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1.2 billion people at high risk from climate change worldwide. New #RisingToTheChallenge report highlights that faster development and better adaptation efforts are needed to reduce risk: https://lnkd.in/e4S9E3Au

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♻️ Recycling Grandma’s way Credits to Elise Motalli ✏️. Follow her for more sustainability content. Original post : __________ Do you remember your grandmother reusing old clothes again and again into different things around the house? I remember seeing old wool jumpers or singlets getting cut up into little cleaning rags to polish furniture. But now we’re in such a fast paced industrialized system. Fuelled by consumerism. Hooked on fossil fuels. So how can we move to a circular fashion economy? Meet Seamless 👚 The new Product Stewardship scheme for clothing in Australia - run by the Australian Fashion Council (AFC). Here are their guiding principles to create a circular fashion industry: ✅ CIRCULAR DESIGN - “designing, developing and making clothing differently.” ✅ CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS - “rethinking how citizens acquire their clothing.” ✅ CLOSING THE LOOP - “transforming how clothes are collected, sorted and recycled at the end of life.” ✅ CITIZEN BEHAVIOUR CHANGE - “changing the way we think about and engage with clothing.” So at an individual level how can we help influence this change towards circularity? Here’s some tips: ~ Rent clothes for the short term ~ Buy durable items ~ Made from renewables resources ~ Made with recycled content ~ Repair and care for items I’d love to hear from you - what are the biggest leverage points to help create a circular fashion economy? - This illustration is one of 10 images I illustrated in the new book ‘Can we fix it? How to build a repair economy’ By Norwegian Author Marte Rostvåg Ulltveit-Moe. The image is also based on an idea by Dagrunn Grønbech. - 🌱I help companies like the Australian Food and Grocery Council and Pearson simplify and communicate complex ideas into engaging visuals. 🌟Book a call here and let’s chat! https://lnkd.in/gMAnY259 __________ Follow for more Sustainability Infographics 📊 #circulareconomy #recycling #sustainability

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📆 6 November - International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict In times of #war, #nature becomes an invisible casualty. Forests are razed, #soils poisoned, and precious #water sources destroyed, causing long-term harm to the #land and communities that depend on it. The United Nations reports that 40% of conflicts over the past 60 years have been linked to natural #resource exploitation—often fueling cycles of violence. Recognizing the environment’s critical role in #peace and #resilience, the UN calls for robust protections to prevent #environmentalexploitation in #conflictzones. By safeguarding our ecosystems, we invest in peace and sustainability 🌍 To learn more about the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict, feel free to visit: https://lnkd.in/dWRM67R #EnvironmentInConflict #SustainablePeace #EnvironmentalProtection #UNObservance #ConflictPrevention #NaturalResources

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NEW REPORT | Illegal logging is devastating Suriname's forest: The Saamaka and their fight against deforestation The Saamaka people, one of 6 tribal groups in Suriname, have long stood up against the actions of the country’s rulers, who for centuries have violated their rights to land. Despite a 2007 ruling by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACHR) against such violations, the government continues to grant logging and mining concessions on Saamaka territory without free prior and informed consent (FPIC). New report shows this has led to deforestation, land dispossession, and disruption of their livelihoods. A recent example includes a 42.7 km road built through their lands for logging access. Read more: https://lnkd.in/epR-A6vu International Land Coalition, #ILCLandMark, #CINEP, Land Matrix Initiative, CIRAD, #RRI, #LandRightsNoW, Saamaka Oto

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Within #TheTrustFinance_course, we discuss biodiversity loss risks ad Biodiversity (&) Finance. Today is the World Migratory Bird Day. More than 1500 species of birds fly thousands of kilometers every year, from wintering grounds to nesting grounds and back. Almost every ninth-tenth species is on the verge of extinction. The poor situation is mainly caused by changes in their habitats. The World Migratory Bird Day campaign 2024 focuses on the importance of insects for migratory birds, and highlights concerns related to decreasing populations of insects. https://lnkd.in/gZHFyBq #Biodiversity #TRUSTFinance #The_Trust_Finance #TheTrustFinance #Sustainability #TeachingSustainability

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🌳 Forests are key to tackling #climatechange and are critical for #nature – net-zero commitments cannot be achieved without ending deforestation. 💷 Pension funds, like other parts of the finance sector, are part of the #deforestation problem. Up to £2 in every £10 saved in a UK #pension is linked to companies with a high deforestation risk. 🌿 Pension funds are exposed to this risk through investments in companies and direct investments, for example, in land for forestry and #agriculture. 🤝 Action to address deforestation is critical to deliver on commitments on climate change, #humanrights and #biodiversity, and to future-proof investments. 📑 Our comprehensive guidance developed in partnership with Make My Money Matter and Systemiq Ltd. and supported by a working group of 12 industry experts, aims to help pension funds reduce deforestation risk. 🔍 The interactive guidance takes pension funds through six phases – from understanding and identifying their exposure to risk, to eliminating it from their portfolios. Read more -> https://lnkd.in/ezwNRy82 

