27 April 2021
The German Chairmanship of the Committee of Ministers, in cooperation with the Steering Committee for Human Rights, held a high-level online workshop on the topic “Environment, Human Rights and Business: a framework for addressing environmental protection challenges”.
The workshop stimulated a dialogue on possible actions by the Council of Europe, including possibilities for standard-setting work and higher engagement with private business actors, to support an enhanced understanding and full protection of human rights and the environment by businesses.