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UN Environment Programme

@UNEP

Official account of @UN Environment Programme. Updates on triple planetary crisis: climate change, nature & biodiversity loss, & chemicals, pollution & waste

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Jun 6
#WorldEnvironmentDay might be wrapping up, but the climate challenge isn’t. Neither is the growing movement of people, cities and countries taking action. This is just a glimpse of the action, ideas and momentum driving climate action around the 🌎. Let’s keep it going
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What’s the air like where you live? UNEP’s Pollution Action Note shows data on air quality, its health impacts and the actions countries are taking to #BeatAirPollution: unep.org/interactives/a…
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Every year, millions of people flock to the world's coral reefs to marvel at the diversity of marine life they support. But scuba diving and snorkelling trips can put pressure on these reefs. Discover some practical tips to help safeguard these underwater cities:
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Investing in #ClimateAction is good for the planet. It creates stability, security, and peace. See how UNEP’ is working with partners in helping countries integrate climate solutions with resilience and security efforts: unep.org/topics/disaste…
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Jul 16
Denim is one of the most iconic fabrics in fashion. It is also one of the most resource-intensive. But can denim be produced sustainably? Follow UNEP Goodwill Ambassador @ambervalletta to denim factories in Tunisia to see environmentally friendly manufacturing in action.
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Jul 16
From protecting forests and cutting methane to green jobs and cooler, more resilient cities - local action is driving global change. Stay up to date with climate action efforts from around the world here: unep.org/news-and-stori…
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Jul 16
More than 30 satellites track methane emissions from space. AI is helping turn that data into #ClimateAction. A new UNEP report shows AI is accelerating methane mitigation, with a climate benefit comparable to removing the annual emissions of almost 24 million gasoline-powered
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Jul 15
More than a decade after the Paris Agreement, greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, accelerating climate change. Humanity still has time to act #NowForClimate and curb these emissions. Here's how you can take action: unep.org/news-and-stori…
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Jul 15
Young people have the ideas and energy to build a sustainable world. With the right skills, they can create solutions that help both people and planet. This #YouthSkillsDay, find out how UNEP and its partners are helping young people gain green skills: unep.org/topics/youth-e…
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Jul 14
Today is #WorldChimpanzeeDay. Our closest relatives in the animal kingdom play a vital role in keeping forests alive, but habitat loss and trafficking are pushing these great apes closer to extinction. Protecting chimpanzees means protecting biodiversity #ForNature — and a part
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Jul 14
Critical energy transition minerals are essential for clean energy, and demand is expected to nearly triple by 2030. Today’s UN High-Level Meeting on Critical Energy Transition Minerals will explore their sustainable extraction and use. Latest UNEP updates on pollution action:
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Jul 14
More than 1 billion Africans walk or cycle every day. Yet many roads remain unsafe for those who use them. See how African cities are investing in cycling infrastructure to improve health, ease congestion and cut pollution. #NowForClimate: unep.org/news-and-stori…
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Jul 13
“In summer, I no longer have a schedule. I have heat windows.” In this personal reflection from Paris, UNEP’s Sophie Loran describes how extreme heat reshapes daily routines, from avoiding the metro at the hottest hours to seeking refuge in parks, museums and other cool spaces:
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Jul 13
Imagine a world with cleaner air, thriving ecosystems and resilient communities. Now imagine helping make it a reality. Explore our latest job opportunities and discover where your skills can make an impact for #ForPeopleForPlanet. unep.org/work-with-us