Pinned
Landmark decisions from #GEFCouncil71: $232.5 million approved for new projects and programs, and the $3.9 billion #GEF9 replenishment endorsed to support action through 2030.
thegef.org/newsroom/press… #GEFassembly2026
Global Environment Facility (GEF)
25.1K posts
Global Environment Facility (GEF)
@theGEF
The GEF is a family of funds working to address the planet’s most pressing environmental problems.
- Global Environment Facility (GEF) reposted
While pressures on public budgets are growing and geopolitical tensions rising, it can be tempting to see environmental finance as optional. It is not, says @theGEF Interim CEO Claude Gascon at #GEFAssembly2026 - A new global initiative will strengthen protection of ocean ecosystems through the Blue Nature Alliance. With $18.1M from @theGEF, this new project — implemented by @ConservationOrg — will support protection and improved management across 1.8B ha of ocean areas. #GEFassembly2026
- Global Environment Facility (GEF) reposted
Nature does not stop at borders, and neither should our response 🙌 This was the key message from last week’s #GEFassembly2026 side event, which explored how regional programmes can help countries respond more effectively to shared nature and climate challenges. The discussion
- Global Environment Facility (GEF) reposted
The Western and Central Pacific Ocean is now the only major ocean area where tuna are harvested sustainably. For 20 years, we have worked with @theGEF, @TunaFFA and partners across 14 Pacific island states to make this possible. go.undp.org/qtv
- Global Environment Facility (GEF) reposted
Coral reefs cover less than 1% of the ocean, but support over 25% of all life in it—the highest biodiversity of any ecosystem on the planet. On #WorldOceanDay, take a look at how communities supported by @UNDPMauritius @theGEF are protecting them: go.undp.org/qVm
- This #WorldOceansDay, @theGEF highlights how investing in oceans supports people and nature. 🌊 With $2.4B invested in 370+ ocean projects, GEF is helping countries implement the #BBNJ Agreement and protect marine ecosystems: thegef.org/newsroom/featu… #OceanAction
- 🇧🇩 #Bangladesh will receive new support to strengthen resilience in coastal communities and ecosystems. With $8.8M from @theGEF, this new project — implemented by @ConservationOrg — will support 43,050 people and improve management across coastal areas. #GEFassembly2026 #LDCF
- Global Environment Facility (GEF) reposted
The @AfDB_Group and @theGEF reaffirm partnership for Africa's future. Since becoming a GEF implementing agency in 2007, #AfDB has built a portfolio of $521M in GEF resources and mobilised $4.8B in co-financing. As we look back to #WorldEnvironmentDay marked annually on 5 June,
00:00 - This #WorldOceansDay, @theGEF highlights how investing in oceans supports people and nature. 🌊 With $2.4B invested in 370+ ocean projects, GEF is helping countries implement the #BBNJ Agreement and protect marine ecosystems: thegef.org/newsroom/featu… #OceanAction
- #WorldOceanDay is a call to transition toward sustainable fishing, restore marine biodiversity, and build better, eco-friendly relationships with our oceans. @theGEF @UNDP @TunaFFA are two steps ahead: undp-nature.exposure.co/the-power-of-t…
- 🇨🇩 The Democratic Republic of Congo will receive new support for agriculture and rural livelihoods. With $9M from @theGEF, this new project — implemented by @IFAD — will support 200,000 people and strengthen sustainable land management. #GEFCouncil71 #GEFassembly2026 #LCDF
- With $3.9B pledged to #GEF9, partners and leaders are already looking ahead. Watch the statement by @MonikaStankiew3, Executive Secretary of the Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataMEA 👇 Learn more: wrld.bg/GNaQ50Z5r1E #GEF9replenishment #GEFassembly2026
00:00
