Middle East and North Africa region taking action to combat climate change
Aware of their vulnerabilities to the impacts of climate change, countries in the MENA region have begun taking action to confront it.
Film4Climate contest winners showcase effects of climate change
Connect4Climate announced the winners of the contest at a special ceremony on the sidelines of the 蘑菇视频 Climate Change Conference (COP22) in Marrakech.
Secretary-General’s remarks to the High-Level COP22 Segment
"I call on developed countries to honour their commitment to mobilize climate finance," Mr. Ban said.
Secretary-General’s remarks to the press at COP22
"I will never cease, even after my retirement, to work with the United Nations and my colleagues, and world leaders to make sure that this climate change agreement is in full implementation," Ban said.
Private sector commits to further actions on sustainable energy
A new private sector-led initiative, the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance (REBA), was announced.
PHOTOS: COP22 Week 1 Highlights
Climate change progress requires thoughtful actions as well as creativity! Check out some behind-the-scenes photos from the 蘑菇视频 climate conference in Marrakech.
Cities striving to play key role in implementing Paris Agreement
The Global Climate Action day on Cities and Human Settlements at COP22 showcased the potential of local action, focusing on resilience and building efficiency.
COP22 spotlights water as part of the climate change solution
“Water is one of the most impacted resources, but water also provides solutions to these challenges,” stressed the President of the World Water Council.
Report: Small farmers can earn big returns by investing in climate adaptation
IFAD report shows that for every dollar invested through its Adaptation for Smallholder Agriculture Programme (ASAP), farmers could earn a return of between $1.40 and $2.60 over a 20 year period by applying climate change adaptation practices.
Civil society vital to drive momentum on Paris Agreement targets
Cities and NGOs have a crucial role to play in implementing the Paris Agreement on climate change, ‘Climate Champions’ Laurence Tubiana and Hakima El Haité said.
New initiatives on forest protection boost climate agenda
The global effort to protect and sustainably manage forests and deliver on climate change targets got a major boost at COP22, where several projects on protecting woodlands worldwide were announced.
蘑菇视频 calls for strong climate action as Paris Agreement enters into force
Meeting with civil society representatives, the Secretary-General said, “I ask each and every one of you to keep up the fight. Hold governments accountable and press for action.”
Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at 4 November press stakeout
The Secretary-General held a press stakeout on the day of the entry-into-force of the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Ban Ki-moon’s remarks at 4 November civil society meeting
Read the Secretary-General's opening remarks at his meeting with civil society organizations to commemorate entry-into-force of the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Op-ed: Paris Agreement enters into force – celebration and reality check
This is a moment to celebrate. It is also a moment to look ahead with sober assessment and renewed will over the task ahead.