Elephants are intelligent, emotional creatures that play a crucial role in their ecosystems related to plant germination and more. However, they are threatened by poaching and affected by habitat loss along with human-wildlife conflict. On this #WorldElephantDay# and every day, remember to protect these majestic animals.

Young people are protecting nature by restoring ecosystems, safeguarding species, and mobilizing communities. If you're 35 or younger and involved in biodiversity action efforts, take this survey. #YouthDay#, #COP17Armenia#

A shifting climate. A tough job market. Young people everywhere are experiencing these and more challenges. But shared struggles can also mean shared solutions. Working together is the only way. More on International Youth Day 2026: #YouthDay# #GlobalGoals#

Wednesday is #WorldElephantDay#. Here are a few ways you can help protect these iconic animals: ❌ Don’t invest in ivory as a commodity. 📢 Inform people about the importance of protecting elephants. 🐘 Learn about conservation projects. More from @UNEP:

A healthy planet benefits us all. Yet, the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste, poses an imminent threat. Let’s act now #ForNature# & a sustainable future.

In parts of Southeast Asia, unreliable power grids make everyday work harder. Solar solutions are helping women power fishing boats, dry crops, and run small farms while building resilience to climate impacts. Here´s how:

Our soil is one of Earth's greatest reservoirs of biodiversity, and it's more important than you think. Yet human activities pose a threat to soil biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides. Find out more about the important role soil plays:

Extreme heat is here and the threat continues to grow, but solutions exist. In India, public servant Supriya Sahu is implementing initiatives that reduce indoor temperatures by 5 to 8°C, improving safety and health for vulnerable communities. Explore her #EarthChamps# story here:

When women thrive, communities become more climate resilient. 🌍💚 High electricity rates used to squeeze profit margins for Avelina’s pastry shop. Supported by the EmPower initiative, Avelina installed a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system to cut her operating costs and reinvest savings directly into growing her business. Through the EmPower: Women for Climate-Resilient Societies Programme, an initiative of @UNPhilippines implemented by @UN_Women Philippines and @UNEP, supported by the Governments of Germany @germanyinphl, New Zealand @NZinManila, Sweden @SwedeninManila, and Switzerland, we're helping turn climate action into opportunities for women and local economies. EmPower is a flagship programme we need to bring to scale. Because together we can continue to: 🟢Drive grassroots economic growth: Clean energy lowers costs and builds resilient local supply chains. 🟢Pioneer local policy: Iloilo’s gender-focused energy model is now guiding clean energy plans in 31 other provinces. 🟢Invest in women: Green financing designed for women creates positive ripple effects for whole communities. Read how investing in women is driving climate resilience and sustainable development:

🦁 Lions aren't just fierce hunters — they're ecosystem guardians. Yet, habitat loss, illegal trade, and land disputes endanger their survival. On Monday’s #WorldLionDay#, help by spreading awareness, supporting conservation, and protecting the pride. via @UNEP

Lions aren't just fierce hunters — they're ecosystem guardians. However, habitat loss, illegal trade, and land disputes endanger their survival. This #WorldLionDay#, find out more about the global conservation status of these majestic creatures:

Power cuts have been a common occurrence in daily life in parts of New Delhi. Now, the #3DEN# initiative by UNEP and its partners is assisting utility companies in monitoring the grid in real time. This approach makes energy systems more efficient, accessible, and clean, reducing emissions and minimising power outages. Discover how this digital innovation could transform cities worldwide:

Indigenous Peoples make up less than 5% of the world’s population, yet they protect significant amounts of global biodiversity. These heroes should be supported on today’s #IndigenousPeoplesDay# and every day.

Extreme heat is no longer rare. Heatwaves, already responsible for almost 500,000 deaths a year, are becoming more frequent, more intense and more dangerous. Here are nine ways to stay cool when temperatures spike:

30× more is spent destroying nature than protecting it. And that imbalance is already being felt: millions across Africa confront the consequences of biodiversity loss through declining harvests, shrinking fisheries and threatened livelihoods. Ahead of #CBDCOP17#, explore how @UNBiodiversity is bringing parties together to fight biodiversity loss:

Call for proposals 📣! Are you part of a community-based organization in a country which is part of the East African Community? The Mountains ADAPT small grants provide up to USD 30,000 to support solutions to adapt to climate change impacts in mountain regions. Apply before 15 September:

In Odysseus, the Mediterranean Sea is a world of dangers, love and destiny. Today, the Mediterranean faces new monsters, from plastic pollution and wastewater to temperature changes and drought. Fortunately, the sea has a hero. @UNEPMAPNews is here to protect. Discover how:

Extreme heat is one of the greatest threats to human health and development. But with the right policies and investments, leaders and decision makers can protect lives today while building a more resilient future. This is how UNEP's 50@50 is uniting cities around the world to #BeatTheHeat#:

Food loss and waste cost the world around US$1 trillion annually.  Reducing waste cuts emissions, saves resources, and protects public and household budgets.  Seven ways to cut food waste:

Ancient microbes in melting glaciers and toxic pollutants from floods are among the signs that climate change is altering ecosystems & exposing communities. Action is needed to protect people, nature, & economies. See more on rapidly emerging threats that could reshape life for millions if the course isn’t changed: