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Official account of @UN Environment Programme. Updates on triple planetary crisis: climate change, nature & biodiversity loss, & chemicals, pollution & waste
Nairobi, Kenya
Joined May 2009
The #ClimateWeek2025 is ongoing this week in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. @UNFCCC Climate Weeks are held twice a year in different regions to work on connecting the international climate process to people’s real lives and to real economies:. Find out more:
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Air pollution costs countries up to 6.5% of GDP every year. The clock is ticking in the race for clean air, and there are no valid excuses to slow action. Organizing an event to mark Sunday’s #CleanAirDay?. Register it here:
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As the Global Transparency Forum 2025 kicks off this week from 3-5 Sept, discover why transparency matters for national #ClimateAction plans. #Together4Transparency.
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The #APENVFORUM brought together 300 delegates in Fiji to shape Asia-Pacific’s priorities ahead of #UNEA7. Key issues included climate action, circular economy, pollution and protection of oceans and biodiversity. More info:
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At UNEP, we have always felt a special link to our neighbour, Karura Forest. Let’s honor those who fought for it and protect it for current and future generations. A message from Executive Director @andersen_inger. ⬇.
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RT @UN_News_Centre: In a world increasingly shaped by climate extremes, @UNEP environmental experts are delivering a blunt warning: four ra….
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In a world increasingly shaped by climate extremes, environmental experts are delivering a blunt warning: four rapidly emerging threats could reshape life for millions unless urgent action is taken.
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Kelp forests.Mangroves.Seagrass meadows.Coral reefs. Blue ecosystems are lifelines for our planet. Yet, they face existential threats from climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution and waste. Discover why safeguarding these habitats is crucial #ForPeopleForPlanet:
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Every year, pollution kills millions and damages ecosystems across the globe. UNEP is working to change that. From reducing pesticide risks to tackling marine litter and toxic air, we are helping countries turn commitments into action and #BeatPollution:
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RT @UNEP_AsiaPac: 🌊📷 Over 300 delegates from 33 countries gathered in Fiji to tackle the triple planetary crisis at #APENVFORUM. Asia-P….
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Children & young people are hit hardest by climate change, putting their future at risk and making inequality worse. A new report urges governments to act & build climate resilience to prevent millions from falling into poverty by 2030. Via @UN_News_center:
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Nature is humanity’s lifeline. It is vital to human health, food, economies, and well-being. Yet nature is in crisis. Keep up with ongoing #ForNature efforts from UNEP and partners:
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Africa holds over 60% of the world’s best solar resources, but investors' concerns are slowing development. Initiatives like UNEP’s Seed Capital Assistance Facility help de-risk clean energy projects with small grants that unlock big change. Learn more ahead of #ACS2:
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While cutting carbon emissions remains essential, it’s no longer enough to stop the effects of climate change already unfolding. Join the push for #ClimateAction and adaptation by accessing the latest news and data:
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Rivers are damaged by pollution, overfishing and over-extraction of water for agriculture, industry and energy. The @UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration is an opportunity to make a difference for freshwater ecosystems: #GenerationRestoration
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