What is World Environment Day and why we celebrate it on the 5th June

What is World Environment Day and why we celebrate it on the 5th June

World Environment Day was established in 1972 during the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment, which led to the creation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Its aim is “encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environment”. Since its inception, WED has developed into a global platform for raising awareness and taking action,

A Google Earth for monitoring climate change. Free and accessible to all

A Google Earth for monitoring climate change. Free and accessible to all

The connection between digital technology and satellite imagery is revolutionising the way natural resources can be used, including monitoring deforestation and desertification. As countries strive to reduce their carbon footprint by limiting deforestation, it is important they have the right tools. These must be transparent, consistent over time and suitable. To help these countries, the Food