In 1985, a hole was confirmed in the ozone layer over Antarctica. The world’s natural sun shield, which protects humans, plants, animals and ecosystems from excessive ultraviolet radiation, had been breached. Suddenly, a future blighted by skin cancers, cataracts, dying plants and crops and damaged ecosystems loomed. There was no time to lose. Scientists had raised the alarm and the world listened. The adoption of the #MontrealProtocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer in 1987 marked a turning point in environmental history. Today, around 99% of ozone-depleting substances have been phased out and the protective layer above Earth is being replenished. Ahead of the @unitednations Summit of the Future @unepozone work is an example of when science and political willpower joined forces and the results changed the world. Looking ahead, call on the world to once again come together for #OurCommonFuture and to address the #ClimateCrisis. Via UN Environment Programme
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The Environment Department of UNIDO promotes the inclusive and sustainable development of global industry.
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The UN Industrial Development Organization is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. UNIDO’s Environment Department supports UNIDO in its mandate to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development in developing countries and economies in transition by * establishing and applying concepts for circular economy and resource efficiency, across relevant sectors, to support industries: to adopt sustainable design practices for increased longevity, recyclability, reduced use of pollutants and improved resource efficiency; and to improve their resource productivity and environmental performance, through the adoption of resource-efficient and cleaner production practices, methods and techniques; * promoting alternative technologies, substitutes and approaches that minimize the impact of industries on the environment, on natural resources and on the Earth’s climate; * supporting governments in designing and delivering policies, strategies and projects to fulfill national commitments under multilateral environmental agreements; promoting industry-level action to reduce the production, use and emission of the controlled substances under the Montreal Protocol, the Minamata Convention and the Stockholm convention. * assisting governments in the preparation and implementation of policies, strategies and projects for fostering both circular economy and green industry at large, as well as promoting industry-level action for the environmentally-sound management, and reduction of toxic or hazardous chemicals intentionally manufactured, used or emitted by industry; The Environment Department of UNIDO consists of four divisions; the Montreal Protocol Division (MPD), the Industrial Pollution and Mitigation Division (IPM), the Industrial Resource Efficiency Division (IRE) and the Materials and Chemicals Management Division (MCMD).
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#YouthDay in ARMENIA puts focus on Environmental Challenges 👦 👧 To commemorate the International Youth Day, Armenia’s Ministry of Environment along with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) organized an event "United Nations (UN) International Youth Day in the Context of Environmental Challenges" at the United Nations Office in #Yerevan, Armenia on Aug. 12. 🌍 Denis Besedich, Head, UN Resident Coordinator Office in Armenia, highlighted the role of young people in addressing environmental issues and finding solutions, and called upon the youth to engage actively in international efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs). ✳ Ani Hakobyan, Press Secretary of the Minister and Head of Public Relations Division, conveyed the message of Environment Minister Hakob Simidyan. The Minister’s message highlighted the importance of active involvement of young people in the field of environment and their key role in solving environmental problems. ✳ Liana Ghahramanyan, Legal Advisor of the "Environmental Project Implementation Unit" State Agency of the Ministry of Environment, Armenia and National Coordinator of the Montreal Protocol, stressed on the importance of protecting the ozone layer, explaining how all nations working together led to the achievements of the #MontrealProtocol treaty. 🌐 Mari Chakryan, Ph.D., National Coordinator of the #AarhusConvention, explained the key provisions of the Convention, highlighting the importance of public participation in decision-making. 🌐 The event attracted the participation of high school students, along with 40 representatives of Yerevan State University, Armavir State Regional College, Yerevan State Regional College No.2 named after N. Achemyan and public schools. Representatives of youth non-governmental organizations, educational institutions and officials were a part of the event. Vienna Convention & Montreal Protocol (Ozone) Secretariat I UNIDO Environment I UN Environment Programme I Alois Posekufa MHLANGA I Elena Miceva I Adnan Atwa I Solomiya Omelyan I Stephanie Egger Hay Smith I Pics: National Ozone Unit, Armenia #KigaliAmendment #unidoclimateaction #ProgressbyInnovation
