Satya S. Tripathi

Satya S. Tripathi

Former UN Assistant Secretary-General

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Professional Background

Satya S. Tripathi serves as Secretary-General of the Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet. With over 35 years of experience, he was Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the New York Office at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). He pioneered planet-centered development focusing on green technology, carbon finance, and impact investment. His philosophy centers on planet-centered development, with focus areas including green technology, carbon finance, and impact investment.

Areas of Expertise

International PolicyEnvironmental GovernanceGlobal CooperationClimate FinanceNatural Resource Management

Professional Experience

Secretary-General

Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet

2020 - Present

Leading global sustainability initiatives and environmental governance

Assistant Secretary-General

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

2015 - 2020

Head of the New York Office and environmental policy leadership

Key Achievements

  • Led Indonesia's REDD+ program
  • Led India's Sustainable Finance Facility
  • Led $7 billion post-disaster reconstruction in Aceh-Nias
  • Advised Liberia on resource policy
  • Participated in Cyprus peace negotiations

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