The OAS supports member states in the design and implementation of policies, and projects to integrate environmental priorities into poverty alleviation and socio-economic development goals. Actions are implemented at the hemispheric level, facilitating international meetings and conferences on key issues of sustainable development, as well as “on-the-ground” activities. The Organization carries out several mandates designed to protect biodiversity, strengthen environmental law, manage water resources, raise awareness on climate change, and promote sustainability, among others.
Department of Sustainable Development
Summit Mandates on Environment & Natural Resources Management and Climate Change: Consequences for the Environment
Integrated Water Resources Management
Energy and Climate Change Mitigation
Natural Hazards and Climate Change Adaptation
Biodiversity
Environmental Law, Policy and Good Governance