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Pictures: Most Hopeful Energy Developments of 2011
28 December 2011 ? Imagine cities without traffic jams, without cars circling block after block in search... Read more
Why Tornadoes Take the Weekends Off in Summer
December 29, 2011 - Tornadoes and hailstorms may take the weekends off during the muggy.. Read more
New UN initiative to boost Mozambican crop yields
28 December 2011 ? A new United Nations initiative in Mozambique aimed at increasing... Read more
UN launches Decade on Biodiversity to stem loss of species and ecosystems
17 December 2011 ? The United Nations today launched the Decade on Biodiversity with Secretary-... Read more
Ban stresses need to address social inequity while promoting sustainable development
13 December 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon stressed today that sustainable development... Read more
UN mobile app lets users calculate size of carbon footprint
13 December 2011 ? A new United Nations mobile telephone application released today lets users... Read more
Ban welcomes climate change deal reached at UN conference in Durban
11 December 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed today the set of decisions reached... Read more
Ban calls on youth to act now to ensure planet's sustainable future
10 December 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called today on young people to help combat... Read more
Ban urges leaders to make real progress at UN climate change talks
6 December 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged countries not to lose momentum... Read more
Paci?c micro-state switches entirely to renewable energy
9 December 2011 ? Tokelau, a Paci?c micro-state with only 1,500 people and three cars, today... Read more
UN agency, Italian energy company partner to combat hunger and climate change
7 December 2011 ? The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the Italian... Read more
Ban presses for support for UN initiative to combat deforestation
7 December 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called today for increased support from... Read more
UN-led campaign that planted 12 billion trees worldwide starts new phase
8 December 2011 ? A United Nations campaign that has overseen the planting of more than 12 billion... Read more
UN study reveals impact of climate change in livelihoods in Sahel and West Africa
5 December 2011 ? Climate change is already having an impact in the livelihoods of millions... Read more
Warning on climate impact on Paci?c
8 December 2011 ? Climate Change Minister Greg Combet released the report while attending the United... Read more
UN climate change conference kicks off in Durban with call to action
28 November 2011 ? Thousands of representatives from governments, international organizations... Read more
UN of?cial underlines link between food security and climate change
2 December 2011 ? Ensuring global food security while striving to save the Planet from damage... Read more
New UN satellite survey of forests charts extent of global deforestation
30 November 2011 ? The rate of global deforestation, mainly the conversion of tropical forests... Read more
This year will be world?s tenth warmest on record, UN report ?nds
29 November 2011 ? Temperatures this year are the tenth highest on record since 1850, and the... Read more
U.N scientist: ?ghting climate change saves costs
1 December 2011 ? The U.N.?s top climate scientist cautioned climate negotiators Wednesday that global... Read more
Astronaut chosen as Goodwill Ambassador for UN industrial development body
30 November 2011 ? The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) announced... Read more
Global green economy has become a reality, UN of?cial says
28 November 2011 ? The global green economy has become a reality but world governments must... Read more
UN agency for Palestinian refugees to build green schools in Gaza
30 November 2011 ? The United Nations relief agency for Palestinian refugees said today it has formed... Read more
UN study provides guidelines to meet greenhouse gas emissions targets by 2020
23 November 2011 ? A new United Nations study released today provides policy-makers with... Read more
Ahead of aid forum, UN development group calls for concerted action
25 November 2011 ? The United Nations Development Group (UNDG) called today for governments... Read more
UN launches global conversation on sustainable development
22 November 2011 ? The United Nations today launched a campaign ahead of its major conference... Read more
Sustainable development key to Africa?s socio-economic challenges ? Migiro
21 November 2011 ? Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro today stressed that sustainable... Read more
UN designates Indonesian President champion of disaster risk reduction
19 November 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today recognized the appointment of... Read more
UN of?cials urge global focus on new challenges to peace and security
23 November 2011 ? Senior United Nations of?cials today cited organized crime, pandemics and the... Read more
UN telecoms agency urges use of technology to tackle climate change
25 November 2011 ? The United Nations International Telecommunications Union (ITU) said today that it... Read more
China Outlines Cuts in Carbon Emissions
12 November 2011 ? BEIJING ? With global climate talks set to begin next week, China on Tuesday... Read more
Greenhouse gases reach new high, says UN meteorological report
21 November 2011 ? The presence of greenhouse gases in the Earth?s atmosphere last year reached... Read more
UN report suggests environmental measures that could save millions of lives
25 November 2011 ? More than two million lives can be saved each year by implementing the... Read more
UN environmental agency awards biologist for reducing human-animal con?ict
22 November 2011 ? A British biologist today received a United Nations award for her work using... Read more
Governments and private sector accelerating transition to green economy ? UN
16 November 2011 ? Businesses and governments are accelerating investment in the green sectors... Read more
UN-backed report spotlights links between global warming and extreme weather
18 November 2011 ? A United Nations-backed report con?rms the link between climate change andextreme weather... Read more
Bangladesh offers lessons on climate change and disaster risks ? Ban
14 November 2011 ? Climate change is the single most important challenge the world faces... Read more
Ef?cient resource management crucial in war-torn nations to ensure peace ? UN
15 November 2011 ? A new book published by the United Nations and partners tackles the... Read more
Migiro urges youth to use skills to promote sustainable development
16 November 2011 ? Deputy Secretary-General Asha Rose-Migiro has exhorted young people to use... Read more
Innovative agriculture key to meeting future demand for water and energy ? UN
17 November 2011 ? Innovative agricultural approaches will be crucial to respond to increasing... Read more
Mixed messages on climate 'vulnerability'
13 November 2011 ? The grouping includes small island states vulnerable to extreme weather events... Read more
UN and China launch joint initiative to promote ecosystem management
18 November 2011 ? The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and China?s... Read more
UN-mandated measures to signi?cantly reduce carbon emissions from shipping
14 November 2011 ? The implementation of United Nations-mandated energy-ef?ciency... Read more
Ban urges consensus on emissions and funding at climate change meeting
8 November 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today stressed that the forthcoming United Nations... Read more
Aquaculture has potential to cut poverty, combat food insecurity ? UN report
9 November 2011 ? More than 50 per cent of the world?s food ?sh will come from aquaculture, making... Read more
Ban and Norwegian leader discuss climate change and development issues
9 November 2011 ? Climate change, sustainable development and women and children?s health... Read more
Atlas provides view from space of endangered UNESCO heritage sites
9 November 2011 ? An atlas showcasing detailed satellite images of world?s heritage sites in danger... Read more
Ban welcomes rock band Linkin Park?s support for sustainable energy initiative
8 November 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed members of the award-winning... Read more
UN chief stresses role of peacekeeping in ensuring just use of natural resources
6 November 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Sunday stressed that ensuring equitable... Read more
Climate change may create new wave of asylum seekersd
10 November 2011 ? The effects of climate change on small Paci?c Island nations could eventually lead to a new... Read more
Tracking 20 years of environmental change, UN report lays out challenges ahead
1 November 2011 ? Concerted and rapid action is urgently needed to curb resource depletion and ensure... Read more
Ban launches high-level group to mobilize action on sustainable energy for all
1 November 2011 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today announced the members of a high-level group... Read more
Environmental problems putting global progress at risk ? UN report
2 November 2011 ? Environmental deterioration threatens to reverse recent progress in human...
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UN partnership to support greater use of bio-energy crops
3 November 2011 ? A cooperation agreement announced today between the United Nations and a global...
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Forests can feed world?s hungry and over-exploitation for timber must be curbed ? UN
26 October 2011 ? Forests can play an even greater role in feeding the world with products ranging from... Read more
Current efforts to mitigate climate change fall short of reaching vital goal, UN warns
24 October 2011 ? International efforts to mitigate climate change are insuf?cient to meet the goal of... Read more
New climate study deals blow to skeptics - CNN.com
21 October 2011 - A new study backs up previous research which says that global temperatures are rising. Read more
Phase-out of leaded petrol brings huge health and cost bene?ts ? UN?backed study
27 October 2011 ? Ridding the world of leaded petrol, with the United Nations leading the effort in...
Ban sees Switzerland's decreasing glaciers from helicopter over Bern
16 October 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today took a helicopter ?ight over the Swiss city of... Read more
Speakers at UN conference stress reversing deserti?cation to combat poverty
17 October 2011 - Key speakers at the United Nations conference in the Republic of Korea on combating... Read more
UN of?cial stresses climate change adaptation measures in Africa
17 October 2011 - African States have no choice but to implement climate change adaptation measures... Read more
Young environmental advocates showcase green projects at UN workshop
18 October 2011 - Young environmental leaders from 18 developing countries are meeting at a United... Read more
World must welcome 7 billionth citizen with sustainable future, says Ban
11 October 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon kept up his drum beat for sustainable... Read more
?Clean energy revolution? crucial to ensure growth in poorer countries ? Ban
10 October 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called today for a ?clean energy revolution? to help... Read more
Tourism can play a key role in tackling climate change ? UN-backed report
10 October 2011 - Countries should strengthen their incentives for the tourism sector to reduce their... Read more
Green industries essential to foster sustainable economic growth ? UN agency
12 October 2011 - Industries should take into account green measures for every aspect of what they... Read more
UN-backed mobile application to provide global weather forecasts
11 October 2011 - A new United Nations-backed telephone mobile application is designed to provide... Read more
UN meeting on deserti?cation discusses effective approach to land management
13 October 2011 - Experts attending a United Nations conference in the Republic of Korea on reversing... Read more
UN names Drylands Ambassadors to raise awareness on land degradation
11 October 2011 - The United Nations today announced the appointment of two Drylands Ambassadors... Read more
Facing droughts, Paci?c islands need urgent risk mitigation steps, UN warns
10 October 2011 - Amid growing concerns about drought crises in some small island States of the Pacific... Read more
Virigin Atlantic to fly on low-carbon fuel made from steel mill gas waste
12 October 2011 - SIR RICHARD Branson has announced his entry into the recycling business with... Read more
Proper water management vital to green economy, UN water group says
6 October 2011 - Successful water projects can serve as templates around the world and help to... Read more
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UN climate change of?cial urges States to grasp last chance ahead of major conference
3 October 2011 - The United Nations climate change chief today called on governments taking part... Read more
__________________________________________________________________________ Civil societies join the Kyoto Protocol band wagon
3 October 2010 - Civil society groups under the Climate Action Network (CAN) have given climate... Read more
__________________________________________________________________________ Progress in climate talks welcomed, Ambassador Beck
