Definitions for "United Nations Environment Programme"
Through the UNEP DTIE OzonAction Programme, UNEP is one of the Multilateral Fund's implementing agencies.
(UNEP): the UN agency with a mission “to provide leadership and encourage 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.
UNEP facilitates and conducts assessments, the development of guidelines, and other activities in support of the Convention. It is based in Nairobi and administers the Convention's Secretariat. It is also an Implementing Agency of the GEF.