SF is partnering with Yale University and UNITAR to support the 2nd Global Conference on Environmental Governance and Democracy.

The conference will take place at Yale University, New Haven, USA from 17-19 September 2010 in the margins of the United Nations Millennium Development Goal Summit, 20-22 September, New York.

The 2nd Global Conference on Environmental Governance and Democracy will focus on the theme of Strengthening Institutions to Address Climate Change and Advance a Green Economy, the event will take stock of and examine the role of institutional structures and decision-making procedures in fostering (or impeding) low carbon and climate resilient development. Anticipated outcomes of the conference include a research agenda and enhanced knowledge sharing to better understand the openness, transparency, accountability and effectiveness of institutions engaged in action to address climate change and foster a green economy.

For more information please see the conference flyer