United Nations Environment Programme
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.
UNEP work encompasses:
- Assessing global, regional and national environmental conditions and trends
- Developing international and national environmental instruments
- Strengthening institutions for the wise management of the environment
Mission
"To provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations."
News 2
Preparing the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework
18 February 2021
Managing Marine World Heritage: Our Crown Jewels of the Ocean
17 October 2013
Events 2
Second global World Heritage marine site managers meeting
18 Oct 2013 - 20 Oct 2013
The World Migratory Bird Day 2013
11 May 2013 - 12 May 2013
Website
www.unep.org/