⚡️Growing memories, Greening futures!
Unforgettable day with Abesther P/S children, where we planted trees, played, danced and nurtured a love for nature. #GoGreenUg #COP29 #UNCCDCOP16
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Unforgettable day with Abesther P/S children, where we planted trees, played, danced and nurtured a love for nature. #GoGreenUg #COP29 #UNCCDCOP16
@xruk-actions.bsky.social @xroxford.org @xrglobal.bsky.social @xrsalisbury.bsky.social
November 29, 2024 at 11:24 AM
⚡️Growing memories, Greening futures!
Unforgettable day with Abesther P/S children, where we planted trees, played, danced and nurtured a love for nature. #GoGreenUg #COP29 #UNCCDCOP16
@xruk-actions.bsky.social @xroxford.org @xrglobal.bsky.social @xrsalisbury.bsky.social
Unforgettable day with Abesther P/S children, where we planted trees, played, danced and nurtured a love for nature. #GoGreenUg #COP29 #UNCCDCOP16
@xruk-actions.bsky.social @xroxford.org @xrglobal.bsky.social @xrsalisbury.bsky.social
Nature-based solutions assist cities to build their resilience to climate change and natural disasters, as well as contribute to biodiversity conservation. This was a great event at #UNCCDCOP16 @unepwcmc.bsky.social
Cities are "low-hanging fruit" for #landrestoration.
"Rethinking Urban Landscapes" at #COP16Riyadh shared initiatives from #mangrove ecosystem restoration to #urbanforestry to deliver across the three Rio Conventions, enhancing human well-being and property values.
"Rethinking Urban Landscapes" at #COP16Riyadh shared initiatives from #mangrove ecosystem restoration to #urbanforestry to deliver across the three Rio Conventions, enhancing human well-being and property values.
Rethinking Urban Landscapes: Equity, Restoration, and Resilience in Arid Regions
Cities are "low-hanging fruit" in the land restoration challenge. This event showcased initiatives ranging from mangrove ecosystem restoration to urban forestry to deliver on commitments across the th...
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December 8, 2024 at 5:44 AM
Nature-based solutions assist cities to build their resilience to climate change and natural disasters, as well as contribute to biodiversity conservation. This was a great event at #UNCCDCOP16 @unepwcmc.bsky.social
Next week, we'll be at #COP16Riyadh to explore how habitat restoration supports migratory landbirds 🦆 and sustainable ecosystems.
If you're at #UNCCDCOP16, join our workshop on harmonizing biodiversity conservation with sustainable land management practices. 🌿
👉 www.unccd.int/official-doc...
If you're at #UNCCDCOP16, join our workshop on harmonizing biodiversity conservation with sustainable land management practices. 🌿
👉 www.unccd.int/official-doc...
November 27, 2024 at 2:51 PM
Next week, we'll be at #COP16Riyadh to explore how habitat restoration supports migratory landbirds 🦆 and sustainable ecosystems.
If you're at #UNCCDCOP16, join our workshop on harmonizing biodiversity conservation with sustainable land management practices. 🌿
👉 www.unccd.int/official-doc...
If you're at #UNCCDCOP16, join our workshop on harmonizing biodiversity conservation with sustainable land management practices. 🌿
👉 www.unccd.int/official-doc...
