the potential to create a positive environmental and social impact, it can also be damaging if not done properly. This guide was developed to act as a basic resource book for governments and practitioner who want to develop environmentally and socially sound ecotourism practices. It includes background data and reference sources as well as practical guidelines. Case studies illustrate how these guidelines can be applied. TITLE:Ecstasy and Amphetamines: Global Survey YEAR: 2003 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.XI.15 ISBN: 9211481643 PAGES: 122 PRICE: $32.00 DESCRIPTION: In today’s fast moving society, the pressures to excel in sports, have fun on the social scene and escape reality for whatever reason, are high especially amongst the younger generation. They will take whatever substances or drugs are made available to them in an effort to satisfy these desires. The world has now seen a large increase in the consumption of synthetic drugs such as Amphetamine-type Stimulants (ATS). This report analyzes the size and nature of the emerging ATS threat, with the view of exploring what society can do to overcome the problem globally. It provides key information such as the origins of these drugs, trends in their use worldwide and the threat that they pose to man. TITLE: Education and the Labour Market in Latin America: Why Measurement is Important and What It Tells Us about Policies, Reforms and Performance SERIES: Desarrollo Productivo No.: 114 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.G.169 ISBN: 9211213290 SYMBOL: LC/L.1631-P PAGES: 52pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This paper examines two pivotal education and labour market policy and performance questions. One, the degree to which countries in the Latin America region are catching up or falling behind their competitors in the area of human capital formation with particular reference to upper secondary and technical education. Two, the degree to which higher educational attainment in Latin American countries results in positive labour market outcomes. This paper analyses the relation between educational attainment and labour force participation, employment and unemployment and earnings. TITLE: Education for Development: A Teacher's Resource for Global Learning LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.XX.USA.89 ISBN: 0435088548 PAGES: 318pp. PRICE: $24.00 DESCRIPTION: Young people are bombarded daily with information on global issues such as violence, poverty, hunger, prejudice and environmental degradation. Education for Development helps young people make the link between global issues and local concerns and shows how they can apply what they learn to their own lives and communities. Packed with illustrations, it also provides teachers of all subjects and all levels with exciting and practical classroom activities that can be integrated into the existing curriculum. Education for Development is divided into five sections that explore the central concepts: interdependence, images and perceptions, social justice, conflict and conflict resolution, and change and the future. Grades K-12 TITLE: Education, Training, Research and Fellowship Opportunities in Space Science and Technology and its Applications: A Directory LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.I.9 ISBN: 9211008875 SYMBOL: ST/SPACE/10 PAGES: 210pp. PRICE: $32.00 DESCRIPTION: This updated and expanded version of earlier directories lists education, training, research and fellowship opportunities available in different aspects of space science and technology. This includes basic space sciences, remote sensing, satellite communications and satellite meteorology in various education and scientific institutions and establishments. Additional information for each listing includes the facilities available, the prerequisite qualifications, financial information and opportunities for international cooperation. Addresses and contact points for further information are also provided. TITLE: Education, Training, Research and Fellowship Opportunities in Space Science and Technology and its Applications: A Directory LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.I.98 ISBN: 9211008042 SYMBOL: A/AC.105/671 PAGES: 168pp. PRICE: $30.00 DESCRIPTION: This international directory lists education, training, research and fellowship opportunities available in different aspects of space science and technology including basic space sciences, remote sensing, satellite communications and satellite meteorology in various education and scientific institutions and establishments. Additional information for each listing include the facilities available, the prerequisite qualifications, financial information and opportunities for international cooperation. Addresses and contact points for further in formation are also provided. TITLE: Effective Public-Private Partnership in the Information Technology Sector: How to Enhance Business and Trade Capacities SERIES: Global Technology Markets LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.III.T.7 ISBN: 9291372633 SYMBOL: ITC/P158.E/PMD/MDS/03-X PAGES: 208 PRICE: 50 DESCRIPTION: This study focuses on the importance of public-private partnership in the area of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). It discusses the concept of partnership and describes the activities of the public/government sector in providing an overall ICT support framework. The study also analyzes the implications of