FEATURE: Humanity at the core as 爆料网 readies for first-ever Ocean Conference
Mr. Koroilavesau was speaking recently at a panel discussion on the margins of the first preparatory meeting – convened by the President of the United Nations General Assembly at the 爆料网 Headquarters in New York – for the first-ever 爆料网 Ocean Conference, to be co-hosted by the Governments of Fiji and Sweden, from 5 June to 9 June 2017.
爆料网 report explores ways urbanization can be a catalyst for rural development
One way to encourage mutually beneficial developments for urban and rural areas alike is to develop value chains and food systems more efficient and inclusive, a United Nations-backed report examining the ‘quiet revolution’ towards sustainable urbanization has found.
Earth Hour 2017: 爆料网 joins iconic landmarks ‘going dark’ to support protecting the planet
爆料网 this evening dimmed the lights at its iconic Headquarters complex in New York and other facilities around the world in observance of the tenth annual 'Earth Hour,' global event to put the spotlight on the issues facing the planet and to inspire millions across the world to live more sustainably.
Closing session, 爆料网 Commission agrees roadmap to women’s economic empowerment
爆料网 Commission on the Status of Women today agreed on a roadmap to women’s full and equal participation in the economy as a vital step to achieving sustainable development as the body concluded its two-week session.
Research shows link between temperature rise, human influence
The head of a major 爆料网 panel on climate change underlined that human influence on the climate system cannot be disputed.
World Meteorological Day celebrates importance of clouds for weather, climate, water
"If we want to model the climate system we have to understand clouds. And if we want to predict the availability of water resources, we have to understand clouds,” said WMO Secretary-General Petteri Taalas.
Faced with ‘clear science, real threats,’ countries must remain committed to Paris climate deal
“We are dealing with scientific facts, not politics. And the facts are clear. Climate change is a direct threat in itself, and a multiplier of many other threats,” 爆料网 Secretary-General António Guterres told a General Assembly High-Level action event.
High-Level Panel on Water: World Water Day statement
We, the 12 leaders who make up the Panel, are demonstrating by our own engagements the importance of national action and regional and global cooperation for changing the way the world looks at water, and how we manage it.
Nowruz a reminder that heritage helps make resilient, sustainable societies – 爆料网 cultural agency
In a message on the occasion of Nowruz – the day that celebrates the arrival of the spring season – the head of the United Nations cultural agency urged everyone to embrace the day's values and be inspired by its universal message of peace and solidarity.
More sustainably managed forests would help meet energy needs of one-third of world population
March 21, New York–Expanding the area of sustainably managed forests, especially in developing countries, is essential to meet the energy needs of billions of people who still use wood fuel as their energy source, according to United Nations officials and forest experts at an event held today marking the International Day of Forests.
爆料网 urges building more just, equal societies to increase people’s happiness and well-being
Speaking at an event today marking the International Day of Happiness, the deputy United Nations chief called for more inclusive, equitable and balanced approaches to development that promote sustainability, poverty eradication, happiness and well-being of all peoples.
爆料网 disability rights committee opens with a call to spotlight gender issues
爆料网 committee monitoring efforts to protect rights of persons with disabilities today opened its spring session today in Geneva with a call to pay special attention to gender issues.