Positive photo day 1723: When you are working on the
@enb.iisd.org (Earth Negotiations Bulletin) you have early mornings and late nights. But when you have a beautiful crescent #moon rising, maybe it's not so bad. #UNCCDCOP16 #COP16Riyadh
@enb.iisd.org (Earth Negotiations Bulletin) you have early mornings and late nights. But when you have a beautiful crescent #moon rising, maybe it's not so bad. #UNCCDCOP16 #COP16Riyadh
December 4, 2024 at 8:35 PM
Positive photo day 1723: When you are working on the
@enb.iisd.org (Earth Negotiations Bulletin) you have early mornings and late nights. But when you have a beautiful crescent #moon rising, maybe it's not so bad. #UNCCDCOP16 #COP16Riyadh
@enb.iisd.org (Earth Negotiations Bulletin) you have early mornings and late nights. But when you have a beautiful crescent #moon rising, maybe it's not so bad. #UNCCDCOP16 #COP16Riyadh
#UNCCDCOP16 has opened in Riyadh. Follow our coverage here, and at enb.iisd.org #COP16Riyadh
#OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
#OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
December 2, 2024 at 9:38 AM
#UNCCDCOP16 has opened in Riyadh. Follow our coverage here, and at enb.iisd.org #COP16Riyadh
#OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
#OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
Healthy Land—Healthy City: Rural-Urban Solutions for Land, Climate, and Justice Ahead of #womensday, the Resilience Hub Bonn Virtual Forum will explore the recent #UNCCDCOP16 outcomes through an urban and gender lens.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
February 27, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Healthy Land—Healthy City: Rural-Urban Solutions for Land, Climate, and Justice Ahead of #womensday, the Resilience Hub Bonn Virtual Forum will explore the recent #UNCCDCOP16 outcomes through an urban and gender lens.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Despite Herculean efforts by Saudi Arabia, @UNCCD parties were unable to agree to begin talks on a new drought framework or legally binding protocol
Yet, many other strong decisions were adopted before #COP16Riyadh was gaveled to a close
#UNCCDCOP16 #drought #land
Yet, many other strong decisions were adopted before #COP16Riyadh was gaveled to a close
#UNCCDCOP16 #drought #land
Highlights and images for 13 December 2024
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December 14, 2024 at 1:06 AM
Despite Herculean efforts by Saudi Arabia, @UNCCD parties were unable to agree to begin talks on a new drought framework or legally binding protocol
Yet, many other strong decisions were adopted before #COP16Riyadh was gaveled to a close
#UNCCDCOP16 #drought #land
Yet, many other strong decisions were adopted before #COP16Riyadh was gaveled to a close
#UNCCDCOP16 #drought #land
At UNCCD #COP16Riyadh, delegates discuss the implementation of the Convention's Gender Action Plan and how governments are supporting the important role of women in combating land degradation and desertification. #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #HerLand #UNited4Land
December 6, 2024 at 2:19 PM
At UNCCD #COP16Riyadh, delegates discuss the implementation of the Convention's Gender Action Plan and how governments are supporting the important role of women in combating land degradation and desertification. #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #HerLand #UNited4Land
While #COP16Riyadh delegates did not adopt a decision to negotiate a framework or protocol on #drought, many decisions were adopted, including on gender, agriculture, civil society participation, rangelands and pastoralists, land tenure, and science
#UNCCDCOP16 #land #desertification
#UNCCDCOP16 #land #desertification
Summary report 2–13 December 2024
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December 16, 2024 at 9:01 PM
While #COP16Riyadh delegates did not adopt a decision to negotiate a framework or protocol on #drought, many decisions were adopted, including on gender, agriculture, civil society participation, rangelands and pastoralists, land tenure, and science
#UNCCDCOP16 #land #desertification
#UNCCDCOP16 #land #desertification
🟢 Tomorrow, on #WorldSoilDay, @boell.de, TMG Think Tank & @futureoffood.bsky.social will discuss global & local perspectives on #soil 🌱🪱
Join the discussion at 16:00 CET! ➡️ calendar.boell.de/en/event/soi...
#SoilAtlas #COP16Riyadh #UNCCDCOP16 #UNCCD #COP16 #Soil #SDGs
Join the discussion at 16:00 CET! ➡️ calendar.boell.de/en/event/soi...
#SoilAtlas #COP16Riyadh #UNCCDCOP16 #UNCCD #COP16 #Soil #SDGs
Soil Atlas 2024 Global and local perspectives on a vital, high-in-demand resource
The ground beneath our feet is a true all-rounder. It is the most species-rich habitat on our planet, it stores gigantic amounts of carbon and water, feeds people and animals, and provides the ground ...
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December 4, 2024 at 2:23 PM
🟢 Tomorrow, on #WorldSoilDay, @boell.de, TMG Think Tank & @futureoffood.bsky.social will discuss global & local perspectives on #soil 🌱🪱
Join the discussion at 16:00 CET! ➡️ calendar.boell.de/en/event/soi...
#SoilAtlas #COP16Riyadh #UNCCDCOP16 #UNCCD #COP16 #Soil #SDGs
Join the discussion at 16:00 CET! ➡️ calendar.boell.de/en/event/soi...
#SoilAtlas #COP16Riyadh #UNCCDCOP16 #UNCCD #COP16 #Soil #SDGs
🌱 #DYK? Drylands are home to 38% of the global population- but these ecosystems are under threat - posing a serious threat to #foodsecurity.
🌍 CGIAR’s solutions are helping restore these vital ecosystems. Join us at #cop16riyadh to learn more.
More: on.cgiar.org/402NFkn
#UNCCDCOP16
🌍 CGIAR’s solutions are helping restore these vital ecosystems. Join us at #cop16riyadh to learn more.