8 October 2011 - Ambassador Beck: I think there is some progress made here in Panama considering...
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__________________________________________________________________________ Ecotourism boom can help save endangered forests, UN and partners say 28 September 2011 - The increasing demand for ecotourism can play a vital role in saving.... Read more
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Universal access to clean energy vital for reducing poverty, UN of?cials stress 29 September 2011 - It is vital for countries in Asia and the Paci?c to have national policies... Read more
__________________________________________________________________________ Indonesia?s ?nances, water supplies and apes set to bene?t from UN green plan 28 September 2011 - Conserving key forests in Indonesia could generate billions of dollars... Read more
__________________________________________________________________________ Preventable urban air pollution kills more than a million people each year ? UN 27 September 2011 - More than one million lives could be saved each year if cities around... Read more
__________________________________________________________________________ UN conference to highlight green job opportunities for young people 27 September 2011 - Providing training and education for young people so they can fully... Read more
__________________________________________________________________________ Small islands States sound alarm at UN over their vulnerability to climate change
26 Sept 2011 - Rpresentatives of Small Island States took to the podium at the Generall... Read more
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Ecuadorian-UN accord that puts ecology over oil drilling hailed as model for world 23 September 2011 - An Ecuadorian accord to leave vast oil reserves, conservatively valued at $7.2 billion, untapped... Read more Sustainable development is a modern imperative, Ban tells Ibero-American countries 22 September 2011 - Sustainable development will be critical to achieving long-term progress, Secretary-General Ban... Read more High-level UN meeting focuses on need to reverse deserti?cation20 September 2011 - Participants have gathered at a high-level United Nations meeting today to highlight the need for... Read more
Suriname urges speedy creation of UN-backed climate change adaptation fund23 September 2011 - Suriname has urged the international community to move quickly to create the United Nations-...
Developing countries can lead world in tackling global challenges, Guyana tells UN 22 September 2011 - Developing countries, with United Nations help, can lead the world in forging the changes
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Nine sites join UN-backed list of globally recognized geological sites 19 September 2011 - Nine geological sites of exceptional scienti?c and educational importance, rarity or beauty have... Read more Ban urges leaders to show greater commitment to agreement on climate change20 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged world leaders to step up the international... Read more
European environment conference a vital platform for sustainable development - Ban21 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon marked today?s start of a European environmental conference...
Forest policies in Rwanda, United States and Gambia win UN-backed awards 21 September 2011 - Rwanda today won a United Nations-backed gold award for its forest promotion policies...
Fukushima accident a ?wake-up call? to boost nuclear safety, UN forum told22 September 2011 - The accident at Japan?s Fukushima nuclear power plant earlier this year highlights the need to... Read more
Kenya issues call at UN to strengthen environmental bodies22 September 2011 - Kenya?s President Mwai Kibaki called for the streamlining of international environmental...
Key UN protocol on biodiversity receives another 13 signatories 20 September 2011 - Thirteen countries today signed a key protocol to a United Nations treaty promoting a more ...
New UN report calls on Asia-Paci?c nations to transition to green economy19 September 2011 - A new United Nations report calls on countries in Asia and the Paci?c to embark on a ?green?... Read more
UN launches initiative to promote sustainable energy for all20 September 2011 - Warning that a lack of access to affordable and clean energy is jeopardizing the achievement of...
UN of?cial urges governments to remain committed to goal of low-carbon economies 19 September 2011 - The top United Nations climate change of?cial today urged governments to carry through their...
New UN-backed business pact aims to bring clean energy, health care to millions 21 September 2011 - Nine million poor people in Africa, Asia and Latin America will have access to clean energy...
Ocean Conservancy Launches Trash Free Seas Alliance as 2011 Commitment to Action at Clinton Global InitiativeWASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Ocean Conservancy today announced the creation ... Read more
Paci?c island states call for UN measures to help countries ?ght climate change23 September 2011 - The leaders of three Paci?c Island countries called on the United Nations today to take a series of...
Ban warns on replacing ozone-depleting gases with greenhouse substitutes16 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on the international community today not to replace...
Medical waste becoming an increasing problem, UN rights expert says 14 September 2011 - Medical waste is posing a growing problem worldwide, jeopardizing the health of staff, patients,
UN chief and Kiribati leader warn over climate change threat to Paci?c islands5 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the President of Kiribati, Anote Tong, today stressed that... Read more
World must pull together in face of unprecedented challenges, Ban warns6 September 2011 - Reaching into the sport of rugby for metaphor and the lore of the Maoris, New Zealand?s original...
General Assembly chief highlights ?satisfactory? progress over past year8 September 2011 - The General Assembly has made progress over the past year in dealing with the issues of poverty... Read more
Global steps vital to preserve worldwide soil fertility and avoid famine, UN warns7 September 2011 - Pressures on the world?s limited amounts of soils available for agriculture together with land...
UN chief stresses need to ?connect the dots? on sustainable development8 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today wrapped up a four-nation visit to the South Paci?c with a... Read more
Ban and Paci?c leaders urge ?ambitious? reduction of greenhouse gas emissions7 September 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the leaders of Paci?c island nations today called for urgent...
UN-NGO forum urges linking sustainable development with public engagement5 September 2011 - The annual joint conference of the United Nations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)... Read more
A new scheme is placing temporary gardens in parking spaces, creating mini-oases in overcrowded cities5 September 2011 - THE city is one of the most densely populated in America but prides itself on being at the vanguard of...
Countries need to pay more attention to managing ?res near forests ? UN and partners9 September 2011- A United Nations-backed partnership is calling on countries to pay more attention to activities... Read more
Private sector role in climate change fund for poorer countries focus of UN meeting9 September 2011 - The role of the private sector in ?nancing a $100-billion annual fund to help developing...
UN helps Iran phase out asthma treatments based on ozone-depleting substances5 September 2011 - With support from the United Nations, Iran today became the ?rst country in the Asia-Paci?c... Read more
UN boss warns 'frontline' Kiribati5 Sept 2011 - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today warned Kiribati, a low-lying Pacific nation threatened by rising seas, that there was little...
Plants to sustain sealed-off scientist8 September 2011 - A SCIENTIST has volunteered to be sealed inside an airtight Perspex box with dozens of plants in an.... Read more
Space junk at tipping point, says reportSeptember 2 2011 - Scientists in the US have warned Nasa that the amount of so-called space junk orbiting Earth is at tipping point.
Hotels can go green in energy consumption under new UN scheme Cate Blanchett flushed with pride at theatre company's water harvest system at The Wharf 2 September 2011, ACTOR Cate Blanchett is inviting everyone at the Walsh Bay arts precinct in Sydney to "have a shower...
Seeing Irene as Harbinger of a Change in Climate 27 August 2011, The scale of Hurricane Irene, which could cause more extensive damage along the Eastern Seaboard... Read moreUN-backed climate change technology mechanism team concludes first meeting 3 September 2011 -Members of the technology executive committee created under the United Nations climate... Read moreClean energy revolution will put world on safer, more equitable path - Ban25 August 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for a clean energy revolution to help transform the...
Peru: UN human rights expert commends new indigenous consultation law25 August 2011 - Peru has taken 'an important step forward' by approving a law compelling private companies to...
Investing in ecosystem services can boost food security, raise incomes - UN 22 August 2011 - Investing in healthy ecosystems can boost food security, improve resilience to climate change...
UN chief to visit Denver for engagements on development and renewable energy23 August 2011 - Secretary-General will tomorrow travel to Denver, Colorado, where he will deliver a speech at...
UN agency reports ?rst signs of Antarctic ozone depletion this year23 August 2011 - Signs of ozone depletion are again appearing over the Antarctic, the United Nations reported...
UN report outlines investment strategies to reduce water scarcity 25 August 2011 - An annual investment of $198 billion, or 0.16 per cent of global gross domestic product (GDP),
Trees 'speak out' in UN writing competition to save forests12 August 2011 - Two teenagers' powerful pleas from the imagined standpoint of a tree to save the world?s forests...
Carbon Recycling: Mining the Air for Fuel Published August 10, 2011 - Recycling bottles, cans, and newspapers is on any short list of simple actions for a cleaner...
Ban exhorts academia to ?nd solutions to global hunger, poverty and intolerance 10 August 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today exhorted the world?s academic community to ?nd solutions to...