public-private partnership for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and examines related experiences in the European Union and the transition economies. In addition, an analysis is presented on countries that have transformed their economies by developing effective ICT industries and the views of the business community on public-private partnerships in Europe are also discussed. TITLE: Effects for Long-range Transboundary Air Pollution SERIES: Air Pollution Studies No.: 14 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.E.1 ISBN: 9211167116 SYMBOL: ECE/EB.AIR/62 PAGES: 32pp. PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication offers insight into the effects of long-range transboundary air pollution. Its discussion covers the following areas: ten years of monitoring forest condition in Europe; the role of International Cooperative Programme (ICP) crops in establishing the short-term critical level for ozone injury; guidelines for options on air pollution abatement regulation in countries in transition; and improved combustion technology and emission control. TITLE: Elections: Perspectives on Establishing Democratic Practices LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 97.II.H.1 ISBN: 9211231213 SYMBOL: ST/TCD/SER.E/31 PAGES: 63pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: Countries are increasingly asking the United Nations to provide technical assistance to their electoral processes. This publication fills a gap by providing election officials with guidance on basic technical and managerial issues. TITLE: Electoral Management Bodies as Institutions of Governance LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.III.B.13 ISBN: 9211261325 PAGES: 248pp. PRICE: $20.00 DESCRIPTION: Electoral systems are the primary vehicle for choice and representational governance. Effective management of these electoral systems requires institutions that are inclusive, sustainable, just and independent. Electoral Management Bodies as Institutions of Governance provides the first empirical evidence that professionally staffed permanent and independent electoral institutions are critical for developing the sustainable capacity to conduct effective democratic elections. It describes the structures and functions of different kinds of EMBs worldwide; current trends in their development and reform; international factors that affect election management; and public opinion. It also tabulates the electoral budgets of 49 countries and in its concluding chapter presents a summary of findings and lessons learned from recent electoral experiences. TITLE: Electric Power in Asia and the Pacific 1999 and 2002 (Includes CD-ROM) YEAR: 1999 and 2000 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.F.40 ISBN: 9211201802 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2263 PAGES: 62 PRICE: 35 DESCRIPTION: This publication and CD-ROM provides an analysis of electric power development at the regional level. Factors including electricity generation and consumption, electric power generating capacity, access to electricity, electricity prices, and renewable energy potential and development are considered. Country profiles with information on energy sector development, power development, and stakeholders in electricity supply development are included. TITLE: Electric Power in Asia and the Pacific YEAR: 1997/98 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.F.26 ISBN: 9211200393 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2115 PAGES: 120pp. PRICE: $35.00 DESCRIPTION: Electric Power in Asia and the Pacific presents data on the electricity supply industry at the country level. The report covers all types of power generation sources - hydro, steam, internal combustion, gas turbine, nuclear and geothermal. TITLE: Electric Power in Asia and the Pacific YEAR: 1995/96 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.F.52 ISBN: 9211199034 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1957 PAGES: 122pp. PRICE: $35.00 DESCRIPTION: Electric Power in Asia and the Pacific presents data on the electricity supply industry at the country level. The report covers all types of power generation sources - hydro, steam, internal combustion, gas turbine, nuclear and geothermal. This year's edition also gives a regional overview of the electric power developments in the region. TITLE: Electric Power in Asia and the Pacific YEAR: 1993/94 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.F.57 ISBN: 9211198194 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1851 PAGES: 122pp. PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: (see above) TITLE: Electronic Commerce and Music Business Development in Jamaica: A Portal to the New Economy SERIES: Technology for Development LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.D.17 ISBN: 9211125669 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/ITE/TEB/8 PAGES: 52.00 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: For many developing countries, including Jamaica, electronic commerce and music have been identified as an important new trading opportunity that provides one of the fastest means of penetrating global markets. The Jamaican music industry represents a vibrant and dynamic sector of the Jamaican economy, it does not currently possess the technological assets or capabilities required in order to produce and export the final product at competitive market prices. Electronic commerce presents a critical opportunity for expansion