A crucial part of UN Environment’s work is advocating far and wide for people and planet. We seek to inform, inspire and enable positive action, and galvanise global leadership and promote partnerships. This page summarizes the global reach of our work, including engagements with Member States, businesses and civil society.
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I joined United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres in New Delhi to honour the 2018 Champion of the Earth Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The high-level event in Delhi was well attended with almost all of the country’s top leadership in…
I was in New York to attend a series of engagements hosted by UN Environment on the sidelines of the 73rd UN General Assembly. Several of these events represent critical elements of our programme of work including sustainable finance, pollution…
I’ve often said that there is no crisis we cannot innovate our way out of, and the environmental challenges we face are no exception. From tacking climate change to protecting biodiversity, and reducing pollution, the solution starts with innovation…
At the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, I attended the Beijing Summit of the China-Africa Cooperation Forum. The Summit, which brought together representatives from 53 countries in Africa, underscored the importance of a…
UN Environment has been engaging with both nations on the Korean peninsula and has offered its support on environmental matters. A UN Environment delegation visited Pyongyang in June and held discussions on environmental cooperation Following this…
At the High Level Political Forum in New York, countries around the world reported on progress to achieving sustainable development goals on clean water and sanitation; affordable and clean energy; sustainable cities; responsible consumption and…
Cambodia has witnessed steady and rapid economic growth over the past decade, amongst the highest in South east Asia. While economic development has improved the livelihoods of the people, the importance of considering environmental protection and…
My visits to the West Africa region focused on a number of environmental concerns facing the region including ecosystem restoration; coastal erosion; renewable energy promotion and plastic pollution. Importantly, it was also an opportunity to see…
I have just returned from India where we have concluded one of the most outstanding World Environment Day celebrations ever held. It was a pleasure to be with India’s Prime Minister Modi when he signed on to the Clean Seas Campaign. The Government…
The Chief Executive Board meeting of the United Nations in London was a refreshing change because absolutely no one had a speech! We discussed many issues, but in particular, innovation. The message is clear. It’s not about whether the world…
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