Enhanced cooperation vital to protect forests from extreme weather - UN 9 August 2011 - Several United Nations agencies and their partners are calling for greater cooperation to tackle...
UN-backed tsunami warning system for the Mediterranean passes ?rst test 10 August 2011 - The ?rst test of the communication network of the United Nations-backed tsunami early warning...
UN tool for measuring energy use and emissions may become industry standard2 August 2011 - A tool developed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) for measuring energy...
New regulations to reduce marine pollution in Antarctic enter into force - UN 1 August 2011 - A ban on pollution from heavy grade fuel oils in the Antarctic region goes into effect today, the...
UN Economic and Social Council sets up committee on global geospatial information 27 July 2011 - The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) today voted to establish a...
Secretary-General starts countdown clock to 'sustainable' London Olympics 27 July 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today started a one-year countdown clock for next year's...
Pictures: "Bodies" Fill Underwater Sculpture Park 5 January 2011 - A snorkeler swims over life-size statues near Cancún, Mexico, in a late 2010 picture....
Warning of climate change's threat to global security, Ban urges concerted action 20 July 2011 - Climate change is a real threat to international peace and security, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon...
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UN-backed report shows strong performance by renewable energy sector 13 July 2011 - The renewable energy sector has continued to perform well despite the global economic...
Sustainable development vital to protect economies and environment - Ban 15 July 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today reiterated that humanity must give sustainable...
Forests revealed as climate giants 15 July 2011 - FORESTS play a larger role in Earth's climate system than previously suspected for both the risks from...
UN reports strong surge in investments in green energy 7 July 2011 - Global investment in green energy rose by 32 per cent last year, driven largely by wind farms in China and...
Africa ripe for carbon offset deals, UN tells forum 6 July 2011 - Africa presents a good opportunity for carbon offset projects, United Nations experts told a...
Sound governance crucial for water resource management, UN of?cial says 5 July 2011 - Sound governance and knowledge of water management principles are crucial for sustainable...
Convention on environment and human rights crucial for ecological protection - Ban 1 July 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today lauded the world?s leading international convention on...
New industrial revolution needed to avert 'planetary catastrophe' - UN report 5 July 2011 - Humanity is close to breaching the sustainability of Earth, and needs a technological revolution...
Global warming blamed for Paci?c marine life passing into Atlantic 4 July 2011 - Warming air from climate change isn't the only thing that will speed ice melting near the poles - so will the...
Global warming blamed for Paci?c marine life passing into Atlantic 27 June 2011 - Scientists are warning that global warming has allowed marine life from the Paci?c Ocean to pass into the...
Head of UN-backed climate change panel stresses bene?ts of limiting harmful gases 28 June 2011 - The head of the United Nations-backed Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)...
UN's global network of biosphere reserves grows by 18 new sites 30 June 2011 - The United Nations today added 18 new sites to its global list of biosphere reserves, bringing the...
Cities are key to global energy and climate challenges, Ban tells US mayors 20 June 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called on United States mayors to help in the worldwide...
Marine life facing mass extinction, report says 21 June 2011 -London (CNN) -- Marine life is under severe threat from global warming, pollution and habitat loss,
Curbing soot, smog could help limit temperature rise 15 June 2011 - SAN DIEGO ? Fast action on pollutants such as black carbon, ground-level ozone and methane...
Indian wildlife sanctuary lifted from UNESCO?s list of endangered heritage 21 June 2011 - Citing ?signi?cant improvements in preservation,? the United Nations Educational, Cultural and...
UN climate change chief calls for political leadership on key issues 17 June 2011 - The top United Nations climate change of?cial said today that progress has been made on key...
Green growth critical to Asia-Paci?c food and energy security, UN says 20 June 2011 - Asia-Paci?c countries can cushion themselves against food and fuel price shocks and natural...
Sustainable development vital for populations in arid lands, Ban says 17 June 2011 - The estimated two billion people living in the world?s arid lands are among those most...
UN-backed Asia-Paci?c forum discusses social, environmental protection in cities 22 June 2011 - Delegates from governments, civil society, private sector and academia in the Asia-Paci?c region...
UN agency launches new initiative to boost crops and protect environment 13 June 2011 - Building on the lessons learned from the Green Revolution of the 1960s, the United Nations...
China Takes a New Interest in Energy Ef?ciency 15 June 2011 -SHANGHAI ? The Chinese government is considering plans to subsidize the use of energy-ef?cient...
Cutting smog and soot could have fast and broad bene?ts-UN-backed report 14 June 2011 - Fast and relatively short-term action to curb soot and smog could improve human health...
Spending more on forests could reap enormous bene?ts - UN report 5 June 2011 - Investing a relatively small amount each year in the forestry sector could halve deforestation,
At Bonn talks, UN climate change chief urges progress towards low-emissions future 6 June 2011 - Against the backdrop of new warnings about the rise in greenhouse gas emissions in the...
Climate change-related water scarcity to affect global food production - UN 9 June 2011 - The world will increasingly experience water scarcity for agriculture as a result of climate...
Tropical forests 'better managed' 7 June 2011 - The world's tropical forests are better managed now than ?ve years ago, concludes a survey by...
SIDS push for new loss and damage mechanism at Climate Change talks 8 June 2011 - Amid claims that greenhouse gas emissions have risen to the highest level in history, the Cook...
Sustainable agriculture key to green growth, poverty reduction - UN of?cials 1 June 2011 - United Nations of?cials today called for boosting support for sustainable agriculture, including...
African summit calls for action on rainforests 3 June 2011 - Representatives of 18 rainforest countries have met to strengthen co-operation between the three main...
Study says majority believe in climate change 3 June 2011 - A national survey reveals most Australians believe in, and are concerned about, climate change.
Global carbon emissions reach record, says IEA 30 May 2011 - Energy-related carbon emissions reached a record level last year, according to the International Energy...
Secretary-General presses for bold measures to meet development goals 2 June 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged ministers from around the world to act boldly to...
UN of?cials call for political will to put world on path to green economy
2 June 2011 - United Nations of?cials today appealed for greater political will in both developed and...
Public-private partnerships can help bring affordable clean energy to poor - UN 2 June 2011 - The estimated 2.5 billion people across the world who do not have access to reliable electricity...
UN unveils three initiatives to promote biodiversity in fashion
1 June 2011 - The United Nations trade and development body today announced three initiatives to encourage...
Non-Aligned Movement vital to battle against climate change, Ban says 25 May 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today called on the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) of more...
'No doubt' humans causing global warming
23 May 2011 - The head of Australian federal government's climate commission says the latest science makes...
Time to end climate denialism, says Gillard government scientific adviser 23 May 2011 - ONE of Julia Gillard's top climate advisers says climate change denial is a luxury the world can no...
UN presents new checklist to manage forest stocks
23 May 2011 - Everyone knows that trees are good for the environment and that well-run forests might become...
Benedict XVI Makes Historic Call to Space VATICAN CITY, MAY 22, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI held an historic teleconference over the...
Astronauts Answering the Pope's Questions VATICAN CITY, MAY 25, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI's visit with the astronauts at the...
Papal call to the Space Station 21 May 2011 - It was a first for the crew of the International Space Station: a papal call. His Holiness Benedict XVI talked...
UN Goodwill Ambassador Edward Norton outlines bene?ts of biodiversity
20 May 2011 - Humanity is wreaking havoc with Earth?s capacity to sustain life through destructive exploitation...
Experts meet for UN meteorological forum to discuss action plan on climate change
16 May 2011 - More than 600 delegates have gathered today in Geneva for a United Nations meteorological...
On biodiversity day, UN highlights social, economic and green bene?ts of forests 20 May 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today voiced concern over alarming deforestation and the...
UK says it will halve carbon emissions, but may water down pledge if Europe doesn't follow
18 May 2011 - THE British government has pledged to cut the country's carbon emissions in half by 2025 - an ambitious...
Six UN-backed green awards handed out for work in disasters
18 May 2011 - An organization tackling health-threatening pollution in developing countries and a renowned...
UN agency calls for 'fundamental change' in production and consumption 17 May 2011 - The world must radically alter the way it produces and consumes materials if genuinely...
UN chief urges change in resource consumption patterns for sustainable development
13 May 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today stressed the need for fundamental changes in humanity's...
Asia technology comes clean to provide green solutions
9 May - Climate change skeptics might not like to admit it, but Asia is embracing environmentally-friendly technologies.
Ban urges balance between global resource use and environmental impact 11 May 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged the world to must ?nd ways to bring global...
World's poorest countries better placed for transition to green economy - UN report
9 May 2011 - The world's least developed countries, which have low-carbon pro?les and rich natural assets...
Mega-?res may be contributing to climate change, UN report ?nds
10 May 2011 - The growing number of mega-?res around the world may be contributing to global warming...
President and singer among ?ve winners of UN environment award 11 May 2011 - Mexico's President Felipe Calderon, the renowned singer Angélique Kidjo, and the adventurer...
UN climate change chief urges governments to accelerate talks on emissions reduction12 May 2011 - The top United Nations climate change of?cial today urged governments to step up the pace of...
Renewable sources can meet most global energy demands - UN-backed report
9 May 2011 - Renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind, biomass and hydropower could meet nearly 80...
Climate change fund must spur private investment in poorer countries, UN says
29 April 2011 - A new fund aimed at mobilizing resources to help developing countries mitigate the impact of global...
Pesticide placed on UN list of hazardous chemicals to be eliminated 3 May 2011 - An insecticide widely used in agriculture for pest control has become the latest hazardous chemical...
