The oil industry is kicking off 2024 by spending millions to undermine global progress on the climate crisis. Far from being "part of the solution" as they claimed at COP28, they are aggressively working to prevent any transition away from fossil fuels. theguardian.com/us-news/2024/j…

According to the 2023 #ProductionGap Report, top fossil fuel producers plan even more extraction despite climate promises. The fact remains that without renewables, there can be no future. 5 ways to jump-start the renewable energy transition now: un.org/en/climatechan…

Humans have wiped out almost 70% of animal populations in half a century: buff.ly/3PwKg61. Let's make this next year the year we protect people and the planet. No time to wait. #ActOnClimate #climate #energy #biodiversity #nature #rewilding

If leaders prioritize the right to health, we can transform ‘my health, my right’ from a rallying cry into a reality. More from UN Development's Mandeep Dhaliwal on how we can achieve the right environment for health. #WorldHealthDay 👇 undp.org/blog/right-env…

Great ‘fireside‘ chat w Peter Sands, Exec Dir of the The Global Fund, one of UN Development’s closest partners in health & dev. We discussed our journeys as leaders, how #Health4All is vital in fight to end AIDS, TB & Malaria & how we can use #digitech & #AI to accelerate progress on #SDG3.

At #PMAC2025, UN Development underscored its commitment to advancing #health equity through technology-driven, inclusive solutions. Read more: undp.org/asia-pacific/n…

Air pollution is fueling a rise in cancer among non-smokers, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) study. With 8 million premature deaths a year and a $8 trillion economic toll, it’s time to #BeatAirPollution. The good news? Solutions exist: unep.org/news-and-stori…

🌍 New from UN Development: A series of tools to tackle the health & development impacts of pollution—a major but often overlooked global crisis. Investment cases, legal assessments & parliamentary action, all in one place. Funded by 🇪🇺. 🧵 Read on for links ⬇️

1️⃣  Developing investment cases for air pollution 📊 Want to make the case for action? This methodology guides economists & policymakers in assessing the economic and policy impact of household & ambient air pollution. 🔗 Read more: go.undp.org/JFP

2️⃣ Legal Environment Assessment for Health & Pollution ⚖️ Strong laws = better pollution control & health outcomes. This guide walks countries through reviewing & strengthening pollution laws for a healthier, more sustainable future. 🔗 Read more: go.undp.org/JFW

3️⃣ Guidance for Parliamentarians 🛑 Pollution is a major barrier to sustainable development, but parliamentarians can drive solutions! This note outlines how parliamentarians can push for stronger policies and whole-of-society action. 🔗 Read more: go.undp.org/JFm

Today is #WorldHealthDay🩺 ⚠️Air pollution damages our environment & our health 🌫️Nearly 240,000 premature deaths were caused by fine particulate matter in 2022 💶Air pollution costs the EU up to €853 billion a year Here is what we do for #CleanAirEU 👉 europa.eu/!JtjXF7

On #WorldHealthDay, UN Development joins World Health Organization (WHO) to call for critical investments into maternal and newborn health ensuring high-quality care. In low- & middle-income countries, every US$1 invested in maternal/newborn health is estimated to yield around $9 to $20 in return. #HealthForAll

The climate crisis is a health crisis. In the thread below - the facts paint a harsh, statistical reality. 👉  The good news? Solutions exist. Find out more in our explainer: go.undp.org/3aH #WorldHealthDay | #HealthForAll

Crises erode access to care, jeopardizing women’s health and well-being with lasting consequences. For #WorldHealthDay, Mandeep Dhaliwal explains how we can fortify women's health during conflicts, disease outbreaks, climate disasters & discrimination. bit.ly/428m54o

Human, animal and environmental health are inseparable. From climate change to antimicrobial resistance, what harms nature harms us. #WorldHealthDay is a reminder that the #OneHealth approach is vital for healthier people and a healthier planet. unep.org/technical-high…

.UN Development & Johns Hopkins University Institute for Planetary Health have joined hands 🤝to establish a Collaborating Centre on Planetary Health. This initiative will connect & amplify Planetary Health approaches to deliver for the health of people & planet🌎. 🔗 go.undp.org/U2K

A final and heartfelt farewell call with United Nations SG António Guterres. Eight years ago you invited me to join your team as UN Development Administrator. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedication to multilateralism and peace. It’s been an honour to serve within the United Nations family.

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