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UN global disasters forum opens with condolences for Oklahoma City tornado victims
A United Nations forum dedicated to building resilience to disasters and making communities safer opened today in Geneva with expressions of sympathy for the people of Oklahoma City over the loss of life caused yesterday by a deadly tornado.
UN convenes forest forum in Istanbul
The UN Forum on Forest 10th session has convened in Istanbul on Monday and draws attendance of 197 members and observer states.
UN Chief visits Monaco as it marks 20 years of commitment to UN
Ban Ki-moon praised Monaco for its commitment to sustainable development and green growth during a first-of-its-kind visit for a Secretary-General, coinciding with the Principality’s 20th anniversary of membership in the United Nations.
Elephants under threat as trade in illegal ivory triples over past decade
The future of African elephants remains uncertain as illegal ivory trade continues to grow, according to a United Nations report released today, which calls for enhanced law enforcement to protect the majestic creatures and their environment.
Mongolia to host UN World Environment Day 2013
Mongolia will host this year’s World Environment Day (WED) celebration on 5 June, which will focus on reducing food waste and loss, the United Nations announced today.
New UN partnership will help 30 countries transition to green economies
United Nations agencies will support 30 countries over the next seven years to build green economy strategies that will generate jobs, promote clean technologies and reduce environmental risk, through a new partnership launched today.
Save Arctic resources as ice melts
The Arctic needs to be better protected from a rush for natural resources as melting ice makes mineral and energy exploration easier, the United Nations' Environment Programme (UNEP)
UN conference adopts extension of Kyoto accord
Seeking to control global warming, nearly 200 countries agreed Saturday to extend the Kyoto Protocol, a treaty that limits the greenhouse gas output of some rich countries, but will only cover about 15 percent of global emissions.
UN environment agency launches initiative to help Africa adapt to impacts of climate change
The United Nations today launched a new initiative to support communities across Africa in adapting to the impacts of climate change which, if left unaddressed, could have major consequences for lives and livelihoods on the continent.
Doha meeting must take decisive action to tackle growing crisis of climate change
Ban Ki-moon today urged countries to act decisively to tackle the “growing crisis” of climate change, as United Nations negotiations kicked into high gear in Doha, Qatar.
