Strong Environmental Laws and Governance are paramount in protecting and restoring our planet and forging a Sustainable tomorrow.
Environmental Law and Governance stand as pillars in the journey towards sustainable development. Recognizing the intricate connections between the environment, social dynamics, and economic dimensions, UNEP is committed to supporting countries in developing and implementing integrated environmental policies. This commitment is anchored in the belief that robust legal and institutional frameworks are essential for achieving environmental goals within the
broader context of sustainable development, both globally and at the regional and national levels. Within the environmental subprogram, UNEP collaborates with governments, UN institutions, and Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs). This collaborative effort aims to foster cohesive decision-making, ensuring that actions on environmental issues are both effective and efficient. Join us in our mission to drive sustainable development through robust environmental law and governance.
UNEP is working across the UN system with the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA) and the multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs), in collaboration with the private sector and civil society organizations among other stakeholders, to meet international and national environmental commitments for sustainable development. More on UNEP partnerships.
The work of UNEP on Environmental Law and Governance is led by the Law Division.