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New updates on climate finance, government policies, and in agriculture sector are happening in the lead-up to #COP29. Don’t miss out—swipe for more. Subscribe to stay ahead with our weekly COP29 updates. https://lnkd.in/gDxXXByx

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Small Island Developing States are in the crossfires of multiple crises: climate change, the economic and social repercussions of COVID-19, and a debt crisis. At this time of great peril, opportunity must be seized. https://go.undp.org/ZkV #SIDS4

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#AfricaBrief: Project Eases Human-Wildlife Conflicts Around Malawi's Protected Areas RUMPHI, Malawi- A community livelihoods support project implemented in areas surrounding Nyika and Vwaza protected areas has helped reduce human-wildlife conflicts by promoting sustainable agriculture practices, according to Total Land Care (TLC), the implementing organization, writes James Nyirenda. https://lnkd.in/dzsDQHvu

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🌍 Is Your Climate Data Telling the Whole Story? Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are on the frontlines of climate change, but are they fully equipped to respond? How can a more integrated data ecosystem transform their resilience and shape the future of global climate action? Find out more about our work on Climate Change Data Ecosystems Framework (CCDE): https://shorturl.at/Zi9G5 #ClimateAction #SIDS #DataForGood #SustainableDevelopment

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From #Antigua to #Vanuatu, the world's 57 small island developing States (#SIDS), made up of 39 sovereign States and 18 dependent territories, are being battered by the worst effects of #climatechange, whilst themselves contributing very little to the cause. #IPU's Long Read #3 looks at the positive steps small island #parliaments are taking to focus on adaptation and resilience. From early warning systems, environmental restoration, sea wall construction, and emergency preparations, parliaments are legislating to protect the future of these islands. But with some inhabitants already fearing the future and relocating, what more needs to be done? From knowledge workshops to calling for more #climatefinance, discover the latest news from SIDS as part of IPU's #Parliaments4thePlanet campaign. My Parliament! My Planet! #Parliaments4thePlanet ➡️ipu.org/SIDS24

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Navigating Access to Green Finance for SMEs Accessing green finance can be challenging for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), but these strategies can help: 1️⃣ Explore Financing Options: Learn about government grants, loans, crowdfunding, and green bonds for sustainable projects. 2️⃣ Conduct an Environmental Impact Assessment: Measure your environmental footprint to identify areas for improvement and prioritize investments. 3️⃣ Engage with Financial Institutions: Build relationships with banks and credit unions that support green lending, showcasing your commitment to sustainability. 4️⃣ Leverage Capacity-Building Resources: Attend workshops and seminars to gain insights and network with potential partners in the sustainability space. #ClimateFinance #ImpactInvesting #SustainabilityReporting

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At ECTL, we believe in the power of a multi-stakeholder approach to combat child labour. This is why we actively work to connect companies and sectors that can contribute to creating sustainable change alongside governments and other key players. What is the starting point for understanding and addressing their essential role in the multi-stakeholder collaboration model we promote to combat child labour? https://lnkd.in/dZpgDQts

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Reflecting on the future of rural areas, the #EURegionsWeek session on ‘Taking the next step in shaping Europe’s rural future’ of 9 October explored actionable solutions to amplify rural voices, highlighting - the value of translating the #RuralPact principles at national and regional levels; - unlocking rural potential; - the importance of intermediary organisations; - the need for a holistic approach to basic service provision. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hiq45b #RuralVisionEU 

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As we approach the end of COP29, it is crucial to recognize the unique challenges and opportunities that climate change presents for the Pacific region. Our islands are on the front lines of the climate crisis, from rising sea levels to extreme weather events. We, at the UNDP Pacific Office, believe that COP29 is not just another conference; it's a crucial moment for our communities to voice their needs. Together, we can advocate for sustainable solutions that protect our environment.

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📢 #GGGIatCOP29 Climate Finance as a Catalyst: Strategic Mobilization and Leverage at #COP29! 👉 Swipe to see the full agenda. How can we mobilize and utilize climate finance effectively to strengthen climate investment cooperation among international organizations and financial institutions with expertise in designing and implementing climate finance solutions? Join us at the Korea Pavilion to hear how #GGGI and the ROK’s Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth address this agenda-setting question. This is a conversation curated for international organizations, financial institutions, governments and prospective investors, underpinned by the urgency of the challenges being faced by developing countries in accessing sufficient financial resources and subsequent need for strengthened cross-institutional cooperation. 💸 GGGI will share its insights from pioneering investment solutions such as the Korea Green New Deal Trust Fund #KGNDF, alongside ventures such as the Infrastructure Climate Resilient Fund for Africa, and Korea Development Bank-backed climate tech ventures in Southeast Asia. The discussion will explore trends and future opportunities in climate finance, including the effectiveness of blended finance, guarantee funds, and climate tech funds in mobilizing private investment for climate action. 💡 Gain insights into emerging trends and explore opportunities for collaboration in international climate finance 💚 🔗 Click here to watch the livestream and join the discussion: https://bit.ly/3Z03FCN 🕘 14:00-16:00 / Thu 14 Nov [UTC+4] at the Korea Pavilion #GGGI #COP29 #GreenGrowth

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