and development of the commercial dimensions of this sector at relatively low cost, particularly with regard to the promotion and marketing of music-related products and services. TITLE: Electronic Commerce for Transition Economies in the Digital Age: Forum Proceedings LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.E.8 ISBN: 9211167760 SYMBOL: ECE/TRADE/268 PAGES: 228pp. PRICE: $28.00 DESCRIPTION: New information and communication technologies are transforming the economic landscape, bringing unparalleled opportunity and change. This publication is an outcome of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UN/ECE) Forum on "Electronic Commerce for Transition Economies in the Digital Age". The objectives of the Forum were to promote the development of the Internet and electronic commerce in transition economies as well as review the existing infrastructure and identify the needs for capacity building. The Forum not only raised awareness of the current situation, but also provided a vision of the vast potential and upcoming opportunities for transition economies. TITLE: Electronic Commerce Initiatives of ESCAP: Business Facilitation Needs SERIES: Studies in Trade and Development No.: 31 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.F.47 ISBN: 9211198356 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1854 PAGES: 116pp. PRICE: $18.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication comes to address the need for facilitation measures that could be adopted in order to improve business performance focusing on electronic commerce initiatives. Its coverage includes: the internet and electronic data interchange; corporate technical planning strategies; secure electronic transaction for credit card payments; and the UNCITRAL model law and the modernization of legislation to facilitate electronic commerce. TITLE: Electronic Commerce Initiatives of ESCAP Role of Electronic Commerce in Trade Facilitation SERIES: Studies in Trade and Investment No.: 13 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 96.II.F.32 ISBN: 9211198062 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1557 PAGES: 98pp. PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: This important new book brings together a collection of invited interdisciplinary perspectives on the role of electronic commerce in facilitating international trade. The articles in the book can be divided into three types: those related to pre-transaction process efficiency, actual transactions and post-sales. A brilliant publication for all trade practitioners and all present and future technology specialists. TITLE: Eliminating Dependency on Halons: Case Studies LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.III.D.22 ISBN: 9280717847 PAGES: 72pp. PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: What is good for fighting fires is not always good for the environment. In the case of halons, their long atmospheric lifetimes and high ozone destruction potential makes them extremely damaging to the stratospheric ozone layer, which protects humans, animals and plants from the damaging effects of ultraviolet solar radiation. Developing countries face the challenge of ensuring effective fire protection while at the same time eliminating their reliance on halons. This publication presents case studies that show how different organizations and countries have successfully approached and addressed various aspects of halon management. TITLE: Eliminating Obstacles to Efficient Trade Finance in Transition Economies: Practical Aspects LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.E.4 ISBN: 9211167728 SYMBOL: ECE/TRADE/267 PAGES: 116pp. PRICE: $20.00 DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this series of trade and investment guides is to assist economies in transition, as well as economic actors in other countries, in becoming familiar with the best practices in the area of trade and investment and related legal and commercial practices. TITLE: Elusive Protection, Uncertain Lands: Migrants' Access to Human Rights LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.III.S.16 ISBN: 9290681721 PAGES: 64 PRICE: $26.00 DESCRIPTION: This study looks at the need to strengthen the recognition and protection of migrant human rights in international and national law. It discusses the main obstacles that make it difficult for migrants to enjoy their human rights and their vulnerability during the displacement process. The publication will be of interest to human rights groups and migrant-serving organizations as well as to professionals and policy makers in the field. TITLE: Emergence of Unorthodox Ownership and Governance Structures in East Asia: An Alternative Transition Path SERIES: UNU/WIDER Research for Action No.: 38 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.III.A.50 ISBN: 952952062X PAGES: 66pp. PRICE: $8.00 DESCRIPTION: The present study examines the nature of the unorthodox ownership and governance that are emerging among firms and the way these structures are supporting the remarkable economic growth in the transition economies of East Asia, particularly by China and Vietnam. Emergence of Unorthodox Ownership and Governance Structures in East Asia: An Alternative Transition Path also explores the conditions which have motivated reform, the impact of property rights structure and reform on enterprise performance and the relationship between adaptability and accountability. The publication is part of the