17Oct 2026
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UN News & Events for SDG 17
Official UN-system stories, events and conference coverage mapped to this Goal.
17Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
UNCCD COP17 advances new pathways for land restoration, drought resilience and implementation
US$1.3 billion portfolio of finance for land restoration and drought resilience across 23 countries, with rangelands at its centre through a US$1.2 billion portfolio spanning 45 projects Progress toward Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN), with…
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
Restoring land, recognizing local knowledge: Community voices at COP17
Land is often discussed at global conferences in hectares, targets and indicators. For the people who live from the land, it is also home, livelihood, culture, memory and identity. At UNCCD COP17, held in…
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
Science at the heart of policy and implementation at COP17
At UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, the Committee on Science and Technology examined how scientific evidence can help countries monitor land degradation, plan for drought and make informed choices about land management.
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
Redrafting the pattern: Fashion4Land traces sustainability back to healthy land
Cashmere can look weightless on a runway. Whether its footprint is equally light depends on the health of the rangelands that produce it. In Mongolia, around 190,000 herder households and 27 million goats are…
17Oct 2026
UNDP
Sustainable Development Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
17Oct 2026
UNDP
UNDP Accountability Mechanism
In June 2014 UNDP adopted mandatory Social and Environmental Standards (SES) for all of UNDP’s projects and programmes effective 1 January 2015.
17Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
17Oct 2026
UNDP
Innovators wanted: UNDP launches USD 1 million global challenge for healthier ocean
UNDP with support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), launched its fifth Ocean Innovation Challenge (OIC) Call for Proposals to accelerate progress on SDG 14 targets. The call invites eligible private sector…
17Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Why karst wetlands are critical for water security – but challenging to protect
Karst wetlands are biodiversity hotspots and crucial water sources, but hard to see and manage. Learn what’s being done to improve protection worldwide.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Rotting food is supercharging the climate crisis. Here’s what to do about that.
Ending the food waste epidemic is both a food security imperative and a climate necessity, because rotting food produces the powerful greenhouse gas methane.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Fire and water: Lessons from running up Mount Kenya
Recent wildfires on Mount Kenya highlight the need to strengthen ecosystem resilience, protect peatlands and prepare for growing climate risks.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Boosting action on climate and nature in focus
Inger Andersen, UNEP Executive Director, called for faster climate action through Kigali ratification, methane cuts and a stronger UNEP to protect people and nature.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
How blended cement, used everywhere from ancient Rome to modern London, could help counter climate change
From the Pantheon to the Burj Khalifa, some of the world’s most remarkable structures reveal how alternative materials can reduce reliance on carbon-intensive clinker while delivering high-performance concrete.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Could electric vehicles help this African capital clean its air and fight climate change?
When it comes to the rise of electric motorcycles, Kenya is one of the world leaders – but the country’s electric mobility revolution faces both tremendous opportunities and unique challenges.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Air conditioning may cool the room, but it also heats the world – here are five more sustainable ways to bring down temperatures
Temperatures in cities are rising fast, and so are emissions from cooling – here are five ways to cool buildings more sustainably, reducing the need for air conditioning.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Call for Expressions of Interest to Host World Environment Day 2028 or 2029
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is inviting Member States to submit expressions of interest to host the global observance of World Environment Day in 2028 or 2029.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Advancing One Health implementation and investment: from country action to sustainable solutions
The Quadripartite organisations highlight country action, science and investment as priorities for advancing One Health at the 9th World One Health Congress in Lisbon, Portugal.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Here’s what to expect at a “pivotal” UN conference on biodiversity
The UN Biodiversity Conference is expected to focus on countries can ramp up efforts to protect the natural world, which experts say is degrading at an alarming rate.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
ED press statement – launch of the State of Biodiversity Report, COP17 Leaders’ Summit
UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen says biodiversity gains are emerging, but faster climate-nature action, policy alignment and finance are crucial to meet GBF goals.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Youth, education and environment
The work of UNEP on youth, education and environment cuts across of UNEP's activities.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
UNEP and the Sustainable Development Goals
The work of UNEP on SDGs is coordinated by the Office of Science.
