Singapore to Host United Nations International Environmental Awards - Champions of the Earth
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) will host the award ceremony of its premier environmental award - Champions of the Earth - in Singapore for the first time in 2006, as well as for the next three years.

The Champions of the Earth award, a new international environment award established in 2004, is presented annually by the UNEP to outstanding environmental achievers and leaders. Award winners are selected from nominated individuals or groups who have made a significant and recognised contribution regionally and globally to the protection and sustainable management of the Earth’s environment and natural resources.

Singapore is regarded as a choice location for this eminent event, as it has become an outstanding model for other nations striving to achieve sustainable environmental development. At the same time, Singapore is also a premier destination for meetings and events, offering strong connectivity to global cities and top-notch conference facilities for dignitaries and leading personalities to converge, network and exchange ideas.

The awards will be presented in Singapore on 21 April 2006.