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05/07/2025

Old phones, fridges or laptops don’t just disappear when tossed.

The world generates 62 million tonnes of e-waste each year, enough to fill 1.5 million trucks.

New regulations, circular design and better recycling can help stop the toxic tide and : https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/electronic-waste-surges-countries-look-answers

04/07/2025

Lead is toxic, especially to children. Yet, it’s still found in paint, ceramics, cosmetics, and more.

Exposure can lead to irreversible brain damage, lower IQ, and heart disease.

Here’s how we can reduce the risks and : https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/many-everyday-items-are-filled-toxic-lead-here-how-change

04/07/2025

The Green Climate Fund has approved over USD 120 million in new funding to enhance climate resilience in Ghana, the Maldives, and Mauritania.

At the request of these countries, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is assisting in the development of projects designed to help vulnerable communities prepare for and adapt to the increasingly severe impacts of the .

The Green Climate Fund is the world’s largest climate fund, dedicated to supporting developing countries in achieving their National Climate Plans and pursuing low-emission, climate-resilient pathways: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/green-climate-fund-and-unep-boost-climate-adaptation-usd-120-million

03/07/2025

From Glasgow to Montreal, cities worldwide are embracing urban forest restoration.

As heatwaves and rising temperatures become more frequent, urban forests act as important allies in reducing their most severe impacts, helping to lower temperatures by 2 to 8 degrees Celsius.

03/07/2025

In 2025, the World Wildlife Treaty CITES celebrates 50 years of regulating global wildlife trade!

Reflect on its key milestones in ensuring sustainable, legal, & traceable international trade that does not threaten the survival of species in the wild: https://cites.org/eng/disc/what.php

02/07/2025

In the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, slash-and-burn agriculture is responsible for approximately 90% of forest fires. However, tracking greenhouse gas emissions to assess the impact of these fires has been challenging, hindering the country’s ability to achieve its climate goals.

Fortunately, the introduction of a new national greenhouse gas inventory management system now enables the government to create national climate plans based on systematic tracking of emissions.

Learn more about this UNEP-supported and Global Environment Facility - funded project: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/fires-blaze-laotian-officials-look-gauge-their-impact-climate-change

02/07/2025

As global temperatures continue to rise and heatwaves become more intense, it is increasingly important to stay cool. However, the world is caught in a harmful cycle: rising temperatures lead to increased demand for cooling, which in turn results in higher emissions that contribute to further warming.

Cooling systems, such as air conditioning and refrigeration, are essential for protecting people and their livelihoods from extreme heat. Unfortunately, these systems are often highly polluting and energy-intensive, significantly contributing to global emissions.

To combat this issue, countries must develop sustainable cooling solutions, such as creating more green spaces and implementing innovative urban design.

Learn more about how we can achieve this: https://coolcoalition.org/

01/07/2025

Millions of people already die each year from antimicrobial resistance (AMR) worldwide.

Pollution of the environment with antimicrobial-containing waste and runoff from manufacturing sites, farms, hospitals and other sources is a key driver in the development and spread of AMR.

To reduce AMR, the world must at the source: https://www.unep.org/topics/pollution-and-health/antimicrobial-resistance-amr/why-does-amr-matter

01/07/2025

This week, Europe is experiencing an extreme heat alert as temperatures reach record levels, resulting in school and workplace closures.

With the global average temperature now 1.2°C warmer than it was during the preindustrial era, the world is facing increasingly intense heat waves. These are largely driven by human-induced activities and the fossil fuel reliance contributing to the .

The negative impacts of heat are predictable and largely preventable through sustainable cooling methods that do not increase greenhouse gas emissions. By implementing solutions like creating green spaces and using energy-efficient air conditioners, we can enhance our resilience against rising temperatures

30/06/2025

Every year, some 9 million deaths are attributable to pollution, making it one of the biggest environmental health risks to humans.

Explore life-saving solutions to on our interactive page: https://www.unep.org/interactives/beat-pollution/ #

30/06/2025

Lakes sustain life.

From drinking water and food security to biodiversity, jobs, and climate resilience, lakes are essential to both people and the planet. But they are increasingly under pressure from pollution, overuse, habitat loss, and climate change.

If trends continue, the value of lake ecosystem services could drop by up to 20% by 2050, nutrient pollution may more than double, and methane emissions from lakes could rise, accelerating both environmental and economic costs.

Despite their vital role, lakes are often missing from national water policies.

Protecting and restoring lake ecosystems is critical for a stable, sustainable future: https://www.unep.org/interactives/wwqa/technical-highlights/lakes-and-water-quality

29/06/2025

🌴The tropics face mounting threats from climate change, deforestation, urbanization, and demographic shifts – and the stakes are high.

Biodiversity loss is much greater in the tropics than elsewhere, and nearly half of the region’s population lacks sufficient access to water.

🦜 is a reminder for and the urgent need to step up efforts to protect these rich ecosystems: https://www.un.org/en/observances/tropics-day

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