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Humanity is confronted with an immense challenge: the staggering amount of municipal solid waste generated annually, ranging from food to electronics, which, when improperly managed, poses severe environmental and health risks. These challenges, exacerbated by the culture of overconsumption, demand urgent action to mitigate their impact and chart a path towards sustainable waste management. The International Day of Zero Waste, commemorated on March 30th, underscores the critical need for proper waste management and the imperative to curb excessive consumption habits. Spearheaded by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), this day serves as a rallying call for global cooperation in addressing the waste crisis. Embracing a zero waste approach requires multifaceted strategies, starting with combating food waste, which accounts for a significant portion of global waste production. Initiatives such as promoting urban agriculture, implementing composting schemes, and encouraging mindful consumption habits among individuals can significantly reduce food waste and its associated environmental impacts. Textile waste poses another significant challenge, with only a fraction of materials recycled annually. Transitioning towards circular business models, improving infrastructure for textile collection and recycling, and fostering consumer awareness are vital steps in transforming the fashion industry into a more sustainable sector. Electronics constitute a major contributor to waste pollution, necessitating robust policies to extend product lifespan and promote repair services. Governments can play a pivotal role in implementing extended producer responsibility policies and incentivizing sustainable design practices among manufacturers. Reducing resource use in products and cracking down on plastic pollution are also integral components of a comprehensive waste management strategy. By prioritizing eco-design standards, phasing out single-use plastics, and investing in global monitoring systems, societies can mitigate the adverse effects of waste on the environment and public health. Furthermore, addressing hazardous waste requires concerted efforts at the international level, with governments committing to multilateral environmental agreements and citizens advocating for stricter regulations on harmful substances. Rethinking urban planning and bolstering waste management infrastructure through investment and training are essential for creating sustainable cities and communities. By embracing a holistic approach that encompasses waste reduction, resource recovery, and responsible consumption, humanity can pave the way towards a more sustainable and resilient future. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/eight-ways-overcome-waste-pollution-crisis
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In a world where 783 million people suffer from hunger, we waste over 1 billion meals every single day. But it is more than just unfinished meals. Food loss and waste generate 8 to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions and drive biodiversity loss. In 2022 the world wasted 1.05 billion tonnes of food. With better data, countries can target hotspots, drive innovation, and track progress to halve food waste by 2030. Cities have the greatest potential for food waste reduction and circularity and by reducing food waste in our homes, we can contribute to collective global action. 🍽️🌍 Check out the latest Food Waste Index Report 2024. It gives us a better look at how much food we waste globally and suggests ways to reduce it. The report shows that we're making progress in understanding and tackling food waste. https://www.unep.org/resources/publication/food-waste-index-report-2024
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This should be a great turning point for all to understand how to take only the required proportions of food to avoid wasted. And in addition find ways to utilise food waste if any.
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Cities play a pivotal role in reducing food waste and promoting circularity, and each of us can contribute to global action by minimizing waste in our own homes. 🏙️💡 Let's use this report as a catalyst for change and strive for a more sustainable food system.
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Humanity generates between 2.1 billion and 2.3 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste annually. When mismanaged, this waste emits greenhouse gases or toxic chemicals, damaging ecosystems, spreading disease, and impacting economic prosperity, particularly affecting women and youth. On March 30th, the world will observe the International Day of Zero Waste, led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), emphasizing the importance of proper waste management and addressing overconsumption driving the waste crisis. UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the urgency, stating, "Overconsumption is killing us. Humanity needs an intervention. On this Zero Waste Day, let’s pledge to end the destructive cycle of waste, once and for all." Here are eight strategies to embrace a zero waste approach: Combat food waste: Despite 783 million people going hungry, 19% of food available to consumers is wasted annually, contributing to significant greenhouse gas emissions. Solutions include promoting urban agriculture, composting food waste, and redistributing surplus healthy food to marginalized communities. Address textile waste: Less than 1% of clothing material is recycled annually, resulting in substantial material and water loss. To counter this, the fashion industry must adopt circular business models, offer longer-lasting products, and enhance textile collection and recycling infrastructure. Reduce electronic waste: Electronics contribute to global waste accumulation, with manufacturers encouraging frequent device replacements. Governments can implement policies to extend product lifecycles, offer repair services, and enforce extended producer responsibility to manage electronic waste effectively. Minimize resource use in products: Adopting eco-design standards and lifecycle approaches can reduce raw material consumption, minimize hazardous chemicals, and promote product durability and recyclability. Combat plastic pollution: Single-use plastics contribute to environmental degradation and health risks. Phasing out single-use plastics, improving waste management, and establishing global monitoring systems are essential steps in ending plastic pollution. Address hazardous waste: Chemical and hazardous waste pose risks to human health and the environment. Governments can commit to multilateral environmental agreements, while citizens can advocate for the removal of hazardous substances from the global market. Rethink urban design: Investing in energy-efficient buildings and waste management infrastructure can reduce waste generation and greenhouse gas emissions in cities, fostering a shift towards zero waste. Invest in waste management: By improving waste collection, reducing uncontrolled disposal, and increasing recycling, governments can generate substantial economic gains while promoting sustainable waste management practices. Through collaborative efforts and investment in sustainable solutions, humanity can transition to a zero waste approach, ensuring a more sustainable future for generations to come. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/eight-ways-overcome-waste-pollution-crisis
Eight ways to overcome the waste pollution crisis
On the second annual Zero Waste Day, find out how to Beat Waste Pollution.
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/eight-ways-overcome-waste-pollution-crisis
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Thanks for not being mean with the information.
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We all should take responsibility of our actions and control the amount of waste that we dispose off so as to the reduce the pollution.
