Synthesis of global environmental assessments (2008)

This report published by the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency provides further insights, derived from four global assessments, into the areas of environment and sustainable development, which were published in 2007 and 2008: Global Environment Outlook 4, IPCC Fourth Assessment Report, Environmental Outlook to 2030  OECD and International Assessment of Agricultural Science and Technology for Development. Mark van Wees was author of the energy and climate chapter.

Workshop Climate and Development (2008)

CAP SD supported the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency in organising a high-level workshop on the relation between climate and development: "Integrated Development and Climate policies: how to realise benefits at national and international level?"

Sustainability strategy at ING Real Estate (2008)

In cooperation with Ecofys Netherlands, Mark van Wees advised ING Real Estate on its sustainability strategy, covering the 3 business operations: Development, Management and Financing. A strategy document was drafted and adopted.

Carbon Strategy Philips (2007)

In cooperation with Ecofys, CAP SD advised Philips Electronics on its global carbon management strategy. The integration of Philips' ongoing energy efficiency and sustainability activities into a overall carbon strategy was addressed.

Climate neutral strategy SMEs (2008-2009)

As contractor to Ecofys, CAP SD supported SMEs and industries in calculation their carbon footprint and in the strategy to reduce.

Implementation of the National Sustainable Development Strategy in Serbia (ongoing)

Mark van Wees advises the Serbian Government on the implementation of its Action Plan on Sustainable Development with focus on the energy sector. Client: RIVM. See the national website on the Strategy.  

Ecotourism in Madagascar

As member of the Board of Foundation Friends of Toamasina, Mark van Wees supports the development of responsible ecotourism in the east of Madagascar. The project has been elected as one of five best African projects by NCDO.