Renewable sources can meet most global energy demands ? UN-backed report
9 May 2011 - Renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind, biomass and hydropower could meet nearly 80...
Climate change fund must spur private investment in poorer countries, UN says
29 April 2011 - A new fund aimed at mobilizing resources to help developing countries mitigate the impact of global...
Pesticide placed on UN list of hazardous chemicals to be eliminated 3 May 2011 - An insecticide widely used in agriculture for pest control has become the latest hazardous chemical...
9th World Conference on Sport and the Environment comes to a close in Doha
3 May 2011 - The 9th World Conference on Sport and the Environment concluded today in Doha, Qatar, with the sports...
28 April 2011 - The head of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) today urged businesses to transform...
Outlook Dim for Climate Agreement by Year's End 27 April 2011 - BRUSSELS - Major greenhouse gas-emitting nations on Wednesday ruled out reaching a global agreement...
Caring for the Earth will help advance economic growth, not hinder it, says Migiro 20 April 2011 - Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro today called on countries to embrace a low-carbon...
Sea level rise in the Paci?c will contribute to environmental refugees 5 April 2011 - Most Paci?c Island countries will continue to be affected by the impacts of sea level rise if Greenhouse...
Earth Recovered from Prehistoric Global Warming Faster Than Previously Thought ScienceDaily (Apr. 21, 2011) - Earth may be able to recover from rising carbon dioxide emissions faster than previously...
Ozone hole has dried Australia, scientists ?nd The Antarctic ozone hole is about one-third to blame for Australia's recent series of droughts, scientists say.
Business leaders participate in UN-backed debate on green economy 14 April 2011 - Some 200 representatives from business and industry, governments and civil society have concluded...
Candidates for next chief of UN food and agriculture agency to outline agendas 13 April 2011 - The six candidates who have been nominated to serve as the next head of the United Nations Food...
Parties to UN climate change convention appoint team to design new climate fund 15 April 2011 - Parties to the United Nations climate change convention today announced the selection of a 40-member...
UN forms partnership with Mediterranean countries to save region's forests 6 April 2011 - In an effort to save forests in the Mediterranean region from damage exacerbated by the impact of climate...
UN of?cial exhorts countries to work harder to build climate change consensus 8 April 2011 - The top United Nations climate change of?cial today urged countries to work harder for further progress on...
Upcoming UN-backed summit to focus on sustainable management of rainforests 13 April 2011 - Top of?cials from more than 35 nations covering the world's three major rainforest regions will gather at a...
Ozone layer over Arctic region experiences record loss, UN agency reports 5 April 2011 - The United Nations agency dealing with weather and climate today reported that ozone loss over the...
Minor radiation spreads from Japan as UN chief urges stronger nuclear safeguards 1 April 2011 - Radioactive material from the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant in Japan is gradually spreading...
UN chief lauds Kenya''s efforts to generate clean energy 2 April 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today said he was fascinated by how Kenya is tapping the volcanic...
UN climate change chief urges countries to advance progress on Cancún accords 4 April 2011 - The top United Nations climate change of?cial today urged countries to tackle the key issues of emission ...
UN forms partnership with Mediterranean countries to save region's forests 6 April 2011 - In an effort to save forests in the Mediterranean region from damage exacerbated by the impact...
New study warns on coral reef diversity 6 April 2011 - (CNN) -- The world's most diverse coral reef regions may be under greater threat from human populations...
Ocean depth and ice no longer a barrier to Climate change 5 April 2011 - A climate change science programme generating unprecedented volumes of data is about to venture...
Japanese crisis highlights need for enhanced nuclear safety, transparency - UN 4 April 2011 - The head of the United Nations atomic watchdog agency today called for robust safety standards and full...
UN appeals for more funds to help millions of drought-hit people in Horn of Africa 2 April 2011 - The head of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) said today the agency is facing a huge deficit...
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UN warns of climate change's potentially dire impact on food security 31 March 2011 - The effects of slow-onset climate change are expected to have ?potentially catastrophic?...
Scientists give chilling warnings on climate 1 April 2011 - New Zealanders have been issued with a stark warning to expect ?surprises? by scientists who say they...
Minor radiation spreads from Japan as UN chief urges stronger nuclear safeguards 1 April 2011 - Radioactive material from the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant in Japan is gradually...
Resource-rich Africa well placed to transition to 'green economy' - UN of?cial 28 March 2011 - Africa is well poised to take advantage of a host of opportunities on the continent for building...
New energy-ef?cient UN of?ces in Kenya serve as model for future - Ban 31 March 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today of?cially opened the new energy-ef?cient United Nations...
UN unveils report on size and scale of its carbon footprint 1 April 2011 - Activities by the United Nations in 2009 caused the emission of a total of 1.7 million tons of the...
On World Water Day, UN calls for greater investment in providing clean water for all 22 March 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged governments to recognize that the water crisis facing...
Highlighting need for energy conservation, UN goes dark for Earth Hour 2011 25 March 2011 - The United Nations will turn out the lights at its New York Headquarters tomorrow night at 8:30 p.m...
Trash in world's oceans threatens wildlife, economy and human health, UN warns 25 March 2011 - With vast amounts of marine litter posing multiple threats, from harming wildlife to damaging tourism...
UN celebrates contribution of climate services to human well-being on World Day 23 March 2011 - The United Nations is celebrating the contribution of national climate services to people's daily lives...
World must better protect forests in face of looming water scarcity, UN forum warns 18 March 2011 - With 1.8 billion people threatened by absolute water scarcity by 2025, and two-thirds of the world's...
US scientist Stephen Carpenter wins Stockholm Water Prize for lake ecosystem research March 22, STOCKHOLM ? American environmental scientist Stephen Carpenter has been named this year's winner...
Mar 25, 2011 - Wind speeds and wave heights over the world's oceans have been steadily increasing for the past ...
Everything you need to know: Vernal or spring equinox 2011 20 March - In 2011, the vernal or spring equinox comes on March 20 at 23:21 UTC. To understand what happens...
Novruz, Nowrouz, Nooruz, Navruz, Nauroz, Nevruz Posted 21 March - Inscribed in 2009 on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
UN-backed treaty meeting seeks to boost conservation of world's plant varieties 14 March 2011 - The governing body of a United Nations-backed treaty considered vital for the preservation and use...
In the North Atlantic, Oceanic Currents Play a Greater Role in the Absorption of CarbonThan Previously Thought ScienceDaily (Mar. 9, 2011) ? The ocean traps carbon through two principal mechanisms: a biological pump and a...
UN-backed tsunami warning exercise for Caribbean to be held next week 17 March 2011 - Thirty-three countries will participate next week in the Caribbean region's ?rst full-scale tsunami ...
Japan begins quake relief mission 11 March 2011 A mammoth relief mission is swinging into action in north-east Japan, a day after a devastating earthquake...
Scientists investigate death of over one million sardines Mar 10th, 2011 - Biologists at the Department of Fish and Game office in Rancho expect to complete their testing ...
UN supports Pacific Islands tackle climate change impact 7 March 2011 - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has pledged United Nations support to help Paci?c Island States...
Paci?c Islands need climate help, EU says 7 Mar 2011 - With Paci?c Island nations feeling the effects of climate change, it's important to link development to...
Holy See: Humans Aren't Development Barriers
NEW YORK, MARCH 9, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Human persons should be seen as the center of development, rather than...
Humans must change behaviour to save bees, vital for food production - UN report 10 March 2011 - The potentially disastrous decline in bees, a vital pollinating element in food production for the growing...
Rio 2012 a chance for agreement on 'green economy' to ?ght poverty - UN of?cial 8 March 2011 - The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development to be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil,
UN report says world's food stocks at risk as bee colonies dying out
10 Mar - A MIXTURE of chemicals found in modern pesticides may be killing bee colonies around the world,
Ice-sheet melting raising global sea levels sooner than expected, study says 9 March 2011 - THE pace at which the Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets are melting is 'accelerating rapidly'...
Transition to 'green economy' must aim at poverty eradication - UN of?cial 4 March 2011 - A senior United Nations of?cial today cautioned that the failure to tackle poverty can only lead to rising...
UN agency publishes ?rst in series of books on 'green economy' for development
1 March 2011 - The United Nations agency tasked with promoting industrial development has published the ?rst in a ...
UN climate change chief urges governments to quickly implement Cancún accords 1 March 2011 - The United Nations climate change chief today called on governments to quickly transform the...
Ban vows to help Paci?c Island States mitigate climate change impact 4 March 2011 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today pledged United Nations support to help Paci?c Island States...
Scientists worry that vines are taking over the American tropics
Feb. 15, 2011 - Sleeping Beauty's kingdom was overgrown by vines when she fell into a deep sleep.
Conservation projects in Guatemala and Nepal win UN environment prize 23 February 2011 - A forest conservation initiative in Guatemala and a sustainable development project in Nepal...
Delegates to UN forum stress key role of 'green economy' to sustainable development
24 February 2011 - A transition to a low-carbon ?green economy? is crucial for sustainable development, environment...
Global warming rate could be halved by controlling 2 pollutants, U.N. study says February 23, 2011 - The projected rise in global temperatures could be cut in half in coming years if world governments...
UN agency chooses India as global host of this year's World Environment Day 22 February 2011 - The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) today announced that India will be the global...
