Honoring Dr. Klaus Töpfer: A Legacy of Vision and Leadership in Global Environmental Governance
With deep respect and profound sorrow, we mourn the passing of Dr. Klaus Töpfer, a towering figure in global environmental governance.
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Featured Activities
Documentary: Small States Beyond Plastics
Small states are those that punch above their weight. This documentary directed by Kylee Hendrie (Northeastern University) showcases the important role of small states in creating meaningful global change.
The UN is set to create a global plastics treaty to reduce plastic production and waste, an issue that disproportionately affects small states. This short film promotes the power that small states have in the wake of new multilateral environmental agreements and beyond. It emphasizes that when acting together, small states hold significant influence and power.
Our Mission
Change happens at the speed of relationships. We connect policymakers, academia, and communities to reimagine environmental multilateralism and co-create sustainable solutions through education, research, policy analysis, and global cooperation.
42 countries
convened
across
6 continents
4 online courses on multilateral environmental agreements
Connecting art and policy
Our Work
The Global Environmental Governance (GEG) Project is a global network of scholars working to produce and disseminate research at the intersection of science, policy, and society to inform and advance environmental governance at various levels, from local to international. Building on this foundation, we seek to bridge the gaps between research, policy, and practice by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and dialogue across disciplines. By engaging academics, policymakers, and communities, the GEG Project aims to address complex environmental challenges, support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals, and strengthen the implementation of multilateral environmental agreements.
Our Focus Areas
Youth Engagement
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