Ahead of International Mother Earth Day, observed on 22 April, NASA’s Chief Scientist, Dr. Katherine Calvin, shared her terrestrial and intergalactic experiences with UN News and how viewing the Earth from outer space has driven generations to advance climate action. Dr. Calvin advises NASA leadership on its science programmes and related strategic planning and investments. Also serving as […]
Category: Climate Change
Guterres delivers message of ‘hope and renewal’ for Somalia
12 April 2023 UN chief António Guterres on Wednesday reaffirmed the world body’s commitment to supporting the Horn of Africa country as it continues on its path to establishing lasting peace and stability. “Somalia faces many challenges, but in the spirit of Ramadan, I also bring a message of hope and renewal – the United Nations stands in solidarity […]
We’ve missed the boat on emissions, but a rehydration strategy could offer hope
Elly Hanrahan My first involvement in a United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) was in Paris, 2015. At 21 years old I was a youth activist at the Youth Conference (COY11); a collection of passionate young people with a mission to limit the warming of our planet to 1.5 degrees. Our mission was seemingly a […]
UN delegates reach historic agreement on protecting marine biodiversity in international waters
5 March 2023 Secretary-General António Guterres has congratulated UN member countries for finalizing a text to ensure the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction, calling it a “breakthrough” after nearly two decades of talks. “This action is a victory for multilateralism and for global efforts to counter the destructive trends […]
First-ever World Seagrass Day focuses on conservation
1 March 2023 The United Nations on Wednesday called for more action to protect one of the most widespread and important marine ecosystems on the planet, marking the first ever commemoration of World Seagrass Day. Seagrasses are marine flowering plants that are found in shallow waters from the tropics to the Arctic Circle, covering over […]
Eight trends that will impact children in 2023
31 January 2023 Culture and Education A series of interconnected crises are expected to have a huge impact on children in 2023. A report from the UN children’s agency (UNICEF), released on Tuesday, details the trends that will shape their lives over the next 12 months. The war in Ukraine, has resulted in high food and energy […]