UN-backed report shows most of world's coral reefs under threat
24 February 2011 - An estimated 75 per cent of the world's coral reefs are threatened by local human activity, including ...
Dramatic greenhouse gas cuts are both achievable and affordable - UN 24 January 2011 - Dramatic cuts in industrial emissions of the global warming greenhouse gases that threaten to...
UN climate talks in focus at Davos forum
28/01/2011, U.S. businesses must do more to pressure Congress to act on climate change and realize that China...
Ban calls for global revolution to ensure clean energy for all
17 January 2011 - With 1.6 billion people in developing countries still lacking access to electricity, Secretary-General...
Climate change to go on for at least ?1,000 years? Jan. 9, 2011 - Rising carbon dioxide levels in the Earth's atmosphere will cause unstoppable changes to the climate...
Record-setting 2010 highlights global warming trend, says UN weather agency
20 January 2011 - The year 2010 ranked as the warmest on record - together with 2005 and 1998 - according to the...
U.S. pledges aid, urges developing nations to cut emissions
Dec 18 2010, COPENHAGEN -- With an offer of signi?cant new aid to help poor nations cope with the effects of global...
Canberra uni to ban bottled water Updated Fri Jan 21, 2011 - The University of Canberra (UC) is introducing a total ban on the sale of bottled water...
U.S., 20 other nations team to research greenhouse gas emissions from farms
December 17, 2009; The United States will join 20 other countries in a "research alliance" to better understand... UN highlights challenge of balancing poverty eradication with sustainable development
10 January 2011 - Eradicating global poverty while promoting sustainable development is the key challenge facing the world,
Better climate change data vital for ?nancial institutions - UN-backed report 12 January 2011 - With insurers, lenders, asset managers and their customers increasingly affected by the impacts of ...
Giant pandas 'need old-growth forests'
12 Jan - China's endangered giant pandas thrive in old forest that has never been logged, research shows. EU will exceed renewable energy goal of 20 percent by 2020Posted 9 Jan - The EU 27 will exceed its target of meeting 20 % of its gross final energy consumption from renewable... Scientists Create Rainstorms in the Desert4 Jan, (CANVAS STAFF REPORTS) - The defining feature of a desert is its consistent lack of rainfall. Yet Sheikh Khalifa ...
Antarctic expedition sets sail from HobartPosted Wed Jan 5, 2011 Australian and international scientists have sailed from Hobart on the Aurora Australis to investigate...
Rescuing DR Congo's natural heritage focus of upcoming UN meeting 5 January 2011 - The United Nations and the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) will hold a meeting... New UN-Korean partnership aims to boost transfer of 'green' technologies29 December 2010 - The United Nations today announced a new partnership with the Republic of Korea's international ... UN climate change chief urges nations to act on Cancún agreements
20 December 2010 - The United Nations climate change chief today called on countries to follow up on the recent... UN project helps West African farmers cut pesticide use, boost incomes
20 December 2010 - A project executed by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in West Africa...
Images from space enhance UN efforts to promote sustainable development on Earth
14 December 2010 - From shrinking glaciers and forests to the ravages of mining and urban sprawl, the United Nations... Heavy snows in Europe underline need to prepare for climate hazards - UN of?cial
13 December 2010 - The heavy snowfall that recently immobilised cities in Europe is an indication that the world may ...
UN of?cials hail climate change deal reached at Cancún conference
11 December 2010 - The United Nations climate change talks in Cancún have concluded with a package of decisions ...
Using Waste, Swedish City Cuts Its Fossil Fuel Use
10 December 2010 - KRISTIANSTAD, Sweden ? When this city vowed a decade ago to wean itself from fossil fuels...
Progress toward compromise on climate change
11 December 2010 - CANCUN, MEXICO - As they headed into a late-night session Friday night, delegates from 193...
UN-backed meeting on plant genetic resources opens in Rome
8 December 2010 - Representatives from more than 60 countries gathered in Rome today for a United Nations-backed...
In Cancún, UN chief makes impassioned plea for global agreement on climate change
7 December 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today made an impassioned plea for agreement at the United Nations...
Pact could be near to save tropical forests
7 December 2010 - CANCUN, MEXICO - For years, policymakers and scientists alike have spoken of the need to save...
Water adaptation strategies urgently needed to counter glacier shrinkage - UN of?cial
7 December 2010 - The United Nations environment chief is calling for the urgent development of adaptation strategies...
Key draft decisions agreed at UN climate change conference
5 December 2010 - Two bodies within United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) have... Nations 'rewriting climate plan'6 Dec 2010 -The UN's former top climate of?cial Yvo de Boer has accused developing countries, such as India and China... Read more
Growing ocean acidi?cation threatens marine life, says UN- backed report
2 December 2010 - A new United Nations-backed report warns that unless governments cut carbon dioxide (CO2) ...
Energy-ef?cient lights can save countries billions, massively cut emissions - UN report
1 December 2010 - Countries across the world can massively reduce their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and save...
New UN report urges better protection of biodiversity in Latin America and Caribbean
3 December 2010 - Governments in Latin America and the Caribbean must act to protect the extraordinary wealth...
UN publishes book celebrating rich biodiversity of Southern Caucasus
1 December 2010 - The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has published a book celebrating...
Developing nations to bene?t from new UN website on climate change funding
30 November 2010 - With developing countries slated to require as much as $100 billion a year for adaptation to climate...
New front opens in war against global warming
29 November 2010 - Many policymakers and business leaders have come to see the most basic method of slowing global... Scientists fear mass extinction as oceans choke30 November 2010 -Australian scientists fear the planet is on the brink of another mass extinction as ocean dead zones... Read more
Greenpeace says Paci?c countries will be heard at climate change talks 30 November 2010 -The environmental organisation Greenpeace says the voice of vulnerable Paci?c countries will be... Read more
UN climate change talks open in Cancún with call for balanced, concrete outcome
29 November 2010 - The United Nations Climate Change Conference opened today in Cancún, Mexico...
Case for man-made warming increased in 2010, scientists say
27 November 2010 - London, England (CNN) -- Evidence of man-made warming has increased in the past year...
Ahead of climate talks, UN-led report outlines greenhouse gas emissions gap
23 November 2010 - A new United Nations-led report says that nations can deliver almost 60 per cent of the emissions...
Ban appeals to students to help UN deliver what the world needs
22 November 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today appealed to young people to help the United Nations deliver...
UN of?cial con?dent of progress at Cancún climate change conference
22 November 2010 - Looking ahead to the United Nations climate change conference beginning in Cancún next week...
Alaska polar bears given 'critical habitat'
25 November 2010 - The US has designated a "critical habitat" for polar bears living on Alaska's disappearing sea ice. Bolder climate deal needed to close 'emissions gap,' U.N. says23 November 2010 - London, England (CNN) -- Governments must make bolder and more binding commitments to... Read more
Carbon emissions on the way up, scientists say
22 November 2010 - The snapshot, published in the journal Nature Geoscience, shows that after a dip in emissions...
Greenhouse gases reach record levels, could rise further, warns UN agency
24 November 2010 - The main greenhouse gases have reached their highest concentration levels since pre-industrial ...
UN development chief talks climate change in Bangladesh
16 November 2010 - Bangladesh's positive steps towards achieving the anti-poverty targets known as the Millennium...
UN's climate change chief: compromise and willingness needed at Cancun conference
15 November 2010 - With just two weeks until the start in Mexico of a major global conference on climate change, the...
Oceans - time to take out the garbage
5 November 2010 - When the Plastiki - a boat made of 12 500 plastic bottles - arrived in Sydney in July, it alerted... U.S ?rm to conduct climate change study in Paci?c19 November 2010 - A United States-based engineering ?rm, KBR, yesterday announced that its Australian-based... Read more
Oceans - time to take out the garbage
5 November 2010 - When the Plastiki - a boat made of 12 500 plastic bottles - arrived in Sydney in July, it alerted... U.S ?rm to conduct climate change study in Paci?c19 November 2010 - A United States-based engineering ?rm, KBR, yesterday announced that its Australian-based... Read more
India launches UN-backed action plan to slash transport emissions
12 November 2010 - India, the world's fourth largest greenhouse gas emitter, has launched a new United Nations-backed...
UN environment chief calls on G20 to build on previous pledges of green growth
9 November 2010 - As world leaders gather in the Republic of Korea for the latest meeting of the Group of 20 (G20) major... Ban calls for harnessing power of business, ?nance to advance development goals8 November 2010 - As the world continues to grapple with the global economic downturn, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon... Read more
Clinton, Gillard announce solar partnership
7 November 2010 - The Australian and United States governments have pledged to make solar energy cheaper in the... UN-backed forum discusses limiting environmental impact of sporting event
9 November 2010 - Organizers of major international sporting events today concluded a forum sponsored by the United...
NASA Study Shows Role of Melt in Arctic Sea Ice Loss
9 November 2010 - A NASA analysis of satellite data has quanti?ed, for the ?rst time, the amount of older and thicker...
Kiribati to show the world effects of climate change8 November 2010 - About 40 o!cials from around the world will ?y to the tiny atoll nation of Kiribati this week to take a... Read more
Clinton announces US$100m Climate change funding for Paci?c
4 November 2010 - The United States will provide more than US$100 million in climate-related fuisland nations worldwide.
Ban lauds landmark pact on sharing bene?ts of world's genetic wealth
1 November 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed a historic new United Nations treaty on sharing the...
