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World Environment Council
AbbreviationWEC
Formation23 July 2021
FounderProf. Ganesh Prakash Channa
HeadquartersNew Delhi, India
Websitewww.wec.org.in

World Environment Council (WEC) is an environmental organisation based in New Delhi, India. The World Environment Council (WEC), non-profit organization committed to driving sustainable development, environmental education, and climate action across borders. Founded by Prof. Ganesh Channa, a renowned academician and environmentalist, WEC serves as a unifying platform for professionals, educators, institutions, and organizations dedicated to building a greener and more responsible world.[1]

History

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The World Environment Council was incorporated in Delhi on 23 July 2021 under the Ministry Corporate Affairs Government of India classify the entity as a non-government company registered with the Registrar of Companies, Delhi.[2]

The organisation's website identifies Prof. Ganesh Prakash Channa as its founder and president and describes its work as focusing on environmental sustainability, environmental education, climate change and sustainability-related capacity building.[3]

Activities

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WEC conducts environmental awareness and education programmes for schools, colleges and other groups. Its stated areas of activity include biodiversity conservation, renewable energy, water and ocean conservation, environmentally friendly products and environmental education.[4]

The organisation also operates training programmes relating to ESG and sustainability. Its courses include ESG sustainability reporting, ESG auditing, CDP environmental awareness and reporting, BRSR reporting, materiality assessment and greenhouse-gas emissions measurement and reporting.[5]

WEC states that its professional courses are independently developed training programmes for knowledge and skills development. The organisation also states that these certificates are not academic degrees, diplomas or government-recognised professional licences.[5]

International participation

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WEC has participated in international environmental discussions. In 2022, Prof. Ganesh Channa submitted material concerning ocean and environmental protection to the United Nations system.[6]

Prof. Ganesh Channa also delivered an input statement at UNOC3 on 11 June 2025 concerning marine governance and community participation in marine conservation.[7]

Awards and recognition programmes

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WEC operates environmental award programmes. Its website states that the Environment Civilian Awards recognise contributions to environmental conservation and sustainable development goals, with categories covering areas such as environmental science, sustainable agriculture, green technology, climate resilience, pollution control and waste management.[8]

Organisation

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The organisation's website lists Prof. Ganesh Channa as Founder and President. It also lists members of academic and corporate advisory bodies.[3]

Environmental education Environmental management Environmental, social, and governance Climate change Sustainable development

References

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  1. "World Environment Council". Zauba Corp.
  2. "World Environment Council: CIN U85300DL2021NPL384119". IndiaFilings.
  3. 1 2 "About the World Environment Council". World Environment Council.
  4. "Environment Protection Bank". World Environment Council.
  5. 1 2 "Certification Courses". World Environment Council.
  6. "Submission by Ganesh Channa, President, World Environment Council" (PDF). United Nations Sustainable Development.
  7. "Official Input Statement by Prof. Ganesh Prakash Channa" (PDF). United Nations Sustainable Development.
  8. "World Environment Council – Environment Award Ceremony". World Environment Council.

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