Grassroots heroes bring deep passion and local knowledge to conservation, but their impact can be stymied by lack of sustainable support.
This is where our work with UNDP Kenya and @thegef.bsky.social steps in.
We're here to amplify and support #ForPeopleForPlanet: ow.ly/LHYN50YpoAy
Here in Brussels the @unep.org team is supporting action to #BeatPollution, tackle climate change and protect nature - all to secure a safer tomorrow.
Always a pleasure to spend time with UNEP colleagues and thank them for their hard work #ForPeopleForPlanet - including our brilliant interns.
The environment is the foundation of prosperity, stability & security.
In Brussels, I shared three priorities that can support a stronger environment & a stronger Europe🇪🇺
1️⃣ Multilateralism can strengthen security
2️⃣ Back Science
3️⃣ Focus on solutions #ForPeopleForPlanet
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This week in Brussels I was pleased to meet Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy, a Member of the European Parliament from the Netherlands.
Good discussion on the importance of strong European leadership in environmental multilateralism - and all the benefits ambitious action can bring, #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Pleased to meet the @ministerkgg.bsky.social, new Minister of Climate Policy and Green Growth of the Netherlands, at the EU Council of Environment Ministers.
I congratulated her on her appointment & reiterated @unep.org support to continuing our close work with the Netherlands #ForPeopleForPlanet.
The @unep.org-@ec.europa.eu partnership delivers #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Alongside @jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu, pleased to host the UNEP–European Commission High-Level Meeting to strengthen cooperation and discuss priorities on biodiversity, land degradation & climate ahead of talks later this year.
Pleased to start my mission in Brussels by meeting civil society organisations at @eeb.org to discuss environmental priorities shaping Europe.
A valuable exchange on both challenges ahead & opportunities for collective action. @unep.org will continue to engage all stakeholders, #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Kudarikilu’s story is not one of abundance—it is one of enough.
Enough to sell a kilo of eggplants.
Enough to believe that a tiny island can reshape the boundaries of food security through patience, resilience, and hard work #ForPeopleForPlanet.
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In December, 57 new SGP-supported community projects - funded by @thegef.bsky.social and implemented in partnership with UNDP Samoa - were approved.
If you missed the press release, take a look at how these projects work #ForPeopleForPlanet: ow.ly/AVo950Yt8zB
When properly managed, wastewater can turn into clean water, energy, and other valuable resources, providing benefits #ForPeopleForPlanet.
The Global Wastewater Initiative works to shift the view of wastewater, from waste to a valuable asset: https://ow.ly/R9y750YrFau
From monitoring wildlife with camera traps to planting thousands of native trees, local communities in Colombia’s Guaviare region are showing how local action can protect ecosystems.
This #WorldWildlifeDay they're securing a future #ForPeopleForPlanet: go.undp.org/5sM
What was once a story of conflict is now one of reconciliation.
Community-led ecotourism and education means jaguars roam freely again.
This #WorldWildlifeDay see how @thegef.bsky.social
@undp.org Colombia support work for wildlife, for livelihoods, #ForPeopleForPlanet: go.undp.org/5sM
Before food reaches our plates, it goes through a long and complex journey.
From farm to fork, innovators are cutting waste, restoring nature and making food systems work #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Explore our interactive: www.unep.org/interactives...
Did you know peatlands cover only 3% of the Earth’s surface, yet they store an estimated 550 billion tonnes of carbon - about twice as much as all the world’s forests combined.
@unep.org explains why protecting these carbon sinks is vital #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Peatlands, which cover just 3% of Earth's surface, store 550 billion tonnes of carbon or twice as much as all forests combined.
However, some 15% of them have been drained for agriculture.
Protecting these carbon sinks is vital #ForPeopleForPlanet.
As we welcome the Lunar New Year, I extend my warmest wishes to all those celebrating around the world.
The Year of the Horse symbolizes energy, resilience, and forward momentum - qualities that can inspire us as all as we continue our work together #ForPeopleForPlanet.
新年快乐!
Cities produce 70% of global emissions, but they’re also full of solutions.
In Johannesburg, solar-powered homes, urban farming & recycling are transforming lives and reducing emissions.
Explore more about these initiatives that work #ForPeopleForPlanet: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...
💚 is the answer, #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Want to learn more about how we support #ResultsInMotion?
In Costa Rica, our @thegef.bsky.social-funded, @undp.org-implemented projects strengthen resilience and biodiversity through local action.
Delivering gains #ForPeopleForPlanet, see how we support #GEFresults.
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Fantastic to see #IPBES12 has approved the #BizBiodiversity Assessment Report.
My congratulations to all the @ipbes.net experts, partners and countries for coming together to deliver this important result - a big win #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Stay tuned for the report launch tomorrow. More details ⤵️
During the last 20 years we have:
✅Brought 50,000 hectares of damaged peatland under restoration
✅Generated £49 million of investment to fund restoration
✅Worked in partnership with landowners to deliver nature recovery #peatlandsmatter #peatlandrestoration #peatlands #forpeopleforplanet
🔔This year marks the 20th anniversary of our team's peatland work across the three counties of the North Pennines.➡️ buff.ly/NZiNKmG #northpenninespeatlands #peatlandsmatter #peatlandrestoration #peatlands #forpeopleforplanet #GreatNorthBog
Investing in active mobility could reduce transport-sector emissions by 50%.
The Pan African Action Plan for Active Mobility by UNEP and partners aims to advance a better walking and cycling environment #ForPeopleForPlanet.
See how: www.unep.org/topics/trans...
We have already lost over 85% of all wetlands in the past two centuries.
This #WWD2026 join us in #CelebratingWetlands and how important they are.
See how we partner with @thegef.bsky.social @undp.org
in the Bahamas, Mexico & Zambia to protect them #ForPeopleForPlanet: go.undp.org/5cr
Yet one more reason to protect forests, #ForPeopleForPlanet. 💚🌳
International environmental agreements help countries work together to protect our shared planet.
They set common rules to cut pollution, protect nature and tackle climate change across borders.
Explore how these agreements shape action #ForPeopleForPlanet: https://ow.ly/jewL50Y0bE9
Today we celebrated colleagues receiving United Nations Long Service Awards.
320+ @unep.org staff were recognised for service ranging from 10 to an impressive 35 years.
UNEP's strength lies in its people. Every job matters. And how we earn trust, help inform decisions & deliver #ForPeopleForPlanet
Exciting news! #SouthAfrica secures a $46M investment to protect biodiversity while creating livelihoods for local communities.
Backed by the GEF, the initiative puts people at the centre of a growing biodiversity economy.
Read more: undp.org/south-africa...
#ForPeopleForPlanet
@unep.org regularly publishes the latest environmental science and data to support solutions #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Read all our latest reports online: www.unep.org/publications...
UNEP regularly publishes the latest science and reports on various environmental matters to help decision-makers advance solutions #ForPeopleForPlanet.
Browse now: https://unep.org/publications-data