Environment/Science
New York: Reducing mercury use by nearly 370 tons in nine countries, a UN environment agency initiative now plans to scale up efforts in 15 other affected nations, making conditions safer for millions of small-scale miners. more
Future of our planet hinges on action by today’s youth – UN deputy chief
New York, Protecting the planet rests on this generation’s youth and their inclination “to hold leaders and decision-makers accountable,” especially in the combat agains ...
‘Great Pacific Garbage Patch’ clean-up project launches trial run: UN Environment
New York, A trial run of an innovative system designed to clean up the world’s seas and oceans, founded by UN Environment Programme (UNEP) “Champion of the Earth” ...