17Oct 2026
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
16Oct 2026
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16Oct 2026
UN News
As disasters mount, next UN climate summit faces a test of trust
Less than a month before the UN climate conference COP31 opens in Antalya, Türkiye, representatives of three successive summit presidencies gathered to address a pressing question: How can the world restore trust in climate…
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Here’s what to expect at a “pivotal” UN conference on biodiversity
The UN Biodiversity Conference is expected to focus on countries can ramp up efforts to protect the natural world, which experts say is degrading at an alarming rate.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Here’s what to expect at a “pivotal” UN conference on biodiversity that begins today
The UN Biodiversity Conference is expected to focus on countries can ramp up efforts to protect the natural world, which experts say is degrading at an alarming rate.
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
As disasters mount, next UN climate summit faces a test of trust
Less than a month before the UN climate conference COP31 opens in Antalya, Türkiye, representatives of three successive summit presidencies gathered to address a pressing question: How can the world restore trust in climate…
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Ukraine: Civilian casualty rates among ‘deadliest’ in years, as energy attacks intensify
Civilian casualties in Ukraine remain at record levels, with intensified Russian attacks in September continuing a pattern of harm in 2026 far exceeding previous years, UN human rights monitors in Ukraine said on Friday.
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Security Council LIVE: Sudan’s war spreads as drones and hunger take a deadly toll
As drone strikes kill civilians from El Obeid to Blue Nile and famine risk spreads across Darfur and Kordofan, the Security Council meets on Sudan – the world’s largest hunger and displacement crisis. Ambassadors…
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
WHO scales up Ebola readiness in 22 countries across three continents
The World Health Organization (WHO) is strengthening Ebola preparedness amid conflict and displacement affecting millions of lives in a region that spans parts of Africa, Asia and Europe.
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Gaza: 340 children killed despite ceasefire agreement – UNICEF
A little over one year since a ceasefire agreement was announced between Hamas fighters and Israel, more than 340 children have been reported killed and hundreds more injured, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said…
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Guterres urges faster action and financing to stop biodiversity loss
The United Nations Secretary-General appealed on Friday for governments, businesses and communities to accelerate efforts to protect biodiversity for future generations and all life on Earth.
16Oct 2026
UN News
Guterres urges faster action and financing to stop biodiversity loss
The United Nations Secretary-General appealed on Friday for governments, businesses and communities to accelerate efforts to protect biodiversity for future generations and all life on Earth.
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
In Washington, UN Development Chief calls for strong coalition to finance sustainable development
On the eve of the ‘Decade of Action for the SDGs’, Achim Steiner underscores need for investing in long-term structural transformation.
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
UNDP teams up with iHeartMedia to raise awareness around the Sustainable Development Goals
Millions of people in the US and around the world are learning about the SDGs thanks to a public service announcement campaign launched across iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America. The campaign…
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
UNDP and World Zakat Forum launch new partnership to unlock zakat for the SDGs
The World Zakat Forum (WZF) and UNDP signed a three-year memorandum of understanding to help national and international partners leverage and align new sources of financing for the SDGs
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
Global Innovation Initiative for Sustainable Agriculture
Cultiv@te, a global technology and innovation initiative for sustainable agriculture was announced today at the Singapore inTech Festival (SFF) and Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Chief Digital…
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
Endurance athlete Michael Haddad announces “North Pole Walk for Climate Action”
UNDP Goodwill Ambassador for Arab States Michael Haddad will attempt the extraordinary feat of walking 100 kilometres across the North Pole. His ambition: to focus attention on the devastating impact of climate change
16Oct 2026
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
Restoring land, recognizing local knowledge: Community voices at COP17
Land is often discussed at global conferences in hectares, targets and indicators. For the people who live from the land, it is also home, livelihood, culture, memory and identity. At UNCCD COP17, held in…
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
UNCCD COP17 advances new pathways for land restoration, drought resilience and implementation
US$1.3 billion portfolio of finance for land restoration and drought resilience across 23 countries, with rangelands at its centre through a US$1.2 billion portfolio spanning 45 projects Progress toward Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN), with…
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
Science at the heart of policy and implementation at COP17
At UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, the Committee on Science and Technology examined how scientific evidence can help countries monitor land degradation, plan for drought and make informed choices about land management.
