System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Implementation Guide
Comprehensive overview of the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting implementation strategy focusing on the nature, structure, and phases of implementation at the country level. Includes a diagnostic tool and key implementation issues.
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System of Environmental-Economic Accounting SEEA Implementation Guide and Diagnostic Tool Sokol Vako United Nations Statistics Division Training for the worldwide implementation of the System of Environmental Economic Accounting 2012 - Central Framework for Africa 2-5 February 2015, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Nature of the Implementation Guide Broad direction and support to national level implementation Introductory and overview document Works within the framework of the SEEA implementation strategy Recognise differences between countries and regions in actual situations and contexts Reflect lessons learned on implementation from past compilers Promote awareness of key implementation issues and risks
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Structure of the Guide Introduction Rationale for implementation of SEEA Description of key elements of global implementation strategy Including international measurement programs Overview of implementation at country level Preparation of assessment reports and implementation plans Annexes Including Diagnostic tool, References
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Four Phases of Implementation at Country Level Strategic planning Establishing a core group Completing a national assessment report Building mechanisms for implementation Authorised senior board or group Implementation team/s Compiling and disseminating accounts Strengthening national statistical systems
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Diagnostic Tool Tool to support discussions on the implementation of SEEA particularly in initial assessments Eight areas in line with the logic of the implementation guide Order of areas a guide only
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Diagnostic Tool Area 1-Stakeholder and institutional arrangements Area 2-Policy priorities Area 3-Information and knowledge Area 4-Existing accounts and previous studies
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Diagnostic Tool Area 5-Constraints Area 6-Opportunities Area 7-Recommendations for priority accounts Area 8-Next steps
System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Key Messages Essential to undertake strategic planning with range of users and producers Make regular and clear decisions and written statements of direction and intent Invest in ongoing communication Aim to prepare accounts on an ongoing basis Incorporate relevant investments in national statistical systems Release experimental or research data as part of building capacity and awareness learning by doing Share experiences and use international support