Research for Action series which discusses policy-oriented research on the main strategic issues of development and international cooperation, as well as on the interaction between domestic and global changes. TITLE: Emerging Forces in Environmental Governance LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.III.A.14 ISBN: 9280810952 SYMBOL: UNUP-1095 PAGES: 312 PRICE: 36 DESCRIPTION: International environment governance increasingly involves complex synergies between networks of actors across levels of international politics. Nation states are becoming dependent upon multilateral institutions, organized science, NGOs and social movements, and business and industry for formulating their views and for conducting policy. It is the emerging forces emanating from this multiplicity of actors that facilitate institutional synergies in environmental governance. This book describes these various channels of multilateral environmental governance and examines the key actors and the functions they perform. TITLE: Emerging Market for the Environment, An: A Guide to Emissions Trading LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.III.D.17 ISBN: 8755031501 PAGES: 40 PRICE: $20.00 DESCRIPTION: Since its inclusion in the Kyoto Protocol, the prospect of an international emissions trading system has attracted wide interest among policy makers, industrialists and others. However, to date, little basic information has been made available on the subject of emissions trading in general. This guide paints a clear picture of emissions trading, including considerations of the aspects of system design that ensure that environmental targets are met. The guide adopts a step-by-step approach to emissions trading, dividing the information into the following three parts: Part I provides a simple theoretical model of an emissions trading system, used as a basis for understanding the real world design explained in the following parts. Part II covers the various types of emissions trading system designs, with an emphasis on the ways in which they achieve their environmental aims. Part III presents examples of existing systems, gives some comments on their performance to date, and considers what future systems might be like. TITLE: Emerging New Applications of Nucleonic Control Systems in Industry: Report of an Advisory Group Meeting Held in Vienna SERIES: Technical Document No.: 1142 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.L.5 SYMBOL: IAEA-TECHDOC-1142 PAGES: 202 PRICE: $16.50 DESCRIPTION: This TECDOC presents a comprehensive review of the current status and future prospects of nucleonic gauge methodology and technology applied as nucleonic control systems (NCS) to a broad spectrum of industrial engineering processes. It presents the results of the International Atomic Energy Agency's Advisory Group Meeting on Emerging New Applications of Nucleonic Control Systems in Industry, which was convened to discuss and evaluate the present state-of-the-art of this field. Specific attention is paid to the application of nucleonic gauge methodology and technology to international industrial sectors such as petroleum industry, mining and mineral ore processing, material construction and environment. TITLE: Emerging Policy Initiatives and Activities in Coastal Zone Management and Non-living Resources Assessment in Asia and the Pacific SERIES: Development and Management of Non-living resources in the Coastal Zones of the Asia-Pacific Region VOLUME: 3 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.F.26 ISBN: 9211198933 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1902 PAGES: 150pp. PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: The lack of an integrated approach in coastal zone management is still a key issues. It has led to coastal habitats being increasingly degraded through pollution and natural resources being overexploited with growing conflicts between competing resources users. This publication addresses the issues related to national emerging policy initiatives and efforts towards integrated coastal zone management and the status and prospects of subregional cooperation in coastal management and non-living resources assessment in Asia and the Pacific; and presents a regional action programme. TITLE:Emerging Role of the Private Sector in Delivering Social Services in the ESCAP Region, The SERIES: Social Policy Paper No.: 4 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.F.10 ISBN: 9211200679 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2166 PAGES: 28 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This paper elaborates on the current approaches in viewing the private sector as either a partner or a separate entity in delivering such basic social services as education, healthcare, water and sanitation. The emergence of the non-governmental sector, particularly not-for-profit NGOs, as an active participant in the delivery of social services is extensively analyzed. This paper also provides an analysis of the growing importance of the for-profit private sector in the delivery of social services among subgroups of countries in the region. This paper concludes by providing some policy options to develop effective national policies and suggests a regional framework for further cooperation in promoting the role of the private sector in delivering social services. TITLE: Emerging World Cities in Pacific Asia LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 96.III.A.7 ISBN: 9280809075 SYMBOL: