The World Business Council Sustainable Development (WBCSD) is a global association of some 200 companies united by a shared commitment to sustainable development.

The Council provides a platform for companies to explore sustainable development, share knowledge, experiences and best practices, and to advocate business positions on these issues in a variety of forums, working with governments, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations.

Members are drawn from more than 35 countries and 20 major industrial sectors. The Council also benefits from a global network of about 55 national and regional business councils and regional partners.

StatoilHydro is a council member of the WBCSD.