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Official account of @UN Environment Programme. Updates on triple planetary crisis: climate change, nature & biodiversity loss, & chemicals, pollution & waste unep.org Nairobi, Kenya Joined May 2009-
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The "One Health" approach is crucial for achieving optimal health for people, animals, and our shared environment. Join @FAOLivestock in this webinar to explore a case study on work to eradicate rabies in Africa: ow.ly/AzpL50RnYVz
Ahead of #INC4, 160 financial institutions representing 15.5 USD trillion in combined assets asked policymakers to #BeatPlasticPollution. Their statement sends a strong signal for a historic #PlasticsTreaty. Read on: unepfi.org/news/160-finan…
In his last report to the @UN Human Rights Council, @SREnvironment David Boyd called for a rethink of business and economic models based on exploiting people and nature that have pushed humanity to the brink of disaster. #HRC55 story by @UNHumanRights⤵️ ohchr.org/en/stories/202…
As negotiations for a global #PlasticsTreaty continue this week in Ottawa, Canada, don't miss any updates. Follow the action with @IISD_ENB’s comprehensive coverage of #INC4. 🔗 enb.iisd.org/plastic-pollut…
To mark its 10th anniversary, @UNFCCC_CTCN released a report highlighting its work to foster climate resilience and innovation. The report showcases initiatives ranging from developing green building standards in Zimbabwe and much more: unep.org/news-and-stori…
They say it takes a village & we will need a global village to #BeatPlasticPollution. At #INC4 Partnerships Day hosted by @environmentca & @WWF, I outlined the elements I believe we can move forward at INC-4 to help deliver an ambitious #PlasticsTreaty. unep.org/news-and-stori…
Save the date! From 22-23 September, the @UN Summit of the Future is a key moment to put the humanity on a better path for #OurCommonFuture. un.org/en/summit-of-t…
#PlanetVsPlastics. That is a reality we will face unless we act. This year #EarthDay falls as #INC4 #PlasticsTreaty talks begin in Ottawa. We have a once in a lifetime opportunity to profoundly change our relationship with plastics. We cannot waste it.
The climate crisis isn’t just environmental—it directly impacts workplace safety. New @ilo report shows how climate extremes affect workers globally, from heatwaves to floods. It includes strategies for safeguarding health and safety at work: ilo.org/publications/e… #SafeDay2024
On #EarthDay, @WorldRugby launched a new initiative to minimize rugby's environmental impact, protect biodiversity, and empower global rugby communities to preserve nature. See details here: world.rugby/news/922346/gl…
The climate crisis is not a problem for someone else to solve in the future. It's an emergency that affects us all NOW, no matter where we are 🌍 It is only together that we can tackle climate change. Happy #MultilateralismDay
Your chance to be recognized as a World Restoration Flagship is here! If you know or are part of an initiative that is restoring nature, apply for the most prestigious #GenerationRestoration award by the @UN, by 31 May decadeonrestoration.org/nominate-un-wo…
On #MultilateralismDay, let's remember @UNEP Special Programme's key support to countries on their journey toward sound #chemicals & #waste management since 2015. Eligible countries can apply for funding now until 23 August 2024: unep.org/topics/chemica… #GlobalAgreements
"Everyone wants this deal," said @andersen_inger at the #INC4 opening, highlighting the ongoing negotiations for a legally binding #PlasticsTreaty aimed at freeing the world from the environmental burden of plastic pollution. Full remarks: unep.org/news-and-stori…
“Together, let’s make the next round of #ClimateAction plans count.” – @antonioguterres urges as @UNDP launches the next phase of their flagship climate initiative to help limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C. go.undp.org/ZZx
#ClimateChange is worsening food security. Join Wednesday’s launch of the 2024 Global Report on Food Crises #GRFC24 to learn more about this and other drivers and impacts of the worsening global food crises. Register here for the 2pm CEST ceremony: bit.ly/GRFC2024
The world wants - and needs - a #PlasticsTreaty. At #INC4 opening I stressed that now is the time for commitment, collaboration & ambition. In Ottawa we must make progress & set stage to secure an ambitious deal to #BeatPlasticPollution once & for all. unep.org/news-and-stori…
Halfway through the 2030 Agenda, progress towards #GlobalGoals has been too slow. UN 2.0 is a chance to investigate how data, digitalization, innovation, foresight, and more, can help regain momentum and hear from UNEP experts and others. Register here: un-two-zero-week.org
The triple planetary crisis is not just an environmental issue, it's a financial risk too. @UNEP_FI's new Risk Centre offers tools and learning opportunities for financial institutions: unepfi.org/risk-centre/
🔴 #INC4 begins with delegates from 176 countries at the opening plenary in #Ottawa. @UNEP will be #live here around 10:15 a.m. EST 👉 ow.ly/bQWZ50RmccJ #BeatPlasticPollution
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Renewable energy is key for a healthier planet and a better future for all. Now is the time for breakthrough #ClimateAction. The future thanks you. un.org/en/climatechan… #EarthDay
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🌎🌿 Canada is taking action to address #PlasticPollution on a global scale. Stay tuned as we host negotiations in #Ottawa from April 23-29 to develop a global agreement by the end of 2024 to #BeatPlasticPollution. #INC4 @UNEP
What if… …countries and communities had the funding that they needed to build #resilientsocieties? …we build a healthier, safer and more prosperous future for us all through #climateadaptation? Find out more about National Adaptation Plans (NAPs):
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Tropospheric ozone is a major component of smog. It worsens bronchitis, triggers asthma, causes irreversible lung damage & premature deaths, claiming around 1 million lives annually. Breathing should never be a risk to our health! Deliver on #MyHealthMyRight! #WorldHealthDay
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Excited to announce 7️⃣0️⃣ countries have joined the #GlobalCoolingPledge! 📜 Together, let's tackle this challenge. With more nations onboard, #SustainableCooling is now an imperative. Join us in implementing the commitments! ❄️ 💡coolcoalition.org/global-cooling…
Waste crime is a major threat to the environment and human health, while also undermining economic development. Joint report from @UNEP and @UNODC sheds light on how criminals exploit legal loopholes to financially benefit from illicit waste shipments. unodc.org/unodc/en/press…
What can a year of IDA do? 🌊Tackle climate risks ♀️ Close gender gaps 🌾Boost food security 📚Expand education access 👩🏽⚕️Improve health services 🛠️Create jobs ☀️Reduce poverty See how #IDAworks to produce meaningful results and impact➡ thedocs.worldbank.org/en/doc/ea62667… #IDA21
Around 8 to 10% of the planet’s GHG emissions come from the production of food that is ultimately squandered. From governments and businesses to consumers – everyone can play their part. Read the Food Waste Index Report 2024 on #ZeroWasteDay: unep.org/resources/publ…
Nothing in nature goes to waste. Waste pollution threatens well-being, hinders economic prosperity and aggravates the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution. Households, small businesses and public service providers generate…