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The official account of the United Nations Foundation. We connect people, ideas, and resources to the UN to build a better world for all.

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@UN
United Nations
@UN
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On 24 October 1945, nations gathered in San Francisco as the UN Charter entered into force — creating a new organization dedicated to peace, prosperity, and human rights. Eight decades later, the ideals set out in the Charter remain as vital and relevant as ever.
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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The Baku to Belém Roadmap sets the stage for #COP30 to reshape adaptation finance for decades to come. But adaptation must be financed, fast, and fair — everywhere. The roadmap points firmly in that direction, as the climate conference is underway: https://t.co/ifkzMWozvK
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@Tesla
Tesla
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Model 3 and Model Y battery packs retain 85% of their capacity on average after 200K miles of driving We also offer an 8 years or 120,000 miles battery warranty, whichever comes first
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@UNEP
UN Environment Programme
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Launched at #COP30, the Global Cooling Watch 2025 shows how smarter, fairer, sustainable cooling can save lives, cut pollution, and help billions stay safe from extreme heat. More info: https://t.co/BMRCrlL6AI
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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Are you in Belém this week for #COP30? Come join us and @TEDCountdown! On the agenda: How intergenerational leadership in the Global South is creating a legacy for the future. Reserve your spot for Thursday, Nov. 13: https://t.co/dYCzSNeNHq cc: @OurFutureAgenda
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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#COP30 is the world's opportunity to fight the climate crisis together. @UNFCCC Executive Secretary @simonstiell reflected on the Paris Agreement's successes — and how much further we have to go. Follow along: https://t.co/IHkzOVaRrM
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@theDeepView
The Deep View
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🚨 BREAKING: MBZUAI just released PAN, a new world model that actually understands physics and cause-and-effect. Unlike video generation models that just render appearances, PAN maintains an internal representation of how the world works and can simulate agent interactions over
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@gatesfoundation
Gates Foundation
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Our $1.4 billion investment into agricultural innovation will help millions of smallholder farmers across Africa and South Asia build resilience and achieve lasting development gains using local, farmer-led solutions. Together, we can help build resilience, protect progress, and
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gatesfoundation.org
$1.4B investment expands access to evidence-backed tools to help farmers in some of the world’s poorest regions adapt and build more resilience to droughts, floods, heat waves.
@MSuzman
Mark Suzman
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Across Africa and South Asia, smallholder farmers—those who’ve contributed the least to climate change—are being hit hardest by its effects. Extreme weather is causing more food shortages, loss of income, and pushing more families into poverty. But tools like AI-powered weather
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@simonstiell
Simon Stiell
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The Paris Agreement is working to deliver real progress. But we must strive valiantly for more. Each action to build resilience helps save lives, strengthen communities and protect the global supply chains that every economy depends on. #COP30
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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"COP 30 could be remembered as the moment adaptation financing and implementation finally matched the scale of the challenge." With the global climate conference underway, leaders must act urgently for adaptation. https://t.co/2jlefdNbpZ
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climatechangenews.com
Adaptation needs more funding, indicators of progress toward agreed targets and high-level political attention at next month's UN climate summit in Brazil
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@antonioguterres
António Guterres
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10 years after its adoption, the Paris Agreement has helped shift global warming pathways away from a devastating 4–5°C future. Yet, the plans & policies on the table still lead to temperatures clearly above 2°C by the end of the century – an existential threat for millions. At
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@donwinslow
Don Winslow
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During the four years that Trump was not President (2020-2024) there were stories every day about how broke he was. When was the last time you heard that said since he became President again?
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@antonioguterres
António Guterres
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The fossil fuel age is ending & clean energy is rising. But we must go much faster & ensure all nations share the benefits. Let's turn climate necessity into development opportunity & make the transition to renewable energy fair, fast & final.
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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At #COP30, climate adaptation will take center stage. We reached out to our global community of experts to curate a calendar of adaptation-focused events happening in Belém. Download it here: https://t.co/ZNLnd4uK9Y #AdaptationForLife
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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Secretary-General @antonioguterres kicked off the Belém Summit with a clear message: #COP30 can be a turning point for the planet — if leaders choose to act with urgency. WATCH the full address: https://t.co/8PsKPxQlZk
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@UN_Spokesperson
UN Spokesperson
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Tropical forests breathe life into our planet. Yet they remain under relentless assault – treated as short-term profit, not long-term value - @antonioguterres’remarks at the launch of the Tropical Forest Forever Facility. 👇👇 https://t.co/T2tx0N4fu8
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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Food is at the heart of today's crises — from high costs to climate change. As leaders head to Belém for #COP30, food systems must be on the agenda. Director of Climate & Food at the UN Foundation @bruunlasse explains why for @wef. https://t.co/4oURJ3McJm
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weforum.org
Lasse Bruun from the United Nations Foundation argues that the global food system needs to be addressed at the COP30 climate talks.
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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🗓️ COP 30 officially opens on Monday, November 10. Explore key events: https://t.co/DNLrh6nES2
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@Allbridge_io
Allbridge
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✨ Meet ABR0 — the evolution of ABR token. Powered by @LayerZero_Core it enables new utility options within the Allbridge ecosystem and offers smoother cross-chain experience.
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@UNEP
UN Environment Programme
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New national climate plans have barely moved the needle on limiting global warming. Yet there is hope. According to UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report, accelerated adoption of renewable energy and falling costs mean we have the tools to cut emissions now: https://t.co/ILdsaqBCmz
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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Developing countries are facing a dangerous shortfall in climate adaptation finance. The solution: URGENT investment to close the gap. More in @UNEP's #AdaptationGap Report: https://t.co/glvgYsMbpX
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@antonioguterres
António Guterres
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The #SocialSummit2025 represents the world’s renewed commitment to place people, dignity & social justice at the heart of sustainable development. I call on leaders to continue delivering on the justice, peace & prosperity that every person, everywhere, deserves.
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@unfoundation
United Nations Foundation
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#COP30 events begin this week in Brazil. 🇧🇷 Find essentials for staying up to date on the climate conference: https://t.co/IHkzOVaRrM cc: @UNFCCC & @Cop30noBrasil
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@VariantMkt
Variant
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Introducing the next generation of YC founders. They’re avatars. 👀 Deadline to apply: Nov 10 @ycombinator @brycent_ @garrytan @snowmaker
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@UN
United Nations
@UN
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For 80 years, the United Nations has been a beacon of hope & stability. As humanity grapples with profound challenges & turmoil, @antonioguterres has stressed the enduring value of the UN’s work. “In this moment of crisis, the United Nations has never been more essential.”
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