Science, Solutions, Solidarity

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UN climate conference in Belém, Brazil

From 6-21 November, world leaders, scientists, non-governmental organizations, and civil society will gather in Belém to discuss priority actions to tackle climate change, focusing on new national action plans and the progress on climate finance pledges.

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Meet the new Youth Advisory Group!

A new cohort of young climate leaders have just begun their term as the UN Secretary-General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change. Meet the 14 changemakers here!

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Local leaders driving change

The Local Leaders series features mayors, governors, and others making cities and regions future-ready, showcasing how communities benefit from initiatives addressing the climate crisis.

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For information integrity

Brazil, UNESCO and the UN have joined forces to strengthen research to counter narratives that are delaying and derailing urgently needed climate action.

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Facts on climate and energy

Climate change is a hot topic. Read up on some essential facts. Share them, use them and talk about them to help build support for urgent action.

The clean energy future is no longer a promise. It’s a fact.

ANTÓNIO GUTERRES, United Nations Secretary-General (22 July 2025)
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The double burden of poverty and climate

 

Nearly 80 per cent of people living in poverty face climate hazards such as heatwaves, floods, and droughts. Climate change is intensifying inequality and hitting the poorest communities the hardest.

Europe’s first ecosystem to become a legal person

Spain’s Mar Menor lagoon, Europe’s largest saltwater lagoon, is the continent’s first ecosystem with legal rights. After years of pollution and mass die-offs, restoration efforts are tackling root causes to restore nature and protect local livelihoods.

Carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere set new record in 2024

Carbon dioxide (CO2) levels reached record highs in 2024, rising faster than ever and locking in more long-term warming, according to a new World Meteorological Organization report.

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Climate issues

What do food, health, water or energy have to do with climate change?

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National climate plans

What are Nationally Determined Contributions, and why do they matter?

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Powering a safer future

Why shift to renewables like wind and solar? Find out here.

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Climate action starting now

Everyone has a role in climate action. At the United Nations, we are calling on people everywhere to work together to solve climate challenges and realize the commitments of the 2015 Paris Agreement. This website keeps up with actions taken by governments, businesses, civil society, youth and more in every part of the world.

It’s our planet, and while we know it is in crisis, we also know that solutions are in reach. Progress is already well underway, from more green energy to more secure food supplies. And the benefits are clear as well, such as green jobs, clean air and sounder economies. A more sustainable, prosperous world is in reach. Join us in taking action to claim it, starting now.

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