UN Member States endorse plan to halt biodiversity loss and share genetic resources
2 November 2010 - Member States of the United Nations have adopted a new 10-year global strategy designed to halt the...
Climate change ?nancing 'challenging but feasible' - Ban's advisory group5 November 2010 - A high-level advisory group convened by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on mobilizing ?nancing to help... Read more
Dozens of eco-friendly initiatives bestowed UN-backed award
3 November 2010 - A solar device turning waste heat into electricity in rural China and an Ugandan business manufacturing... Models of climate action to be showcased daily by UN agency, ahead of Cancun parlay
1 November 2010 - A project to light up the Indian countryside with the power of the sun is one of 30 solutions to climate...
Nations agree on historic UN pact on sharing bene?ts of world's genetic resources29 October 2010 - After nearly two decades of debate, governments from around the world today agreed to a new United... Read more
U.N. agrees 2020 biodiversity targets
29 Oct, 2010 -London, England (CNN) -- A deal to protect the world's ecosystems over the next decade has been agreed by... Climate Panel Offers Ways to Raise Cash to Cope
5 November 2010 - UNITED NATIONS ? After grappling with a fundamental deadlock between rich and poor nations over...
Nature talks heading for success, delegates say
29 October 2010 - UN talks on a new deal aimed at protecting nature and equitably sharing in its bene?ts seem to be on course...
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Save the Pacific
Nov 1, 2010 - "The loss of biodiversity is killing us, it's killing the rest of life and we're going to kill ourselves. If we continue down... UN report urges action to save Arctic biodiversity
27 October 2010 - Protecting the biodiversity of the Arctic, home to some of the most rapid environmental changes on...
Agriculture must become 'climate-smart,' says UN agency
28 October 2010 - A new United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) report calls for agriculture in developing...
UN urges management of inland fisheries for food, income stability
22 October 2010 - The need to conserve and properly manage inland fisheries is often neglected despite the crucial role they...
Forecast: global warming may bring giant droughtOct. 19, 2010 - Thanks to global warming, the United States and many other populous countries face a growing threat of long... Read more
Report highlights Amazon's rich diversity
27 October 2010 - London, England (CNN) -- More than 1,200 new species of plants and animals have been discovered in the...
With world's coral reefs under threat, UN report urges coordinated protection measures26 October 2010 - A new United Nations report urges a global partnership, backed by commitment and resources, to tackle... Read more
Grass could turn toxic waste into energy
Oct. 29, 2010 - A team of Australian and Chinese scientists claims to have pioneered a method to decontaminate polluted land...
More species slide to extinction
Oct. 26, 2010 - One fifth of animal and plant species are under the threat of extinction, a global conservation study has... UN study highlights the immense economic and social value of ecosystems
20 October 2010 - Businesses and policy-makers need to recognize the tremendous economic value of ecosystems...
UN summit aims to shape global strategy to save world's biodiversity 18 October 2010 - Delegates from across the world have gathered in the Japanese city of Nagoya today for a United Nations ... Read more
Marine species threatened by pollution, climate change - UN report
19 October 2010 - Pollution, over-fishing and climate change are having an increasingly damaging impact on the world's... Rich countries must live up to pledge to help developing world on climate change - UN13 October 2010 - United Nations officials have called on industrialized countries to live up to their multi-billion dollar pledges... Read more
UN agency to list '30 Ways in 30 Days' to combat climate change5 October 2010 - In the run up to next month's major climate change conference in Cancún, the United Nations Environment... Read more
Eleven new sites join UN-backed geo-parks list
5 October 2010 - Eleven new sites of outstanding panoramic beauty and scientific importance, from subterranean rivers in...
UN-backed gathering aims to identify climate change adaptation actions
11 October 2010 - Hundreds of people have gathered at a United Nations-backed meeting in Addis Ababa to identify actions...
Hungary: Toxic spill factory chief executive arrested
29 September 2010 - Three small island States today said the forthcoming climate change conference in Cancun, Mexico...
At UN, developing nations urge boost in global support to fight climate change28 September 2010 - Developing nations took to the podium today at the General Assembly's annual high-level debate to... Read more
Green growth can help Asia-Pacific overcome recessions, climate change - UN
27 September 2010 - Green growth can simultaneously promote environmental sustainability and development in Asia and...
Six countries dominate clean energy patents, UN-backed study finds30 September 2010 - Innovations in clean energy technologies are concentrated in six countries - Japan, the United States... Read more
Island States call for concrete results from upcoming UN climate change meeting
29 September 2010 - Three small island States today said the forthcoming climate change conference in Cancun, Mexico...
Plant species in peril, report warns
28 September 2010 - London, England (CNN) -- Over one-fifth of the world's plant species are threatened with extinction...
Can a Push for Corporate Disclosure Save Us From Our Plastics?3 October 2010 - Usinginvestors?or potential investors?to put the squeeze on plastic abuse may be a powerful wave of the future... Read more
Over a fifth of plant species may face extinction threat
29 September 2010 - Three small island States today said the forthcoming climate change conference in Cancun, Mexico...
UN summit confident of achieving MDGs on time if world delivers 22 September 2010 - While expressing deep concern that progress has fallen far short of what is needed, a United Nations... Read more
UN Ambassador Edward Norton calls for people power to protect biodiversity
22 September 2010 - Individuals can use their wallets, their Internet skills and their lawmakers to press corporations and...
Turkey, a major ship recycling nation, signs UN convention14 September 2010 - The new President of the General Assembly, Joseph Deiss, today outlined the body's priorities during its 65th... Read more
Organic farms have better fruit, soil, environment, study finds
Sept. 2, 2010 - Compared to conventional strawberry farms, organic ones consistently produce fruit that's equal or better in taste...
Shifting to a green economy can hasten development, says new UN report 20 September 2010 - Intensifying investments in clean energy can accelerate the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals... Read more
Development, environment and UN reform the focus of new Assembly session 14 September 2010 - The new President of the General Assembly, Joseph Deiss, today outlined the body's priorities during its 65th... Read more
Global efforts halt depletion of life-preserving ozone layer, UN reports
16 September 2010 - International efforts to protect the ozone layer shielding life on Earth from harmful levels of ultraviolet rays... UN gives hope to Rwandan communities ravaged by climate change
5 September 2010 - As worldwide population increases by 40 percent over the next 40 years, sparsely populated Canada, Scandinavia...
U.S. reiterates commitment to 2020 climate goal
3 Sep 2010 - GENEVA (Reuters) - The United States reiterated on Friday that it was committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by... Global Warming's Silver Lining? Northern Countries Will Thrive and Grow, Researcher Predicts
5 September 2010 - As worldwide population increases by 40 percent over the next 40 years, sparsely populated Canada, Scandinavia...
UN-backed climate body says independent review will strengthen its work
30 August 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the head of the United Nations-backed panel tasked with preparing scientific... Ban highlights collective responsibility to protect world's oceans
3 September 2010 - Highlighting the centrality of the marine environment to human well-being, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today... Ancient coral reef uncovered in South Pacific
1 September 2010 - An ancient reef found in the Pacific may provide clues to what will happen to coral when sea temperatures rise. Drought tolerant maize to hugely benefit Africa: study
25 Aug 2010 - ABIDJAN (Reuters) - Distributing new varieties of drought tolerant maize to African farmers could save more than $1.5 b... UN-backed pact launches new tool to monitor trade in endangered species
25 August 2010 - The secretariat of a United Nations-backed conservation convention today announced the launch of a new web... Sea Level to Rise Even With Aggressive Geo-Engineering and Greenhouse Gas Control, Study Finds
ScienceDaily (Aug. 24, 2010) ? New findings by international research group of scientists from England, China and Denmark just... UN hopes science review eases climate scepticism
30 August 2010 - A review due on Monday (US time) can help restore public faith in the United Nations panel of climate scientists and its...
EPA Rejects Claims of Flawed Climate Science
29 Jul 2010 - WASHINGTON - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today denied 10 petitions challenging its 2009... Finding New Ways to Fill the Tank
18 August 2010 - CAMBRIDGE, Mass. ? Most research on renewable energy has focused on replacing the electricity that now comes... Deep, Open Ocean Is Vastly Under-Explored, Study Finds
ScienceDaily (Aug. 3, 2010) ? New research from the University of Sheffield has discovered that the deep open ocean, by far the... China to Invest Billions in Electric and Hybrid Cars
SHANGHAI ? The Chinese government, determined to become a world leader in green technology, says it plans to invest billions of... Hong Kong teen takes top prize in UN environment agency's painting competition
12 August 2010 - A painting warning of the dangers of pollution by a teenager from Hong Kong, China, beat out hundreds of thousands... UN agency spotlights tourism's potential to promote conservation
13 August 2010 - With the rate of ice breaking off icebergs and glaciers picking up pace, the United Nations Environment Programme... Top UN climate change official calls for enhanced action after talks wrap up
6 August 2010 - While progress has been made in the latest round of international climate change negotiations, governments must... New UN climate change chief rallies governments to step up action
2 August 2010 - With the future of humanity at stake, governments must continue building common ground to further progress on... Increased cooperation vital to tackling climate change in Pacific, Ban says
4 August 2010 - Closer international cooperation is necessary to help Pacific island nations combat the impact of climate change, Ten key indicators show global warming "undeniable"
29 Jul - (Reuters) - Melting glaciers, more humid air and eight other key indicators show that global warming is undeniable, scientists... Climate check-up 'screams world is warming'
29 Jul - A report on the world's climate has confirmed that 2009 was one of Australia's hottest years on record and provides more... Boat made from plastic bottles completes Pacific voyage
26 Jul - A boat made from thousands of plastic bottles has sailed into Sydney Harbour, completing a four-month voyage that began...
