Clean Capital – Beijing¡¯s bold moves to #BeatAirPollution
In only 5 years annual fine particle levels in Beijing's air fell by 35%. What were the key steps for this success?
Chile will be the host of the world¡¯s most important climate change event, bringing together 196 countries, the European Union, and various environmental organizations. It is hoped that the event will achieve tougher and more ambitious commitments to protection of the planet.
Green economy could create 24 million new jobs
A shift to a greener economy could create 24 million new jobs globally by 2030 if the right policies are put in place, says the International Labour Organization (ILO).
The New York Yankees baseball organization has made a strong play for a sustainable future by signing the UN Sports for Climate Action Framework.
Experts, leaders agree on key ways to mobilise accelerated action for climate, sustainable development
Press release Participants at Copenhagen conference say strengthened relationship [...]
Africa Climate Week ends with calls for investments to tackle climate change
The ability of African countries to deliver on, and increase, their Nationally Determined Contributions depends on adequate investment, according to participants attending Africa Climate Week, which took place in Accra, Ghana from 18 to 22 March.
Earth Hour 2019
To signal the United Nations¡¯ continued support for climate action, the Organization will participate in Earth Hour, a global lights-off event coordinated by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and other volunteer organizations, on Saturday, 30 March from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. local time.
Global conference aims to link climate action, sustainable development agendas more closely
Media Advisory | 28 March 2019 Experts, leaders gather in [...]
State of the Climate in 2018 shows accelerating climate change impacts: Report
The physical signs and socio-economic impacts of climate change [...]
UN launches drive to highlight environmental cost of staying fashionable
It takes around 7,500 litres of water to make a single pair of jeans, equivalent to the amount of water the average person drinks over a period of seven years. That¡¯s just one of the many startling facts to emerge from recent environmental research, which show that the cost of staying fashionable is a lot more than just the price tag.
Africa Climate Week formally closed today, concluding a five-day programme of events in Accra ¨C all of which have been hosted by the Government of the Republic of Ghana in the city¡¯s International Conference Center.
Starting 18 March, over 2,500 delegates are gathering in Accra, Ghana, for Africa Climate Week. Ministers, policymakers, and non-Party stakeholders ¡ª from businesses to NGOs and from financial institutions to cities and academia ¡ª will discuss ways to advance climate action.
Air Pollution – Deadly Effects on Life
Air Pollution hurts the planet with increasingly deadly effects on life, the United Nations Environment warns, calling on countries to take measures to usher in a greener, cleaner and more sustainable future.
Schools in Germany try new dishes to promote sustainable diets
School lunches in Germany are changing. From traditional meat-heavy meals, students are being served a more expansive selection of vegetarian options. The idea is simple: getting kids eat healthier and more sustainable meals while reducing carbon footprints of the schools¡¯ food services.
International Day of Forests 2019: Forests and Education
Learning to understand our forests and providing children with a foundation to better understand their importance is a critical step to safeguarding natural resources for future generations.
Financing for Climate-Friendly Investment in Rwanda
Facing the increasing impacts of climate change, Rwanda stands as one of the first countries to establish a national environment and climate change investment funds in Africa¡ªthe Rwanda Green Fund¡ªwhich has already invested more than $40 million in sustainable wealth creation and poverty reduction.
Milestone Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action Launched
The global fashion sector on Monday (10 Dec) significantly increased momentum to address climate change by launching the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action. Under the auspices of UN Climate Change, leading fashion brands, retailers, supplier organizations, and others, including a major shipping company, have agreed to collectively address the climate impact of the fashion sector across its entire value chain.
Climate Action Campaign Launched by the United Nations
The renowned broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has announced the United Nations¡¯ launch of a new campaign enabling individuals the world over to unite in actions to battle climate change.
Goal of the Month | Exclusive Interview with Patricia Espinosa, Executive Secretary of UNFCCC
Patricia Espinosa was appointed the Executive Secretary of [...]
The Impacts of Global Warming of 1.5 ¡ãC – IPCC Special Report
An IPCC special report on the impacts of global warming of 1.5 ¡ãC above pre-industrial levels and related global greenhouse gas emission pathways, in the context of strengthening the global response to the threat of climate change, sustainable development, and efforts to eradicate poverty.