16Oct 2026
UNCCD
Redrafting the pattern: Fashion4Land traces sustainability back to healthy land
Cashmere can look weightless on a runway. Whether its footprint is equally light depends on the health of the rangelands that produce it. In Mongolia, around 190,000 herder households and 27 million goats are…
16Oct 2026
UNDP
Sustainable Development Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
16Oct 2026
UNDP
UNDP Accountability Mechanism
In June 2014 UNDP adopted mandatory Social and Environmental Standards (SES) for all of UNDP’s projects and programmes effective 1 January 2015.
16Oct 2026
UNDP
Innovators wanted: UNDP launches USD 1 million global challenge for healthier ocean
UNDP with support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), launched its fifth Ocean Innovation Challenge (OIC) Call for Proposals to accelerate progress on SDG 14 targets. The call invites eligible private sector…
16Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Fire and water: Lessons from running up Mount Kenya
Recent wildfires on Mount Kenya highlight the need to strengthen ecosystem resilience, protect peatlands and prepare for growing climate risks.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Boosting action on climate and nature in focus
Inger Andersen, UNEP Executive Director, called for faster climate action through Kigali ratification, methane cuts and a stronger UNEP to protect people and nature.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Why karst wetlands are critical for water security – but challenging to protect
Karst wetlands are biodiversity hotspots and crucial water sources, but hard to see and manage. Learn what’s being done to improve protection worldwide.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
How blended cement, used everywhere from ancient Rome to modern London, could help counter climate change
From the Pantheon to the Burj Khalifa, some of the world’s most remarkable structures reveal how alternative materials can reduce reliance on carbon-intensive clinker while delivering high-performance concrete.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Could electric vehicles help this African capital clean its air and fight climate change?
When it comes to the rise of electric motorcycles, Kenya is one of the world leaders – but the country’s electric mobility revolution faces both tremendous opportunities and unique challenges.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Rotting food is supercharging the climate crisis. Here’s what to do about that.
Ending the food waste epidemic is both a food security imperative and a climate necessity, because rotting food produces the powerful greenhouse gas methane.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Advancing One Health implementation and investment: from country action to sustainable solutions
The Quadripartite organisations highlight country action, science and investment as priorities for advancing One Health at the 9th World One Health Congress in Lisbon, Portugal.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Air conditioning may cool the room, but it also heats the world – here are five more sustainable ways to bring down temperatures
Temperatures in cities are rising fast, and so are emissions from cooling – here are five ways to cool buildings more sustainably, reducing the need for air conditioning.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Call for Expressions of Interest to Host World Environment Day 2028 or 2029
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is inviting Member States to submit expressions of interest to host the global observance of World Environment Day in 2028 or 2029.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Youth, education and environment
The work of UNEP on youth, education and environment cuts across of UNEP's activities.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
ED press statement – launch of the State of Biodiversity Report, COP17 Leaders’ Summit
UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen says biodiversity gains are emerging, but faster climate-nature action, policy alignment and finance are crucial to meet GBF goals.
16Oct 2026
16Oct 2026
UNEP
UNEP and the Sustainable Development Goals
The work of UNEP on SDGs is coordinated by the Office of Science.
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
15Oct 2026
UNESCO
UNESCO’s Environmental and Social Policies
UNESCO commits to integrating environmental considerations into operations, drawing on expertise from its programs.
15Oct 2026
UNESCO
World Day for Glaciers and World Water Day 2026
UNESCO will celebrate the World Day for Glaciers and the World Water Day at its Headquarters in Paris on 18-19 March 2026, closing the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation 2025 and launching
17Oct 2026
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Rail offers a major opportunity for Europe to cut transport emissions, as road transport still dominates
Transport remains Europe’s most persistent climate challenge. While rail offers a low-emission alternative for moving people and goods, Europe’s continued reliance on road transport is keeping greenhouse gas and pollutant emissions high, according to…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Industrial transformation key to cutting emissions and pollution further in Europe’s energy-intensive industries
Emissions from energy-intensive industries in Europe have fallen sharply over the past two decades, but progress has stalled and the health-related costs of pollution remain high, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA)…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
The EU has cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% since 1990
The European Union's greenhouse gas emissions fell a further 3% between 2023 and 2024, bringing the EU’s total emission reductions to 40% below 1990 levels, according to official EU data sent to the United…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Circular economy offers the EU win-win on environment and economy
Stepping up a circular economy offers the European Union the potential for significant positive impacts on Europe’s environment and poses an untapped and strategic economic opportunity in terms of better access to materials and the creation of new businesses. Three new assessments on circularity, published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA),…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Extreme weather and uneven climate adaptation challenge Europe’s resilience
Europe experiences record-breaking temperatures, severe floods, droughts and wildfires intensified by climate change. The European Environment Agency (EEA) published today three new products dedicated to climate resilience, to help decision-makers, communities and citizens understand…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Europe’s bathing waters remain safe to swim
From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, the vast majority of bathing waters in Europe met the European Union's most stringent ‘excellent’ bathing quality standards in 2025, according to the latest annual bathing water package…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Diversifying Europe’s protein supply could cut emissions and reliance on imported feed
Broadening the range of proteins that Europe produces and consumes could strengthen food security, improve resilience, enhance competitiveness and reduce environmental pressures, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA) report. The benefits depend…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Average CO2 emissions from new cars and vans significantly decreased in 2025
Average carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions from new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles or vans registered in Europe decreased significantly in 2025 compared to 2024, according to provisional data published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA).
