Solheim, who quit last year, suggests Inger Andersen from the International Union for Conservation of Nature is in pole position to take over at UNEP
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But weak enforcement means many environmental threats continue to escalate
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There are powerful reasons why the UK should host the COP26 Climate Summit in 2020, and they are worthy of consideration
Big brands including Burberry, H&M, and Hugo Boss unveil new vision for a greener fashion industry
A deal in Poland that draws a hard line between developed and developing countries may be unacceptable to future administrations - Democratic or Republican
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BusinessGreen takes a deep dive into the key opportunities and stumbling blocks that are set to shape next week's UN Climate Summit in Poland