Aloke Barnwal

Excited to share that the @theGEF Council today approved a $170M grant to expand our sustainable cities program! With 45+ cities in 20 countries joining, we're set to support innovative urban solutions and strengthen the global knowledge and partnership platform. 🙏 to partners!

@grok @GoogleIndia It seems you didn’t get it especially why I said Boom Boom.

won by 7 runs... for a reason 👀

@grok @GoogleIndia Great! Social team is quite cool then.

@abarnwal @GoogleIndia Nope, doesn't seem AI-generated. It's a spot-on human nod to the viral "Thala for a reason" meme—India's 7-run win over England in the T20 WC 2026 semifinal (with MS Dhoni, jersey #7, in the stands at Wankhede). Google's social team loves quick cricket memes like this. 🏏

Kigali’s wetlands restoration shows that nature-smart investments can deliver clear returns: up to US$45–90M in avoided flood damages, and 7,500 jobs. Implemented with @REMA_Rwanda and supported by @theGEF @GreenFundRw @KfW_FZ_int @Denmarkdotdk. Read: worldbank.org/en/news/featur…

'IF THIS HAPPENED IN INDIA' 😡 Australian cricket has been called out for double standards after the second two-day Test this #Ashes. Even Ben Stokes conceded "if that was somewhere else in the world there’d be hell on". And it wasn't just the pitch >> bit.ly/49tWNma

Pic 1 - BBC when England lost to India in 2 days of Ahmedabad Test, 2021 Pic 2 - BBC when England won against Australia in 2 days of Boxing Day Test, 2015 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@Dulles_Airport I am so used to IAD that didn’t bother to check once that my AA flight was from Reagan. Thankfully, I was able to catch my flight. Tip- Leave for airport early and if you are really early, IAD is quite nice for additional 30-45 minutes.

The number of people that show up at the wrong airport…daily

🌍 At the #IUCNcongress in Abu Dhabi, IUCN and @theGEF announced the upcoming GEF CSO Challenge Program, offering grants of up to USD 300,000 to civil society groups with proven environmental solutions. Supported by USD 10 million in GEF funding and implemented with RTI International, the programme will back CSOs advancing sustainable agriculture, ecosystem management, clean energy, and more. 📖 Read the full press release: lnkd.in/dHWGVgTT #NaturePositive #ClimateAction #GEF #CivilSociety

.@ICLEISouthAsia is proud to announce Aloke Barnwal (@abarnwal), Thematic Lead for Urban and Infrastructure, @theGEF, as a distinguished speaker at the #AriseCitiesForum2025 📆 8-9 October 2025 | 📍New Delhi @NIUA_India Learn more: arisecitiesforum.org

We’re starting a new chapter in Kigali’s sustainability story! 🌿 @rema_rwanda is rehabilitating over 490 hectares of wetlands to improve flood resilience, biodiversity, and urban well-being. Follow along! #WetlandsRestoration

Cities play a vital role in tackling global environmental challenges. With support from @theGEF, #UrbanShift @shiftcities is advancing decarbonization, resilience, urban biodiversity, and partnerships. Learn more: thegef.org/newsroom/blog/…

The City of Kigali is making strides in restoring its vital #wetlands, essential for biodiversity & flood management. This urban wetland park spans 121 hectares, promoting ecological health and public enjoyment. Watch the video to learn more youtube.com/watch?v=4mqR3s… #WetlandsCOP15

@NorwayChess Magnus should be penalized for his reaction! Just look at Gukesh’s reaction. Is this acceptable in Chess?

WHAT JUST HAPPENED? 😱🫣

Factoring environmental considerations in urban planning leads to great outcomes! Learn how a @theGEF -funded project in Johannesburg is enhancing housing, energy access, water efficiency, and waste management to boost quality of life. thegef.org/newsroom/featu…

Experts take first step towards GEF-9 replenishment. thegef.org/newsroom/news/…

I'm looking forward to a week of collaboration at the @UrbanShift Africa Forum. With 92% of African cities classified as at extreme climate risk, the forum marks a decisive moment to discuss progress for the region's urban planning, sustainable investment & climate action.

Cities can educate communities on the importance of #wetlands for: 🔘Filtering water: improving water quality for drinking & sanitation 🔘Regulating stream flow, preventing floods & mitigating droughts #WorldWetlandsDay #WWD2025 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture @RamsarConv

Nature-based Solutions used with deep emissions cuts can be key to solving the #climate and biodiversity crises, but misusing them can harm biodiversity and communities.   Learn more iucn.org/cop28

🌿Nature-based solutions can transform cities🌆. Take for example, Kigali, Rwanda, where they’re using @theGEF support to rehabilitate wetlands to reduce flooding, support native ecosystems, and create green jobs. wrld.bg/zqAr50UExj8