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Most EU Member States on track to meet key air pollutant emission reduction commitments
Most EU Member States are on track to meet their 2020-2029 national emission reduction targets for key air pollutants, according to the latest European Environment Agency (EEA) monitoring check-up published today. Reducing ammonia emissions, however, remains a persistent challenge. The EEA has…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Renewables lower energy prices and play key role to reduce vulnerability to fossil fuel supply shocks
Boosting the use of homegrown renewable electricity is Europe’s best way to reduce its vulnerability to volatile international energy supplies and rising energy prices according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) assessment published today.
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Building sustainable competitiveness in an uncertain future
Europe faces an increasingly competitive and uncertain global environment, shaped by geopolitical change, technological disruption and growing exposure to climate and environmental risks. What strategic choices can Europe make today to remain prosperous, resilient…
17Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
European Environment Agency
The European Environment Agency provides sound, independent information on the environment for those involved in developing, adopting, implementing and evaluating environmental policy, and also the general public. In close collaboration with the European Environmental…
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Energy Transition Investment Council – Call for applications
The European Commission has launched a 4-week call for applications for membership of the newly established Energy Transition Investment Council (ETIC) expert group and its National Promotional Banks and Institution (NPBI) and International Financial…
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Methane emissions reporting templates – Commission launches call for feedback
The European Commission has published a draft implementing regulation adopting reporting templates for methane emissions in the energy sector and launched a 4-week call for feedback on the document.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
EU local leaders and authorities gather to discuss affordable energy, housing and climate resilience
Tomorrow, hundreds of mayors, local and regional leaders and representatives from across Europe will come together in Brussels to participate in the EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2026.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Commissioner Jørgensen in Slovakia to discuss energy prices and security with Visegrad Energy Ministers and continue his Affordable Housing Tour
On Monday, 19 October, Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen will be in Bratislava, Slovakia, to discuss high energy prices and security of supply with the energy ministers of the Visegrad Group (Czechia,…
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Recent videos on energy policy
This collection contains DG Energy's latest video clips, aimed at anybody interested in learning more about EU energy policy, subtitles in several EU languages are available for each video.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Articles on energy themes
A collection of recent, easy-to-read articles covering various energy topics, explaining Europe’s role in the clean energy transition.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Energy union indicators webtool
Interactive graphs and tables to monitor progress made towards the energy union strategy objectives.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
REPowerEU – phase out of Russian energy imports
This is the EU’s strategy to phase out Russian energy from EU markets in a gradual and coordinated way.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
AccelerateEU to strengthen EU energy resilience
AccelerateEU proposes actions to address rising energy costs on volatile markets, while speeding up the EU’s shift to homegrown, clean energy.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
EU energy statistical pocketbook and country datasheets
Annual EU energy statistics and energy markets in EU countries data, including national energy profiles.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Energy prices and costs in Europe
Detailed data and analysis of energy prices and costs in Europe, published by the Commission every 2 years.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Equality platform for the energy sector
A forum to discuss equality-related issues and share concrete actions towards enhanced diversity and inclusion in the energy sector.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Environment
Roswall & Schneider commit to stronger EU water enforcement
Commissioner Jessika Roswall & German Federal Minister Carsten Schneider signed a joint statement on water resilience in Germany.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Environment
New EU emissions framework for poultry & pig rearing
The measures, which will begin applying between 2030 and 2032, simplify rules for farmers and reduce red tape.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Environment
Commission presents Water Resilience Investment Accelerator
The newly announced initiative will bring together investors and solution providers to support financing for water-related projects.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Environment
EU delivering on COP17 nature & biodiversity targets
The 17th United Nations Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP17) starts in Yerevan next week, as hopes of building a consensus begin.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Commission adopts certification methodologies for carbon farming under the CRCF Regulation
