The document discusses sustainable development in Moscow and areas that could be improved. It notes issues like deteriorating economic conditions, environmental degradation from pollution and waste, human rights violations, and corruption. Specific problems identified include the dominance of retail harming small business, overreliance on cars for transportation leading to emissions, lack of recycling programs, limited freedom of speech and assembly, and a large shadow market. Solutions proposed involve supporting small businesses, expanding public transit, implementing recycling, investing in legal education to promote rights and compliance, and enforcing laws against corruption. The author expresses a desire to see Moscow embrace sustainable development and hopes the IE Program will help them become a responsible leader to achieve this.