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#DYK Climate change is the ultimate "tragedy of the commons". Join us for #ClimateWednesday today at 6PM WAT via twitter.com/i/spaces/1RJjp… with @Emi_BenO, ED, Positive Action for Climate initiative (PACi) @PA_Climate Topic: Why Climate Change Demands Multilateral Action

Journalism is one of the most powerful tools we have to hold leaders accountable on climate change.— Leonardo DiCaprio #ClimateAction #MediaForChang

The war in the Middle East is taking a terrible human toll across the region. Civilians suffering. Lives torn apart. Economies stalling. And the conflict’s brutal social and economic impacts have spread like a pandemic to every nation – as fossil fuel cost chaos squeezes household, business and government budgets. bit.ly/4cMbpiG via Environews

If the story of climate change is told with urgency and truth, the media can turn awareness into global action.— Al Gore #ClimateAction #MediaForChang

Countries and partners have reached consensus on a new programming strategy for the Global Environment Facility’s Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF) and Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF), marking a key step toward scaling adaptation action for the world’s most vulnerable countries. bit.ly/4w70TtX via Environews

In the Dominican Republic, forest conservation is helping rural women lead the way in the coffee sector. From training to decision‑making, sustainable coffee is opening doors to jobs and leadership for them. Learn more: wrld.bg/K22M50YTZpc

Guinea has joined #WBGAgriConnect! #Guinea’s new AgriConnect Compact aligns 3 priorities: ➡️rural infrastructure ➡️public reforms & investments ➡️private finance mobilization Goal: Accelerate agricultural transformation, job creation, and food security. wrld.bg/bZP250YTZln

We are pleased to share our "First Quarter 2026 Newsletter", highlighting key achievements, insights, and milestones from the start of the year. This edition captures our progress, ongoing initiatives, and the impact of our collective efforts. We invite you to read, engage, and stay connected as we continue to build momentum for the year ahead. Read via this link: bit.ly/FirstQuarterRe…

Happy World Tuna Day! 🌊🐟 Today, we raise our voices for the protection of tuna species and the health of our oceans, because sustainable fishing today secures food, livelihoods, and marine ecosystems for the future. Let’s advocate for responsible practices and stronger conservation efforts to ensure tuna populations thrive for generations to come. #WorldTunaDay #SaveOurOceans

Day One in Nashville marked 20 years of impact. @algore reflected on the legacy of “An Inconvenient Truth” and the work ahead. Progress is real, and so is the urgency. From Kathy Mattea to Scoot Teasley, the energy showed up strong. Day Two is underway. Follow @BrownGirl_Green for BTS on IG. instagram.com/climatereality/

Join the Climate Reality Book Club for an upcoming webinar on “Growing Papaya Trees” by Dr. Jessica Hernandez, her highly anticipated follow-up to “Fresh Banana Leaves,” exploring the colonial roots of climate catastrophe. See you May 4 at 6 PM ET! bit.ly/DrHernandezBoo…

Protecting workers today means adapting workplaces to a changing climate, ensuring that policies, systems, and environments evolve to meet new and emerging risks. - Inspired by World Health Organization #SafeWork #ClimateAction

Welcome to the month of May! As a climate-focused organization, this month brings renewed momentum for action—driving community engagement, advancing climate solutions, and strengthening advocacy for a more resilient and sustainable future. Together, let’s turn awareness into impact and continue building a healthier planet for all. #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture

Today, we celebrate the dedication, resilience, and hard work of every worker who keeps our communities, economies, and societies moving forward. Your efforts—seen and unseen—make a lasting impact, and today we honor your contributions and commitment. Happy International Workers’ Day! #WorkersDay #CelebrateWorkers

The First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels concluded in Santa Marta, Colombia, on Thursday, with almost 60 countries addressing what decades of UN climate negotiations have largely avoided: the need to wind down fossil fuel production itself. bit.ly/4cWzYrN via Environews

Safety is a matter of life and death it determines whether people we work with return home safely, especially as climate-related hazards increase the risks workers face daily.— Sir Brian Appleton #SafeWork #ClimateAction

From farms to construction sites, climate change is already impacting workers’ health and safety, making it urgent for employers and governments to strengthen protections and preparedness.— Chihoko Asada-Miyakawa #SafeWork #ClimateAction

Australian scientists are developing solar-powered technologies to convert plastic waste into clean fuels, offering potential solution to both pollution and energy challenges. bit.ly/4w5TD1y via Environews