A 17-year-old girl, Khushi Chindaliya has been appointed as Regional Ambassador for India by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)- Tunza Eco-Generation. In her new role, Khusi will raise awareness about climate change and the importance of environmental conservation and the need to safeguard environmental treasures. She will work with the TEG on various environmental awareness programmes till February 2021.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams
- UNEP Headquarters location: Nairobi, Kenya.
- UNEP Head: Inger Andersen.
- UNEP Founded: 5 June 1972.