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United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
What are the National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans?
From microscopic organisms to vast ecosystems, life on Earth depends upon variety. Yet that diversity is being lost at an unprecedented rate, threatening the future of all species, including our …
The built environment is at a turning point. As more organizations strengthen their commitments to net zero carbon …
UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
US$52.8 million in new GEF support to boost UNEP-led environmental initiatives worldwide
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has announced USD 52.8 million for four new UN Environment Programme (UNEP)-led projects …
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
New funds to unlock millions for frontline environmental action
The new US$67 million portfolio approved by the Global Environment Facility will catalyse further investment to protect nature …
All #natural resources Press Releases
8 December 2025
UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
Indigenous and local action brings back nature: UN recognises three World Restoration Flagships
4 December 2025
28 November 2025
Philippine House of Representatives
At COP30, the Philippines delivers a bankable business case for nature
13 October 2025
Indonesia International Sustainability Forum
ISF concludes with US$17.6 billion in green investment commitments
18 August 2025
Asean Centre for Biodiversity
Inclusive and sustainable: Celebrating 58 years of Asean
12 May 2025
5 May 2025
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Answering ten pressing questions about plastic pollution
12 March 2025
4 February 2025
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)
Review of conservation progress for pangolins, more at CITES 78th meeting
20 January 2025
1 November 2024
Global Reporting Initiative
COP16: Transparency crucial to move from ambition to action
27 October 2024
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
UNDP launches new guidance for countries to finance ambitious biodiversity goals
18 October 2024
United Nations Environment Programme
To counter climate change, Colombian cities weave nature back into their urban fabric
4 September 2024
1 September 2024
UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
Half the world’s countries have degraded freshwater systems, UN finds
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