This briefing note was published in September 2020 to coincide with the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The environment underlies each of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ...

A project backed by the Chilean government and UNEP is helping to revive the Cahuil wetland and kickstart economic growth.

As we celebrate World Wetlands Day 2025, (Sunday, February 2) under the theme “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future”, we recognize wetlands' critical role in sustaining biodiversity, human ...

Resultado de parceria entre o Programa da ONU para o Meio Ambiente, a Bridge for Billions, e o Instituto Legado de ...

Most ozone-depleting substances also contribute to global warming. By reining in these substances and protecting carbon sinks ...

From savannahs to forested highlands, the many ecosystems of Tanzania are being increasingly affected by climate change.

Biodiversity is the complex web that sustains all life, including human existence. Yet, this web is unravelling – 1 million ...

The United Nations observes designated days, weeks, years, and decades, each with a theme, or topic, as powerful tools for advocacy, awareness and action. The majority of observances have been ...

In Viet Nam, a seed capital assistance facility helps build a wind farm, which has reduced CO2 emissions and created jobs.