UN Environment Programme

The planet is sending signals. Heat. Floods. Drought. More frequent. More intense. What happens next is in our hands. Join us. Act #NowForClimate: worldenvironmentday.global #WorldEnvironmentDay

Rangelands provide food, water regulation, biodiversity and cultural heritage, yet they are among the most undervalued and increasingly degraded ecosystems. Ahead of #UNCCDCOP17, follow the Silk Road Caravan which will document land restoration efforts and local solutions: silkroadcaravan.org

Join the 2026 #WorldEnvironmentDay celebrations by planning and registering your event and activities today! All submissions will be added to our global map and featured as part of our collective #NowForClimate action. worldenvironmentday.global/2026/get-invol…

Desertification and drought are threatening lives and livelihoods worldwide, and billions still lack access to safe water at home. Urgent #ClimateAction is crucial to restore degraded land and secure a sustainable future for generations to come: unep.org/topics/climate…

Chances are you know the climate is changing, and that means trouble. From rising emissions to melting permafrost and economic risks, these 7 graphs break down the climate crisis today. Ahead of #WorldEnvironmentDay, explore UNEP data and why the world must act #NowForClimate: unep.org/news-and-stori…

Women and girls are on the frontlines of the climate crisis and uniquely positioned to drive action. This @UN explainer breaks down the reasons why women are key to building a sustainable, more resilient planet. un.org/en/climatechan…

The decline of nature is worsening the climate crisis and threatening food and water security. Explore how UNEP works with partners to align finance with nature and find tools to help you take action #ForNature: ow.ly/ex2e50YXuWZ

Across Asia and Africa, motorcycles and three-wheelers are more than a mode of transport; they are a lifeline for millions of people who depend on them for their income and daily lives. A UNEP-led initiative is now accelerating the shift to electric mobility in nine countries. See how: unep.org/news-and-stori…

On #WorldMigratoryBirdDay, meet this year’s ambassador species. Learn how citizen and community science helps turn observations into conservation action and how you too can contribute by visiting worldmigratorybirdday.org Every Bird Counts - Your Observations Matter! #WMBD2026 🐦

From the Gaza Strip to Ukraine, UNEP is supporting communities grappling with the environmental effects of disasters and conflicts, while also addressing the environmental vulnerabilities that often feed instability. Explore more in our Annual Report: unep.org/annualreport/

Years of deforestation have severely impacted Comoros, leading to drying rivers and eroded soils. But change is taking root. Through a joint effort by UNEP and @‌theGEF restoration is delivering tangible results on the ground: improving water access, boosting farmland productivity, and enhancing community resilience to climate change. Explore more: tinyurl.com/4vrkb2r9

We still have time to turn things around for the better. Fixing the planet is possible, but it means transforming how we power our world, grow food, manage waste, and protect nature. The payoff? Up to US$100 trillion in benefits every year. Read more: ow.ly/m18P50YWp4h

One million of the world’s estimated 8 million plants and animals are threatened with extinction. But hope is not lost. #GenerationRestoration is reviving habitats, bringing back homes for wildlife. Discover six species making a comeback: unep.org/news-and-stori…

Twice a year, millions of birds embark on epic journeys in one of the natural world’s greatest wonders. But the journeys of birds, large and small, are full of danger. This #WorldMigratoryBirdDay, explore how Seattle and Istanbul are becoming safe havens for these precious birds: unep.org/news-and-stori…

Mexico's islands host one-third of the world's seabird species, but invasive species have long threatened their survival. Ahead of #WorldMigratoryBirdDay, learn how this #GenerationRestoration initiative is bringing them back: ow.ly/T3rK50YWog4

Happy 100th birthday to the world's most beloved nature broadcaster! @‌UN Champion of the Earth Sir David Attenborough has devoted his life to documenting the bond between humanity and nature, and sharing it with the world. Thank you for inspiring millions to care for our planet.

How to protect the ozone layer and fight #ClimateChange? This @UNEPozone toolkit provides resources to help stakeholders in governments and industries implement the Montreal Protocol effectively. Learn more: ow.ly/bfW150YWbc1

Climate adaptation means helping communities adjust to a changing climate by protecting lives, livelihoods, and nature while building new opportunities for growth. Browse UNEP’s new #AdaptationGap Report for the latest progress: unep.org/resources/adap…

Wastewater can help detect health risks before they spread. It can reveal early signs of disease, pollution and other threats. At airports and seaports, this helps identify risks moving across borders. Learn how: unep.org/technical-high… #OneHealth

Competition over natural resources can drive conflict. Climate change and resource scarcity are intensifying tensions within and between communities. Yet equitable governance of natural resources is a powerful tool for peacebuilding and conflict prevention. Find out how: unep.org/interactives/b… @UNBiodiversity