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The adoption of the Montreal Protocol in 1987 marked a turning point in environmental history. It led to the phaseout of 99% of ozone-depleting substances and kicked-started the replenishment of the protective layer above Earth. Ahead of the United Nations Summit of the Future, here’s an example of when science and political willpower joined forces, and the results changed the world. Looking ahead, push world leaders to once again come together for #OurCommonFuture and address the #ClimateCrisis: https://lnkd.in/ei8mTQ66
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"#Policies that combine several tools are more effective in slashing #emissions than are stand-alone measures..." #KigaliAmendment #MontrealProtocol #unidoclimateaction https://lnkd.in/g7D86kZu
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Thinking of a new refrigerator? How does your choice of #refrigerator help in addressing #climate challenges and contribute to prevent #food wastage? Video by UNDP Lebanon in Arabic with English subtitles Vienna Convention & Montreal Protocol (Ozone) Secretariat I UNIDO I #MontrealProtocol #KigaliAmendment #SustainableCooling https://lnkd.in/dgMTyZNT
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How Egypt is scaling national green and smart solutions to mitigate climate change https://lnkd.in/dcn5SjM7 Vienna Convention & Montreal Protocol (Ozone) Secretariat I UNIDO Egypt #MontrealProtocol #KigaliAmendment #SustainableSolutions #ClimateMitigation #ClimateAction
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🏭 A three-day training programme for technicians from the refrigeration and air conditioning (#RAC) sector took place in #Freetown, #SierraLeone last week. 🛠 Twenty technicians, including seven women, drawn from various parts of the country took part in the programme. The topics included overview of the Montreal Protocol, Sierra Leone's RAC sector, regional collaboration strategies and refrigerant management, safe handling of Hydrocarbon-based refrigerants, best practices and safety protocols, among others. Freeborn Taruvinga, a trainer from Harare, Zimbabwe, led the sessions. ✳ “This helps the RAC technicians in the country to upgrade their skills and contribute towards #climateaction--by adopting environmental friendly measures,” said Bashiru kargbo, Principal Ozone Officer from Sierra Leone’s Environment Protection Agency (EPA-SL) 🌍 Sierra Leone’s Kigali Implementation Plan (KIP)—a detailed roadmap to fulfil the obligations of the #KigaliAmendment to the #MontrealProtocol, was approved this year by the Multilateral Fund (MLF). UNIDO assisted #SierraLeone in the preparation and submission of the KIP. The projects under the KIP are being implemented by UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and supported by UNIDO as a cooperating agency. Vienna Convention & Montreal Protocol (Ozone) I UN Climate Change Alois Posekufa MHLANGA I Adnan Atwa I Regina Vellmer I Mariatu Abionor Swaray I Elena Miceva #UNIDOClimateAction #ProgressByInnovation #KigaliInAction
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Today is International #YouthDay! Young people face a range of significant challenges, from environmental degradation to economic inequality. Their active participation is key in tackling these issues and driving #SustainableDevelopment. When young people lead, transformative change becomes a reality. At UNIDO, we are dedicated to empowering young people by providing essential resources: 📚 Knowledge 🛠️ Skills 💻 Technology 🤝 Support Our goal is to equip them with the tools needed to secure meaningful employment, generate income, and break the cycle of poverty. Through our initiatives, we strive to create opportunities for every young person to thrive and make a positive impact in their communities.
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If protecting and restoring the global environment were an Olympic discipline…who would take gold? While Paris 2024 - Comité d'organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de 2024 is in full swing, swipe through to see some of the winning species, ecosystems and most pressing issues. #GenerationRestoration
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Countdown to the World Ozone Day (#WOD2024) has begun! This year's theme is: 'Montreal Protocol: Advancing Climate Action' One of UNIDO's priorities is to advance #ClimateAction. The guiding principle of UNIDO’s activities is low-emission, climate-resilient #development. Explore UNIDO's work under #MontrealProtocol https://lnkd.in/gtcZGgSR
The countdown to #WOD2024 has begun! Phasing out ozone-depleting substances has proven to be a powerful #ClimateAction tool, slowing global warming. Through the #KigaliAmendment, climate action is being further accelerated. For more info: bit.ly/4cjckmZ UN Environment Programme
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