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unep, 24 days ago to random

Biodiversity is essential for survival, but it's rapidly declining due to human impact.

Everyone has a role in safeguarding the natural diversity upon which we all depend.

Discover how to be #PartOfThePlan on #BiodiversityDay and every day:
https://cbd.int/biodiversity-day/take-action/2024

unep, 1 month ago to random

The story of plastic has taken a dramatic turn from convenience to crisis. It's crucial to act now to prevent further damage to the planet.

As negotiations continue to develop a #PlasticsTreaty, watch a new video & see how everyone can make a difference to #BeatPlasticPollution: https://www.unep.org/beatpollution/beat-plastic-pollution/gameplan-it-is-time-to-beat-plastic-pollution

unep, 3 months ago to random

Both the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (#IPCC) and The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (@ipbes) agree: urgent, bold action is needed to fix humanity’s relationship with nature.

This month's Global Resources Outlook Report highlights the systemic shifts in energy, food, mobility, and urban planning that are essential to bend the trend for the well-being of all: https://www.unep.org/resources/Global-Resource-Outlook-2024

unep, 3 months ago to random

The current economic system hits women and marginalized groups the hardest, worsening poverty, inequality, and environmental damage.

On #WomensDay, UNEP joins UN Women in sharing this information about how climate change intensifies the care crisis for women: https://unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/unpacking-the-care-society-caring-for-people-and-the-planet

unep, 4 months ago to random

Wetlands cover around 6% of the Earth’s land surface & are vital for human health, food supply & livelihoods. Yet these unique ecosystems are vanishing three times faster than forests.

#WorldWetlandsDay: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/drive-protect-worlds-wetlands-gains-momentum

unep, 9 months ago to random

Wastewater is a growing health and environmental threat, accounting for almost as many planet warming emissions as the aviation industry. Yet, with the right policies, wastewater could be an invaluable resource, providing alternative energy to half a billion people, supplying over 10 times the water provided by current global desalination capacity and offsetting over 10 per cent of global fertilizer use.

New report: https://www.unep.org/resources/report/wastewater-turning-problem-solution