
The Secretary-General weighs in on the state of the planet
On 2 December at Columbia University, the UN Secretary-General delivered a landmark speech on the state of the planet, setting the stage for dramatically scaled-up ambition on climate change over the coming year. See more.

The Secretary-General weighs in on the state of the planet
On 2 December at Columbia University, the UN Secretary-General delivered a landmark speech on the state of the planet, setting the stage for dramatically scaled-up ambition on climate change over the coming year. See more.

The Secretary-General weighs in on the state of the planet
On 2 December at Columbia University, the UN Secretary-General delivered a landmark speech on the state of the planet, setting the stage for dramatically scaled-up ambition on climate change over the coming year. See more.

The Secretary-General weighs in on the state of the planet
On 2 December at Columbia University, the UN Secretary-General delivered a landmark speech on the state of the planet, setting the stage for dramatically scaled-up ambition on climate change over the coming year. See more.

Investors know: green is smart
Just a decade ago, the world’s largest public company was an oil giant. Now a renewable energy company has surpassed it in value. Investors are piling into clean energy and other green companies because they know climate action is increasingly profitable and key to a sustainable future. For a take by the head of the UN Global Compact, see Why it is smart to invest in the planet.

We’ve hit a million!
Climate actions that is, by individuals signing on to the ActNow campaign. People everywhere are starting with 10 simple steps to solve the climate crisis. Change a habit. Make a new choice. Check out the campaign to learn what you can do, because the future is in your hands. And for kids, don’t miss the Climate Action Super Heroes.

Education is key to addressing climate change
The UNFCC assigns responsibility to Parties of the Convention to undertake educational and public awareness campaigns on climate change.

Education is key to addressing climate change
The UNFCC assigns responsibility to Parties of the Convention to undertake educational and public awareness campaigns on climate change.

Generating power
According to UN Habitat, cities consume 78 per cent of the world’s energy and produce more than 60 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions.

Generating power
According to UN Habitat, cities consume 78 per cent of the world’s energy and produce more than 60 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions.

Green Jobs: the only way to go
According to an International Labor Organization (ILO) report, 24 million new jobs will be created globally by 2030. Doing so will also enable millions of people to overcome poverty and enjoy improved livelihoods.

Green Jobs: the only way to go
According to an International Labor Organization (ILO) report, 24 million new jobs will be created globally by 2030. Doing so will also enable millions of people to overcome poverty and enjoy improved livelihoods.

Early Warning Systems
Early warning system is an adaptive measure for climate change, using integrated communication systems to help communities prepare for hazardous climate-related events. A successful EWS saves lives and jobs, land and infrastructures and supports long-term sustainability.