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United Nations Environment Programme
(UNEP)
ABOUT THE UNEP (BEGINNER)
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading environmental authority in the United Nations system. UNEP uses its expertise to strengthen environmental standards and practices while helping implement environmental obligations at the country, regional and global levels. UNEP’s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.
UNEP in Kenya
Kenya has one of the most dynamic economies in Africa, yet it is facing a number of pressing economic, environmental and social challenges. From climate change and natural resource depletion to high poverty rates and rising unemployment, the country is addressing these concerns through its commitment to a low-carbon and resource-efficient development pathway.
Kenya’s objective to build a green economy is reflected in its recent Medium-Term Development Plan (2013-2017) which endorsed the development of a national green economy strategy and explicitly focuses on green growth opportunities through renewable exploitation, carbon credits, clean production systems, and an integrated “Green Jobs Approach”.
Kenya | UNEP - UN Environment Programme
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