The World Environment Day
Celebrations

The WED Poster
On the occasion of commemorating the World Environment Day in Tokyo, which will be jointly organized by the United Nations Environment Programme and the Government of Japan, many events will be held throughout Japan, including a special award ceremony for the Global 500 Awards.

The UNU will also hold a series of events in cooperation with the Global Environment Information Centre (GEIC) between 2 and 13 June 1999. One of the activities for WED '99 will be the "United Nations University Open House" to be held on Friday, 4 June 1999, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This event aims to introduce the public to efforts of the UNU in tackling environmental issues, and to highlight the importance of environmental protection. In so doing, we also hope to promote a more friendly UNU public image.

World Environment Day '99
Activities and Events
"Harukaze" Spring Winds Live Music Salon
Date & Time: Friday & Saturday, 4 & 5 June 1999, 10:00~18:00
Location: United Nations University Grounds
Event: Environmental Music will be performed using the power of nature, a solar powered system. This will include a DJ booth, and live performances of traditional African drums from Guinea. Directed by Rainbow Echo.

Bicycle Expo
Date & Time: Friday & Saturday, 4 & 5 June 1999, 10:00~17:00
Location: United Nations University Grounds
Event: Take an uphill ride on an electric bicycle, or try a ride on some other interesting bicycles.

Environment Week Seminar Series
  • "Analysis of Characteristics and Environmental Impact of Fuel Oil released by 'Nakhodka'"
    Date: Wednesday, 2 June 1999, 18:00~20:00
    Location: Global Environment Information Centre (GEIC), United Nations University, 1st Floor
    Presenter: Dr. Yasuyuki Shibata, National Institute for Environmental Studies
    Sponsor: Preparatory Committee for Japan Environmental Disaster Information Center (JEDIC)
    Capacity: 50 persons

  • "The Media and Environmental Issues"
    Date: Thursday, 3 June 1999, 18:00~20:00
    Location: Global Environment Information Centre (GEIC), United Nations University, 1st Floor
    Presenter: Prof. Takeshi Hara, Mainichi Shimbun Newspaper
    Sponsor: Inter-University Environment Forum (IeF)
    Capacity: 50 persons

  • "Eco-labeling and LCA (Life Cycle Assessment)"
    Date: Friday, 4 June 1999, 18:00~20:00
    Location: Global Environment Information Centre (GEIC), United Nations University, 1st Floor
    Presenter: Prof. Monte Cassim (Ritsumeikan University)
    Sponsor: Global Environment Information Centre (GEIC)
    Capacity: 50 persons

  • "Symposium: Making a City of Bicycles: Rethinking our Transportation System"
    Date: Saturday, 5 June 1999, 14:30~16:30
    Location: Global Environment Information Centre (GEIC), United Nations University, 1st Floor
    Sponsor: CO2 Diet Club National Office
    Capacity: 70 persons
    Details: This symposium will be an opportunity for young persons, bicycle manufacturers, local gov't. employees, citizen groups and others to think about a new and environmentally friendly transportation system.

  • "Environmental Issues Leadership Training"
    Date: 12 June (Sat), 11:00 a.m. to 13 June (Sun) 7:00 p.m.
    Location: Institute for Global Environment Strategies (IGES), Shonan International Village
    Sponsor: Institute for Global Environment Strategies (IGES), Inter-University Environment Forum (IeF)
    Capacity: 25 persons
    Details: This is a two-day leadership training course for students sponsored focusing on environmental issues, held in cooperation with IGES.

  • NGO/NPO Global Bazaar and Displays
    Date & Time: Friday, 4 June 1999, 11:00~18:00
    Saturday, 5 June 1999, 10:00~17:00
    Location: United Nations University Grounds
    Event: A variety of natural goods and foods from around the world will be sold and NGO/NPO activities will be displayed.

United Nations University Open House
Date & Time: Friday, 4 June 1999, 9:30~17:30
Location: United Nations University Headquarters 2nd Fl., Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS), 1st Fl.

UNEP Environment Photo Contest Exhibit
Date & Time: Friday, 4 June 1999, 9:30~17:30
Location: United Nations University Headquarters 2nd Fl. and Grounds
World E n v i r o n m e n t Day
at the UNU Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS)
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For further information, or to register for the above event, please call [ 03-3407-8107 ]