Why Earth Day is more important than ever

UN Environment | Apr 21, 2020 at 12:00 AM

On Earth Day 2016, the United Nations formally adopted the Paris Agreement, articulating the commitment of nations to limit global temperature rise to less than 2 degrees Celcius over pre-industrial levels; and to strengthen the ability of countries to mitigate the negative impacts of climate change.

Take the oceans video challenge now from home

UN Environment | Apr 21, 2020 at 12:00 AM

With this in mind, creative minds at home—teachers, students, parents, children and families—are invited to bring to life, through video skills, videos on why the world needs to save an important component of the planet’s rich biodiversity.