UN-backed conservation project helps save Tanzanian forest 27 July 2010 - Thousands of hectares of fragile mountainous forest in north- eastern Tanzania have been preserved through a...
First-of-Its-Kind Map Details the Height of the Globe's Forests ScienceDaily (July 21, 2010) ? Using NASA satellite data, scientists have produced a ?rst-of-its kind map that details the height of...
Countries pledge global support for clean energy
Tue, Jul 20 2010 - WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States and dozens of other countries have pledged hundreds of millions of... Gillard to ask the people on climate change
23 July 2010 - A re-elected Labor government would ask a new "citizens' assembly" for climate change advice, under a key part of the... Ban warns of costs of inaction on climate change
13 July 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today warned of the risks posed by inaction on climate change, as the high-level group... Blistering Planet: What We Ought to Learn from the BP Oil Spill 12 July, 2010 - "Blistering Planet" should be the new namesake for BP. This is yet another hot spot in the world's activities that is... UN advisory group seeks to enhance public-private links to boost access to energy 15 July 2010 - The potential of new public-private partnerships to enhance energy access and efficiency topped today's discussions...
World?s ?rst solar-powered plane lands safely 8 July, 2010 - Solar Impulse has become the world?s ?rst solar-powered plane to make it through the night, landing safely at 9am. Asia-Pacific nations agree to promote low- carbon economic growth - UN 9 July 2010 - Government officials and policymakers from Asia and the Pacific have concluded a United Nations-organized meeting...
UN names actor Edward Norton as celebrity advocate for preserving biodiversity
8 July 2010 - Acclaimed actor and conservation activist Edward Norton took on his latest role today, as Secretary-General Ban... Chinese actress named UN environment ambassador
5 July 2010 - Chinese actress Li Bingbing has been appointed as the first national Goodwill Ambassador in China for the United...
Panel in Britain clears scientists of misconduct allegations in 'Climate-gate' July 8, 2010; A05 - An independent commission in Britain cleared climate-change researchers of charges of academic misconduct... Russia to create new national parks and reserves nearly size of Switzerland 06 July 2010 - Polar bears, walruses, sea otters, and other endangered species are all set to benefit from a Russian decision to boost... UN meteorological agency reports end to El Niño pattern over the Pacific
6 July 2010 - The weather pattern known as El Niño rapidly dissipated in early May, giving way to the development of cool, neutral to...
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Boost agroecological farming to feed world and save climate, UN expert says
22 June 2010 - Agroecological farming, which improves food production and farmers' incomes while at the same time protecting the ...
EU sees solar power imported from Sahara in five years Updated: 23 June 2010 - Europe will import its first solar-generated electricity from North Africa within the next five years, European... Ban urges G20 leaders to invest in 'green' economy on second day of Toronto summit 27 June 2010 - In a continued push to keep the poorest and most vulnerable at the forefront of international discussions, Secretary... Study examines scientists' 'climate credibility' 22 June, 2010 - Some 98% of climate scientists that publish research on the subject support the view that human activities are warming... UN agency joins with 'green' town to spread waste management know-how 14 June 2010 - The United Nations agency created to promote industrial development announced today a new agreement to help... Whale poo fights climate change: study June 16, 2010 - The fight to stop whaling has been boosted with new research showing the southern ocean sperm whale can remove... Oil spill threatens iconic fish with saw-like snout May 27, 2010 - The oil spill caused by the collapse of a BP oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico threatens to kill off a critically endangered... Arctic ice at multi-millennium low: researchers June 3, 2010 - Less ice covers the Arctic today than at any time in the past few thousand years. So says an international group of... Actor Don Cheadle named UN Goodwill Ambassador for environment 5 June 2010 - Actor Don Cheadle was today appointed as Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations environment agency during a... Norwegian premier to co-chair UN-backed advisory group on climate change financing 6 June 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today announced that the Prime Minister of Norway, Jens Stoltenberg, has accepted... Outgoing UN climate change official says some progress made in latest talks 11 June 2010 - The United Nations climate change talks this week in Bonn, Germany, made important progress in fleshing out how... China, Nepal reach historic biodiversity agreement 9 June 2010 - Beijing, China - WWF welcomes the historic pledge by China and Nepal to work together to better protect nature in... Diversity within species may be as important as among them 2 June 2010 - For the health and resilience of a natural environment, it may be as important for each species to have genetic diversity... Day 49: Latest oil spill developments June 7th, 2010 - Here are the latest developments on the oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, caused by the April 20 explosion on the... UNESCO honours young scientists for biodiversity conservation 4 June 2010 - Budding scientists from around the world whose interests range from environmental conservation in Argentina to... Restoring damaged ecosystems can generate wealth and employment - UN report 3 June 2010 - Repairing forests, lakes and other types of nature reserves that have been damaged or depleted can generate wealth... Profiting from nature's portfolio 4 June 2010 - We've had a fair bit of chat here in recent months about diversity in the natural world, and why it matters - with some... Marking World Environment Day, UN sounds alarm on biodiversity 4 June 2010 - As millions around the globe celebrateWorld Environment Day, United Nations officials are warning that the incredible... New nature reserves to be added to UN list 31 May 2010 - New nature reserves such as lakes and wetlands will be added to a United Nations network that was created in an... Indonesia pledges two-year deforestation moratorium May 27, 2010 - Indonesian will introduce a two-year moratorium on deforestation...
Biosphere reserves in Ethiopia and Zimbabwe join UN list 2 June 2010 - For the first time, biosphere reserves in Ethiopia and Zimbabwe are joining the United Nations network that was created... Conference on saving world's fish stocks opens at UN Headquarters 24 May 2010 - A five-day conference on fish conservation opened at United Nations Headquarters in New York today amid warnings... Biodiversity loss brings ecological systems closer to a tipping point, Ban says 22 May 2010 - Despite repeated global commitments to protect the planet's species and habitats, the variety of life continues to decline... Carbon dioxide affecting coral growth May 24, 2010 - Early results of a new study show that carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions absorbed by the ocean are having an effect... Indonesia announces 2-year reprieve for forests May 27, 2010 - Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono says he will introduce a two-year moratorium on deforestation...
GDF Unity in Diversity-10.10.10, Melbourne Summit, 10-12 Oct. 2010 In collaboration with the UN Alliance of Civilizations, Global Dialogue Foundation will be hosting the inaugural Pacific dialogue summit... Asia-Pacific nations call for 'green' economic growth strategies at UN forum 19 May 2010 - More than 60 nations in Asia and the Pacific have underscored the urgent need for 'green' strategies to spur economic...
'World's biggest' forest protection deal for Canada 18 May 2010 - Timber companies and environment groups have unveiled an agreement aimed at protecting two-thirds of Canada's...
Arctic team reports unusual conditions near Pole May 17 2010 - OTTAWA (Reuters Life!) - A group of British explorers just back from a 60-day trip to the North Pole said Monday they...
UN names Costa Rican as new climate change chief 17 May 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today appointed Christiana Figueres of Costa Rica to lead United Nations efforts to...
New UN climate head demands ambition and transparency 18 May 2010 - Christiana Figueres also told the BBC that the process used to hammer out a deal at December's Copenhagen summit...
'Pinocchio' frog discovered in Indonesia 18 May 2010 - A team from Conservation International found at least 12 new animals during a survey of the Foja Mountains in the... US team creates first 'synthetic life' 21 May 2010 - WASHINGTON (AFP) - US researchers have developed the first self-replicating bacteria cell controlled by a synthetic...
Governments must act swiftly to salvage biodiversity, UN report finds 10 May 2010 - A new biodiversity report released today by two United Nations environmental bodies concluded that unless radical...
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World lags far behind on sustainable development goals, Ban warns 14 May 2010 - The United Nations commission entrusted with harmonizing economic development with environmental conservation...
Europe to examine case for bigger CO2 cuts 11 May 2010 - Europe's climate commissioner Connie Hedegaard is to set out the case for a unilateral 30% EU cut in CO2...
Nature loss 'to damage economies' 10 May 2010 - The Earth's ongoing nature losses may soon begin to hit national economies, a major UN report has warned... UN session on sustainable development begins 3 May 2010 - The latest session of the United Nations commission on sustainable use of the world's resources got under way in... US Cut Its CO2 Emissions by 7 Percent Last Year 6 May 2010 - The world can be a thoroughly depressing place. It seems like bad news is all we ever get, like oil spills destroying... UN-backed events to celebrate bird migration and highlight conservation 7 May 2010 - Thousands of people in more than 40 countries across the globe will this weekend participate in United Nations... Climate change tops UN chief's talks with Bolivian President 7 May 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon discussed climate change today with Evo Morales Ayma, the President of Bolivia... Asian nations leading the way in 'green' economic stimulus packages - UN 3 May 2010 - Asian nations, particularly China and the Republic of Korea, are surging ahead of other major world economies with 'green'...
