By Barbara Gemmill, Maria Ivanova and Chee Yoke Ling, 2002 International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) This document argues that there are four key challenges for global environmental governance: the world's environmental challenges demand collective action on a global scale, yet the forum for developing such action is not yet strong and effective; the 'center of gravity' for environmental concerns is far weaker than other international regimes, notably those established for trade, health and labor; the current fragmented governance regime has negative impacts on information management; and disillusionment with the current global environmental regime and structures must be countered by commitments that build trust and legitimacy, and directly address issues of equity, trade and development. 7-21.pdf