More: on.cgiar.org/402NFkn
#UNCCDCOP16
November 27, 2024 at 9:30 AM
🌱 #DYK? Drylands are home to 38% of the global population- but these ecosystems are under threat - posing a serious threat to #foodsecurity.
🌍 CGIAR’s solutions are helping restore these vital ecosystems. Join us at #cop16riyadh to learn more.
More: on.cgiar.org/402NFkn
#UNCCDCOP16
🌍 CGIAR’s solutions are helping restore these vital ecosystems. Join us at #cop16riyadh to learn more.
More: on.cgiar.org/402NFkn
#UNCCDCOP16
Attending #UNCCDCOP16? Come join us and discover how we can protect the Sooty Falcon and its desert habitat! 🏝️
Join leading experts for an inspiring discussion on conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable land use. Be part of the journey to safeguard migratory species and biodiversity. 🦅
Join leading experts for an inspiring discussion on conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable land use. Be part of the journey to safeguard migratory species and biodiversity. 🦅
December 2, 2024 at 10:53 AM
Attending #UNCCDCOP16? Come join us and discover how we can protect the Sooty Falcon and its desert habitat! 🏝️
Join leading experts for an inspiring discussion on conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable land use. Be part of the journey to safeguard migratory species and biodiversity. 🦅
Join leading experts for an inspiring discussion on conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable land use. Be part of the journey to safeguard migratory species and biodiversity. 🦅
🌱Find us at #UNCCDCOP16. @beamosello.bsky.social & @marypotts.bsky.social will be in Riyadh from 📅 2-4 December. Check out our events below & online (adelph.it/COP16Land)
+ Ahead of #COP16Riyadh, explore the ways in which land & ecosystem restoration can foster peace:
📽️ adelph.it/LandVideo
+ Ahead of #COP16Riyadh, explore the ways in which land & ecosystem restoration can foster peace:
📽️ adelph.it/LandVideo
November 28, 2024 at 11:06 AM
🌱Find us at #UNCCDCOP16. @beamosello.bsky.social & @marypotts.bsky.social will be in Riyadh from 📅 2-4 December. Check out our events below & online (adelph.it/COP16Land)
+ Ahead of #COP16Riyadh, explore the ways in which land & ecosystem restoration can foster peace:
📽️ adelph.it/LandVideo
+ Ahead of #COP16Riyadh, explore the ways in which land & ecosystem restoration can foster peace:
📽️ adelph.it/LandVideo
Positive photo day 1722: We met a falcon wearing a burka today in #Riyadh at #UNCCDCOP16. #birds in #SaudiArabia (sort of) PS The hood or 'burka' is used to keep falcons calm. Sight is their strongest sense and when covered, it is a way to make them feel safer.
December 3, 2024 at 8:29 PM
Positive photo day 1722: We met a falcon wearing a burka today in #Riyadh at #UNCCDCOP16. #birds in #SaudiArabia (sort of) PS The hood or 'burka' is used to keep falcons calm. Sight is their strongest sense and when covered, it is a way to make them feel safer.
At UNCCD #COP16Riyadh, Friday was Governance Day. Mayors and other subnational government officials met to discuss their role in accelerating sustainable land management to prevent additional land degradation #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
December 6, 2024 at 11:46 AM
At UNCCD #COP16Riyadh, Friday was Governance Day. Mayors and other subnational government officials met to discuss their role in accelerating sustainable land management to prevent additional land degradation #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
After a colorful opening ceremony and statements, #COP16Riyadh delegates moved into substantive matters by discussing the budget and improving efforts to mitigate the effects of #drought
A ministerial dialogue on proactive drought management also met
#land #drought #UNCCDCOP16
A ministerial dialogue on proactive drought management also met
#land #drought #UNCCDCOP16
Highlights and images for 2 December 2024
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December 2, 2024 at 6:35 PM
After a colorful opening ceremony and statements, #COP16Riyadh delegates moved into substantive matters by discussing the budget and improving efforts to mitigate the effects of #drought
A ministerial dialogue on proactive drought management also met
#land #drought #UNCCDCOP16
A ministerial dialogue on proactive drought management also met
#land #drought #UNCCDCOP16
At UNCCD #COP16Riyadh, the Committee on Science and Technology held its closing plenary and adopted 8 decisions, including on the future work of the Convention's Science-Policy Interface. #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land #UNCCDCOP16
December 13, 2024 at 10:30 AM
At UNCCD #COP16Riyadh, the Committee on Science and Technology held its closing plenary and adopted 8 decisions, including on the future work of the Convention's Science-Policy Interface. #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land #UNCCDCOP16