The European Commission yesterday adopted three certification methodologies for carbon farming under the Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming (CRCF) Regulation.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Remembering the victims of climate disaster and building resilience
Against the backdrop of a summer already marked by heatwaves and wildfires across much of Europe, the European Commission honoured those lost to and affected by the climate crisis while underlining measures to better…
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Over €400 million in EU ETS support given to airlines for using sustainable aviation fuels in 2025
On 8 September 2026, the Commission adopted a new Decision allocating EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) allowances to airlines for using sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in 2025
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Commission publishes terms and conditions for €1 billion industrial heat decarbonisation auction
On 24 September 2026, the Commission published the final Terms and Conditions (T&Cs) for its second Europe-wide auction for projects decarbonising industrial process heat (IF26 Heat Auction).
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Young people meet with Commissioner Hoekstra to discuss EU climate action ahead of COP31
On 1 October 2026, Wopke Hoekstra, Commissioner for Climate, Net-Zero and Clean Growth, met with 16 young people from across Europe for a Youth Policy Dialogue on COP31 to exchange views ahead of the…
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Commission hosts a high-level policy dialogue on the role of forest-based value chains in the EU’s climate transition
Today, Commissioner for Climate, Net Zero and Clean Growth, Wopke Hoekstra brought together representatives of forest owners and the pulp and paper sector for a high-level policy dialogue on Europe’s forest-based value chains.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Citizen support for climate action
European citizens’ perception of climate change and climate action.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
EU Day for the Victims of the Global Climate Crisis
A day to commemorate those lost to and affected by the climate crisis, and to reflect on how we can better protect our communities in a changing climate.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Local and regional climate action
Spearheading a climate-neutral future with Europe’s towns, cities and regions.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
International action on climate change
Because climate change is global.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Research and innovation for climate action
Discover how Horizon Europe uses cutting-edge research and innovation to address climate change.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
EU funding for climate action
How the EU funds climate action in Europe and beyond.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Adaptation and resilience to climate change
Adapting to climate change means taking action to adjust to its present and future impacts.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming
Find out how carbon removals and carbon farming can help the EU achieve its climate targets.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Industrial Carbon Management
Discover what the European Commission is doing to support the deployment of Industrial Carbon Management (ICM) technologies across Europe, while also ensuring their operational safety.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Transport decarbonisation
Transport represents almost a quarter of Europe's greenhouse gas emissions and is the main cause of air pollution in cities.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Effort Sharing: Member States’ emission targets
Sharing the effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in key sectors.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
EU competences in the field of climate action
Both the EU and Member States enact climate policies – but who does what?
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Climate strategies & targets
Our targets for the future, and how we’re going to reach them.
17Oct 2026
European Commission Climate Action
Consequences of climate change
Climate change is a very serious threat, and its consequences impact many different aspects of our lives. Read our overview of climate change’s main consequences.
17Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
UNCCD COP17 advances new pathways for land restoration, drought resilience and implementation
US$1.3 billion portfolio of finance for land restoration and drought resilience across 23 countries, with rangelands at its centre through a US$1.2 billion portfolio spanning 45 projects Progress toward Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN), with…
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
Restoring land, recognizing local knowledge: Community voices at COP17
Land is often discussed at global conferences in hectares, targets and indicators. For the people who live from the land, it is also home, livelihood, culture, memory and identity. At UNCCD COP17, held in…
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
COP17 launches new Drought Resilience Index to support earlier action on drought
Drought resilience is not only about knowing when and where drought will occur. It is about understanding how well societies, economies, ecosystems and institutions can anticipate, prepare for and adapt to its impacts —and…
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
Science at the heart of policy and implementation at COP17
At UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, the Committee on Science and Technology examined how scientific evidence can help countries monitor land degradation, plan for drought and make informed choices about land management.