UNUP/907 PAGES: 552pp. PRICE: $35.00 DESCRIPTION: Pacific Asia is the fastest growing region in the world and its very large cities - world cities - have been playing a critical part in spearheading economic growth and social and cultural transformation. This book focuses on the functional characteristics and linkage effect of Pacific Asia's world cities against the background of global economic restructuring since the 1980s. These cities are examined as individual entities, in their regional setting and in the context of subregional cooperative development environments. This volume's rich mosaic of data, analyzes and conclusions provide a comprehensive appraisal of the interplay between global structural adjustments and the changing role and configuration of Asia's world cities at the close of the twentieth century. TITLE: Employment SERIES: Issues in International Investment Agreements No.: 19 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.II.D.15 ISBN: 9211124859 SYMBOL: UNCTAD/ITE/IIT/19 PAGES: 72pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication examines the management of employment issues in the area of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Transnational Corporations (TNCs). It provides an analysis of the coverage of international instruments concerning five main areas of TNC-related issues: employment promotion, opportunity and security of employment, human resources development, conditions of work, and life and industrial relations. Employment also examines the extent to which extent international investment agreements (IIAs) have paid attention to emerging issues, such as the possible expansion of the scope of core labour standards to TNCs and the possible utilization of a social clause. The publication is a part of series promoted by UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development) to address key issues relevant to IIAs and to present them in a manner that is easily accessible to end-users. TITLE: Employment Trends and Prospects in the European Forest Sector SERIES: Geneva Timber and Forest Study Papers LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.II.E.28 ISBN: 9211168430 SYMBOL: ECE/TIM/DP/29 PAGES: 44 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: The focus of this paper is an analysis of past, and current day, trends of productivity and labour resources in the European forest sector. The paper provides information about wages, safety and health of working places, as well as training and skills of workers. Based on these trends, the paper gives an outlook for social issues in European forestry, wood processing industry and pulp and paper industry. The analysis is linked to a discussion about possible future changes in the policy and market framework of the sector. TITLE: Empowering the Poor: Local Governance for Poverty Reduction LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.III.B.10 ISBN: 9211261589 PAGES: 164 PRICE: 19.95 DESCRIPTION: The reduction of poverty has become one of the highest priorities of international development. Empowering the Poor analyzes conceptual frameworks and initiatives related to poverty reduction and identifies approaches taken by major international organizations. It explores the conceptual dimensions of poverty and local governance and the comparative advantages of decentralized governance in tackling poverty. This publication puts forward the argument that a greater involvement of local populations in decision-making may contribute to significant poverty reduction. TITLE: Empowering the Rural Poor through HRD: Six Innovative Approaches Submitted for the 2001 ESCAP HRD Award LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.F.70 ISBN: 9211201357 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2242 PAGES: 92 PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has awarded the ESCAP Human Resources Development Award in almost every year since 1990. The award recognizes exceptional contributions made in the area of human resources development (HRD). The theme of the ESCAP HDR Award for 2001, held in Lao People's Demcratic Republic, was Empowering the Rural Poor through HRD. This document contains six of the most innovative papers submitted for the award. It is hoped that these unique approaches will inspire and serve as a useful reference for others throughout the region involved in HDR work aimed at eradicating rural poverty and developing sound and sustainable rural communities. TITLE: Encouraging the Longer Term: Institutional Investors and Emerging Markets - A Research Agenda SERIES: Discussion Paper Series No.: 16 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.III.B.33 ISBN: 9211260914 PAGES: 64pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This study analyzes the growing institutionalization of savings in industrial countries, particularly in the form of mutual and pension funds, and the implications of this trend for developing countries in attracting more long-term investment. TITLE: End of Polio, The: A Global Effort to End Disease LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.XX.9 ISBN: 0821228625 PAGES: 160 PRICE: $37.45 DESCRIPTION: In a world convulsed by war and hatred, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative stands as a rare and inspiring example of what can be done when countries across the globe work together against a common enemy. Internationally acclaimed photographer, Sebastiao Salgado, uses numerous eye-catching photographs to narrate