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Such information is important in understanding how we can manage and control waste. Thank you for sharing
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In the wake of the sixth session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-6), heartfelt appreciation is extended to everyone who dedicated long hours and unwavering commitment to advancing solutions for the triple planetary crisis. Special gratitude goes to Minister Leila Benali for her outstanding leadership as President of UNEA-6, and sincere thanks to the gracious hosts, Kenya, President William Samoei Ruto, and Excellency Soipan Tuya. The collaborative efforts across UNEA, the Committee of Permanent Representatives, and the entire United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UN Office in Nairobi (UNON) are commendable, resulting in the successful gaveling of 15 resolutions and two decisions. The resolutions cover crucial aspects of the triple planetary crisis, addressing issues such as securing metals and minerals for the net-zero transition, environmental protection during and after conflicts, and enhanced actions on chemicals, waste, sand, and dust storms. UNEA-6 also witnessed the gaveling of resolutions focusing on desertification, land restoration, and a ministerial declaration reaffirming the international community's commitment to combat climate change, restore nature, and foster a pollution-free world. Despite the challenges in negotiations, the spirit of multilateralism prevailed, fostering respectful dialogue and the pursuit of common ground. UNEA-6 facilitated crucial conversations, particularly highlighted by the engagement of youth, civil society, indigenous peoples, international organizations, scientists, and the private sector. The Multilateral Environmental Agreement Day marked a significant milestone, uniting powerful conventions and agreements under the UNEA tent. As UNEP assumes the responsibilities entrusted by these resolutions, the call to action resonates strongly. With much work ahead, including participation in key conventions and COPs, such as those on plastic pollution and the Summit of the Future, the world is urged to embrace real, lasting change. UNEA-6 has provided an essential boost towards achieving a safe and healthy environment for every person on the planet, reinforcing the collective commitment to a sustainable future. Gratitude is extended, and a warm welcome awaits the incoming President of UNEA-7, Your Excellency Abdullah Bin Ali Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority of Oman. The journey continues, fueled by the imperative for impactful global action. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/speech/inclusive-multilateralism-unea-6-boosts-environmental-movement
Inclusive multilateralism at UNEA-6 boosts environmental movement
UNEA-6 efforts led by Minister Leila Benali, wraps with gratitude for collective efforts in addressing planetary crises, with 15 resolutions and a ministerial declaration, covering critical areas like climate, conflict, and conservation, emphasizing collective action and multilateralism. Commitment to swift, impactful change echoed throughout the assembly, says UNEP Chief, Inger Andersen at the closing plenary session.
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/speech/inclusive-multilateralism-unea-6-boosts-environmental-movement
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Together we can all do something substantial to our planet.
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Kudos to everyone who made this assembly a memorable & a success.
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Cheers to all who made this assembly a success.
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As our planet grapples with the profound challenges of climate change, a recent study led by Guenet and team from the ENS Geology Laboratory sheds light on the pivotal role of nature-based solutions in mitigating this global crisis. While these solutions are undeniably crucial, the study emphasizes that their effectiveness hinges on concurrent efforts to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Nature-based solutions encompass a diverse array of strategies rooted in a profound understanding of ecosystems. The guiding principle is that by working harmoniously with nature, we can unlock a multitude of benefits and services that the environment generously offers. In their paper titled "Les solutions fondées sur la nature" (nature-based solutions), the researchers delve into the role of these techniques, particularly focusing on their contribution to climate change mitigation, often referred to as nature-based climate solutions. The primary objectives of nature-based climate solutions are threefold: Preventing Carbon Emissions: A key strategy involves averting deforestation, which directly contributes to the reduction of carbon released into the atmosphere. Restoring Degraded Ecosystems: By promoting carbon sinks through initiatives such as reducing timber harvesting, we can rehabilitate ecosystems, enhancing their capacity to sequester carbon. Implementing Best Management Practices: Deploying effective practices in forests, croplands, and grasslands can significantly curtail greenhouse gas emissions, further contributing to the fight against climate change. The researchers emphasize the importance of designing nature-based solutions for longevity, considering the enduring carbon sinks of terrestrial ecosystems. This underscores the need for sustained efforts to preserve and restore our natural environments. It is evident that nature-based solutions are integral to achieving the goals set by the Paris Agreement, specifically in maintaining the global temperature rise below 2°C. However, it is crucial to recognize that these solutions must be complemented by simultaneous reductions in greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. In our collective pursuit of a sustainable future, embracing nature-based solutions presents a pathway to not only combat climate change but also foster a deeper connection with the ecosystems that sustain us. Let us seize this opportunity to work hand in hand with nature, ensuring the well-being of our planet and future generations. The time to act is now, and nature stands ready to be our ally in the fight against climate change. https://phys.org/news/2024-02-nature-based-solutions-play-key.html
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These are great ideas, Nature based solutions are the solutions towards climate change impacts, it's time to prioritize Nature based solutions
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Les solutions fondées sur la nature. I learnt a new language today. Anyway I think these are the easiest ways to tackle climate change.
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Nature based solutions towards climate change are quite ideal in solving climate matters.
