Since the beginning of this century, the world has witnessed more than 2,500 disasters and 40 major conflicts.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) operates globally to respond to natural disasters, industrial accidents, and human-induced crises. In the past two decades, the organization has supported dozens of crisis-affected countries and territories, including Afghanistan, Haiti, Iraq, and Sierra Leone.
UNEP provides innovative and efficient environmental solutions that help countries respond to crises and prepare for future emergencies. The organization also works to minimize the harmful effects of environmental degradation on human well-being.
The work on disasters and conflicts cuts across several key entities:
→ Disasters and Conflicts Branch
→ UNEP/OCHA Joint Environment Unit
→ Environment and Security Initiative
→ The Programme on Awareness and Preparedness for Emergencies on a Local Level
→ The Flexible Framework Initiative
→ Training Knowledge platform