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13/08/2025

One in three people on the planet is under 20 years old. Our actions now will affect their future.

Given the long-term impacts of waste on the environment, ecosystems, and human health, it is essential that youth participate in waste management discussions.

The recent Global Waste Management Outlook for Youth report teaches young people how to play an active role in addressing the global waste problem: https://www.unep.org/resources/report/global-waste-management-outlook-2024-youth-beyond-age-waste-turning-rubbish

12/08/2025

Cities worldwide are harnessing the power of young people to restore and protect urban ecosystems.

From restoring biodiversity to sharing their views on building a sustainable future, young people are assisting cities in greening urban areas and revitalising traditional cityscapes.

This , swipe to discover how young people are actively involved in sustainable urban planning.

12/08/2025

12 August is .

Native to Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia, elephants play a vital role in keeping ecosystems and savannahs healthy. They help plants germinate by passing seeds through their digestive system, supporting growth and countless other essential ecosystem functions.

Sadly, they face serious threats from poaching, driven by the demand for ivory. Every ivory purchase fuels the illegal killing of these magnificent animals.

Help ensure elephants continue to thrive in the wild:
Avoid buying products made from ivory.
Spread the word about the threats elephants face and why protecting them and their habitats is essential.
Take time to learn more about the illegal wildlife trade and how to stop it.

11/08/2025

Follow the journey toward a in real time.
Tune in to the second part of negotiations webcast from Geneva as countries negotiate to end plastic pollution: https://www.unep.org/inc-plastic-pollution/webcast

10/08/2025

Lions aren’t just fierce hunters — they’re guardians of ecosystems.

However, habitat loss, illegal trade, & land disputes threaten their survival.

This serves as a reminder that these majestic big cats deserve protection: https://wildfor.life/species/lion

09/08/2025

Indigenous Peoples make up less than 5% of the world’s population, yet they protect a significant amount of global biodiversity. Despite their critical role in safeguarding our planet, they remain among the most vulnerable—comprising 15% of the world’s poorest due to systemic marginalization.

In the age of AI, digital progress must not come at the cost of Indigenous rights. From the misuse of Indigenous data in AI systems to the environmental toll of data centers on sacred lands, the risks are real.

Yet Indigenous communities are not just victims—they are innovators. From using AI to preserve endangered languages to blending traditional knowledge with machine learning for climate resilience, Indigenous Peoples are shaping a future where technology empowers rather than exploits.

On this , discover how Indigenous voices are being amplified in the age of AI with United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA): https://social.desa.un.org/issues/indigenous-peoples/events/IDWIP-2025

08/08/2025

Von Wong's innovative art is calling attention to the need to end plastic pollution.

UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen caught up with him at the second part of as negotiations on a continue in Geneva.

07/08/2025

Get all official online materials related to the discussion at the second part of the in Geneva, Switzerland.

Stay updated as countries work toward a global : https://www.unep.org/inc-plastic-pollution/session-5.2

06/08/2025

A massive 8.8 earthquake off eastern Russia prompted tsunami alerts across the Pacific. Within an hour, waves reached Japan, over 1,000km away.

Alerts were sent out within a few minutes for communities to take shelter. While the tsunami warning was downgraded, this event still serves as a stark reminder of why early warning systems save lives.

More via United Nations News: https://news.un.org/en/story/2025/07/1165529

05/08/2025

UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen urges negotiators in Geneva at the resumed to seize this historic moment: finalize a that protects people, the planet, and future generations.

Her opening remarks: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/speech/securing-treaty-beat-plastic-pollution

05/08/2025

The second part of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on plastic pollution starts today in Geneva.

Negotiators from around the world are gathering in Geneva to work toward a to end plastic pollution.

Watch the opening plenary live: https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1n/k1nqdatmf4

04/08/2025

Lakes contain most of the liquid fresh water on the planet, but they are also among the most rapidly degrading ecosystems.

Ahead of on August 27, see how you can take action to safeguard these vital freshwater bodies: https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/lakes

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