the global campaign, begun in 1988, to eradicate polio globally by 2005. TITLE: Endangered Species of the Black Sea Wetlands (Poster) LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.III.B.9 PRICE: $5.00 DESCRIPTION: A truly beautiful poster of birds, butterflies and other endangered species in their natural habitat of tall wetland grass. (OUT OF PRINT) TITLE: Energy Balances and Electricity Profiles YEAR: 2000 LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 04.XVII.2 ISBN: 9210612043 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.W/11 PAGES: 508 PRICE: 75 DESCRIPTION: This publication shows energy production, conversion and consumption for the various fuels utilized in select countries. The information is useful for assessing and analyzing production and consumption patterns on an internationally comparable basis. This bilingual publication is in English and French. TITLE: Energy, Electricity and Nuclear Power Estimates for the Period up to 2020 SERIES: Reference Data YEAR: July 2002 No.: 1 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 03.L.16 ISBN: 9201169027 SYMBOL: IAEA-RDS-1/22 PAGES: 56 PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication presents the most recent estimates of energy, electricity and nuclear power trends up to the year 2020. TITLE: Energy for Sustainable Development: A Policy Agenda LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.III.B.7 ISBN: 9211261457 PAGES: 228 PRICE: $37.50 DESCRIPTION: In the ten years since Rio, the world has gained a more thorough understanding of the problems associated with energy use and of the actions that need to be taken. Some countries have made enlightened energy policies a priority and many of their experiences are reflected in these pages. This book is intended to share information about such experiences and to shed light on policy options that can support an equitable, safe, healthy and prosperous world using energy as an instrument for sustainable development. TITLE: Energy and Sustainable Development: Case Studies LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.II.A.8 ISBN: 9211045177 PAGES: 240.00 PRICE: $30.00 DESCRIPTION: Energy poses a dilemma in efforts aimed at achieving sustainable development in that it is necessary for economic and social development, yet it is a major cause of environmental degradation especially with regard to the atmosphere. Despite the growth in commercial energy use, two billion people remain without access to modern energy and this represents a major challenge for those committed to achieving sustainable development. These case studies presented in this publication provide a wide range of experiences related to: conventional energy, energy market reform, energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. Many of these cases can be replicated in other countries and regions and it is hoped that policy makers, technical experts and stakeholders will benefit from them. TITLE: Energy Balances and Electricity Profiles YEAR: 1998 LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 01.XVII.13 ISBN: 9210611942 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.W/10 PAGES: 508pp. PRICE: $75.00 DESCRIPTION: Energy economists and planners will benefit from the data presented in this publication. It shows the overall picture of energy production, conversion and consumption for each fuel utilized in selected countries. TITLE: Energy Balances and Electricity Profiles YEAR: 1996 LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 99.XVII.5 ISBN: 9210611799 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.W/9 PAGES: 508pp. PRICE: $75.00 DESCRIPTION: Energy economists and planners will benefit from the data presented in the publication for selected countries. It shows the overall picture of energy production, conversion and consumption for each fuel utilized in the country. TITLE: Energy Efficiency and Energy Security in the CIS SERIES: ECE Energy Series No.: 17 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: GV.01.0.10 ISBN: 9211010373 SYMBOL: ECE/ENERGY/44 PAGES: 116pp. PRICE: $30.00 DESCRIPTION: This study assesses the potential for energy conservation in CIS member countries to the year 2010 and explains how improvements in energy efficiency of member countries could contribute to enhancing their energy security. Achieving even part of the large energy conservation thought to be possible would have important environmental benefits since much of the savings would come from fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This study recommends a series of linked solutions to be implemented in stages as short, medium and long-term activities to achieve energy efficiency goals. TITLE: Energy Efficiency: Compendium of Energy Conservation Legislation in Countries of the Asia and Pacific Region LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.F.59 ISBN: 9211199298 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1908 PAGES: 384pp. PRICE: $42.00 DESCRIPTION: Promotion of energy efficiency through legislation and regulatory measures seems to offer considerable scope for intra- and inter-regional exchanges of information and experiences. This compendium attempts to contribute to and facilitate the international and regional cooperation in this area. In addition to an overview of energy conservation legislation in the Asia and the Pacific region, it presents country profiles and case studies of national legislation for the promotion of energy conservation