At #COP16Riyadh Erimelinda Temba, Islands of Peace, described their support for agroecological farming methods in northern Tanzania with diversification of farming practices, traditional seed systems, land restoration & agroecological organic farming. #UNCCDCOP16 @fao.org #WorldSoilDay
December 5, 2024 at 9:25 AM
At #COP16Riyadh Erimelinda Temba, Islands of Peace, described their support for agroecological farming methods in northern Tanzania with diversification of farming practices, traditional seed systems, land restoration & agroecological organic farming. #UNCCDCOP16 @fao.org #WorldSoilDay
At #COP16Riyadh, Johan Rockström, Director, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, presented the Special Report on Land saying land is the fundamental determinant of the resilience of the entire planet. #UNCCDCOP16 #Land4Life #OurLandOurFuture
December 2, 2024 at 10:42 AM
At #COP16Riyadh, Johan Rockström, Director, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, presented the Special Report on Land saying land is the fundamental determinant of the resilience of the entire planet. #UNCCDCOP16 #Land4Life #OurLandOurFuture
At #COP16Riyadh on Monday afternoon, a High-level Ministerial Dialogue convened on the theme "From Geneva to Riyadh and beyond, enhancing global and national policy instruments for a proactive #drought management approach." #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
December 2, 2024 at 2:54 PM
At #COP16Riyadh on Monday afternoon, a High-level Ministerial Dialogue convened on the theme "From Geneva to Riyadh and beyond, enhancing global and national policy instruments for a proactive #drought management approach." #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
At #COP16Riyadh, Andrea Meza Murillo, UNCCD Deputy Secretary, quoting French writer Joseph Joubert, said “the aim of an argument should not be victory, but progress. And I look forward to hearing this progress.” #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
December 3, 2024 at 1:26 PM
At #COP16Riyadh, Andrea Meza Murillo, UNCCD Deputy Secretary, quoting French writer Joseph Joubert, said “the aim of an argument should not be victory, but progress. And I look forward to hearing this progress.” #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
At #COP16Riyadh, Eswatini, on behalf of the African Group, said business as usual on #drought is not acceptable for such a major environmental challenge. The Group supported the adoption of a legally binding protocol on drought under the UNCCD. #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
December 2, 2024 at 1:46 PM
At #COP16Riyadh, Eswatini, on behalf of the African Group, said business as usual on #drought is not acceptable for such a major environmental challenge. The Group supported the adoption of a legally binding protocol on drought under the UNCCD. #UNCCDCOP16 #OurLandOurFuture #UNited4Land
At #COP16Riyadh on Tuesday, contact groups and informal consultations filled the day as delegates sought to reach agreement on draft decisions, including on #landtenure, #migration, #drought, aridity trends, and collaboration with the Global Environment Facility
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
Highlights and images for 10 December 2024
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December 10, 2024 at 7:55 PM
At #COP16Riyadh on Tuesday, contact groups and informal consultations filled the day as delegates sought to reach agreement on draft decisions, including on #landtenure, #migration, #drought, aridity trends, and collaboration with the Global Environment Facility
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
At #COP16Riyadh on Wednesday, delegates spent 12+ hours in contact groups on #landtenure, sand and dust storms, gender, synergies, the Science-Policy Interface, capacity building and #drought
Pressure to progress on the many outstanding draft decisions was palpable
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
Pressure to progress on the many outstanding draft decisions was palpable
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
Highlights and images for 11 December 2024
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December 11, 2024 at 6:33 PM
At #COP16Riyadh on Wednesday, delegates spent 12+ hours in contact groups on #landtenure, sand and dust storms, gender, synergies, the Science-Policy Interface, capacity building and #drought
Pressure to progress on the many outstanding draft decisions was palpable
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
Pressure to progress on the many outstanding draft decisions was palpable
#UNCCDCOP16 #land
Positive photo day 1721: Today was the first day of the #UNCCDCOP16 (Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification. Left at 7:30 am, got back to the hotel at 10:45 pm. One long day down... Scenes from around the venue. #COP16Riyadh
December 2, 2024 at 8:25 PM
Positive photo day 1721: Today was the first day of the #UNCCDCOP16 (Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification. Left at 7:30 am, got back to the hotel at 10:45 pm. One long day down... Scenes from around the venue. #COP16Riyadh