Susanne Pedersen

The World Happiness Report 2026 once again highlights Northern Europe as the world’s happiest region.

Glaciers cover 10% of Earth, but in Antarctica they blanket 99% and hold enough ice to raise sea level nearly 60 m if it all melted. Urgent climate action is needed to protect these glaciers and the Southern Ocean that help regulate our planet’s climate. 🌊❄️#WorldDayforGlaciers

At 44, a handball legend waves goodbye: Hans Lindberg retires from the Danish national team 🇩🇰🥹 🔝 300+ caps 🥇 Paris 2024 Olympics 🥇 2023 & 2019 World Championships 🥈 2013 & 2011 World Championships #handball

In-form Bodø/Glimt striker Kasper Høgh has earned his first Denmark call-up 👏 🇩🇰

Finland has ranked as the world’s happiest country for the 9th year in a row, according to the latest World Happiness Report, with Nordic nations continuing to dominate the top positions. The report places Iceland second and Denmark third, while Costa Rica rises to fourth place, marking its highest position to date. Sweden ranks fifth and Norway sixth, meaning all Nordic countries appear within the top ten. Read more at helsinkitimes.fi

Copenhagen, Denmark 🇩🇰

The circle bridge in Denmark is made up of 5 interconnected platforms. In order to accommodate taller boats, the central section of the bridge swings open The bridge was designed by Olafur Eliasson. 📹 Jan Crone Foster

🇩🇰✅ 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 | Bodø/Glimt striker Kasper Høgh (25) has earned his FIRST ever call-up to the Denmark national team! ✨ He registered 5 goals + 3 assists in the UEFA Champions League this season. Well deserved. 👏

All 5 Nordic countries in the top 6 in the World Happiness Report. We do something right in the Nordics so that it is possible for people to live good lives here. Three key ingredients are that we are inclusive, secure and functioning societies. #Nordics #happiness

🇫🇮 Finland has been named the world’s happiest country for the ninth consecutive year in the 2026 World Happiness Report. Top 10 Happiest Countries (2026) 1. Finland 🇫🇮 2. Iceland 🇮🇸 3. Denmark 🇩🇰 4. Costa Rica 🇨🇷 5. Sweden 🇸🇪 6. Norway 🇳🇴 7. Netherlands 🇳🇱 8. Israel 🇮🇱 9. Luxembourg 🇱🇺 10. Switzerland 🇨🇭

81% of companies see invasive alien species (IAS) as a critical or moderate business risk — yet many don't see the threat to their own organisation. A new report by @FaunaFloraInt & @IUCN (supported by @TNFD) reveals the top barriers to action: ⚠️ Lack of data (53%) 📉 Low awareness (50%) 💸 Cost constraints (41%) IAS are among the top 5 drivers of biodiversity loss. The solution? Collaboration is key. Read the full report: bit.ly/40xDoMb

The latest update of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ reveals that more than half of bird species globally are in decline. The most prevalent cause of bird population declines is habitat loss and degradation. Learn what can be done info.iucn.org/3WMsccn

An ordinary day at a Danish kindergarten. The children are cheering by calling out the name of their friend who is about to jump into a muddy puddle.

A common language helps us better protect nature ⛰️ The IUCN Global Ecosystem Typology is now the UN-accepted standard for monitoring global biodiversity. A rigorous framework based on ecosystem function and composition Explore the world’s biomes here 👇🏽 global-ecosystems.org

We need to protect and conserve at least 30% of the planet, but how do we decide where to protect? Key Biodiversity Areas are a critical tool for focusing on the most important places #ForNature. bit.ly/3Hddy6H #KBAs

A supermarket in Thailand replaced plastic packaging with banana leaves. A simple idea that makes a big difference.🌿

Great news! Giant pandas are no longer classified as 'endangered'. After 30 years of slow but steady progress, the IUCN downgraded them to 'vulnerable' on the global list of species at risk of extinction after their population increased by 17% in a decade. This shows that conservation efforts are working and provides hope for the world's other threatened wildlife.

DENMARK JUST DROPPED THE MOST GENIUS THING EVER…

This school in Denmark is covered in #solar panels. It's the longest solar panel facade in the world. RT if you think all schools should get a solar upgrade. #ActOnClimate #climate #renewables #sustainability #solar #energy #innovation #tech #design #GreenNewDeal

Norway, a country with just over 5 million people, manages the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund — worth nearly $2 trillion. This translates to around $340,000 for every citizen, making it one of the richest countries per capita. The fund was built from oil revenues, but instead of spending it all, Norway invested globally in stocks, bonds, and green energy projects. It serves as a safety net for future generations, ensuring the country’s wealth continues long after oil production declines. Norway’s model is admired worldwide as an example of smart resource management. It shows how natural resources can be transformed into long-term prosperity when governments prioritize sustainability and financial discipline.