UNEP-WCMC

We are #hiring! We seek a full-time Events Coordinator to join our Development and Communications team as maternity cover. You will be responsible for assisting with the planning and delivery of a growing portfolio of in-person, hybrid and virtual events organised by UNEP-WCMC. Here are some key qualifications we seek for this role: 🔸BA or equivalent in Events Management 🔸Demonstrable events management experience 🔸Experience of supporting events logistics and administration 🔸Experience of delivering online events via conference platforms including Zoom and MS Teams 🔸Excellent skills in organisation and work planning 🔸Excellent IT skills 🔸Strong communication skills (written and spoken) 🔸Fluency in written and spoken English 🔸Ability to work in tight deadlines, balance competing demands on time and to seek support to delegate, as appropriate Contract type: Temporary (minimum 6 months), Full-time Start Date: as soon as possible Benefits include: 🌿Flexible hybrid working policy 🌿Company sick pay 🌿Health cash plan contributing towards the cost of essential medical care 🌿Generous annual holiday allowance of 25 day, plus 3 closure days over the Christmas period 🌿Excellent training and development opportunities If you possess these skills and can make an immediate and significant contribution to the current and future work of UNEP-WCMC then apply now! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/d-YAES-C Closing date: 16/2/2025 ******NOTE: This is note a UN post******

How can financial products help accelerate restoration of degraded pasturelands in Brazil and reduce ecosystem conversion?  Renova Pasto is showcased in a case study developed by UNEP-WCMC, with colleagues at the UN Environment Programme and the IFACC Initiative. This standardised loan product, developed by AGRI3 Fund, Rabobank and IDH, combines long tenor loans with Deforestation and Conversion Free (DCF) commitments and technical assistance. Renova Pasto loans have helped restore over 1600 ha of natural ecosystems. An additional 1700 ha of degraded land has been rehabilitated, reducing pressure for the expansion of pasturelands into natural habitats.  Read the full case study below. ⤵️ Learn more about this and other tools for sustainable investing on our Land Use Finance Impact Hub: https://lnkd.in/eMAZbf6X 

What are the impacts of offshore wind projects on marine migratory species? In a review conducted by biodiversity experts at UNEP-WCMC, we explore the range of positive and negative impacts of offshore wind energy developments on migratory underwater species - including whales, porpoises, seals, crustaceans and various other fish. With offshore wind developments expected to significantly multiply by 2030, there is an urgent need to understand their impacts and how the potential negative issues can be mitigated as much as possible. Learn more about the paper here: https://lnkd.in/ds4h6pRX

How can corporate transformation align with a nature-positive economy? Experts Jo Swinson and Erinch Sahan will help you find out at the #NatureActionDialogues 2025! These leading experts from Partners for a New Economy and Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) will run a workshop on economic transformations with business and finance participants to demonstrate how corporate transformation efforts can align with a nature-positive economy.  This workshop will help participants to discuss and explore actionable strategies and ideas within their organizational context and ensure that it is aligned with a just and equitable future where economies operate within the planetary limits.  Join us at the #NatureActionDialogues 2025 and be the industry leader that nature needs!  March 25-26, at Jesus College, Cambridge, UK Secure your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/dwc-TscP  For full information about the event, workshops and sessions planned, check out this link: https://lnkd.in/ePKAjtXQ Stay tuned to this space for more updates! #NatureAction #biodiversity #nature #environment #climateaction #PeaceWithNature #NatureAction2025 #business #finance #financefornature  Proteus Partnership | Jesus College Cambridge | Integrated Biodiversity Assessment Tool (IBAT) | United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) 

How AI and farmers can help and benefit from each other? AI can be a great tool for farmers to sustainably grow crops but it would not function without human intervention. Learn more about the role of AI in sustainable farming from resources developed by our Trade Hub project: https://lnkd.in/d9sKpnrw #sustainable #farming #AI #learn #technology #development #farmers

Young professionals are passionate about the environment and well informed about the planetary environmental challenges. Youths need to be empowered to participate meaningfully in environmental processes to equitably address the global crises. In the past decade, UNEP-WCMC has partnered with international and national institutions in Africa to develop and strengthen the captivity of young professionals in biodiversity-related field. Learn more about the CABES programme: https://lnkd.in/dt-_nV-7

Environmental, social and economic crises ➡️ such as biodiversity loss, water and food insecurity, health risks and climate change - are all interconnected and solutions to address these issues need to be implemented holistically.🌱 The landmark UN assessment #NexusReport by IPBES explores 71 response options to maximise co-benefits from action across five ‘nexus elements’ ➡️ #biodiversity, #water, #food, #health and #ClimateChange. Scroll through the document attached to learn about the report's key findings ⤵️ Read the summary for policymakers here: https://lnkd.in/dHMrNwbu

🚨New blog!🚨 The world needs to transition away from fossil fuels. However, the shift to renewable sources is not without its own environmental and social impacts. A new working paper co-authored by UNEP-WCMC explores the potential costs and impacts of mining for green energy, and what can be done to ensure a sustainable green energy transition. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dsQidJmY #sustainable #renewable #RenewableEnergy #environment #social #GreenTransition #EnergyTransition

71 response options for maximum co-benefits across compounding interlinked challenges of #biodiversity, #food, #water, #health and #climatechange The landmark IPBES #NexusReport provides decision-makers around the world with the most ambitious scientific assessment of the complex interlinkages of the global crises and explores dozens of specific response options across the five “nexus elements”. Decisions and actions need to move beyond their silos through integrated and adaptive decision-making. Find below an infographic which showcases the 71 response options grouped into 10 broad categories of actions.📊⤵️ Link to the SPM: https://lnkd.in/dHMrNwbu Image credits: The Assessment Report on the Interlinkages Among Biodiversity, Water, Food and Health or the #NexusReport by IPBES

As climate disasters intensify globally, a unique online course is helping countries to rethink their national adaptation plans that harnesses the power of nature. Bringing Nature into National Adaptation Planning, an interactive training has been developed to help those involved in national adaptation planning take better account of nature and its role in building resilience to climate change. The course is aimed at building capacity of 📜Policymakers 🏛️Government officials 🔍Technical specialists 💡Other stakeholders involved in national adaptation planning to better integrate nature in the NAP process. Access the course: https://bit.ly/4fd5PEB