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Pollution is widespread – and often fatal. “Pollution is an urgent global issue, on par with climate change and biodiversity loss,” says Tessa, Principal Coordinator of the (UNEP)-hosted secretariat of the ad hoc open-ended working group, which is tasked with preparing the foundational elements for establishing the panel. “What we’ve been missing is a strong and comprehensive science-policy interface to tackle the pollution pillar of the triple planetary crisis. Now the global community is constructively working towards a panel that can deliver policy impacts that save lives and protect the environment for decades to come.” The new science-policy panel can help to translate scientific findings into action and is expected to work strategically with the recently adopted Global Framework on Chemicals and numerous Multilateral Environmental Agreements. Later this month, delegates will gather in Nairobi, Kenya, for the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6), the world’s top decision-making body on the environment. They are expected to discuss how to strengthen implementation of international environmental accords and re-enforce the link between science and policymaking. Ahead of that gathering, here is what to expect from the new science-policy panel. What is the aim of the new science-policy panel? It seeks to equip policymakers with the best available science, enabling them to make well-informed decisions and develop policies to lessen the toll of toxic chemicals, waste and pollution on human health and the environment. “There’s a lot of information out there but the landscape is quite fragmented because of a tendency to look at issues chemical by chemical,” said Tessa “The panel has the potential to look at chemicals, waste and pollution in a more integrated way and offer the knowledge for more holistic solutions.” Why is the new panel necessary? Chemicals bring many benefits to society. But their unsafe and unsustainable management means hazardous and long-lived chemicals are polluting air, land and water. This threatens human health and ecosystems. For example, pesticides used to kill insects leak into rivers and lakes. Discarded medicines end up in wastewater. Contaminated liquids from waste dumps seep into soil. Those problems are expected to mount. By 2025, the world’s municipalities will produce 2.2 billion tons of waste, more than three times the amount generated in 2009. The size of the global chemical industry is projected to double by 2030. “We need urgent action because worldwide the issues are growing and the risks are wide-ranging,” Tessa said. What are the science-policy panel’s key functions? The panel is expected to conduct assessments of current issues and identify potential solutions, in particular those relevant to developing countries. It will also identify key gaps in scientific research, support communication between scientists and policymakers, and raise awareness. The panel will also assist information-sharing and capacity building. When will the panel be up and running? In 2022, an ad hoc open-ended working group was established to prepare proposals for the panel. The working group aims to complete this task this year. Once that is done, UNEP will convene an intergovernmental meeting where countries would consider the panel’s establishment. Who will be on the panel? The panel will be an independent intergovernmental body which governments will be invited to join. Member governments will make up the panel’s governing body and approve its programme of work. Who else will be involved in the panel? To produce policy-relevant deliverables, the panel will depend on the contributions of thousands of scientists around the world. It will also need to engage with local communities, workers and Indigenous Peoples, since they are often the ones on the receiving end of pollution. Engagement with the private sector is also relevant for addressing the source of pollution and waste, and for coming up with solutions. But careful attention must be paid to potential conflicts of interests. How will the science-policy panel contribute to Multilateral Environmental Agreements? These accords can both contribute to and benefit from the findings of the panel. They could invite the panel to look into specific scientific and technical matters that require global attention. Examples include the use of chemicals in products and the reduction of the footprint of high-impact sectors. Relevant agreements include the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, which set out measures for handling chemicals and waste, and the Minamata Convention to manage the use of mercury. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/new-body-aims-limit-pollutions-deadly-toll
New body aims to limit pollution’s deadly toll
The science-policy panel aims to provide legislators with independent information on the state of chemicals and waste
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/new-body-aims-limit-pollutions-deadly-toll
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If this agenda is achieved that will pose a positive impact on climate 💯
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Good news that there is a new body ready to limit pollutions deadly toll . I believe that it is going to achieve its goal .
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Great.. I hope they achieve whatever they intend to achieve
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Today, the UNEP-hosted secretariat for the Convention on Migratory Species is launching The State of the World’s Migratory Species Report, which really does lend urgency to negotiations at this very meeting. This is the first-ever comprehensive assessment of migratory species. It shows how unsustainable human activities are jeopardizing the future of these species, and by extension the future of other species and humanity itself. Some 44 per cent of migratory species listed under the Convention on Migratory Species are showing a population decline and 22 per cent are threatened by extinction – a figure that rises to 97 per cent for CMS-listed fish. This extinction risk grows for all migratory species globally. These worrying trends were already identified some time back by our friends at the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), which members of the press may or not be aware is the biodiversity twin to the IPCC in terms of science. Those drivers are indeed critical – they are overexploitation, they are degradation and fragmentation of land, they are climate change, pollution, and introduction of invasive species. And they do have profound impacts. These drivers are generally the primary causes of biodiversity loss, and of course biodiversity forms part of what we heard again this morning, that triple planetary crisis. The crisis of climate change, the crisis of nature and biodiversity loss, and the crisis of pollution and waste. There are specific decisions and issues on the table at this very COP that could make a difference and must make a difference. These include increasing ecological connectivity, tackling the illegal killings and taking of birds, reducing noise and chemical pollution in marine and other environments, and ensuring that we pay careful attention to commitments and obligations when we are considering potential deep-sea prospecting and mining. But we also need to look beyond individual country decisions to the bigger picture. Migratory species go where they must, without regard for lines that we have drawn on pieces of paper, what we call the human boundaries. That is why the theme of this COP is Nature Knows no Borders. To be effective, we have to look beyond the jurisdiction of the environment ministries, and beyond the jurisdiction of individual nations and beyond the jurisdiction of single agreements. We have to look at whole-of-government, whole-of-society, and whole-of-world approaches. That includes engaging with Indigenous Peoples, who are often the chief stewards of biodiversity globally. It is critical for the CMS Secretariat and Parties to work closely with other multilateral environmental agreements and instruments, such as the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, but also the Global Framework on Chemicals, and of course agreements on desertification, climate change and the upcoming plastic pollution instrument. We cannot protect migratory species without multilateralism, unity and transboundary cooperation. So, I am calling on all countries, all parties and all communities to work together, including at the upcoming United Nations Environment Assembly, to protect migratory species so that they survive and thrive. Because when we do, humanity will also survive and thrive. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/statements/uniting-protect-migratory-species-benefit-all
Uniting to protect migratory species for the benefit of all
Good afternoon to members of the press and those online. My thanks to members of the press for joining us to cover the 14th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Migratory Species. My thanks also to you Minister and the government of Uzbekistan for such gracious hosting.
