Learning Event summary
What would it take to move the sector toward more harmonised, inclusive, and effective governance?
Palm oil is one of the most widely used vegetable oils in the world. It is a critical economic driver, particularly for countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, which together account for nearly 85% of global palm oil production. Major importers such as India, China, and the European Union rely on it heavily for food, cosmetics, biofuels, and industrial use.
As global demand continues to rise, so does the importance of ensuring that palm oil production is governed responsibly, balancing trade and economic benefits with environmental sustainability and social equity.
In response, a variety of mandatory and voluntary standards have emerged to promote sustainable practices across the sector. These include: Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO), and Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO).
Join us for this 90-minute session, jointly organised with UNDP’s FACS Community, where research, certification, and palm oil experts will explore these standards and how they’re being implemented on the ground. In addition, the session will be an opportunity to examine the interplay between trade, regulation, market expectations, and producer realities.
