Sponsors Statements

	Responding to Climate Change (RTCC) fully supports the work of the Rio Conventions in creating frameworks for effective sustainable development. The Conventions embody the global ethos in striving for solutions to problems which affect us all. At RTCC we are dedicated to promoting the solutions needed to support such action. JAMES RAMSEY RTCC www.rtcc.org
	A small community in northern Sweden is going through a remarkable transformation into ecological, economic and social sustainability. The keywords of SUSTAINABLE ROBERTSFORS are: knowledge, democracy, participation, sustainable management, integration, quality of life, co-operation and networks. We want to share our experiences with the whole world! Please contact us by: e-mail: tli@robertsfors.se web: www.hallbara.robertsfors.se
	Italy is on the frontline for the achieve-ment of the Millennium Development Goals. We point to Protected Areas as a key instrument to identify strategies for sustainable livelihood. The 1st CBD Open Ended Working Group on Protected Areas in Italy this year represents our world contribution to the quality of life and a better future. DR. ALDO COSENTINO Director General Directorate General for Nature Protection Italian Ministry for the Environment and Territory web: www.minambiente.it
	We take for granted the air we breathe, the food we eat, the species and landscapes we love. Yet in many places these values are under threat. Mankind however, is unique. As a species we are part of nature. As humans we are capable of reflection and learning. Human responsibility starts where nature ceases to be self-evident. CEES VEERMAN Minister for Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality, The Netherlands web: www.minlnv.nl
	Frankfurt, known for international finance and fairs, gateway to the world with the largest airport on the continent, is also a very green city and a strong supporter of ecologic sustainability. High standards in advanced technical developments go hand in hand with environmental efforts, supported by private and public enterprises like our co-sponsors: Generalkonsul BRUNO H. SCHUBERT web: www.frankfurt.de
	Climate change is the greatest environmental challenge we face as a global community. The entry into force of the Kyoto Protocol is a milestone in multilateral efforts to tackle climate change. Further action is needed - we must prevent the global temperature rising by more than 2°C compared to pre-industrial levels. Action is affordable, inaction is not. JÜRGEN TRITTIN Federal Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, Berlin, Germany web: www.bmu.de
	Germany's UN-city: a platform for sustainability. Bonn and its International Congress Centre host conferences on issues of global importance such as water, renewable energies, climate, desertification and food security. Central location and excellent infrastructure offer synergies to UN organisations, Federal ministries, NGOs, business and scientific communities. Superior quality of life and delightful surroundings create an attractive ambiance. BÄRBEL DIECKMANN Mayor of the UN City of Bonn web: www.bonn.de
	Region Skåne is the regional political organisation in the south of Sweden. Our regional development program aims for sustainable development – balance between economic, ecological and social considerations. In 2005 Region Skåne will be working with a range of stakeholders on a strategic program and model that will help different actors and sectors of society to move towards sustainability. KATARINA PELIN Head of dpt Planning and Environment Region Skåne web: www.skane.se
	The Swiss Commission for Research Partnerships (KFPE) is dedicated to promoting research partnerships between industrialised, developing and transition countries as an effective tool to contribute to achieving the Millennium Development Goals. The 11 principles developed by KFPE have been widely recognised worldwide. They ensure mutual learning processes and promote individual and institutional capacity building. JON-ANDRI LYS Executive Secretary KFPE c/o Swiss Scientific Academies Bern, Switzerland web: www.kfpe.ch
	J-POWER is a Japanese power generator and wholesaler with an installed capacity of 16 GW. It has been very active in mitigating climate change, through the promotion of clean coal technologies, renewables, and the Clean Development Mechanism. J-POWER is thus a model global company furthering Sustainable Development. YOSHIHIKO NAKAGAKI President J-POWER web: www.jpower.co.jp
	The Sultanate of Oman is fully committed to the basic principles adopted at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. This is in accordance with our belief that such principles constitute a solid framework of global partnership and collaboration towards environmental preservation and the conservation of natural resources. Ministry of Regional Municipalities, Environment and Water Resources (MRMEWR) Muscat, Sultanate of Oman web: www.mrmewr.gov.om
	The second largest European seaport, and an influential economic centre, Antwerp has scrupulous environmental policies which aim towards a sustainable quality of life. Year after year the city succeeds in further minimizing its waste. Antwerp has also adopted its own ‘Kyoto Plan', encouraging all stakeholders to reduce their energy consumption. City of Antwerp Belgium web: www.antwerpen.be web (EN): http://en.antwerpen.be