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/statements/uniting-protect-migratory-species-benefit-all
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Such meetings play major role in addressing climate issues and should be encouraged as UNEP is setting the pace
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It's truly uplifting to see global efforts aimed at protecting migratory species!
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@princess_nel_268 Indeed it is inspiring.💚💚
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The One Health Implementation Guide was unveiled at COP28 in Dubai, acknowledging the substantial health risks posed by climate change on a global scale. Launched in conjunction with COP28's inaugural health day and a high-level ministerial meeting on climate and health, the guide is positioned as a strategic supplement to the 2022 One Health Joint Plan of Action. Its primary focus is on promoting country-specific implementation through three key pathways: governance, sectoral integration, and evidence and knowledge. Dr. Amina Benyahia of the World Health Organization underscores the guide's universal applicability, designed to accommodate diverse countries regardless of their current status in One Health implementation. Doreen Robinson, Head of Biodiversity and Land at UNEP, emphasizes the far-reaching consequences of the climate emergency on global health, extending beyond direct factors like heatwaves and floods to indirect influences on disease spread. She underscores the Guide's significance, asserting that early investments in inclusive and systemic One Health approaches are vital for addressing interconnected challenges, fostering a healthier and more resilient future for both people and the planet. The ongoing COP28 negotiations have elevated the role of One Health approaches in tackling climate challenges. Notably, 134 countries have supported a Climate and Health Declaration, emphasizing the pivotal role of health in climate action and advocating for climate-resilient, sustainable, and equitable health systems. The Guide is anticipated to play a supporting role in the implementation of future accords related to pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response, where One Health is a guiding principle. Despite the growing awareness of the One Health approach, challenges persist, requiring enhanced coordination within and among countries. Issues include securing political and financial support, capacity building, improving information exchange, and embracing technological innovation. The economic benefits of implementing a One Health approach are significant, with a return on investment of up to 90% (World Bank, 2022). Dr. Ariane Hildebrandt, Director-General at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, pledges continued efforts to explore sustainable funding opportunities for strengthening the One Health approach, aligning with the goal of reducing health risks globally and contributing to epidemic and pandemic prevention. The Quadripartite commits to catalyzing, complementing, and adding value to existing global and regional One Health initiatives. The goal is to enhance capacity to address complex multidimensional health risks, fostering more resilient health systems at all levels. The One Health approach is deemed essential for achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), providing synergy across sectors and mechanisms for long-term health benefits for humans, animals, and the environment. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/quadripartite-launches-guide-support-countries-implement-one-health
The Quadripartite launches a guide to support countries implement One Health approach
10 December 2023, Rome/Nairobi/Geneva/Paris - The Quadripartite Collaboration on One Health releases - The guide to Implementing the One Health Joint Plan of Action at National Level (the Guide) to support countries to strengthen their One Health actions.
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/quadripartite-launches-guide-support-countries-implement-one-health
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The Quadripartite guide is a good resource that will bring positive solution toward health risks
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The Quadrpartite' guide will bring a substantial amount of positive solutions to the current world health risks
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The Quadripartite's guide is an important resource that can help health policy makers and practitioners in implementing this approach in their respective settings.
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The recently unveiled Global Cooling Watch Report 2023 sheds light on the pivotal role of passive cooling alternatives amidst the rising demand for energy-intensive air conditioners. Compiled by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the report underscores that the global installed capacity of cooling equipment is poised to triple by 2050, leading to a more than twofold surge in electricity consumption. The dual impact of cooling on the climate—attributed to both indirect emissions from electricity use and direct emissions from refrigerant gases—necessitates urgent action. A failure to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 could result in nearly 1,000 cities experiencing average summer highs of 35°C, almost triple the current number. This could expose the urban population to an eightfold increase, reaching 1.6 billion by mid-century. In response, UNEP initiated the Nature for Cool Cities Challenge in 2022 as part of the Cool Coalition—a global network with over 80 partners—aiming to expedite a worldwide shift toward efficient and climate-friendly cooling practices. Exploring sustainable alternatives, here are five global examples: 1. Traditional Techniques in Burkina Faso: - The Schorge Secondary School in Koudougou, Burkina Faso, showcases the fusion of traditional methods and modern materials. Constructed with locally sourced laterite bricks and eucalyptus wood, it employs natural cooling elements. 2. White Roofs in India: - Ahmedabad, India, responded to a severe 2010 heatwave by painting 7,000 low-income households' roofs white. This straightforward measure significantly lowers indoor temperatures by reflecting sunlight, saving an estimated 1,100 lives annually. 3. Passive Cooling in the Maldives: - Battling rising temperatures and sea levels, the Maldives focuses on passive cooling for the Maldives Meteorological Services building in Addu City. Developed with UNEP's guidelines, it utilizes shading, insulation, and orientation to combat rising temperatures without escalating electricity consumption. 4. Building Standards in Cambodia: - Anticipating a doubling of demand for building cooling in Cambodia by 2040, UNEP collaborates with property developers to test passive cooling measures. The project aims to integrate successful strategies into national building regulations and urban planning standards. 5. Stream Revitalization in the Republic of Korea: - The revitalization of the 11km Cheonggyecheon Stream in Seoul in 2005 has significantly mitigated the city's heat-island effect, showcasing the impactful role of natural solutions in reducing urban temperatures. As the 28th session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) unfolded in Dubai, these initiatives exemplified a collective commitment to fostering a sustainable and climate-resilient future. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/five-ways-cities-can-keep-it-chill-while-cutting-emissions
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Moving away from energy-guzzling air conditioners towards passive cooling solutions is a paradigm shift we desperately need.
