For every US$ 100 spent on development aid, only 50 cents are invested in protecting countries from the impact of disasters. Read this progress report on target (f) of the Sendai Framework. #OnlyTogether bit.ly/3auzVE5

These are the most severe threats facing the world right now. Read the #Risks22 report: ow.ly/VN8950HrSrt

The World Bank warns that high debt levels, rising income inequality and new coronavirus variants threaten the recovery in developing economies. s.nikkei.com/3ref0gx

Is the global recovery losing steam?💸 Our latest #WorldEconomyReport predicts a meagre 4.0% global economic growth in 2022 and 3.5% in 2023. See why this is a reason for concern, especially for the poorest. 🧵 un.org/en/desa/un-war…

The top three global risks by severity over the next ten years, according to World Economic Forum’s #risks22 report: 1️⃣ Climate action failure 2️⃣ Extreme weather 3️⃣ Biodiversity loss Learn more in the full report: wef.ch/GRR2022 #ClimateCrisis

GLOBAL CLIMATE REPORT: See the 2021 Annual Global Significant Climate Events Map and learn more about worldwide climate conditions: bit.ly/Global202112 #StateOfClimate

Weather events cost the US $145bn in 2021 as climate change took hold on.ft.com/3qtj0KN

#Biodiversity loss is one of the top risks threatening our world in the next decade – yet action on the ground is nowhere near the pace & scale required. Elizabeth M. Mrema, @WEF’s Gim Huay Neo & @WWFDG urge leaders to take bold steps for a #NaturePositive world. edition.cnn.com/2022/01/17/per…

Over the past 60 years, 40% of inter-state conflict has been linked to natural resources or environmental degradation. Climate action has major implications on peace and security. Ulrika Modéer outlines 5 areas where we must intensify our efforts. undp.org/blog/climate-a…

“Severe natural disasters and climate-related events could derail the #economic recovery in developing countries. Global #cooperation and effective national #policies will be needed to address the mounting costs of #climatechange.” — WorldBank wrld.bg/nZn550Ht82N #WBGEP2022

From vaccine equity to social fragility - here's what scientists, CEOs and world leaders are talking about at #DavosAgenda. Full playlists on YouTube: wef.ch/33NWUd0

“#COVID19 has exacerbated existing inequalities and reversed decades of important #development gains for the most vulnerable.” — UN Development It’s time to #BuildForwardBetter. #OnlyTogether can we deliver results at the speed and scale needed to reach critical #climate goals + #SDGs.

The U.S. Army is planning to invest more than $14 billion upgrading ports and waterways, and helping coastal communities deal with extreme weather and natural disasters trib.al/PeLg7Oc

“When climate engagement fails to address systemic inequities in participation, resulting climate strategies lack broad public support and can reinforce climate injustices.” — Nicole Armos via Apolitical #ClimateAction #ClimateCrisis #ClimateJustice apolitical.co/solution-artic…

“According to a new report, reduced deforestation, better management of wildlife trade and hunting, and better surveillance of zoonotic pathogens before they spill into human populations are all key strategies that could help prevent future pandemics.”bit.ly/3uE7zST

There is still time to join this riveting conversation with former The White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett and @syramadad via the Harvard Kennedy School “Women in STEM” series! Join here: click.comms.hks.harvard.edu/?qs=47cb8e3463…

Today, we are excited to launch the beta version of the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST) – a key component of the Biden-Harris Administration's work to confront environmental injustice. Thread… whitehouse.gov/ceq/news-updat…

There are two major climate science reports coming soon from the IPCC that will focus on: 1. Climate impacts, adaptation, and vulnerability 2. Climate mitigation and solutions Find out why they matter and what to expect from them: bit.ly/3s1uRQQ

Medicine is suffering a knowledge gap. As record heat, flooding, wildfires, & forced displacement due to climate change place new demands on global health systems, who in medicine has the expertise to craft a path forward, ask Stefan Wheat, MD & Jay Lemery MD on.cfr.org/3JIu8dD