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World in ‘sorry state’ — UN chief Guterres
UN chief Antonio Guterres warned that countries are not limiting warming to 1.5 degrees and took aim at…
Water’s a ‘dealmaker’ for multilateral cooperation and the SDGs
Water can be a “dealmaker” for stability and cooperation as well as for the implementation of the Sustainable…
2022 confirmed as one of warmest years on record: WMO
The UN weather agency, WMO, said on Thursday that 2022 was the fifth or sixth warmest year on…
Low-carbon investments to rise by $60bn in 2023 as inflation weakens
Spending on low-carbon projects will increase by $60 billion this year, 10% higher than 2022, led by wind…
Global CEOs pledge 50% cut in real estate emissions by 2030
Top chief executive officers (CEOS) from real estate and other industries, yesterday, pledged to reduce buildings-related emissions by…
Ozone layer recovery is on track, due to success of Montreal Protocol
The Earth’s ozone layer is on track to recover within four decades, a UN-backed panel of experts said…
Mayors to meet for first ever ‘healthy cities’ summit
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday announced that it will co-host the inaugural Partnership for Healthy…
WMO releases ‘tell-tale signs’ of extreme weather conditions around the world
From extreme floods to heat and drought, weather and climate-related disasters have affected millions and cost billions this…
NESREA turns back 15 vessels carrying hazardous materials
. Urges stakeholders’ collaboration for effective e-waste management The Federal Government said it has sent 15 vessels…
‘Just Transition’ policies needed to create 20 million green jobs: UN report
Some 20 million jobs could be created by investing in policies that support nature and address climate change,…