and energy efficiency. The Compendium also discusses national and state laws and regulations for promotion of energy conservation and energy efficiency in the region and for the United States of America. It also includes the full text of two Protocols: the Energy Charter Protocol on Energy Efficiency and Related Environmental Aspects and the Kyoto Protocol to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. TITLE: Energy Efficiency: Energy Conservation and Efficiency Centres in Asia LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.F.31 ISBN: 9211198143 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1801 PAGES: 168pp. PRICE: $10.00 DESCRIPTION: In Asia, the rapid economic growth of the past two decades was accompanied by a fast growing demand for commercial energy and increasing energy intensities in some countries. Promotion of efficiency in energy systems and energy demand management have become important dimensions of energy policy. This publication reflects on the history of the emergence of energy conservation and energy efficiency centres and examines country experiences with energy conservation promotion policies. It also includes a directory of selected energy conservation and energy efficiency centres in Asia, with brief introductory profiles of their activities and contact addresses. TITLE: Energy Efficiency: Promotion of Energy Efficiency in Industry and Financing of Investments LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 01.II.F.22 ISBN: 9211200350 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/2108 PAGES: 144pp. PRICE: $12.00 DESCRIPTION: This five part comprehensive publication discusses important dimensions of national energy efficiency promotion policies. Part One presents an introductory overview to the issues involved in financing energy efficiency and productivity development investments in industry. Part Two discusses alternative investment financing options for investors. Part Three presents selected country policies and experiences in the form of discussion papers. Part Four discusses the particular difficulties faced by the countries with economies in transition in the promotion of investments for energy efficiency. Part Five presents an overview to the various dimensions of international cooperation in financing energy efficiency investment. TITLE: Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development III, Energy Infrastructure Policies and Issues SERIES: Energy Resources Development No.: 36 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.II.F.29 ISBN: 9211197937 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1822 PAGES: 252pp. PRICE: $35.00 DESCRIPTION: The Energy Resource Development Series is a biennial publication which addresses a selected theme of current interest to analysts, policy makers and planners in the energy sector. This publication takes up the theme of energy, environment and sustainable development. It is largely based on material presented at the Ad Hoc Expert Group Meeting on Energy Infrastructure and Energy Pricing Policies held in Bangkok from 28-30 May 1997. Sustainable energy development and management are in many ways contingent upon the right pricing signals to the users. On the other hand, for investment purposes also, particularly for private sector participation in energy infrastructure, appropriate energy pricing is a prerequisite at a time when private sector funding is seen as a necessity to address the energy infrastructure bottleneck in social and economic development. TITLE: Energy Statistics Yearbook YEAR: 2000 VOLUME: 44th Ed. LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 02.XVII.12 H ISBN: 9210611985 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.J/44 PAGES: 568 PRICE: $115.00 DESCRIPTION: The Energy Statistics Yearbook is a comprehensive collection of international energy statistics prepared by the United Nations Statistics Division. It provides a global framework of comparable data on long-term trends in the supply of commercial, primary and secondary forms of energy. Valuable and precise data for each type of fuel and aggregate data for the total mix of commercial fuels for individual countries and areas are summarized into regional and world totals. This edition of the Yearbook contains data in original and common units for the years 1997-2000. TITLE: Energy Statistics Yearbook YEAR: 1999 VOLUME: 43rd Ed. LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 02.XVII.7 H ISBN: 9210611977 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.J/43 PAGES: 576 PRICE: $110.00 DESCRIPTION: The Yearbook, comprehensive and reliable, provides a global framework of comparable data on long-term trends in the supply of mainly commercial, primary and secondary forms of energy. Valuable and precise data for each type of fuel and aggregate data for the total mix of commercial fuels for individual countries and areas are summarized into regional and world totals. TITLE: Energy Statistics Yearbook YEAR: 1998 VOLUME: 42nd Ed. LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 01.XVII.12 H ISBN: 9210611934 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.J/42 PAGES: 580pp. PRICE: $110.00 DESCRIPTION: The Yearbook, comprehensive and reliable, provides a global framework of comparable data on long-term trends in the supply of mainly commercial, primary and secondary forms of energy. Valuable and precise data for each type of fuel and aggregate data for the total mix of commercial fuels for