United Nations Water

Why has the UN launched a Strategy for water and sanitation? Progress on #SDG6 has been much too slow. Faster action on water and sanitation is key to tackling climate change, diseases, poverty, food insecurity and other crucial issues. #QuestionsPeopleAsk on #SDG6: https://buff.ly/3ys5IFf

WMO report highlights growing shortfalls and stress in global water resources The year 2023 marked the driest year for global rivers in over three decades, according to a new report coordinated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), which signaled critical changes in water availability in an era of growing demand. https://buff.ly/3Yfl4XE #WaterAction = #ClimateAction

🚨NOW LAUNCHED🚨 Protected Planet report 2024🌐🌎 The first global stocktake on the state of Protected and Conserved Areas since agreement of the Kunming - Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework #GBF The report explores key progress made by countries on their pledges to protected 30% of the Earth by 2030. Protected and conserved areas must almost double in area on land and more than triple in the ocean to reach the 30x30 target of the #GBF Find the full report here 🔗 https://buff.ly/3Ak8rBr #ProtectedPlanet #PeaceWithNature #ForNature #WaterAction #SDG6 #COP16Colombia #COP16Cali

25% of the world’s population lack a basic handwashing facility with soap & water at home. And 646 million children lack a basic hygiene service at their school. Data will help decision-makers set the priorities for #SDG6: https://buff.ly/4e9wjpU

The need to make #PeaceWithNature and stop biodiversity loss is clear. It isn’t just about protecting nature. It’s about safeguarding our future - for people and for planet, and for generations to come.

On front lines of climate change, Tanzanian communities search for answers to deepening drought The Ecosystem-based Adaptation for Rural Resilience in Tanzania comes at a critical time for Tanzania, where climate change is playing havoc with long-established weather patterns. https://buff.ly/4dFVoYy #WaterAction = #ClimateAction

The theme of World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 2024, 18-24 Nov, is “Educate. Advocate. Act now.” Safe water, sanitation & hygiene reduce the need for antibiotics by preventing infections - helping limit the spread of resistant bacteria. Join the campaign now ➡️ https://buff.ly/3NfZNXr

Antibiotic pollution of water is a growing problem. WHO and UNEP launch new guidance on managing wastewater and solid waste from antibiotic manufacturing. https://buff.ly/4eekvmq

For billions of people, sanitation is under threat from conflict, climate change, disasters and neglect. More investment and better governance of sanitation is needed for a fairer, more peaceful world. Learn why ➡️ #QuestionsPeopleAsk for #WorldToiletDay https://buff.ly/4f8Lf8b

The importance of cooperation over rivers, lakes and aquifers shared between countries, goes beyond achieving #SDG6. It is key for sustainable development, climate change resilience, tackling biodiversity loss, and promoting peace. https://buff.ly/3N85d6W