UNEP entered into partnership with search engine giant Google to monitor impacts of human activity on global ecosystems by using sophisticated online tools.

UNEP or United Nations Environment Programme is the voice for the environment within the United Nations system.

• It was founded as result of United Nations Conference on Human Environment in June 1972.
• It is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. UNEP also has six regional offices and various country offices.

UNEP acts as catalyst, advocate, educator and facilitator to promote wise use and sustainable development of global environment. It works with wide range of partners, including UN entities, international organizations, national governments, non-governmental organizations, private sector and civil society.