On World Environment Day, UN officials highlight need to ensure sustainability of resources – UN News

 

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UNITED NATIONS, 5 June 2012 –Marking World Environment Day, United Nations officials today highlighted the need for a change in thinking and approach to ensure the sustainability of the Earth’s resources as the world population grows.

UN chief appoints Amina Mohamed,Kenyan national as UNEP deputy executive director

Laaska News  May 14,2011

UNITED NATIONS, May 13 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-general Ban Ki- moon on Friday announced the appointment of Amina Mohamed, a Kenyan national, as assistant secretary-general and deputy executive director of the UN Environment Program (UNEP).

“Ms. Mohamed brings a wealth of experience to this