9. The role of the Kyoto Protocol in achieving sustainable energy use.

The Kyoto Protocol to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC)1 adopted in 1997 calls for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to be reduced by 2008-2012. The CO2 emissions reduction of 5.2% by developed countries and global emission reduction by 50%-60%, compared to 1990 levels, to be reached in the timeframe 2020-2050 is required by the Kyoto Protocol to prevent the climate change and to start to implement new Sustainable Energy policy for Sustainable Economy.

From 2020 onwards a wider Rational Use of Energy, demand side management policies, energy efficiency (demand and supply side), use of renewable energies (RE), hydrogen technologies and fuel cells, highly efficient “clean” technologies with strong policies and measures towards an “exit strategy to oil” are need to be provided. These are the important starting points to implement new Sustainable Energy policy for Sustainable Economy.

During the 1990s, however, global emissions of CO2 increased by almost 9% in spite of a decrease by almost 32% in the countries with economies in transition (EITs). The latter is due to the economic recession in these countries, and not as a result of determined GHG mitigation efforts. In most OECD countries, CO2 emissions have gone up since 1990, not down. The total emissions for all OECD countries increased by more than 10% from 1990 to 1999.

10. Ethical principles and standards of business and management of the organization.

Ethical principles of business and management of the organization are integrity, value and loyalty. From these principles our standards are established to (1) encourage adherence to  uncompromising ethical behavior, (2) increase awareness and acceptance of ethical conduct, and  (3) emphasize the role of ethics when formulating decisions STANDARDS 1. Perceived Impropriety. Prevent the intent and appearance of unethical or  compromising conduct in relationships, actions and communications. 2. Conflicts of Interest. Ensure that any personal, business or other activity does not  conflict with the lawful interests of your employer. 3. Issues of Influence. Avoid behaviors or actions that may negatively influence, or appear  to influence, supply management decisions. 4. Responsibilities to Your Employer. Uphold fiduciary and other responsibilities using reasonable care and granted authority to deliver value to your employer. 5. Supplier and Customer Relationships. Promote positive supplier and customer  relationships. 6. Sustainability and Social Responsibility. Champion social responsibility and  sustainability practices in supply management. 7. Confidential and Proprietary Information. Protect confidential and proprietary  information. 8. Reciprocity. Avoid improper reciprocal agreements.9. Applicable Laws, Regulations and Trade Agreements. Know and obey the letter and  spirit of laws, regulations and trade agreements applicable to supply management. 10. Professional Competence. Develop skills, expand knowledge and conduct business that  demonstrates competence and promotes the supply management profession.