Sustainable land management practices help prevent land degradation and enable farm mechanization in Trongsa
UNDP-GEF-LDCF supported project comes to the rescue of water-scarce villages in Sergithang Gewog in Tsirang
"Whatever direction innovation in the public sector takes, it must have an articulated intent and be directed towards the full attainment of GNH and the efforts to narrow the gap," writes UNDP Bhutan Resident Representative in a blog on innovation journey in Bhutan.
Human Development Advances as Democracy Progresses in Bhutan
The National Human Development Report: Ten Years of Democracy in Bhutan by Bhutan’s Parliament and UNDP highlights positive development results during the ten years of democracy in the country. Bhutan’s growing democracy has helped advance development, with an independent judiciary, a vigorous parliamentary structure, an accountable and transparent government, and an emerging civil society, according to the Report.
Forging Stronger Partnerships for a Prosperous Bhutan
“The Round Table Meeting exemplifies the commitment made by the Royal Government of Bhutan to be a world leader in sustainable development, by pursuing the ambitious goal of Gross National Happiness and committing to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals,” said Mr. Steiner. “The UN family is excited to be a partner on this dynamic development journey that is dedicated to leaving no one behind.”
Keeping Bhutan Carbon Neutral
The Kingdom of Bhutan is carbon negative, sequestering more carbon dioxide than it emits. Despite recent economic growth and development causing its national emissions to rise, it has pledged to remain carbon neutral by ensuring the capacity of its carbon sinks through forest protection, as well as through setting out plans for its cities to pursue low carbon development pathways.
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About Bhutan
0.8 million
Population
70.6 years
Life Expectancy at Birth
86.9%
Renewable Energy Consumption
72.3%
Forest Area