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This is significant move it has a great serenity and environmental friendly
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These are very great strategies the UNEP is pushing for realization of urban planning that is in line with limited emissions in cities.
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With more than 2,400 fossil fuel industry lobbyists in attendance, climate advocates say COP28, currently being held in Dubai, has been the most restrictive yet regarding free speech. Youth from Fridays for Future organization stage a protest calling to cease fires and end fossil fuels in the conference venue, Blue Zone during the COP28, UN Climate Change Conference, held by UNFCCC in Dubai Exhibition Center, United Arab Emirates on December 8, 2023. COP28, running from November 30 to December 12 focuses on particular nations'https://insideclimatenews.org/news/08122023/todays-climate-protest-cop28-uae-free-speech/
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The voice of people is momentous! It should be respected as long as they are saying right.
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Challenges faced by activists in protesting at UN Climate Talks highlights the need for inclusive dialogue and space for diverse voices!!
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Protesters from these groups should at least be given a platform to air their voices and while doing so they should be protected whatsoever.
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The CO2 Footprint of 70.000 people flying to COP28 in UAE, Dubai is very high. Personal calculation result: 102 billion kg of CO2, if 70.000 people fly with 80 Airbus 380 for 5 hours. Also, it is more inclusive to organize online Events. So that we have more participants from low-income countries. This year oil & gas lobby dominates the participants. Should COP29 be organized online/ hybrid?
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Interesting information, thanks. Nowadays there are a lot of written assignments, especially essays. I can’t cope with them, it’s good that I found specialists https://royalwriter.co.uk/ who will always help cope with any topic.
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It might be a little bit tricky and confusing too... Thuogh you have a point.
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Online COP conferences can cut emissions but face challenges like digital inclusivity.
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World leaders government repsentatives and delegates are set to gather for the annual United Nations climate change summit, known as the Conference of the Parties or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE).https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/2023/11/28/un-cop28-uae-what-to-know-about-climate-summit-in-dubai
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Dear Rotich Kim Your climate love has received over 50 agrees! We have reached out to UN Environment Programme by email and requested a response. I will keep you updated on any progress! To reach more people and increase the chance of a response, click the Share button above to share the review on your social accounts. For every new member that joins We Don't Have Time from your network, we will plant a tree and attribute it to you! /Adam, We Don't Have Time
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Cop28 topic will be a game changer that will transform our environment to better future
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I believe COP28 will bear good fruits.
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Euronews reveals a stark reality: the world is on a trajectory for up to 2.9°C of warming, as per current climate plans, according to a UN report. This alarming forecast signals a perilous path, surpassing the recommended 1.5°C target. Urgent, transformative action is needed to avert catastrophic consequences. Let's amplify this warning, urging leaders to escalate their efforts and prioritize the future of our planet. The time for decisive, global action is now. For more information, read the article here: https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/11/20/world-on-track-for-up-to-29c-of-warming-under-current-climate-plans-un-report-warns
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I don't think if this should be directed to UN!!
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Quite depressing
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This is deeply concerning 😟.
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It is a scorching hot morning in Turkana County, northern Kenya. The ground is dry and sandy, punctuated with small gorse bushes and occasional trees. Tall, thin termite nests point like fingers at the cloudless sky. In some places, dust swirls in miniature whirlwinds. Yellow locusts swarm around the remaining vegetation, stragglers from the recent locust invasion. It seems barely habitable, but people survive here, herding hardy animals like camels and goats, and moving around in search of pasture. https://www.unicef.org/kenya/stories/Responding-to-climate-change-in-Kenyas-semi-arid-regions
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Dear Abraham Jok Atem Your climate love has received over 50 agrees! We have reached out to UN Environment Programme by email and requested a response. I will keep you updated on any progress! To reach more people and increase the chance of a response, click the Share button above to share the review on your social accounts. For every new member that joins We Don't Have Time from your network, we will plant a tree and attribute it to you! /Adam, We Don't Have Time
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The world has the tools to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to secure a sustainable future if more ambitious actions are taken, a United Nations report has said, noting that actions taken so far are not enough to tackle the growing threats posed by climate change. A UN panel of scientists stressed in a synthesis report on Monday that there are multiple, feasible and effective options to adapt to climate change. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/20/world-can-tackle-climate-change-but-must-be-more-ambitious-ipcc
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Collective and decisive action is imperative for a sustainable future.
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UN is doing great as a watchdog for climate action. I hope all of us can embrace these recommendations for the sake of a sustainable environment.
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UN is doing great job to ensure there is sustainable environment
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Climate change is a top driver of humanitarian need and human suffering, particularly for the poorest countries. The impacts threaten to deepen already wide inequalities, resulting in consequences felt by the world at large, including instability, violence and displacement. In a recent speech on humanitarian policy, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Mark Lowcock, made the case for action to support the world’s most vulnerable communities, stressing that in 2020, 12 of the 20 countries most vulnerable to climate change had an inter-agency humanitarian appeal. He detailed ongoing and destabilizing fallout from pressures on livelihoods, water, food and health, among other issues. https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/the-climate-crisis-is-a-humanitarian-crisis
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We must take urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help vulnerable communities adapt to the impacts of climate change.
