INFORSE is a worldwide network consisting of 140 Non Governmental Organisations working in about 60 countries to promote sustainable energy and social development.
The Network was established in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 to secure follow-up in the political decision sat the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED).
INFORSE is actively engaged in international awareness rising. INFORSE follows and influences sustainable energy issues in international negotiations and is accredited to the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 1998, and United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) since 2002.
As observer, INFORSE has been involved in participating at UN conferences. INFORSE also has organised side events and exhibitions at many of these conferences.
Vision
A world where energy services that are necessary for a just and human centered development, are provided in a sustainable way using renewable energy.
Mission
INFORSE is a global network of independent non-governmental organisations working for sustainable energy solutions to reduce poverty and protect the environment.
Aims
– To raise awareness and provide advocacy
– To build up capacity at local, national and international level
– To work for institutional reform
– To support research and development
For more information:
– INFORSE CHARTER (pdf) in English