UNDP Climate

Indonesia's annual forest fires destroy vast areas of rainforests, affecting millions across Southeast Asia. UNDP is working with women firefighters in Indonesia to ensure climate solutions foster inclusive, effective strategies to protect both forests and communities: go.undp.org/Jxf

From unclear land tenure systems and a loss of ancestral lands, to limited access to education, healthcare, Mayan Indigenous communities are faced with numerous challenges. Having beekeepers on board is essential to preserve Yucatan’s last remaining forest, the Puuc Biocultural Reserve. Find out how Indigenous beekeepers work as allies in conserving Mexico's forests: https://lnkd.in/gsj5riie

Countries need significant new and additional finance to implement ambitious climate action across all sectors, in line with their #ParisAgreement pledges. Carbon markets can catalyze private finance for climate action with sustainable development co-benefits. UNDP's strategy is to place equitable benefit sharing, SDG impacts and social and environmental safeguards are at the core of carbon program design. Learn how: https://lnkd.in/gj4uxMpp

When hurricanes strike, they damage more than communities—they devastate coral reefs too. In Honduras, Mexico, Belize and Guatemala, rapid-response brigades are diving in to repair reefs, protecting biodiversity and livelihoods. Supported by the UNDP- Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA), Mesoamerican Reef Fund - MAR Fund is making impactful strides to protect one of the world's most vital ecosystems Learn how: https://go.undp.org/JAC

Young people are the future. As the world grapples with the climate crisis, they must be equal partners in shaping humanity's response. Their demands and concerns must be heard and heeded. Here are 6 ways we can make that happen: go.undp.org/ZZ3

We need bold and urgent solutions to tackle the climate crisis. But what does positive climate action actually look like around the world? UNDP’s video series #ClimateActionExplained takes a closer look at impactful and innovative climate solutions: https://go.undp.org/Y5GQ

N is for Nature Positive. A global goal to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030 and achieve full recovery by 2050. Want to learn more? Don’t miss our #ClimateDictionary: Nature edition. https://go.undp.org/opx

Africa has abundant renewable energy resources. By tapping into them, countries can expand electricity access, drive sustainable development, and combat climate change. See how Malawi is making progress: https://go.undp.org/oug

Small Islands are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. They face more frequent extreme weather events, sea level rise, and ocean warming, among other threats. Yet, they are the driving force of many climate solutions around the world. Learn how: https://go.undp.org/ZJW

Climate action can boost economies. Country climate plans deliver more jobs, higher wages, and enhanced job security. Nationally Determined Contributions, or NDCs, are blueprints to build the world we need. Learn how in our explainer.