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Renewable energy is key to solving the climate crisis – cutting pollution, lowering costs, creating millions of jobs, and building stronger, more secure economies. Discover five reasons why accelerating the transition to clean energy is key to a safer, healthier and more prosperous future for all.
A new cohort of young climate leaders have just begun their term as the UN Secretary-General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change. Meet the 14 changemakers here!
The Local Leaders series features mayors, governors, and others making cities and regions future-ready, showcasing how communities benefit from initiatives addressing the climate crisis.
Brazil, UNESCO and the UN have joined forces to strengthen research to counter narratives that are delaying and derailing urgently needed climate action.
Climate change is a hot topic. Read up on some essential facts. Share them, use them and talk about them to help build support for urgent action.
👁 Secretary-General PortraitThe world’s addiction to fossil fuels is one of the greatest threats to global stability and prosperity.
ANTÓNIO GUTERRES, United Nations Secretary-General ()
Discover 5 ways smart investments are stopping climate disasters before they happen! From vertical farming cooling our cities to resilient housing protecting communities from irreversible risks, these market-ready solutions show that #ResiliencePays.
FAO, with the support of UK for International Development, have strengthened the local resilience to climate change and recurrent drought by increasing water availability through the installation of above-ground rooftop rainwater harvesting systems.
In this conversation with UNU-EHS Senior Expert, Katie Kuschminder, she explains how to transform real interviews with return migrants into illustrated graphic narratives, bringing the intersection of climate change, gender and labour migration to life.
What do food, health, water or energy have to do with climate change?
What are Nationally Determined Contributions, and why do they matter?
Why shift to renewables like wind and solar? Find out here.
After devastating wildfires, South Korea is restoring forests in ways that protect biodiversity, reduce future fire risk and support local communities.
As climate shocks are stretching public budgets, countries are testing new tools to finance adaptation and resilience.
Countries in Southern Africa are turning the challenge of drought into opportunity by developing gender-smart, community-led solutions that strengthen resilience, protect livelihoods and restore land.
Climate change is a major threat to people’s physical and mental health. Between 2030 and 2050, climate change is expected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year from malnutrition, malaria, diarrhea and heat stress. Learn more about how climate change impacts our health here.
07 Apr 2026
Global
From extreme heat and rising sea levels to biodiversity loss and pollution, Mother Earth is in peril and making a clear call to all of us to take urgent climate action. On Earth Day, speak up and take action to help save our planet with the UN's ActNow campaign.
22 Apr 2026
Global
Climate change is affecting biodiversity, altering marine, terrestrial, and freshwater ecosystems around the world. Conserving and restoring natural spaces, both on land and in the water, is essential to limit carbon emissions and adapt to the changing climate. Learn how the UN is tackling climate change and biodiversity together here.
22 May 2026
Global
Everyone has a role in climate action. At the United Nations, we are calling on people everywhere to work together to solve climate challenges and realize the commitments of the 2015 Paris Agreement. This website keeps up with actions taken by governments, businesses, civil society, youth and more in every part of the world.
It’s our planet, and while we know it is in crisis, we also know that solutions are in reach. Progress is already well underway, from more green energy to more secure food supplies. And the benefits are clear as well, such as green jobs, clean air and sounder economies. A more sustainable, prosperous world is in reach. Join us in taking action to claim it, starting now.
