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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 7d

Mountains… ⛰️🤎

feed rivers,
shape weather,
shelter wildlife,
sustain communities,
inspire cultures,
offer refuge,
astonish with their beauty.

Yet, their importance is too often forgotten, even as they shape life far beyond their peaks.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 7d

With deep sorrow, I join the world in mourning the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall, one of the most important conservation leaders of our lifetime.

We will carry on her work with the urgency & hope she spoke of.

@unep.org sends our condolences to all family & friends.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 8d

We are all united by something far greater than borders: the global hydrological cycle.

At #UNGA, joined @jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu and @ec.europa.eu for an important event on water resilience.

We must revalue, monitor & invest in this hydrological cycle. My speech: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

The hydrological cycle that binds us all

Inger Andersen, UNEP Chief, emphasizes that while water connects all life, it is being mismanaged. To safeguard our future, we must treat the global hydrological cycle as a shared resource and adopt i...

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 9d

Did you know that each year we waste 1.05 billion tonnes of food, contributing 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions?

@unep.org is working with partners like @fao.org to help #StopFoodLossandWaste.

On #FWLDay, find out how you can reduce waste today: www.stopfoodlosswaste.org/act-now/what...

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 12d

At INC-5.2, stakes were high & hopes higher to land a #PlasticsTreaty.

But this was not a definitive end, just the end of that session. And important progress was made after 10 hard-fought days of diplomacy.

My speech to #UNGA plastic pollution event hosted by 🇰🇪 and 🇳🇴
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Persistence and patience needed on plastic pollution deal

Despite no treaty at INC-5.2, nations made meaningful strides toward ending plastic pollution. Dialogue, persistence, and unity remain vital to securing a global deal, says UNEP Executive Director Ing...

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 13d

A pleasure to see Jessika Roswall, @ec.europa.eu Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, at #UNGA.

Good discussion on the importance of continuing work to #BeatPlasticPollution and #UNEA7. Look forward to ongoing strong EU 🇪🇺 leadership #ForPeopleForPlanet.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 13d

As #UNOC3 hosts, France championed the now ratified BBNJ agreement & built momentum towards a #PlasticsTreaty.

Pleased to meet Agnès Pannier-Runacher, French Ecological Transition Minister, at #UNGA.

I count on 🇫🇷 to continue support to @unep.org so we can do even more together #ForPeopleForPlanet

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 13d

Clean air is a critical health issue. One in nine people around the world are breathing unsafe air.

But this is a solvable problem.

At #UNGA Clean Air side-event, stressed the need for collective action, with solutions across sectors and agencies, backed by finance: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

Let the right air in

Urgent action is needed to tackle indoor air pollution, tobacco use, and outdoor pollutants, clean air is essential for health, climate, and sustainable development, says UNEP’s Inger Andersen.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 13d

The toxic environmental legacy of the Ukraine war will be felt for generations.

@unep.org continues to support Ukraine, and other conflict countries, with these environmental impacts.

On sidelines of #UNGA, pleased to meet Oleksii Sobolev, Ukraine's Minister of Economy, Environment & Agriculture.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 13d

A pleasure to see Adel bin Ahmad al-Jubeir, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at #UNGA.

As the current presidency of @unccd.bsky.social, Saudi Arabia is leading efforts to tackle land degradation, drought and desertification.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 13d

Methane matters now.

At #UNGA @unep.org and @ccacoalition.bsky.social Methane Solutions Dialogue, I encouraged ministers to:

🔹 Lead with ambition
🔹 Back transparency & accountability
🔹 Leverage trade
🔹 Invest in partnerships & capacity

Thanks to @michaelrbloomberg.bsky.social for ongoing support.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 14d

The United Kingdom will host the twelfth session of the Plenary of the @ipbes.net next year.

Pleased to see Mary Creagh, UK Minister for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Environment, at #UNGA to discuss more.

Look forward to working with the 🇬🇧 to deliver ambitious outcomes for biodiversity.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 14d

Open, inclusive and safe Digital Public Infrastructure for environmental data is a game-changer for #ClimateAction.

On #DigitalCooperationDay, very much welcome 🇧🇷 #COP30 Presidency leadership to push this critical issue ahead of Belém so we can scale sustainable development and climate solutions.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 14d

We can - and we must - end childhood lead poisoning and protect children from all toxins.

Pleased to address the #UNGA Partnership for a Lead Free Future event this morning, reinforcing @unep.org commitment to make this future a reality.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 14d

The evidence is clear: chemicals from plastic pollution are leaking into our environment and yes, our bodies.

We need to understand these impacts in greater detail and secure a #PlasticsTreaty that addresses this challenge.

My address to the #NYULHplasticshealth Symposium: youtu.be/y1PZI_8dFyQ?...

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 15d

Ending the human suffering in Gaza must be the first priority and, as the Secretary-General has said, we need an immediate cease fire.

A new @unep.org report shows environmental damage in Gaza Strip is harming human health, threatening long-term food & water security.

www.unep.org/resources/re...

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 15d

A pleasure to meet Jeppe Bruus, Minister of Green Transition, Denmark, as #UNGA.

Pleased to see the Danish Presidency of the EU Council will address key environment and climate issues.

We at @unep.org deeply grateful to 🇩🇰 for the constant and invaluable support to UNEP Environment Fund & our work.

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 15d

We are thrilled to welcome Amber Valletta as our newest Goodwill Ambassador and to work together to amplify solutions and inspire action #ForPeopleForPlanet.

At #UNGA, she spoke about her vision for a more sustainable fashion industry.

Welcome to the family, Amber!

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 15d

A pleasure to see Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, Minister of Climate and Environment, Norway on the sidelines of #UNGA today.

Good discussion on the importance of work to #BeatPlasticPollution. We at @unep.org look forward to continuing our work with Norway, #ForPeopleForPlanet.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 15d

World Environment Day is the largest global platform for environmental engagement & action.

In 2026 Azerbaijan will host #WorldEnvironmentDay with a focus on climate change following their #COP29 Presidency.

Delighted to discuss plans with Mukhtar Babayev, 🇦🇿 Minister of Ecology & Natural Resource.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 17d

On this International #PeaceDay, we must say what is plain to see: everywhere we look, peace is under attack - with devastating consequences for people and planet.

Find out how @unep.org supports countries confront environmental causes and consequences of disasters and conflicts: lnkd.in/dTwftxhN

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 19d

The BBNJ agreement comes into force!

A victory for our oceans, planet and environmental multilateralism.

Now the work begins. Quick, effective implementation is key.

Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step to save not only our ocean, but also our future.

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 22d

40 years ago the world agreed the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer. The Montreal Protocol followed.

From science to global action, this is multilateralism at its best.

On #WorldOzoneDay we celebrate how this work has protected our environment & health

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 25d

Highly hazardous pesticides are bad #ForPeopleForPlanet, but safer alternatives exist.

UNEP’s guidelines help countries reduce risks and shift to healthier, more sustainable pest management.

Explore the solutions: unep.org/resources/to...

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Montreal Protocol Ozone Secretariat @unepozone.bsky.social · Sep 8

In an increasingly hot world, every fraction of avoided warming is a huge win and one we are proud to celebrate on #WorldOzoneDay. By phasing out nearly all ODSs, the #MontrealProtocol has helped avoid global warming of approximately 0.5-1 °C by mid-century 🌿 bit.ly/4paCiRq

#Science #GlobalAction

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