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Renewable energy – powering a safer and prosperous future

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.

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Meet the new Youth Advisory Group!

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!

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Local leaders driving change

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.

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For information integrity

Brazil, UNESCO and the UN have joined forces to strengthen research to counter narratives that are delaying and derailing urgently needed climate action.

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Facts on climate and energy

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.

The world’s addiction to fossil fuels is one of the greatest threats to global stability and prosperity.

ANTÓNIO GUTERRES, United Nations Secretary-General (2 February 2026)
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5 ways smart investments stop climate disasters

 

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.

Farmers in Syria benefit from rainfalls after installing rain harvest systems

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 Conversation with Dr. Katie Kuschminder: All About Women, Climate and Human Mobility

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.

Climate Videos Playlist
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Climate issues

What do food, health, water or energy have to do with climate change?

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National climate plans

What are Nationally Determined Contributions, and why do they matter?

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Powering a safer future

Why shift to renewables like wind and solar? Find out here.

Latest News

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In the wake of fire, how South Korea is climate-proofing its forests and communities

After devastating wildfires, South Korea is restoring forests in ways that protect biodiversity, reduce future fire risk and support local communities.

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How direct grants support Indigenous climate leadership in Cambodia

Indigenous communities in Cambodia are leading climate action, protecting forests, securing land and strengthening livelihoods through direct grants.

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Drought resilience takes root in Southern Africa

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.

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Events

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World Day for Glaciers

Nearly 2 billion people rely on water from glaciers, snowmelt and mountain run-off for drinking, agriculture, and energy production. But warming temperatures are putting these vital resources at risk. If temperatures increase between 1.5°C and 4°C, mountain glaciers worldwide are projected to lose 26 to 41 per cent of their total mass by 2100, compared to 2015. Learn more about glaciers here.

21 Mar 2026

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International Day of Forests

Forests are one of the planet’s most powerful tools against climate change, removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and releasing oxygen. By locking carbon pollution in trees, roots and soil, forests reduce the heat-trapping gases and regulate Earth’s temperature. Learn more about forests here.

21 Mar 2026

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World Meteorological Day

Strengthening early warning systems is critical to protecting people against the more frequent and intense extreme events caused by climate change. Learn more about early warning systems and why they are an essential part of adapting to climate change here.

23 Mar 2026

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Climate action starting now

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.

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Cutting emissions

Clean energy

Adapting to climate change

Financing climate action

Explainers

International cooperation

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