The hydro-vulnerability of Europe is governed by the institutions created to resolve transboundary water issues in a cooperative manner that attempts to prevent potential conflict.

Despite the central role oceans play in the economic, environmental and social affairs of the planet's 6.7 billion inhabitants, significant gaps exist in our understanding and management of the complex processes at work from the global climate system, to the water cycle and circulation of nutrients, to changes affecting marine habitats. In addition, the vastness of the world's oceans
have for far too long been perceived as impervious and indestructible to human impact.

This annual report is considered by many to be the most authoritative appraisal of clean energy investment trends. The 2009 edition is being released during one of the worst financial and economic crises for a generation. This year's Global Trends survey was never likely to show the kind of extraordinary growth in renewables that has underlined previous years. Nevertheless, investment in the sustainable energy market has in some ways defied the global recession growing by around five per cent.

This third annual edition of Climate Action focuses on some of the major issues for resolution in Copenhagen and the actors who can help to implement the solutions. Progress will require commitment and cooperation. Partnerships will be central, both in Copenhagen and beyond. This edition features a range of articles which include Human Impact, Policy, Business and Finance, Technology, Energy, Transport, Ecosystem Services, Built Environment and a Regional Focus on Canada.

The United Nations Environment Programme's flagship magazine for environmentally sustainable development.

The United Nations Environment Programme's flagship magazine for environmentally sustainable development.

The United Nations Environment Programme's flagship magazine for environmentally sustainable development.

The United Nations Environment Programme's flagship magazine for environmentally sustainable development.

The report, produced by UNEP's Sustainable Buildings and Climate Initiative (SBCI), a think tank and partnership between the United Nations and leading companies and organizations in the building sector, presents results from almost three years of research and collaboration with leading experts around the world.

This handbook was conceived as a practical tool to be used by decision- makers and practitioners in both tourism sector and ICZM (Integrated Coastal Zone Management).

“Vital GEO Graphics” is an electronic booklet that is based on GEO-4. This is one of many publications produced within the popular Vital Graphics series – an initiative started by UNEP/GRID-Arendal with the aim to promote communication of scientific findingsin accessible easily readable and environmentally friendly format.

The United Nations Environmental Management Group (EMG) launched Moving Towards a Climate Neutral UN: The UN system’s footprint and efforts to reduce it during the Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen.