Deadline- 7 May 2012.
United Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Launched an interactive e-learning course: Introduction to a Green Economy – Concepts, Principles and Applications Background.
The concept of a green economy is receiving increasing international attention, as countries explore new patterns of development that take into account economic, social and environmental sustainability considerations. “Green economy in the context of sustainable development and poverty eradication” will be one of the main themes of the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), June 2012.
In order to provide interested stakeholders from government, business, civil society and academia with an introduction to the green economy concept the United Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) are offering an interactive e-learning course.
Participants will learn about different concepts and facets of the green economy, as well as global, national and sector-specific challenges and opportunities to advance low-carbon, resource efficient and socially inclusive development. Additionally, participants will begin to develop basic skills for applying the green economy concept in a real world economic, policy and/or personal context.
A limited number of fellowships is available for participants from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and from non-profit organizations. Please contact the UNITAR Environmental Governance Programme for details about fellowships at envgov@unitar.org
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