Former UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon was appointed President and Chair of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) last week. His appointment was agreed upon unanimously by the GGGI Assembly. In this new role, he will help lead the GGGI in its mission to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase access to sustainable resources and green jobs, and adapt to global climate change. During his tenure as UN Secretary general, Dr. Ban coordinated a number of sustainable development efforts, the best-known being the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Dr. Ban Ki-Moon was the 2016 recipient of our World Leader for Peace, Security, and Development Award. Read his acceptance message here. BGF, MDI, and AIWS are proud to work with leaders like Dr. Ban. Humanity is facing a number of challenges this century, whether it be ensuring that our children have access to clean water and air, or that new technology is utilized in responsible, controlled ways. The Artificial Intelligence World Society, Boston Global Forum, and Michael Dukakis Institute will continue to work with leaders like Dr. Ban to consider these challenges and more.