Guiding principles

An independent and inclusive approach, mobilizing the right expertise:

  • Involvement of recognized global stakeholders;
  • Geographical representativeness;
  • Involvement of key expert organisation;
  • Open and public consultation on each draft version;

Envisaged functions

Large and transparent involvement of stakeholders

  • Steering of the initiative by an independent decision-making body (e.g. board of directors)
  • Technical & scientific validation of decisions and alignment with existing frameworks & initiatives (e.g. via a sounding board)
  • A circle of active stakeholders consulted prior to public consultations (e.g. via a consulting group)

Support by corporates

  • Financial contributors
  • Promoters

Supported by a secretariat