UNEP United Nations Environment Programme [to 23 May 2015]

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UNEP United Nations Environment Programme [to 23 May 2015]
http://www.unep.org/newscentre/?doctypeID=1

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Selected Press Releases
On Climate Finance Day: New UN Report Lays Out Financial Reforms Needed to Harness Multi-Trillion Investments towards Insulating Countries, Communities from Climate Shocks and Build Market Resilience
‘The Coming Financial Climate’ report by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) identifies measures that cover risk, capital mobilization, transparency and a shift in the financial culture to make climate security an integral part of a sustainable financial system.
22/05/2015

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New Report Outlines Strategies to Increase Funding for Black Carbon Reduction
Rapid implementation of measures to reduce black carbon in a range of sectors would deliver multiple benefits and near term results in health, climate and other areas
21/05/2015

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Crime Fighters Recognized for Tackling Illegal Trade in Wildlife, Chemicals and Waste
Environment crime undermines sustainable development. It is not only a threat to species, to habitats and to ecosystems, but also to human health, livelihoods and national economies
21/05/2015

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Efficient Resource Use Key to New Industrial Revolution in Asia Pacific, report says
High Potential for Low-Carbon and Resource-Efficient Growth
19/05/2015

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Countries Move Forward on Important Issues for Sustainable Management of Chemicals and Waste
Key decisions adopted at the meeting include the listing of four new chemicals under the Stockholm and Rotterdam Conventions.
18/05/2015

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UN Report Outlines Ways to Achieve Clean, Sustainable Off-Grid Lighting for Africa
New Publication Highlights Effective Policies to Accelerate Cost-Effective, Healthy Solutions.
18/05/2015