United Nations (UNEP

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Environment Programme (UNEP) About

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Graduate Opportunities Graduates are also offered the opportunity to apply for Their mission is to provide leadership and encourage the aforementioned internship programs. 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. Fun Fact / Recent Project Move Towards A Greener Economy Launched at the UNEP FI’s Global Roundtable 2020, a report called Financing Circularity: Demystifying What kind of work? The UNEP categorizes its work into seven broad thematic areas: climate change, disasters and conflicts, ecosystem Finance for the Circular Economy outlines how financial institutions can help redesign global economies by changing the way we consume and produce. management, environmental governance, chemicals and waste, resource efficiency, and environment under review. In all of their work, they maintain our overarching commitment to sustainability. The move to circular economies could generate USD 4.5 trillion in annual economic output by 2030 while helping to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, protect the health of our ecosystems and enable They work closely with Member States as well as representatives from civil society, businesses, and other Major Groups and Stakeholders. They are always looking for new ways to leverage partnerships to drive sustainable development. sustainable recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Banks, insurers and investors can play a critical role by providing businesses with financial products that contribute to the circular economy, conserve natural resources and avoid or reduce waste. Financial institutions currently lack awareness Location Kenya (Headquaters) of circularity as well as the expertise, products and services to harness business opportunities.

Student Opportunities

The following internship programs are offered: - Environment Affairs Intern - Programme Support Intern - Enterprise Risk Management Intern

These internships can last several months, may require a full-time committment and may be unpaid.

More info: https://www.unenvironment.org/work-with-us