UNEP chief urges China to do more on climate
As well as its number one position as a source of pollution, China is also the world's biggest investor in renewable energy such as solar and wind power.
Aug 09, 2017, 20:08 PM IST
Value of environmental crimes reaches $258 bn: UNEP report
Environmental crimes have surpassed illegal trade in small arms in terms of profits accrued and the sophistication of perpetrators.
Jun 05, 2016, 06:04 AM IST
Bollywood actress Jacqueline supports UN campaign against illegal wildlife trade
The '#WildforLife' campaign, launched Wednesday at the 2nd UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi, aims to mobilize millions of people to make commitments and take action to end the illegal trade in wildlife.
May 26, 2016, 11:01 AM IST
World facing 'grave environmental crisis', warns Pope Francis
Pope Francis said the world was facing a "grave environmental crisis" as he arrived in Kenya today on a landmark Africa trip just days before a crucial UN summit aimed at curbing climate change.
Nov 25, 2015, 23:13 PM IST
Rio 2016, UN Environmental Programme launch 'Green Passport' website, app
The Olympic organising committee in partnership with the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) launched a "Green Passport" on Thursday (October 15) to promote eco-tourism throughout the state of Rio de Janeiro during Games-time next year.
Oct 16, 2015, 08:36 AM IST
