The main activities in this core area are:
 

	Policy Analysis
	- DOE provides inputs to formulate environmental policy of the various sectors.
	- It also analyses various policies of the government and advises the government on modifications of any section of a policy where needed.
	Planning and Evaluation
	- DOE prepares a five-year annual development plan to fulfil central planning requirements
	- Periodical evaluation of progress of implementation of projects and the five-year plan.
	Programme Coordination
	- Coordination between projects and programmes is conducted to ensure effective project planning and implementation.
	Monitoring and evaluation
	- On-going monitoring and periodic evaluation and reporting on the progress of project implementation.