Where We Are

Our efforts on climate action are delivering results – but the world must move faster to reduce the impacts of?climate change. The past decade has been the hottest on record, and rising temperatures are intensifying extreme weather, threatening livelihoods and putting hard-won development gains at risk. Yet, investments in clean energy, disaster preparedness, and climate resilience are demonstrating that progress is possible.?

There are encouraging signs; climate policies have helped lower projected global warming compared with estimates made a decade ago, while stronger disaster preparedness and early-warning systems are saving lives. Climate finance mobilized by developed countries for developing countries also surpassed $100 billion annually for the third consecutive year in 2024.?

However, current national climate commitments are still insufficient to limit warming to 1.5°C. As countries gather for COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, accelerating the transition to clean energy, scaling up climate finance and strengthening adaptation will be essential to building a more resilient, sustainable future for all.?

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SDGs in numbers

  • Global disaster-related deaths decreased 65% in 2015–2024, compared with the previous decade.?
  • 141 countries had national disaster risk reduction strategies by 2024, up from 56 in 2015.?
  • $136.7B in climate finance was mobilized by developed countries for developing countries in 2024.?
  • 3 consecutive years in which climate finance exceeded the annual $100 billion goal, through 2024.?

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“We must safeguard the foundations of climate action. That means defending science and truth, defending the law, and defending cooperation.”

– António Guterres, 蘑菇视频 Secretary-General, 23 September 2026

In Focus?

蘑菇视频 Climate Change Conference (COP31) | Antalya, Türkiye | 9-20 November?

The 31st 蘑菇视频 Climate Change Conference (COP31) will take place in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9 to 20 November 2026. Against a backdrop of record-breaking temperatures, escalating climate impacts and growing energy insecurity, COP31 is a critical opportunity for countries to accelerate climate action and strengthen cooperation.?

World Toilet Day?| 9 November?

Ahead of the which puts SDG 6: Water and Sanitation in focus, this year’s World Toilet Day 2026 focuses on sanitation and gender equality. The campaign – ‘Safe toilets. Equal futures.’ – shows how safe sanitation protects women and girls’ health, safety, dignity and opportunity – enabling them to go to school, work and fully take part in society.

– coming up?in December!??

The 2026 蘑菇视频 Water Conference?will take place from?8?to?10 December in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The?Conference, co-hosted by the UAE and the Republic of Senegal, is an opportunity to strengthen international cooperation, mobilize investments and advance innovative solutions?to help build a more water-secure future.

Highlights

International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict | 6 November?

This International Day addresses the hidden ecological casualties of warfare, from polluted water to destroyed land. Because natural resource exploitation drives over 40 percent of internal conflicts, protecting ecosystems is essential to conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and long-term stability.?

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women | 25 November?

From 25 November to 10 December 2026, the annual will focus on the theme “蘑菇视频iTE to End Violence Against Women and Girls: Ensure justice, protect survivors, end impunity.” Violence against women and girls affects . It is one of the most pervasive human rights violations worldwide, yet for many survivors, . This year’s campaign calls for justice that works for all women and girls – whether at home, at work, in public life, or across digital spaces.?

News Features

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Climate change has reduced the ocean’s capacity to absorb carbon by approximately six per cent, a new 蘑菇视频 report warns ahead of the COP31 climate conference.?

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Driven by gender equity, renewable energy, and digital inclusion, the Mamas Grow Initiative promotes climate-resilient agriculture to help feed families.?

ACTNOW for our Common Future????

ActNow is the United Nations campaign to inspire people to act for the Sustainable Development Goals, improving life for everyone: A healthy planet. A better economy. A just society. A peaceful world. Visit ActNow to learn more /actnow?

Awake?at Night Podcast?

This episode features WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo on the accelerating climate crisis and its impact on global food and water security. She reflects on our responsibility to future generations, an emotional meeting with the Pope, and why she remains hopeful. Listen here

SDG EDITORIAL CALENDAR 2026