The Global Fire Monitoring Center, in its function of Secretariat of the Global Wildland Fire Network (GWFN), the Wildland Fire Advisory Group (WFAG), the International Fire Aviation Working Group (WFAG) and Interim Secretariat of the International Wildfire Preparedness Mechanism (IWPM), provides tools for advising/supporting nations and the… Read More
The Environmental Experts Hub (EEHub) provides practical guidance to experts deploying for environmental emergency preparedness and response missions through the UN Environment / OCHA Joint Unit (JEU). On this page, you will find all the necessary information, guidance, tools and training materials in preparation for… Read More
The Environmental Emergencies Centre is a knowledge hub for experts working in the environmental and humanitarian fields. The Centre invites representatives from governments, communities, international organizations, the private sector and civil society organizations to strengthen their knowledge and skills for preparing and respondign to environmental emergencies. The website offers guidance, training,… Read More
EHA Connect is an online platform developed by the UN Environment/OCHA Joint Unit which works to strengthen the links between humanitarian and environmental spheres. The platform allows environmental actors to get involved in disaster management activities and provides an opportunity for humanitarian actors to mainstream environmental concerns… Read More
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Industrial Convention is a regional instrument aiming to protect people and the environment from industrial accidents. The Convention currently consists of 41 Parties and concentrates its efforts on assisting the members to prevent industrial accidents that can have transboundary effects. It helps… Read More
The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the leading humanitarian organization active in post-disaster and post-conflict relief and rehabilitation. It works to reduce vulnerabilities, strengthen resilience and foster a culture of peace and sustainability around the world. It does so by improving humanitarian standards,… Read More
The Environment and Humanitarian Action (EHA) Network was established in 2013 with the objective to mainstream environmental considerations in humanitarian action. The EHA network seeks to mitigate environmental impacts during humanitarian response and to promote environmentally responsible humanitarian programming. Network members jointly work to advance… Read More
