17Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
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17Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
17Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
17Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
16Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
15Oct 2026
UNESCO
Water for Peace: 4th Biennale of Luanda to place water governance at
Organised by the Government of Angola, the African Union and UNESCO, the 4th Biennale of Luanda will focus on “Strengthening Water Governance in Africa as a Tool for Conflict Prevention, Mediation and
15Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
15Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
15Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
15Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
15Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
15Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
15Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
14Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
14Oct 2026
UNEP News & Stories
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
14Oct 2026
UNEP News & Stories
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
14Oct 2026
UNEP News & Stories
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
14Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
14Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
14Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
13Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
13Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
13Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
12Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
12Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
12Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
12Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
11Oct 2026
UNDP
Progress on peace, justice and inclusion dangerously off track – a new UN report calls for urgent action to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 16
Oslo / New York – A new UN global progress report on indicators under Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG16) released today shows that little or no progress has been made, with just seven years to go until…
11Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
11Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
11Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
11Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
10Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
10Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
10Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
10Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
09Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
09Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
09Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
09Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
08Oct 2026
UN News
‘Overshoot is not a reason to surrender’: UN calls for accelerated climate action ahead of COP31 summit
As world leaders prepare for November’s major COP31 climate summit in Türkiye, record-breaking heat, devastating floods and an unprecedented El Niño climate pattern are making global climate action ever more urgent.
08Oct 2026
United Nations News
UN rights chief: Legacy of slavery and colonialism is still fuelling racism
The legacy of enslavement and colonialism continues to shape the lives of Africans and people of African descent, UN human rights chief Volker Türk said on Thursday, calling for urgent action to deliver reparatory justice…
08Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
08Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
08Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
08Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
07Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
07Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
07Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
07Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
06Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
06Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
06Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
06Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
05Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
05Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
05Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
05Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
04Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
04Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
04Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
04Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
03Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
03Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
03Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
03Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
02Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
02Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
02Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
02Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
17Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
17Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
17Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
16Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
16Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
15Oct 2026
UNESCO
Water for Peace: 4th Biennale of Luanda to place water governance at
Organised by the Government of Angola, the African Union and UNESCO, the 4th Biennale of Luanda will focus on “Strengthening Water Governance in Africa as a Tool for Conflict Prevention, Mediation and
15Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
15Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
15Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
October infringements package: key decisions on energy
In the list of October infringements, there are 2 energy-related letters of formal notice and additional letters of formal notice, 5 reasoned opinions and 1 referral to the court of Justice.
15Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
15Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
15Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
15Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
15Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
15Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
14Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
14Oct 2026
UNEP News & Stories
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
14Oct 2026
UNEP News & Stories
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
14Oct 2026
UNEP News & Stories
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
14Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
14Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
October infringements package: key decisions on energy
In the list of October infringements, there are 2 energy-related letters of formal notice and additional letters of formal notice, 5 reasoned opinions and 1 referral to the court of Justice.
14Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
14Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
14Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
13Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
13Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
October infringements package: key decisions on energy
In the list of October infringements, there are 2 energy-related letters of formal notice and additional letters of formal notice, 5 reasoned opinions and 1 referral to the court of Justice.
13Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
13Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
13Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
12Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
12Oct 2026
UNDP
New SDG16 Report shows progress is possible but it remains too slow, uneven and fragile
Statement by Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General, and Director of UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, at the launch of the 4th Global Report on SDG 16: Peaceful, Just and Strong Institutions.
12Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
12Oct 2026
UNEP
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is an international partnership of 183 countries, international institutions, civil society organizations and the private sector that addresses global environmental issues.
