Students:National context
National state level context
Problems/barriers
- Lack of finance, political will, knowledge & interest
- Weak support for NGOs
- Economy based on industry only – inefficient
- Energy based on fossil fuels
- Negative picture of renewable resources
- Inefficient food supply system – EU agricultural subsidies are detriment to CZ ag.
Opportunities/solutions
- Lower corruption & use EU funds efficiently
- Civic activity & participation
- Educational programmes about SD, e.g. fair trade, organic growing, best technology available (BAT)
- Energy savings and smart grids
- Reduce, reuse & recycle
- Support regional production, local economy (employment), better management (waste, etc)
- Support for more environmentally friendly transport
- Investment for R&D into environmental friendly technology