UNEP Medium Term Strategy 2018-2021

This strategy document establishes a comprehensive framework for international environmental action during the four-year period commencing in 2018, aligning with the broader global objectives for 2030. Its primary purpose is to provide an environmental perspective for sustainable development by addressing critical challenges like climate change, ecosystem degradation, and resource depletion. Methodologically, the plan employs results-based management and outcome mapping to create logical result chains across seven thematic subprogrammes. Key findings highlight that escalating resource consumption and rapid urbanisation are major drivers of environmental stress, necessitating a transition towards inclusive green economies. By providing normative leadership and evidence-based policy support, the document seeks to strengthen international governance and enhance scientific monitoring of the planet's health.