Countries at COP22 pledge to press ahead with implementation of Paris Agreement
In the Marrakech Action Proclamation, parties to the UNFCCC affirmed their commitment to the “full implementation” of the Paris Agreement.
‘We strive to lead,’ climate-vulnerable countries declare at COP22
More than 45 countries most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change pledged to pursue robust action towards implementation of the Paris Agreement.
Middle East and North Africa region taking action to combat climate change
Aware of their vulnerabilities to the impacts of climate change, countries in the MENA region have begun taking action to confront it.
Media advisory: Briefing at COP22 on upcoming UN Oceans conference
PGA, conference co-chairs and president to hold press briefing on June 2017 UN Conference to support the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14.
Secretary-General’s remarks to the High-Level COP22 Segment
"I call on developed countries to honour their commitment to mobilize climate finance," Mr. Ban said.
Secretary-General’s remarks to the press at COP22
"I will never cease, even after my retirement, to work with the United Nations and my colleagues, and world leaders to make sure that this climate change agreement is in full implementation," Ban said.
Private sector commits to further actions on sustainable energy
A new private sector-led initiative, the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance (REBA), was announced.
PHOTOS: COP22 Week 1 Highlights
Climate change progress requires thoughtful actions as well as creativity! Check out some behind-the-scenes photos from the UN climate conference in Marrakech.
Cities striving to play key role in implementing Paris Agreement
The Global Climate Action day on Cities and Human Settlements at COP22 showcased the potential of local action, focusing on resilience and building efficiency.
COP22 spotlights water as part of the climate change solution
“Water is one of the most impacted resources, but water also provides solutions to these challenges,” stressed the President of the World Water Council.
Civil society vital to drive momentum on Paris Agreement targets
Cities and NGOs have a crucial role to play in implementing the Paris Agreement on climate change, ‘Climate Champions’ Laurence Tubiana and Hakima El Haité said.
New initiatives on forest protection boost climate agenda
The global effort to protect and sustainably manage forests and deliver on climate change targets got a major boost at COP22, where several projects on protecting woodlands worldwide were announced.
Paris Climate Agreement to enter into force on 4 November
“This is a momentous occasion,” said UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon as the latest instruments of ratification were accepted in deposit. “What once seemed unthinkable, is now unstoppable.
Global conference sets health action agenda for the implementation of the Paris Agreement
Participants attending the Second Global Conference on Health and Climate proposed key actions for the implementation of the Paris Agreement to reduce health risks linked to climate change.
‘Spirit of Paris’ continues as governments get down to climate action implementation
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