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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.
Washington, DC
Joined May 2009
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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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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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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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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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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#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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🚨 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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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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$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.
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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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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"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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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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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🗓️ COP 30 officially opens on Monday, November 10. Explore key events: https://t.co/DNLrh6nES2
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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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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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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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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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#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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Introducing the next generation of YC founders. They’re avatars. 👀 Deadline to apply: Nov 10 @ycombinator @brycent_ @garrytan @snowmaker
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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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