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#GENeva: a global hub for #environmental governance. GEN is a network of over 100 organizations based in the region, led by @UNEP.org & supported by #Switzerland
#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 12-18 January?

#ISPCWP1 Preparations
#BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty Entry into Force
✅ Committed to Carrying Out Mandates
✅ Championing for the Earth
#GreenWinter
✅ & more

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January 12, 2026 at 8:02 AM
In preparation for a simulation of the #UN General Assembly by students of Collège de Candolle, the GEN provided a presentation on #GENeva as a global hub of international environmental governance, highlighting the importance of multilateral diplomacy at work.
January 8, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Today, College of William and Mary students visited #EnvironmentHouse for an intro on #GENeva as a global hub for env't governance!

Rich discussions took place with Nada Hanna on #AMR & #OneHealth, Fabien le François on climate, health & development & alumnus Kenneth Davis on his career journey.
January 8, 2026 at 4:15 PM
The 1st session of the Plenary of the ISP-CWP will take place in #GENeva from 2 to 6 February.

Ahead of the #ISPCWP1, join this pre-session briefing for an outlook on preparations, key documents & stakeholder perspectives.

📅 14 January, 14:00 CET
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January 7, 2026 at 2:32 PM
He shares an upcoming document for #ISPCWP national focal points by @unitar.bsky.social with the support of #Switzerland ahead of #ISPCWP1. It provides a practical guide based on best experiences of other science-policy interfaces to equip governments for effective stakeholder engagement.
January 7, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Stephen Joyce of @unitar.bsky.social presents key functions that #ISPCWP national focal points could undertake as primary links between the government & the scientific community:

🔹 Nomination & selection of experts
🔹 Scoping of deliverables
🔹 Drafting & preview of deliverables
January 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM
"Our responsibility is ensuring governments and stakeholders are prepared to participate meaningfully."

Jorge Ocana of @unitar.bsky.social highlights #ISPCWP is a step in the right direction for coordinated action on pollution, based on robust scientific advice.
January 7, 2026 at 9:46 AM
Michel Tschirren of #Switzerland underscores that the #ISPCWP is a landmark achievement, providing a space where science informs policy.

He reiterates Switzerland's 🇨🇭 commitment to host the panel's Secretariat, building on #GENeva ecosystem for chemicals, waste & pollution governance.
January 7, 2026 at 9:44 AM
The GEN is at the first of four Regional Webinars on Effective Stakeholder Engagement with #ISPCWP organized by @unitar.bsky.social with the support of #Switzerland, discussing engagement of national stakeholders in the work of the Panel & more.

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January 7, 2026 at 9:40 AM
#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 5-11 January?

✅ Happy 2026!
✅ 2026 & Global Environmental Agenda
✅ Upcoming GEN Events
✅ Upcoming Deadlines
✅ & more

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January 5, 2026 at 8:13 AM
2025 in 47 covers. 🌍

As 2025 comes to a close, the Geneva Environment Network reflects on a year of connecting #GENeva and the global community to key environmental issues.🌱

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December 31, 2025 at 8:02 AM
27 December is International Day of #EpidemicPreparedness.

Building more resilient societies in the face of future epidemics needs a #OneHealth approach.

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December 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
#SeasonsGreetings from us to you! 🌲

2025 was filled with important advancements in tackling #TriplePlanetaryCrisis.

With 91+ events organized by the GEN & partners, look back at achievements in #GENeva, a Global Hub for Env't Governance & beyond ▶️ tiny.cc/GENYearInRev...
December 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
"Carry forward the #GENeva spirit of cooperation, dialogue and shared responsibility."

We thank everyone for joining #SciencePolicy Day that aimed to build more bridges between science & policy and transform knowledge into action & action into hope.

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December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Building on a statement at #UNEA7 by #Switzerland w/ 60 countries, H.E. Amb. Felix Wertli shared work is underway to establish a Group of Friends of Science – a group of member states ensuring science in negotiations & safeguarding its integrity. @bafu.admin.ch

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December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Throughout the day, scientists, policymakers and science-policy interface focal points held Lightning Talks, underscoring the importance of collaboration among the various #SciencePolicy interfaces, scientific disciplines and to make the panels inclusive and intergenerational.
December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
During the Interactive Science Policy Fair, participants had the chance to interact & exchange with over 20 organizations working on the interstices of #SciencePolicy, showcasing how #GENeva advances #SciencePolicyForPlanetaryCrisis through the work of experts in Geneva & beyond.
December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Speakers in various discussions underscored the importance of collaboration among #SciencePolicy interfaces, meaningful inclusion, robust procedures, including on conflicts of interest, and stronger financial support for the different panels.

#SciencePolicyForPlanetaryCrisis
December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
In the lead-up to upcoming milestones in tackling the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis, including the first plenary of #ISPCWP1, panel discussions, fireside chats, lightning talks & interactive fair all underscored the role #SPIs play in turning knowledge into concrete action.

@ipcc.bsky.social @ipbes.net
December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
This week, the International #EnvironmentHouse opened its doors for a special event that underscored the need to strengthening #SciencePolicy Interface to address the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis.

#SciencePolicyForPlanetaryCrisis

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December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Thank you for joining this special event that showcased and underscored why strengthening the #SciencePolicy Interface is necessary to effectively address the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis.

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December 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Throughout the day, participants gathered for the Interactive #SciencePolicy Fair, showcasing how #GENeva advances #SciencePolicyForPlanetaryCrisis through the work of experts in Geneva & beyond.

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December 17, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Reflecting on insights of the #SciencePolicy Day, closing remarks highlighted that SPIs not only translate knowledge into action, but also foster collaboration across disciplines, institutions & nations, guiding evidence-based responses.

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December 17, 2025 at 12:05 PM
In a fireside chat, experts highly engaged in #SPIs will share experiences, reflections, and lessons learned on how governments and stakeholders can better engage in #SciencePolicy Interfaces moving forward.

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December 17, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Breakthroughs in tackling the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis continue to be made at recent & upcoming Science-Policy Panels plenaries. Discussing expectations & preparations, representatives will present what is to come.

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December 17, 2025 at 10:55 AM