individual countries and areas are summarized into regional and world totals. TITLE: Energy Statistics Yearbook YEAR: 1997 VOLUME: 41st Ed. LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 00.XVII.8 H ISBN: 9210611845 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.J/41 PAGES: 578pp. PRICE: $100.00 DESCRIPTION: The Yearbook, comprehensive and reliable, provides a global framework of comparable data on long-term trends in the supply of mainly commercial, primary and secondary forms of energy. Valuable and precise data for each type of fuel and aggregate data for the total mix of commercial fuels for individual countries and areas are summarized into regional and world totals. TITLE: Energy Statistics Yearbook YEAR: 1996 VOLUME: 40th Ed. LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 99.XVII.3 H ISBN: 9210611780 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.J/40 PAGES: 568pp. PRICE: $100.00 DESCRIPTION: The Yearbook, comprehensive and reliable, provides a global framework of comparable data on long-term trends in the supply of mainly commercial, primary and secondary forms of energy. Valuable and precise data for each type of fuel and aggregate data for the total mix of commercial fuels for individual countries and areas are summarized into regional and world totals. TITLE: Energy Statistics Yearbook YEAR: 1995 VOLUME: 39th Ed. LANGUAGE: B. SALES #: 97.XVII.8 H ISBN: 9210611705 SYMBOL: ST/ESA/STAT/SER.J/39 PAGES: 548pp. PRICE: $100.00 DESCRIPTION: see above TITLE: Enforcement by Port States - Legislative History of Article 218 of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea SERIES: Law of the Sea, The LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 02.V.11 ISBN: 9211336589 PAGES: 48 PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: The present study is devoted to the legislative history of article 218, dealing with enforcement by port States of vessel-source pollution perpetrated outside the internal waters, the territorial sea or the exclusive economic zone of such States in violation of applicable international rules and standards established through the competent international organization or general diplomatic conference. It lays down the basic legal regime of a port State's competence in respect of pollution control when a vessel is voluntarily within its port or at its offshore terminal. TITLE: Enforcing Arbitration Awards under the New York Convention: Experience and Prospects LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 99.V.2 ISBN: 9211336090 PAGES: 56pp. PRICE: $15.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication presents the papers presented at the 10 June 1998 colloquium in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards. Leading arbitration practitioners and experts including two members who participated in the drafting of the Convention in 1958, review the Convention, take stock of current issues in the field and consider future work and what needs to be done. TITLE: Engendering the Political Agenda: The Role of the State, Women's Organizations and the International Community LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 00.III.C.2 ISBN: 9211270561 SYMBOL: INSTRAW/SER.B/54 PAGES: 328pp. PRICE: $25.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication gives a timely theoretical and practical look at why some countries have more successfully "engendered" their politics than others. It contains three case studies on the processes of engendering the political agenda conducted in the Dominican Republic, Romania and South Africa, a comparative overview and policy recommendations. The case-studies document and analyze the way in which diverse policy processes take women's and gender equality issues into consideration. The case studies focus primarily on the issues of violence against women, women's sexual and reproductive rights, sexual exploitation and trafficking of women, women's social security rights and the impact of customary law and practices. TITLE: Enhancement of Trade and Investment Cooperation in South-East Asia: Opportunities and Challenges Toward Asean-10 and Beyond SERIES: Studies in Trade and Investment No.: 34 LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 98.II.F.74 ISBN: 9211198615 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1882 PAGES: 200pp. PRICE: $22.00 DESCRIPTION: This publication examines specific opportunities and challenges in trade and investment in countries in the Asean region. It also considers the benefits of cooperation in the private sector and how the private sector could complement the efforts being made by the Governments. TITLE: Enhancing Cooperation in Trade and Investment Between Pacific Island Countries and Economies of East and South-East A sia (Vol.1: Issues & Vol.2: Product Studies) VOLUME: I&II LANGUAGE: E. SALES #: 97.II.F.15 VOL.1&2 ISBN: 9211197511 SYMBOL: ST/ESCAP/1728 & 1729 PAGES: 377pp. PRICE: $35.00 DESCRIPTION: By their very nature as small open economies, Pacific Island countries continue to be severely affected by the rapid changes which are taking place in the world economy. This two volume set offers an in-depth discussion of such issues as the implication of changing patterns of trade and trade agreements; investment linkages; trade and investment facilitation; trade, investment and sustainable development; and issues relating to the feasibility of production policies. TITLE: Enhancing Effectiveness of Aid SERIES: Least Developed Countries Series