17Oct 2026
UNCCD
Redrafting the pattern: Fashion4Land traces sustainability back to healthy land
Cashmere can look weightless on a runway. Whether its footprint is equally light depends on the health of the rangelands that produce it. In Mongolia, around 190,000 herder households and 27 million goats are…
17Oct 2026
UNDP
UNDP Accountability Mechanism
In June 2014 UNDP adopted mandatory Social and Environmental Standards (SES) for all of UNDP’s projects and programmes effective 1 January 2015.
17Oct 2026
UNDP
Sustainable Development Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
17Oct 2026
UNDP
ISO and UNDP launch world’s first International Standard to advance action on the Sustainable Development Goals
ISO and UNDP launched ISO/UNDP 53001, Management systems for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Requirements, the world’s first International Standard to help organizations integrate the SDGs into their strategy, governance and…
17Oct 2026
UNDP
Innovators wanted: UNDP launches USD 1 million global challenge for healthier ocean
UNDP with support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), launched its fifth Ocean Innovation Challenge (OIC) Call for Proposals to accelerate progress on SDG 14 targets. The call invites eligible private sector…
17Oct 2026
UNEP
How one programme supported stronger environmental governance in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
The Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific MEAs Programme is helping countries to bolster environmental governance by implementing multilateral environmental agreements.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention at 40: A Legacy of Regional Ocean Governance and Cooperation
As the Nairobi Convention marks 40 years of regional cooperation, COP12 will bring together Western Indian Ocean countries and partners to strengthen ocean governance, advance a sustainable blue economy and chart the region's future.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Why karst wetlands are critical for water security – but challenging to protect
Karst wetlands are biodiversity hotspots and crucial water sources, but hard to see and manage. Learn what’s being done to improve protection worldwide.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Fire and water: Lessons from running up Mount Kenya
Recent wildfires on Mount Kenya highlight the need to strengthen ecosystem resilience, protect peatlands and prepare for growing climate risks.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Rotting food is supercharging the climate crisis. Here’s what to do about that.
Ending the food waste epidemic is both a food security imperative and a climate necessity, because rotting food produces the powerful greenhouse gas methane.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Boosting action on climate and nature in focus
Inger Andersen, UNEP Executive Director, called for faster climate action through Kigali ratification, methane cuts and a stronger UNEP to protect people and nature.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Could electric vehicles help this African capital clean its air and fight climate change?
When it comes to the rise of electric motorcycles, Kenya is one of the world leaders – but the country’s electric mobility revolution faces both tremendous opportunities and unique challenges.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
How blended cement, used everywhere from ancient Rome to modern London, could help counter climate change
From the Pantheon to the Burj Khalifa, some of the world’s most remarkable structures reveal how alternative materials can reduce reliance on carbon-intensive clinker while delivering high-performance concrete.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Air conditioning may cool the room, but it also heats the world – here are five more sustainable ways to bring down temperatures
Temperatures in cities are rising fast, and so are emissions from cooling – here are five ways to cool buildings more sustainably, reducing the need for air conditioning.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Advancing One Health implementation and investment: from country action to sustainable solutions
The Quadripartite organisations highlight country action, science and investment as priorities for advancing One Health at the 9th World One Health Congress in Lisbon, Portugal.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Call for Expressions of Interest to Host World Environment Day 2028 or 2029
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is inviting Member States to submit expressions of interest to host the global observance of World Environment Day in 2028 or 2029.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Nairobi Convention marks 40 years as COP12 charts future of ocean governance
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention concluded with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
ED press statement – launch of the State of Biodiversity Report, COP17 Leaders’ Summit
UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen says biodiversity gains are emerging, but faster climate-nature action, policy alignment and finance are crucial to meet GBF goals.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Here’s what to expect at a “pivotal” UN conference on biodiversity
The UN Biodiversity Conference is expected to focus on countries can ramp up efforts to protect the natural world, which experts say is degrading at an alarming rate.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Youth, education and environment
The work of UNEP on youth, education and environment cuts across of UNEP's activities.
17Oct 2026
UNEP
UNEP and the Sustainable Development Goals
The work of UNEP on SDGs is coordinated by the Office of Science.
