The aim of this publication is to promote the use of economic instruments for environmental protection, by providing in-depth analysis, a comprehensive assessment, and a policy proposal for the utilization of economic instruments for others wishing to introduce economic instruments.

The report researches the trade and environmental effects of ecolabels through a literature review and includes five case studies of specific labels. It reveals data limitation of identifying these effects and sets out further research and multistakeholder exchange that is required to support design and application of ecolables which support sustainable development. The interaction between trade and environmental policies, and public policies and market forces are examined in some depth.

The application of structural adjustment policies in Argentina in the 1990s had a series of strong impacts on the economic structure of the country. The positive impacts caused by structural changes created conditions that encourage growth in the fisheries sector. This report addresses several issues, such as the social, economic and environmental impacts of trade liberalization in the fisheries sector in Argentina in the 1990s