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How is the health of our planet doing right now, and what does that mean for us? What indicators show the current state of global environmental health, and what policy priorities should address them? …

This note outlines key areas identified by UNEP regarding the environmental impact of Artificial intelligence (AI) across its lifecycle.

The United Nations Environment Assembly is the world’s highest-level decision-making body for matters related to the environment. It sets priorities for global environmental policies and international …

From protecting species to restoring the ozone layer, UNEP-facilitated international agreements have made global environmental action possible throughout the years.

Dec 23, 2025 · Over the course of 16 sessions, delegates exchanged ideas on strengthening environmental governance, from reforming the multilateral environmental architecture to aligning …

Jun 12, 2025 · Environmental impacts Since 2019, internet users worldwide have more than doubled, while global internet traffic has expanded to 5.5 billion people worldwide. Edge computing, which …

Jul 16, 2025 · UNEP promotes sound environmental governance – the rules, policies and institutions that shape how humans interact with the environment. By building robust governance systems, we …

Nov 13, 2025 · UNEP remains dedicated to promoting effective environmental and climate adjudication. UNEP’s Montevideo Environmental Law Programme is committed to developing and advancing the …

Apr 23, 2025 · UNEP supports Member States and stakeholders in shaping effective environmental policies by strengthening science-policy interfaces, enhancing policy coherence, and adapting to …