Science, Solutions, Solidarity
For a livable planet
Extreme heat is not a future threat. It is here, and it is becoming more dangerous.
In every region of the world, heat is claiming lives on a growing scale, day after day. It is also putting an enormous share of the global workforce at risk. On 31 July 2026, in the face of scorching heat domes and raging wildfires, the Secretary-General renewed his appeal for action in four areas: Protect people before heat becomes deadlier. Make work safer. Build and retrofit for the heat that is coming. Stop fuelling the crisis.
Taking action on methane
The Secretary-General’s Call to Action highlights how methane reductions can deliver immediate climate benefits alongside cleaner air, stronger food systems and economic opportunity.
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.
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.
Adapting to the impacts of climate change
Beyond doing everything we can to cut greenhouse gas emissions and slow the pace of global warming, we must adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change.
Extreme heat is widening inequalities, deepening hunger, weakening economies, and pushing development further out of reach.
ANTÓNIO GUTERRES, United Nations Secretary-General (31 July 2026)
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Adapting to a 50°C world
Extreme heat is one of the most urgent and fast-growing climate challenges facing cities today. Through the 50@50 initiative, cities are coming together to share solutions, strengthen resilience, and protect communities.here.
Football brings us together. Climate action does too.
Climate change is changing the game—for our health, our communities, and football itself. But football teaches us that the greatest victories are won together. It's time to act as one team for people and the planet.
The plastic we can’t see is changing the ocean
Each year, 52 million tonnes of plastic waste enter the ocean, contributing to an estimated 24 trillion microplastic particles, which have a devastating impact on the marine environment.
Climate issues
What do food, health, water or energy have to do with climate change?
National climate plans
What are Nationally Determined Contributions, and why do they matter?
Powering a safer future
Why shift to renewables like wind and solar? Find out here.