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We need to take care of our environment better
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This is real they need to be more careful about the environment
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On November 7 to 9, nature's champions, leaders, dreamers, and doers will meet at the Nature for Life Hub 2023 organised by UNEP, UNDP and the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. This gathering aims to spark global action in the quest to safeguard nature and achieve the ambitious goals set out by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. The best part is that the event is open to everyone interested, feel free to register and get access to the schedule. The Nature for Life Hub 2023 offers a three-day virtual program that explores various thematic journeys. Day 1: Protecting and restoring nature to protect and restore our future: Identifying what it will take to deliver the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Day 2: Delivering a Nature-positive Economy: Transforming systems to create incentives for an economy that accounts for nature’s values. Day 3: Promoting Whole-of-Society Approaches for Nature: Fostering collaboration to protect, restore and manage nature. It's a great opportunity to learn and connect from wherever you are and engage and connect with experts, visionaries, and change-makers who are committed to preserving our planet and have the knowledge, experience, and passion to drive positive change in the world. After participating in the event, you'll have the chance to download a certificate of participation. In addition, access on-demand content and recorded sessions from the virtual resource center during and after the event. So don't miss out, register now 👇 https://www.learningfornature.org/en/nature-for-life-hub-2023/
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Promoting whole-of-society approaches for nature is crucial in addressing our interconnected environmental challenges.
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This is great ... Nature needs to be protected
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This is fantastic. Safeguarding the nature is the way to go
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Since its inception in 2005, the annual Champions of the Earth award has been given to trailblazers at the forefront of efforts to protect people and planet. It is the UN’s highest environmental honour. Including this year’s five Champions, the award has recognized 116 laureates: 27 world leaders, 70 individuals and 19 organizations. UNEP received a record 2,500 nominations this cycle, marking the third consecutive year that nominations have reached a high-water mark. “Plastic pollution is a deeply concerning strand of the triple planetary crisis. For the sake of our health and planet, we must end plastic pollution. This will take nothing less than a complete transformation, to reduce the amount of plastics produced and eliminate single-use plastics; and to switch to reuse systems and alternatives that avoid the negative environmental and social impacts that we are witnessing with plastic pollution,” said Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UNEP. “As negotiations to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution progress, this year’s Champions of the Earth demonstrate that innovative solutions are available that can inspire us to rethink our relationship with plastic. UNEP’s 2023 Champions of the Earth are: Mayor Josefina Belmonte of Quezon City, Philippines, honoured in the Policy Leadership category, is driving environmental and social action through a raft of policies to combat the climate crisis, end plastic pollution and green the urban enclave. Her initiatives include bans on single-use plastics, a trade-in programme for plastic pollution, refill stations for everyday essentials and advocacy for strong global policymaking on plastics. Ellen MacArthur Foundation (United Kingdom), honoured in the Inspiration and Action category, has played a leading role in mainstreaming a lifecycle approach, including for plastics. The foundation has published reports and established networks of private and public sector decision makers, as well as academia, to develop lifecycle initiatives and solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, plastic pollution and more. It leads the Global Commitment with UNEP. Blue Circle (China), honoured in the Entrepreneurial Vision category, uses blockchain technology and the internet of things to track and monitor the full lifecycle of plastic pollution – from collection to regeneration, re-manufacturing and re-sale. It has collected over 10,700 tonnes of marine debris, making it China’s largest marine plastic waste programme. José Manuel Moller (Chile), also honoured in the Entrepreneurial Vision category, is the founder of Algramo, a social enterprise dedicated to providing refill services that reduce plastic pollution and lower the costs of everyday essentials. Moller also works to prevent, reduce and sustainably manage waste through his role as Vice Chair of the UN Advisory Board of Eminent Persons on Zero Waste, an initiative set up in March 2023. Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (South Africa), honoured in the Science and Innovation category, uses cutting-edge technology and multidisciplinary research to develop innovations to tackle plastic pollution and other issues. It is a pioneer in identifying sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics, establishing opportunities for local manufacturing and economic development and testing plastic biodegradability. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/uns-highest-environmental-honour-celebrates-innovative-solutions
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Congratulations are in order.
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Congratulations to all the winners. This is a great way to motivate climate action champions.
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Congratulations to all winners!
