The IMEDD is an international and independent research and information institute created by Virginie Lelarge in 2011 specialized in environment, sustainable development and climate change whose goal is to assist the countries and businesses in the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The IMEDD works in the United Nations, the European Commission, and the governments of four countries: Monaco, France, Italy and the U.S.A.

The IMEDD created the UNSDG18’s initiative during COP25 in Madrid, whose goal is to reinforce the other 17 points of the UN Sustainable Development Goals to help the countries reach the goals.

The IMEDD’s commitments for diversity, equality of chances and women’s empowerment.