17Oct 2026
17Oct 2026
UNEP
Environmental law and governance
The work of UNEP on environmental law and governance is led by the Law Division.
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UN News
As disasters mount, next UN climate summit faces a test of trust
Less than a month before the UN climate conference COP31 opens in Antalya, Türkiye, representatives of three successive summit presidencies gathered to address a pressing question: How can the world restore trust in climate…
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Here’s what to expect at a “pivotal” UN conference on biodiversity
The UN Biodiversity Conference is expected to focus on countries can ramp up efforts to protect the natural world, which experts say is degrading at an alarming rate.
16Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Commissioner Jørgensen in Slovakia to discuss energy prices and security with Visegrad Energy Ministers and continue his Affordable Housing Tour
On Monday, 19 October, Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen will be in Bratislava, Slovakia, to discuss high energy prices and security of supply with the energy ministers of the Visegrad Group (Czechia,…
16Oct 2026
UNEP
Here’s what to expect at a “pivotal” UN conference on biodiversity that begins today
The UN Biodiversity Conference is expected to focus on countries can ramp up efforts to protect the natural world, which experts say is degrading at an alarming rate.
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
FAO
World Food Forum 2026: FAO calls for smarter water governance to safeguard food security
FAO launches digital platform to guide sustainable irrigation investment
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
As disasters mount, next UN climate summit faces a test of trust
Less than a month before the UN climate conference COP31 opens in Antalya, Türkiye, representatives of three successive summit presidencies gathered to address a pressing question: How can the world restore trust in climate…
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Ukraine: Civilian casualty rates among ‘deadliest’ in years, as energy attacks intensify
Civilian casualties in Ukraine remain at record levels, with intensified Russian attacks in September continuing a pattern of harm in 2026 far exceeding previous years, UN human rights monitors in Ukraine said on Friday.
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Security Council LIVE: Sudan’s war spreads as drones and hunger take a deadly toll
As drone strikes kill civilians from El Obeid to Blue Nile and famine risk spreads across Darfur and Kordofan, the Security Council meets on Sudan – the world’s largest hunger and displacement crisis. Ambassadors…
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
WHO scales up Ebola readiness in 22 countries across three continents
The World Health Organization (WHO) is strengthening Ebola preparedness amid conflict and displacement affecting millions of lives in a region that spans parts of Africa, Asia and Europe.
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Gaza: 340 children killed despite ceasefire agreement – UNICEF
A little over one year since a ceasefire agreement was announced between Hamas fighters and Israel, more than 340 children have been reported killed and hundreds more injured, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said…
16Oct 2026
United Nations News
Guterres urges faster action and financing to stop biodiversity loss
The United Nations Secretary-General appealed on Friday for governments, businesses and communities to accelerate efforts to protect biodiversity for future generations and all life on Earth.
16Oct 2026
UN News
Guterres urges faster action and financing to stop biodiversity loss
The United Nations Secretary-General appealed on Friday for governments, businesses and communities to accelerate efforts to protect biodiversity for future generations and all life on Earth.
16Oct 2026
European Commission Environment
EU delivering on COP17 nature & biodiversity targets
The 17th United Nations Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP17) starts in Yerevan next week, as hopes of building a consensus begin.
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
In Washington, UN Development Chief calls for strong coalition to finance sustainable development
On the eve of the ‘Decade of Action for the SDGs’, Achim Steiner underscores need for investing in long-term structural transformation.
