UNEP AFFILIATION

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) was established in 1972 in response to the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment. Since then, UNEP has held headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and handles issues related to regional and global environmental policy and implementation. The prestigious Global 500 Award was presented by the UNEP delegation from 1987 to 2003.The Global 500 Environmental Forum remains an active UNEP affiliate and communicates regularly with its headquarters and regional offices.

Acheim Steiner, Former Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme, has written, “The Global 500 network represents a wealth of talent and wisdom which UNEP can and will continue to depend on. The Global 500 is a powerful and valuable tool for providing inspiration and leadership in caring for the environment.”

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