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Please take a couple of minutes to watch the video below, you'll see there are many reasons why companies must be involved in programs such as the Carbon Literacy Project https://carbonliteracy.com/ Autotrader, a huge UK company has led the way, with other big car manufacturers such as Nissan, Ford, WW, Vauxhall, to get involved with CLP This company is leading by example and it is clearly demonstrating the benefits out of it, Let alone the huge step towards climate action, now the staff is truly engaged and committed to climate action So, it is quite easy why I have written this climate love review, by this, I really encourage the UN environment program to promote initiatives in this way, where the spread of the culture on climate action is effective and generates awareness and commitment, furthermore like the Autotrader's example, influencing others to do so https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PucFPpBULq0
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This is the epitome of commitment. Great work here
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Autotrader's commitment to the Carbon Literacy Project is a remarkable example of why carbon literacy should be a priority in ESG efforts. This video demonstrates how companies can lead the way, inspiring others in the industry to engage in climate action. The positive impact on staff engagement and commitment is evident. This review serves as a strong endorsement for the UN environment program to promote similar initiatives, effectively spreading a culture of climate action and influencing others to follow suit. #ClimateAction #ESG 🌍👏🌱
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Creating awareness is key in the whole process of transition into climate ethics and actions
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The Carbon Literacy Project An action the UN environment program should promote actively and get the certifications themselves. I guess it is not by chance that this platform is called “We don’t have time”, everyone here knows that we must do something the sooner the better at fighting climate change because there is neither planet B nor plan B. Every action counts and here I want to present to you a great initiative created in the UK that is having great success and is clearly making a big difference I’m glad to present you with the https://carbonliteracy.com/ The Carbon Literacy Project is a unique project, working with everyone who lives, works or studies, to offer a day's worth of training to the Carbon Literacy Standard. Once Carbon Literate, we have an instinctive understanding of the carbon impacts of our activities, are able to make informed choices, and, driven by urgency, act positively to address climate change. Today, over 72,452 individuals from over 5,404 organizations are Carbon Literate - are you? I also guess that all of you participating in this platform, have a vast culture and awareness of climate change but, here you’ll have the chance to increment and ensure that your knowledge, culture, and awareness will be at maximum level, you’ll also be asked to make a pledge and of course, influence others Furthermore, for people who really want to enroll in climate action, there is the chance to become a Carbon Literacy facilitator, trainer, or consultant, and for companies, there is the chance as well to show their commitment by getting the C.L.O.’s (Carbon Literate Organization), among the 5,404 organizations today you’ll find Siemens, BASF, BBC, NHS, Kia, Palatine etc..) The achievements this project has reached up to September are: There are some more features you'll find there like the chance to create courses focused on particular audiences, in CLP there are some pre-accredited courses for sectors like the Health sector, Sports, social housing, Universities & Colleges There is also a monthly newsletter in which you’ll have all the information from the new project, all the near-scheduled courses, and examples of pledges made. By this, I encourage the UN environment program to enroll in this project, have the course, certificate all the staff, get the C.L.O as an organization and of course encourage and influence others to do so, it is a very effective way to increase the culture, compromise and awareness of a vast majority of the population I am a Certified Carbon Literate myself and I have created a course certified by them oriented to the company’s management as in my opinion is the best way to cascade the information down in the organization, I could give the course (altruistically) or get in contact directly with CLP or other trainers
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The Carbon Literacy Project is a commendable initiative that should be actively promoted by organizations such as the UN environment program.
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The Carbon Literacy Project is a commendable initiative that equips individuals with a deep understanding of carbon impacts and empowers them to take meaningful climate action. It's heartening to see over 72,452 individuals and numerous organizations participating. Encouraging the UN Environment Program to actively promote and embrace this project, while becoming a Certified Carbon Literate Organization (C.L.O.), is a significant step towards enhancing global climate awareness and action. This initiative can play a pivotal role in increasing climate culture, commitment, and awareness on a broader scale. Your personal involvement and course creation for company management are excellent contributions to the cause.
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It is the toolkit that is missed towards implementing SDGs💡
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@majdi_alnajjar I could not agree more with you, very good commnet
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On September 12, 2023, a UNEP and partner report introduced a comprehensive strategy to decarbonize the construction sector and minimize waste, known as the "Avoid-Shift-Improve" approach. Titled "Building materials and the climate: Constructing a new future," the report presents a three-pronged solution for policymakers, manufacturers, architects, developers, engineers, builders, and recyclers. This approach aims to curtail "embodied carbon" emissions and mitigate the adverse ecological impacts associated with building material production and deployment. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/news/spotlight-climate-action#update35563
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Such a strategy will go a long way in improving the health of our planet
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UN is really committed we hope all the nation will join hands together 🙏
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A magnificent strategy towards decarbonisation, this is a step towards the right direction.
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I have one clear thing on my mind: since the first humans on earth, they have always wanted to improve, have a more comfortable life, and thus have more money and riches, that itself is not bad, human beings have to always improve by nature. Thus, this is what human beings have done since the beginning, but it always has caused problems because some people fall into excessive avarice, and for them, the priority n# 1, and their objective is to become richer the sooner the better, no matter what they have to do to get those riches, and what the consequences are for the planet and the population. What is exponentially increasing the problem, is technology, which allows us to do more things faster, create big companies owned by shareholders, which is making the spread of this culture widely or it is democratizing it. Now, one big consequence of that is climate change, recently called the ebullition era by the UN, and day by day is getting worse. In the pictures above, there is a small example of all the phenomena that are occurring daily in everyday most places around the planet. These phenomena have different grades of consequences for nature, biodiversity, and human beings depending on which part of the planet takes place, but, despite the fact that all of them are really negative ones, depending on the part of the planet, nowadays, in some countries are totally catastrophic ones, we have invented the term Climate justice, to define that people who emit the lees are suffering the most, leading another new concept as climate migrations While all of this is happening, big companies and corporations are on the rally to obtain more benefits and provide bigger dividends to shareholders, and of course, they are achieving it. The word here is growth, if, at any moment that is not happening, it is considered a failure, the culture now is that a company earns 10€mio one year and the next one 8€mio, they do not say we have a profit of 8€mio but a loss of 2€mio. The following article is what has triggered me to write this note. https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/aug/01/bp-profits-climate-crisis-oil-prices In this case, they are talking about BP, but you all know that it is exactly the same for all the big fossil fuel companies and others say, in the surrounding areas (banks, funds, etc) This paragraph in the article shelf explains what I say before: "The company blamed falling oil and gas markets for the drop in profits from $8.5bn in the same period last year when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine ignited a rise in global energy markets." It seems that a very catastrophic situation like the Russian invasion created the price basis, where not only does the world population have to suffer from climate consequences, but price inflation as well, with the same amount of money, people get fewer things, sometimes up to the point of not being enough for a decent human life. The sum up all of this and I’ve said if we do not stop this immediately, and change our culture and behavior, quite soon, there is not going to be a planet like there was a few years ago, today we all see and know the changes, it is clearly stated that there is no plan B. We all are advised by many sources, watch a lot of facts, and still, there are people that yet, their priority is the benefits above all. I remembered the sentence in Kansa’s song “Dust in the Wind”, “All your money won’t another minute buy”, that, no negationist could dismiss it. But the big problem here is that they are cutting the minutes for the people tat are not guilty.
