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Welcome to .eco - the top-level domain for the global environmental community.

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UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report is out today. How far off are we from the Paris Agreement goals? What will it take to bring the planet's temperature back down? And what progress have we made so far? Our explainer breaks down the report's key findings & what they mean: https://bit.ly/4jyNsze

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50 billion tonnes of sand are used every year, making it the world’s 2nd most used resource after water. But we are extracting it faster than nature can replenish it. This UNEP report warns unsustainable sand extraction is threatening ecosystems and livelihoods: https://ow.ly/Px0N50ZYUnp

Ending hunger is within reach. The world already produces enough food to nourish everyone and members of the .eco community are working to help provide food for those in need. This World Food Day celebrates these #FoodHeroes #SDG2 www.fao.org/world-food-day

fao.orgHome | World Food Day | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United NationsCollective action across 150 countries is what makes World Food Day one of the most celebrated days of the UN calendar. Hundreds of events and outreach activ...

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Soil is where our food begins. Healthy soils provide the nutrients plants need to grow. But pollution and degradation are putting this vital resource under pressure. This #WorldFoodDay, see what’s driving land and soil pollution, and what can be done about it: www.unep.org/beatpollutio...

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Wasting food adds pressure on forests.  Agricultural expansion drives almost 90% of global forest loss. Making better use of the food already produced can help reduce pressure on forests and biodiversity - an important reason to #StopFoodLossWaste.  More on #WorldFoodDay: www.stopfoodlosswaste.org

In today's property market of inflated prices and high interest rates, access to adequate housing feels out of reach for too many. That's why this year's theme of World Habitat Day Adequate Housing for All is pressing and relevant. www.un.org/observances/... #WorldHabitatDay #SDG11

un.orgWorld Habitat Day | United NationsWorld Habitat Day is an opportunity to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibi...

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Nitrous oxide is a powerful greenhouse gas and the dominant ozone-depleting substance from human activities. Better management, from sustainable agricultural practices to nutrient recycling, can cut pollution and protect the planet. More on how to #BeatNitrogenPollution: https://ow.ly/WYBh50ZTnfm

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Food carries traditions, recipes, memories and knowledge passed from one generation to the next. But climate change is threatening many of the crops, ingredients & food traditions that are part of 🌎 cultures. #StopFoodLossWaste also means valuing the people, places & traditions behind it. #FLWDay

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Overshooting 1.5°C is not a reason to give up. On the contrary, it’s a reason to act faster, because the higher the temperature rise and the longer it stays there, the greater the damage. Here’s what “overshoot” means and why every fraction of a degree matters.

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As #UNGA unfolds, momentum for stronger climate action is building. National climate action plans will be a key topic of discussion, while the high-level Climate Summit will focus on accelerating solutions to protect people and the planet. Get the latest: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

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For decades, mangrove forests were considered one of the fastest-disappearing ecosystems. But a new study offers one of the most encouraging conservation stories yet: global mangrove losses have slowed while gains have increased. Here’s a glimmer of hope: https://ow.ly/iqo550ZMzmh

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From Canada to France and Spain, wildfires are becoming more frequent as global warming intensifies. Firefighting alone isn't enough. This #GenerationRestoration Mediterranean initiative used nature-based solutions to revitalize, so far, 2 million hectares of healthy forests: bit.ly/4xmn9zA

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In Chile, a revived wetland is bringing economic opportunities and ecological recovery. Thanks to a UNEP-backed project, the Cahuil Lagoon now supports tourism, fishing, and wildlife, with a model for sustainable land management: https://ow.ly/WtKh50Zw28T

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Scientists warn Earth could exceed a key global warming target within a decade. But there’s hope: this UNEP brief finds that emerging climate-friendly technologies, which are nearing tipping points, could help cut emissions driving global warming. Explore: https://tinyurl.com/4t85x7en

Trying to define the environmental or social purpose of your business? The UN Sustainable Development Goals are a great place to start. Here a 4 best practices to get going with the SDGs www.godaddy.com/resources/ne... (guest post on the @godaddy.com blog)

godaddy.comFinding the environmental or social purpose for your businessDiscover how aligning your business with the UN Sustainable Development Goals can boost profits, attract customers, and motivate employees.

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Biodiversity underpins human well-being & a healthy planet. But nature is declining fast, putting global progress at risk. Explore how the Global Biodiversity Framework - the world’s plan to reverse nature loss - helps advance the #GlobalGoals: www.unep.org/interactives...

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There was a time when extreme heat was relatively rare. But not anymore. Heatwaves, which are already responsible for almost 500,000 deaths a year, are becoming more frequent, more intense & more dangerous. To help, here are nine ways to stay cool when the temperatures spike: tinyurl.com/3wndpwbw

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🌀Super #TyphoonBavi rapidly intensified over exceptionally warm Pacific waters made up to 80x more likely by climate change. Before reaching Taiwan this weekend with winds as high as 130 mph, it is expected to cross ocean waters made 10–40x more likely by climate change.

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Old phones, fridges or laptops don’t just disappear when tossed. The world generates 62 million tonnes of e-waste each year, enough to fill 1.5 million trucks. New regulations, circular design and better recycling can help stop the toxic tide and #BeatWastePollution: https://ow.ly/bHKu50ZkmmZ