Whatever Happened to the Hole in the Ozone Layer? 6 May 2010 - Three British scientists shocked the world when they revealed on May 16th, 1985 ? 25 years ago ? that aerosol... UN report pushes for energy access and efficiency to fight poverty and climate change 28 April 2010 - Increasing access to clean energy and improving its efficiency will be vital to both enhancing global prosperity and... Debate on indigenous peoples and forests among highlights of annual UN forum 30 April 2010 - The relationship between indigenous peoples and forests was among the major issues discussed during a two-week... Indonesia hosts world's biggest geothermal energy forum 25 April 2010 - The congress in Bali is an attempt to look at how to better develop geothermal power as an environmentally friendly... UN agreement to allow people to check local pollution online 23 April 2010 - A United Nations-backed group on pollution registration - which allows European to find out about sources of pollution...
Soil Production of C02 May Decline As World Warms 27 April 2010 - Contradicting earlier studies showing that soil microbes will emit more carbon dioxide as global warming intensifies... Safeguarding Earth crucial to development, human well-being, Ban stresses 22 April 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today stressed the need to respect and care for the Earth, noting that safeguarding... Acidic oceans worsening, experts warn 22 April 2010 - Manmade emissions of carbon dioxide are making our oceans more acidic ? and thus threatening corals and shellfish...
UK water imports 'unsustainable' 19 April 2010 - The amount of water used to produce food and goods imported to developed countries is worsening water shortages...
COMMANDMENTS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT ROME, APRIL 18, 2010 (Zenit.org).- In the five years since he was elected Pope, Benedict XVI has repeatedly spoken out on issues...
Two national presidents among this year's winners of top UN environment award 22 April 2010 - The Presidents of Guyana and Maldives are among six winners from government, science, business and entertainment... Soccer star Eto'o features in UN agency's new biodiversity campaign 20 April 2010 - Cameroonian football striker Samuel Eto'o features in a new series of advertisements by the sportswear conglomerate... UN-supported study reports promising gains towards low-carbon economy 21 April 2010 - A new United Nations-supported study released today shows that countries forged ahead with low-carbon growth... Milk production accounts for nearly 3 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions - UN 20 April 2010 - Just under three per cent of the global greenhouse gas emissions are a result of milk production, according to a ... Scientists find it difficult to predict volcano behavior 21 April 2010 - The year of the earthquake has suddenly become the year of the volcano. Plastic vortex wreaks havoc on marine life Updated Fri Apr 16, 2010 11:20am AEST - The plastic vortex of the Northern Pacific is where much of the non-biodegradable rubbish... Marine Activists raise awareness of plastic vortex April 13, 2010 - Here's a question, have you ever heard of the Plastic Vortex? If not, do not be surprised, as most of the people involved... Iceland's volcanic ash halts ?ights across Europe 16 April 2010 - LONDON - An enormous ash cloud from a remote Icelandic volcano caused the biggest ?ight... UN agrees to host two more rounds of climate change talks before summit in Mexico 12 April 2010 - Participants at the United Nations climate change talks in Bonn have agreed to intensify their negotiating schedule... UN agency explores potential benefits of organic agriculture in Eastern Europe 12 April 2010 - The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) said today it is partnering with an organic farming organization...
Secretary-General calls for European action as climatetalks restart in Bonn 9 April 2010 - Thefirst session of formal United Nations climate change negotiationssince last December's global gathering...
Experts at UN meeting consider green economy's impact on society and environment 8 April 2010 - Experts from 75 countries gathered in Geneva today for a United Nations-backed meeting to discuss the social...
UN agency takes aim at two birds with one stone - poverty and global warming 7 April 2010 - In a novel track in the battle against global warming, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has...
Lasers could create clean nuclear energy 6 April 2010 - An Australian-led team of scientists may have found a way of creating a cheap and abundant source of clean energy...
Shrinking Aral Sea underscores need for urgent action on environment - Ban 4 April 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Sunday witnessed one of the world's worst environmental disasters as he flew over...
Draft biodiversity accord finalized at UN meeting in Colombia 30 March 2010 - After a week of intensive discussions and six weeks of preparation, a draft international agreement on access to the...
Abu Dhabi's 'green' city Masdar28 March 2010 - The world's first zero-carbon city is being built in Abu Dhabi and is designed to be not only free of cars and... El Niño to lose grip by mid-year, UN weather agency predicts 30 March 2010 - The El Niño weather pattern - blamed for this year's heavy snows in the United States and a long-running drought... More parties to UN climate change body commit to limit emissions
31 March 2010 - The United Nations announced today that 75 nations have submitted their pledges to cut or limit emissions of... Ban appeals to world's citizens to dim lights to combat climate change 26 March 2010 - By turning off their lights for one hour tomorrow night, people around the world can take a stand and inspire the action... China steams ahead on clean energy 26 March 2010 - China overtook the US during 2009 to become the leading investor in renewable energy technologies, according to... Ban appeals to world's citizens to dim lights to combat climate change 26 March 2010 - By turning off their lights for one hour tomorrow night, people around the world can take a stand and inspire the action... On World Meteorological Day, UN spotlights crucial role of weather prediction 23 March 2010 - With the ever-improving ability to predict climate having saved millions of lives around the world, the United Nations... Final push towards biodiversity accord begins at UN meeting in Colombia 22 March 2010 - After six years of intensive discussions, some 500 delegates have gathered at a United Nations meeting in Cali... CSIRO chief defends climate science 15 March 2010 - The head of Australia's peak science body has spoken out in defence of climate scientists, saying the link between UN-backed global conference on trade in endangered species begins 13 March 2010 - A United Nations-backed conference aimed at regulating international trade in endangered species such as elephants, Climate change is a fact, says China 10 March 2010 - The Chinese Government says the view that climate change is not man-made is a marginal and "extreme" outlook. Ban announces independent review of UN-backed climate body 10 March 2010 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the head of the United Nations-backed panel tasked with preparing regular Polar bears survived previous ice thaw... but they won't be so lucky this time, warn experts 2 March 2010, When it comes to bears, the polar species is the new kid on the block. A rare fossil jaw found in Norway has revealed World leaders, top academics selected for Ban's climate change advisory group 4 March 2010 - Philanthropist George Soros and prominent British academic Nicholas Stern are among the 19 members of the high-level Days 'shorter after Chilean earthquake' 2 Mar 2010 - The earthquake that killed more than 700 people in Chile probably shifted the Earth's axis and shortened the day, Environment ministers pledge to strengthen fight against climate change - UN 26 February 2010 - Governments reached a landmark agreement today to boost the global response to the impact of climate change Africa lagging behind in development of 'green' energy economy - UN 3 March 2010 - Africa is lagging behind the rest of the world in developing renewable energy projects with initiatives aimed at Australian town, 326 miles from river, hit by raining fish 1 Mar 2010 - Residents in a remote desert town in Australia, 326 miles from the nearest river, are recovering after witnessing two days
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Plastic rubbish blights Atlantic Ocean 24 Feb 2010 - Scientists have discovered an area of the North Atlantic Ocean where plastic debris accumulates. The new wave: Harnessing the power of the ocean 25 February 2010 - (CNN) -- Producing electricity using the power of the oceans could start a new wave in renewable energy. AAAS: Coral reefs could disappear by the end of the century 24 February 2010 - The world's coral reefs could dissolve away by the end of the century as oceans become more acidic, Rechargeable light, clean stove schemes win UN environmental prize 23 February 2010 - A pair of grassroots initiatives bringing environmentally friendly stoves and rechargeable lighting to remote UN forum focuses on improving monitoring of climate change impact 22 February 2010 - The climate change challenge is real and every social, economic and environmental sector will be affected, India's contribution pushes UN global campaign to over 10 billion trees planted 25 February 2010 - India, the world's second most populous country, announced today that it is coming on board the United Nations East Asia's economy could suffer if seas are not protected, says UN report 19 February 2010 - East Asia's economically viable coastal habitats and ecosystems are under threat from pollution, alien Preserving world's biodiversity vital for economic development, UN official warns 11 February 2010 - Saving the world's myriad diverse species, which are being lost to human activity at an unprecedented Winter Olympics in Vancouver aim to win green medal from UN agency 13 February 2010 - The organizers of the Winter Olympics that kicked off this weekend in Vancouver are hoping to stage UN report urges greater green efforts in Latin America and the Caribbean 17 February 2010 - A new United Nations report calls for greater efforts to advance environmentally sustainable development Ban unveils new high-level advisory group to spur action on climate change 12 February 2010 - The leaders of the United Kingdom and Ethiopia will head up a new high-level group launched by Preserving world's biodiversity vital for economic development, UN official warns 11 February 2010 - Saving the world's myriad diverse species, which are being lost to human activity at an unprecedented rate Top UN green official defends conclusions of landmark climate change report 6 February 2010 - The great weight of science still supports the findings in a landmark 2007 report from a United Nations-backed Bulk of emitters submit climate pledges to UN convention 2 February 2010 - Some of the world's biggest emitters of carbon dioxide have formally submitted to the United Nations their UN forum examines links between weather forecasts and aviation 3 February 2010 - With adverse weather causing air traffic delays and aircraft accidents, the United Nations today kicked off a High-Tech Energy "Oasis" to Bloom in the Desert? 22 Jan - A renewable-energy "oasis" slated to be built in 2010 may serve as a proving ground for new technologies designed to Coral reefs are evolution hotspot 7 January 2010 - Coral reefs give rise to many more new species than other tropical marine habitats, according to a new study. UN opens Biodiversity Year with plea to save world's life-supporting ecosystems 1 January 2010 - In a bid to curb the unprecedented loss of the world's species due to human activity - at a rate some experts put at
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