UNEA-7 will be preceded by the seventh meeting of the Open-ended Committee of Permanent Representatives (OECPR-7) which will be held from 1 to 5 December 2025.

The United Nations Environment Assembly is the world’s highest-level decision-making body for matters related to the environment. It sets priorities for global environmental policies and international environmental law. Understanding these challenges and preserving and rehabilitating our environment is at the heart of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

About the theme: “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet”

A year ahead of UNEA-7, the UNEA Bureau, at a joint meeting of the Bureaux of UNEA and the Commnittee of Permanent Representatives (CPR), defined the UNEA-7 theme, “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet," after broad consultations with Member States and observers, including the major groups and stakeholders, led by the UNEA Presidency.  

The theme sends a strong message to accelerate sustainable solutions and effective responses for a safer and more resilient planet. 

This theme recognizes that striving for a world that is just, equitable and inclusive hinges on advancing sustainable development, promoting sustained and inclusive economic growth, social development and environmental protection to benefit all, as recognized in the “Future We Want.” 

Thus, a resilient planet is one where healthy ecosystems are prioritized; where resource intensity is reduced and efficiency is enhanced; where consumption and production demands are reoriented towards sustainability; and where new technologies and practices can sustainably anticipate and prevent environmental risks. To be successful and truly catalyze the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, all of these conditions must be underpinned by effective and inclusive environmental governance and respect for the human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment.

Read the announcement letter on the theme of UNEA-7: Communications from the UNEA-7 President

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