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
UNDP teams up with iHeartMedia to raise awareness around the Sustainable Development Goals
Millions of people in the US and around the world are learning about the SDGs thanks to a public service announcement campaign launched across iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America. The campaign…
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
UNDP and World Zakat Forum launch new partnership to unlock zakat for the SDGs
The World Zakat Forum (WZF) and UNDP signed a three-year memorandum of understanding to help national and international partners leverage and align new sources of financing for the SDGs
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
Global Innovation Initiative for Sustainable Agriculture
Cultiv@te, a global technology and innovation initiative for sustainable agriculture was announced today at the Singapore inTech Festival (SFF) and Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Chief Digital…
16Oct 2026
UNDP News Centre
Endurance athlete Michael Haddad announces “North Pole Walk for Climate Action”
UNDP Goodwill Ambassador for Arab States Michael Haddad will attempt the extraordinary feat of walking 100 kilometres across the North Pole. His ambition: to focus attention on the devastating impact of climate change
16Oct 2026
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Rail offers a major opportunity for Europe to cut transport emissions, as road transport still dominates
Transport remains Europe’s most persistent climate challenge. While rail offers a low-emission alternative for moving people and goods, Europe’s continued reliance on road transport is keeping greenhouse gas and pollutant emissions high, according to…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Industrial transformation key to cutting emissions and pollution further in Europe’s energy-intensive industries
Emissions from energy-intensive industries in Europe have fallen sharply over the past two decades, but progress has stalled and the health-related costs of pollution remain high, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA)…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Climate-resilient agriculture may benefit farmers’ incomes
Climate-resilient agriculture can help maintain productivity and stabilise farm incomes—while safeguarding food security and the ecosystem in Europe. Strategic investment and stronger governance are needed to support farms’ transition, shows an EEA briefing published…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
The EU has cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% since 1990
The European Union's greenhouse gas emissions fell a further 3% between 2023 and 2024, bringing the EU’s total emission reductions to 40% below 1990 levels, according to official EU data sent to the United…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Circular economy offers the EU win-win on environment and economy
Stepping up a circular economy offers the European Union the potential for significant positive impacts on Europe’s environment and poses an untapped and strategic economic opportunity in terms of better access to materials and the creation of new businesses. Three new assessments on circularity, published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA),…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Extreme weather and uneven climate adaptation challenge Europe’s resilience
Europe experiences record-breaking temperatures, severe floods, droughts and wildfires intensified by climate change. The European Environment Agency (EEA) published today three new products dedicated to climate resilience, to help decision-makers, communities and citizens understand…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Europe’s bathing waters remain safe to swim
From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, the vast majority of bathing waters in Europe met the European Union's most stringent ‘excellent’ bathing quality standards in 2025, according to the latest annual bathing water package…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Diversifying Europe’s protein supply could cut emissions and reliance on imported feed
Broadening the range of proteins that Europe produces and consumes could strengthen food security, improve resilience, enhance competitiveness and reduce environmental pressures, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA) report. The benefits depend…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Average CO2 emissions from new cars and vans significantly decreased in 2025
Average carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions from new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles or vans registered in Europe decreased significantly in 2025 compared to 2024, according to provisional data published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA).
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Most EU Member States on track to meet key air pollutant emission reduction commitments
Most EU Member States are on track to meet their 2020-2029 national emission reduction targets for key air pollutants, according to the latest European Environment Agency (EEA) monitoring check-up published today. Reducing ammonia emissions, however, remains a persistent challenge. The EEA has…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Renewables lower energy prices and play key role to reduce vulnerability to fossil fuel supply shocks
Boosting the use of homegrown renewable electricity is Europe’s best way to reduce its vulnerability to volatile international energy supplies and rising energy prices according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) assessment published today.
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
Building sustainable competitiveness in an uncertain future
Europe faces an increasingly competitive and uncertain global environment, shaped by geopolitical change, technological disruption and growing exposure to climate and environmental risks. What strategic choices can Europe make today to remain prosperous, resilient…
16Oct 2026
European Environment Agency
European Environment Agency
The European Environment Agency provides sound, independent information on the environment for those involved in developing, adopting, implementing and evaluating environmental policy, and also the general public. In close collaboration with the European Environmental…
16Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Energy Union Task Force meets to ensure coordination on diesel supplies and prices in Europe
The Energy Union Task Force - Security has met today to discuss the latest developments concerning the situation on the diesel market and impact on prices.
16Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Energy Transition Investment Council – Call for applications
The European Commission has launched a 4-week call for applications for membership of the newly established Energy Transition Investment Council (ETIC) expert group and its National Promotional Banks and Institution (NPBI) and International Financial…
16Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
Methane emissions reporting templates – Commission launches call for feedback
The European Commission has published a draft implementing regulation adopting reporting templates for methane emissions in the energy sector and launched a 4-week call for feedback on the document.
16Oct 2026
European Commission Energy
EU local leaders and authorities gather to discuss affordable energy, housing and climate resilience
Tomorrow, hundreds of mayors, local and regional leaders and representatives from across Europe will come together in Brussels to participate in the EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2026.
