Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
April 2, 2015 — Seventy percent of forested lands remaining in the world are within a half mile of the forest edge, where encroaching urban, suburban or agricultural influences can cause any number of harmful effects, according to a new study involving scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Tuesday, May 27th, 2014
The United Nations Environment Program is responsible for assisting countries in the collection of environmental data for more informed development, improving their quality of life without compromising that of future generations. Jacqueline McGlade, formerly the executive director of the European Environment Agency for ten years, recently joined this group as Chief Scientist, bringing her passion
Friday, May 25th, 2012
The ‘GMES in Action’ conference will be held in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 4–5 June, highlighting the usefulness of Europe’s space programme for the GMES Global Monitoring for Environment and Security initiative to decision-makers and European citizens alike.
Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012
From UNEP’s contribution to the UN’s ‘International Year of Forests’ to the rapidly evolving analysis of how to catalyze a global transition towards a Green Economy, 2011 has proven to be a defining year for the environmental pillar of sustainable development as the world heads towards Rio+20 in June 2012. Read More