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This thought-provoking piece emphasizes the detrimental consequences of a culture focused on short-term gain at the expense of our planet's future. It's a poignant reflection on humanity's innate drive to improve and accumulate wealth, which, while not inherently negative, can lead to issues when driven by excessive avarice. The author highlights how technology and shareholder-driven companies exacerbate the problem, especially concerning climate change. The concept of climate justice and the subsequent climate migrations underscore the global disparities in climate impact.
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It is important to remember that we are all in this together.
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There is no doubt that we are facing all the catastrophic consequences of climate change, extreme temperatures, droughts, bushfires, sea rising, climate migrations, supply chain disruptions, and above all, climate justice where the people who emit the less are suffering the most. There is only one solution for that, and it is climate action, which itself, covers an awful lot of actions we must do to avoid a final catastrophe I will focus on energy efficiency, especially for companies of all kinds but the manufacturing sector in particular, as they are ones of the major consumers. The vision is quite clear and simple: The cleanest and the cheapest energy is the one that is not consumed – 0 energy waste. It is one big action for climate as logically, any energy consumption reduction always means emissions reduction as well so, in this course you will learn how to always consume the less energy possible from the cleanest one The benefits of getting into energy efficiency not only provide you with emissions reduction which makes you more sustainable but also there is another big benefit coming out of it. If you reduce your consumption, then your energy bill will be cheaper which will make your company more competitive. Any wasted energy is like throwing money into the waste bin and of course, generating unnecessary emissions, having done the course, this will be always in your culture. The course was designed by me when I was the energy champion at a big manufacturing foods facility from Unilever. It is based on a very simple methodology and discipline that brings huge consumption reductions, always looking at inefficiencies, energy waste, and improvements, studying them, attacking them, and correcting them. The course is split into 3 chapters and as you see there, it starts with The financial vision of energy efficiency, how paying attention to consumptions on invoices will drive cost and emissions reduction by reducing consumption, and how the financial department could lead the energy efficiency. The finance department always manages all the information in the company, then the issue, is how to share this information with the company, making everybody aware of consumptions, emissions, and costs, provide to all the company with clear graphical information on actual consumption, compared with objectives and past years. As it is shown in the chart, the successful way for the company on energy efficiency must be by increasing and growing the business while always reducing energy consumption. My proposal is to be leaders in energy efficiency, that is a clear task that needs to be led and I ask you, could the finance department lead the energy efficiency?, from my side the answer is clearly yes it could, and I am the prove to it. Chapter 2 is the technical vision of energy efficiency. Here, you’ll start calculating your footprint, create a valuable set of KPI’s, a measurement system, vital for energy efficiency, (you’ll get what you measure), the typology of energy loss, the consumption reduction steps, what is the model area, and many examples of loses detected per type, and the countermeasures applied with and without investments, calculating the ratio B/C and pay-back or ROI if there is an investment, finally on this chapter we will see the efficiency between different technologies. Chapter 3 The E.O.T. team (Energy Optimization Team) In this chapter, we will see the governance of this project, what an E.O.T. is?, and how to create and manage it. who are the components? and what methodology does the team use? This E.O.T. team is the heart of the energy efficiency approach in the company, which is totally focused, oriented, and in charge of applying the methodology and discipline. Chapter 4 Why do you need a Decarbonization Plan and how to create it? · Guide you to the SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) as the best way to make and show credible commitments. · Greenwashing, what is it and why you should avoid it as both a company and consumer. How to get the course? I’m providing the course for free, as my purpose and action plan on climate action is to help reduce consumption and emissions, thus, I’ve put my experience into the course and, I’m totally sure that the more you follow the methodology and discipline proposed, the more emissions will be cut. This course is the translation into English from the original one that you’ll find in https://www.ateneodeenergia.org/presentamos/1406-jesus-bartolome
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This not only helps in reducing the catastrophic consequences of climate change but also brings economic benefits by saving on energy costs. Furthermore, it is essential to address the issue of climate justice, ensuring that the most vulnerable communities are supported in adapting to and mitigating the impacts of climate change.
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We are facing all these disasters simply because of our inactivity in doing and/or not turning to sustainable projects.
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Energy efficiency can help companies reduce their emissions and costs and is a key part of climate action.
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Fossil fuel exploration should cease globally by 2030 and funding to rescue poor countries from the impacts of the climate crisis should reach $200bn (£165bn) to $400bn a year by the same date, according to proposals in a UN report before the next climate summit. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/oct/05/un-report-urges-global-end-to-fossil-fuel-exploration-by-2030
UN report urges global end to fossil fuel exploration by 2030
Climate crisis funding for poor nations should reach $200bn to $400bn a year by same date, says pre-Cop28 report
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/oct/05/un-report-urges-global-end-to-fossil-fuel-exploration-by-2030
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Let's carry this to COP28!
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This is exactly what we need ... Global end of fossil fuels
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Let's act now, tomorrow is late
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A new global framework to reduce environmental risks from chemicals and waste was adopted at a UN conference on Saturday, with countries committing to phase out the most harmful ones. https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/09/1141717
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It's a positive development for the health of our planet.
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Harmful chemicals should be banned completely
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Sustainable waste management strategies are essential to mitigate the impact of overconsumption and improper waste disposal, requiring a comprehensive and coordinated approach from various stakeholders.