About UNEP
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.Activities by UNEP
Using Machine Learning to Make Government Spending Greener
Africa ZambiaHaitiDemocratic Republic of the CongoSolomon IslandsLiberiaMadagaskarThis exploratory research venture between UNEP and UNCTAD shows how machine learning models can help policymakers and researchers design data-driven policies that efficiently and effectively allocate government resources to maximize inclusive and sustainable prosperity and development.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAI Tools/SolutionsToolkit on Digital Transformation for People-Oriented Cities and Communities
Global Not ApplicableA comprehensive guide designed to help cities and communities leverage digital technologies for sustainable development. The toolkit, developed with 13 UN entities, provides practical strategies and tools through 12 modules covering topics from governance to smart manufacturing.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyCounter Measures II Project
Asia and the Pacific Mekong and Ganges RiversThis project works with communities along Asian rivers to map where and how plastic waste is entering the waterways. It uses citizen science alongside drone imaging, machine learning, and GIS algorithms to identify plastic waste hotspots to help find how plastic is leaking into rivers.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAI Tools/SolutionsIdentifying the potential applications of Artificial Intelligence for Disaster Management
Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean EthiopiaHaitiIndiaIndonesiaUgandaThis project is aimed at the current state of play on the applications of 4IR technologies for disaster management and identifies opportunities and partners to promote these technologies for environmental emergency response in the future. The project includes conducting a comprehensive literature review, identifying research and technology partners, and preparing a training program on the potential applications of 4IR technologies.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsNetworks/Mentorship/Exchange