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Second phase of planetGOLD doubles countries addressing mercury in ASGM
Since 2019, the Global Environment Facility-funded planetGOLD program has supported countries in addressing mercury use in artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM). Now, the program is set to expand, adding 15 additional countries: Bolivia, Ghana, Honduras, Madagascar,…
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Indigenous peoples and COVID-19: response and resilience
This year’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples offers a moment to reflect on how difficult the COVID-19 pandemic has been for indigenous peoples around the world and how much promise there is from ongoing initiatives to support and engage these communities who have much to teach…
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This Earth Day, reflecting on the global commons we share
Earth Day 2020 comes at a pivotal moment for our planet. This is the first time since the global celebration was launched 50 years ago where Earth Day events are only digital. COVID-19 has affected the whole world, driving home how connected we are while also keeping us apart in a time of required…
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What to watch on World Wildlife Day 2020
Today is World Wildlife Day.
Around the world many GEF partners, from UN Environment Programme, and World Wildlife Fund to the World Bank are sharing stories, raising awareness, and encouraging action around the WWD 2020 theme of Sustaining all life on Earth.
This year is especially important. 2020…
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What to expect from Super Year 2020: environmental leaders look ahead
Watch interviews with the GEF’s government partners, agency representatives, civil society leaders, and in-house specialists on climate change, cities, oceans, biodiversity, illegal wildlife trade, and more, recorded on the sidelines of the 57th GEF Council meetings in December 2019:
Naoko Ishii,…
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From the front lines of climate action
At the COP25 climate conference in Madrid, the GEF partnered with the Green Climate Fund to showcase the many ways developing country governments are working to raise and realize their climate ambitions. Events held at the joint GCF + GEF Pavilion highlighted examples of where climate change action…
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These 7 climate stories illustrate partnership in action
As governments, intergovernmental organizations, businesses, and civil society organizations gather in Madrid for the latest UN Climate Summit, we are reminded of the importance of partnerships to meaningfully address the challenges of a warming planet.
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is…
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How to feed the world and nurture the planet: ideas from GEF partners
Transforming food systems and pursuing healthier diets are key to achieving food security and reducing environmental degradation
Achieving Zero Hunger is not only about feeding people, but also ensuring proper nutrition and nurturing the planet. This year, World Food Day calls for action…
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Celebrating biodiversity in all corners of the world
The recent IPBES Global Assessment Report revealed that around one million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction, many within decades.
Turning this situation around will take time, money, and collective efforts at many levels. Since 1993, when the Convention on Biological…
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Save our species: an Earth Day "Did you know?"
April 22 is Earth Day and the theme this year is protecting endangered species. Beyond the beauty of the coral reefs, the majesty of whales, and the lovability of baby sea turtles, these species maintain ecosystems that are vital to our way of life. Nothing in the world exists on its own.
As part…
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