From building capacity in the field of environmental management to promoting awareness and consensus on global and African regional environmental issues, here is what you need to know about this week’s African Ministerial Conference on the Environment, #AMCEN, and & why it is a crucial multilateralism forum for people and the planet: https://lnkd.in/d8uuPkbG
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The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.
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Climate change is a significant issue impacting the world today, with additional particularly severe effects expected on future generations. In an interview with young leader and #GlobalGoals advocate Vee Kativhu, ahead of September’s Summit of the Future, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterresuterres emphasized that current challenges like climate change cannot be effectively addressed using outdated methods. He called for systemic reforms to ensure urgent climate action for the benefit of #OurCommonFuture. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/dd9jMqP2
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Around 2.4 billion people live in water-stressed countries. The climate crisis further exacerbates water scarcity and water-related hazards, such as floods and droughts, as rising temperatures disrupt precipitation patterns and the entire water cycle. Adopting foresight is crucial for identifying risks and implementing strategies to create a better future for all. This #WorldWaterWeek, check out the Global Foresight Report by UNEP and International Science Council for insights: https://lnkd.in/d8hv3GMj
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The life-cycle approach to plastic could save $4.5 trillion in social and environmental costs by 2040. Find out how this comprehensive strategy helps #BeatPlasticPollution and achieve a more sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/eC5EyW-A
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Air pollution is the biggest environmental health risk of our time. It also exacerbates the #ClimateCrisis, causes economic losses, and reduces agricultural productivity. #WorldCleanAirDay calls upon everyone from governments and corporations to civil society and individuals to Invest in #CleanAirNow. https://lnkd.in/d6au53C
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With 2024 set to be the hottest year on record, Denmark is ramping up its commitment to tackling the triple-planetary crisis “When you look at the three planetary crises, there’s not one that can be solved by just one country. We need to work together,” noted Danish environment minister, Magnus Heunicke. Through its international assistance programmes, Denmark is committed to helping the world’s developing countries adapt to climate change, leverage renewable energy, safeguard nature, rein in plastic pollution, and embrace more sustainable consumption habits, especially for textiles. Explore the country’s efforts here and join us in thanking them for their support to UNEP: https://lnkd.in/dFA7wupa #PartnersForPlanet
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Article 6 of the #ParisAgreement focuses on the development of carbon markets—places where countries, companies and individuals can trade what are known as greenhouse gas emissions credits. Our video explains it: https://lnkd.in/dQPqriMR
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The western Indian Ocean which supports some of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the world has come under mounting pressure from climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and waste. To counter these threats, the Nairobi Convention is developing a regional strategy to help countries reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and support communities as they adapt to climate change. Furthermore, the convention also promotes policy and institutional reform to foster sustainable resource management and ocean governance. Read more about these efforts here: https://lnkd.in/eGAFik6x
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After a 101-year ban and a major cleanup, Olympic triathletes swam in the waters of the Seine, proving that even the most polluted rivers can be revived. Around the world, the degradation of freshwater bodies lead to food insecurity, biodiversity loss, and climate disasters. But it’s not too late to act. A set of new UNEP reports provides key insights & data on global water quality, water management, and state of freshwater ecosystems: https://lnkd.in/dwT7Wu9t
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Delegates from the Latin America and the Caribbean region are meeting in Bogota, Colombia this week to deliberate on the next phase of emission reduction plans to limit global warming and increase #ClimateAction. NDCs 3.0 info: https://lnkd.in/dPneFMxd
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