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In 1994, the world community sent a clear signal by adopting the only legally binding treaty promoting good land stewardship—the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). This book examines the first thirty years of the UNCCD and how it is working to turn land degradation into restoration, while ensuring those who depend on land the most have a say in how decisions are made. https://lnkd.in/eFuzsqKf

The United Nations General Assembly adopted a draft resolution on holding a High-Level meeting addressing the existential threats posed by sea-level rise on the sidelines of #UNGA79 General Debate. I thank all Member States for their valued support in prioritizing this urgent issue and also for prioritizing the urgent need to address the existential threats posed by sea-level rise, ranging from irrecoverable loss of ancestral lands, as well as the loss of the rich culture and heritage, not to mention the lasting destabilization of livelihoods. I, therefore, look forward to open, transparent, and inclusive consultations in the General Assembly towards finalizing the organizational arrangements and modalities of the proposed 25 September high-level plenary meeting. This meeting will be exceptionally held on the sidelines of the General Debate of the seventy-ninth session of the Assembly. I am confident that, together, we can chart a path toward an action-oriented outcome that would prevent, protect, and resolve the untenable situations arising out of sea level rise. https://lnkd.in/g3p-wEzk

In June 2023, the #HighSeasTreaty was adopted! It is the first legally binding international agreement to govern the conservation and #SustainableUse of #MarineBiodiversity. One year later, the High Seas Alliance launched a countdown to reach the goal of 60 ratifications needed for the Treaty to enter into force at #UNOC3. Learn about the #BBNJ, the #RaceForRatification, and why it is critical to #OceanProtection: https://lnkd.in/dT5JqrNU

🔔 High Seas Treaty and the role of the EU. Interesting new policy brief from the Brussels-based think tank, Europe Jacques Delors. 💡 There is much work that the EU and its member states can already do to prepare for implementation, in particular laying the groundwork for establishing marine protected areas in the High Seas. 👉 The EU played a critical role in the negotiations leading to the Treaty’s successful negotiation and adoption in 2023, but significant efforts are still needed to garner widespread support for swift ratification and implementation, particularly from regional groups. 👉 In view of this important next step to ensure the success of the High Seas Treaty, the EU should now champion ratification and start preparing for implementation. 👉 A key first step would be for the European Parliament to approve ratification ahead of the European elections. 👉 The EU and its member states should also prioritise making progress with ratification efforts nationally and leverage the 52 members of the High Ambition Coalition for BBNJ to maintain political momentum and coordinate efforts for early ratification. 👉 To ensure the effective working of the Treaty once it enters into force, the EU should also help build strong institutional foundations, notably through the establishment of a Preparatory Commission. At the #OceanDecadeConference 2024, MedPAN has underlined the key role of the existing regional networks of #MPAs to support the creation and the effective management of #MPAs beyond national juridictions. All the regional seas, all the #LMEs Large Marine Ecosystems are connected ! https://lnkd.in/eDdy-hGF

In 1962, JFK vowed to land a man on the moon. By 1969, Armstrong made the giant leap for mankind. "Just as we reached the moon, we can ensure access to water and sanitation with ambitious leadership," says Catarina de Albuquerque, SWA CEO Let's discuss mobilizing political momentum for universal access to water and sanitation at the #10thWorldWaterForum! Geneva Water Hub, a Centre of Competence on Water for Peace

“This paper argues for crafting networked cultures of care attentive to the toxic environmental legacies of the Syrian conflict. Cultures of care must be sensitive to the affective relationships of interdependence between Syrians and their local ecosystems forged during the lifetime of revolutionary struggle.” — Noor Ghazal Aswad, https://lnkd.in/gcYdCDr7 “Environmental Communication has rarely published research challenging global militaries or addressing the environmental impacts of the U.S. military that poses threats to air, land, and ocean. Thus, more critical scholarship of the military’s environmental impacts is needed, full stop.” — Tiara Naputi https://lnkd.in/gaAgtb7q Two compelling articles from Ghazal Aswad and Na’puti highlighting the formation of networked cultures of care amid militaristic ecological violence, and the urgency for further critical research in the journal on the military as a key actor in matters of environmental communication.  Both articles are Free to Read now as part of the “Care” special issue (18.1-2) of Environmental Communication. We hope those studying these dynamics will consider these two essays as an invitation to develop further the lines of argument they persuasively call for us to consider.

Today #1954HagueConvention turns 70! #ProcultherNet joins the celebrations, meet us in The Hague on 14 and 15 May at the Networking Agora parallel to the UNESCO Conference “Cultural Heritage and Peace: Building on 70 years of UNESCO Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict”. We are sharing the knowledge and tools developed within #Proculther(2019-2021) and #ProcultherNet (2022-2023) and unveil the forthcoming actions foreseen within the current initiative PROCULTHER-NET 2 (2024-2025). This ongoing phase aims at consolidating the inclusion of the protection of #CulturalHeritage at risk sector in the #EUCivilProtection processes and structures, to increase disaster preparedness capacities and knowledge at European and national levels. Come and visit the PROCULTHER-NET booth to find out more on the project actions and how to contribute in strengthening the thematic community dedicated to the protection of cultural heritage at risk within the Union Civil Protection Knowledge Network #CivProKnowNet #Connect #Share #Grow #EUCivPro European Commission - ECHO

EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters Goal: To protect and restore the health of our ocean and waters through research and innovation, citizen engagement and blue investments -https://lnkd.in/dEWFEVHk Read and endorse the charter - https://lnkd.in/dJNB_S-F

Leveraging #water for prosperity and peace requires governance capacity and political will. 📖 This year’s United Nations Water World Water Development Report, released on #WorldWaterDay, is titled 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆. GWP contributes to the report every year, and this year is no exception, with GWP reference material quoted throughout, thought leadership provided in chapter 7 on #transboundary cooperation, and practical success stories supported by GWP highlighted in chapter 8 on regional perspectives. Explore report on #WaterForPeace 👉 https://bit.ly/3x7R70J #SDG6 #ActOnSDG6 

On this World Water Day, as we focus on this year's theme, 'Leveraging Water for Peace,' we honor not just the essential aspect of water but also its capacity to promote peace and cooperation between nations.🚰 By ensuring equitable access, managing resources sustainably, and fostering dialogue and cooperation, we can harness the transformative power of water to build bridges rather than barriers. Together, let's turn water from a cause of conflict to a pathway for peace. Let's prioritize diplomacy over conflicts, cooperation over competition, and unity over division. If we work together, we can create a world where water symbolizes peace and harmony. 🕊️ The Value Balancing Alliance will keep working on initiatives that contribute to a sustainable future, equitable access, and sustainable management practices in collaboration with our members, partners, and supporters.🌍 By developing practical approaches and methodologies, we aim to account for the true value of nature and water to ensure it is considered in business strategies, investment decisions, and reporting practices: https://lnkd.in/e7EMn5Yj. 💧Every drop counts!💧 #ValueBalancingAlliance #WorldWaterDay #WaterForPeace