United Nations Environment Management Group

ALT 🌱 Integrating Biodiversity and Disaster Risk Reduction 🛡️ Join the EMG for the next event in the UN Common Approach to Biodiversity Webinar Series. Hosted in collaboration with UNDRR, this session will explore the critical linkages between disaster risk reduction (DRR), biodiversity and climate change adaptation. 📅 Date: Thursday 2nd October 2025 🕐 Time: 15:00–16:30 CEST 💻 Platform: Zoom 🌐 Languages: English with simultaneous interpretation to Spanish Hear directly from UNDRR representatives as they present the revised guidance document “Strengthening disaster risk reduction in national biodiversity strategies and action plans”. The event will also convene key global and national stakeholders on DRR, biodiversity and climate change to exchange perspectives on priorities, challenges, and opportunities, while reflecting on the coherent implementation of global frameworks. Find out more and register now: https://unemg.org/un-common-approach-to-biodiversity-webinar-series/

ALT 🎙️Meet the speakers of the upcoming EMG Nexus Dialogue on Sustainable Bioeconomy titled “Inclusivity, Sustainability and Integration of Bioeconomy in the Global Environmental Agenda”, hosted in collaboration with FAO. 📅 Date: Thursday 5 June 2025 🕒 Time: 15:00–16:30 CEST 💻 Platform: Microsoft Teams The speakers will explore how a sustainable bioeconomy can drive inclusive growth, support climate and biodiversity goals, ensure equitable access for marginalized groups, and align with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and the SDGs. 👉 Register here to receive connection details: https://forms.office.com/e/Aam1Jnq9Ns ℹ️ More information: https://unemg.org/nexus-dialogue-on-sustainable-bioeconomy/ #Sustainability #Bioeconomy #2030Agenda #KMGBF #ParisAgreement

ALT 📣Join us for a critical conversation on sustainable bioeconomy! 🌳💰 The EMG, in collaboration with FAO, is pleased to invite you to the second event of the Nexus Dialogue Series on Sustainable Bioeconomy which will focus on “Inclusivity, Sustainability and Integration of Bioeconomy in the Global Environmental Agenda”. 📅 Date: Thursday 5 June 2025 🕒 Time: 15:00–16:30 CEST 💻 Platform: Microsoft Teams The Dialogue will explore the potential of a sustainable bioeconomy to drive inclusive economic growth, particularly for marginalized groups such as Indigenous Peoples, women, youth, and forest-dependent communities. 👉 Register here to receive connection details: https://forms.office.com/e/Aam1Jnq9Ns ℹ️ More information: https://unemg.org/nexus-dialogue-on-sustainable-bioeconomy/ #Sustainability #Bioeconomy #2030Agenda #KMGBF #ParisAgreement

ALT As the world faces interconnected environmental challenges, a sustainable bioeconomy is emerging as a pathway to driving change across sectors. The EMG and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) are launching a Nexus Dialogue Series to spotlight how bioeconomy can address urgent environmental issues while enhancing collaboration across the UN system. The first event, “Strengthening Global Coordination, Building Partnerships, and Financing for a #SustainableBioeconomy”, will take place on 9th May 2025. This dialogue will explore a more cohesive approach to sustainable bioeconomy across UN agencies, identifying gaps and synergies among initiatives. More information: https://unemg.org/nexus-dialogue-on-sustainable-bioeconomy/

ALT EMG at the BRS COPs 2025 in Geneva 🌍 Join us for the High-Level Roundtable Discussion “Strengthening Action for Change: Advancing Integrated Solutions for the Implementation of the BRS Convention”. 📅 Wednesday, 30th April 2025 🕐 13:15–14:45 CEST 📍 Room C, Level 0, CICG, Geneva, Switzerland This roundtable will bring together Heads of UN entities and Senior Officials to explore pathways for the integrated implementation of the BRS Conventions, the Rio Conventions and other multilateral environmental agreements, linking relevant frameworks together. Building on insights from EMG’s 2024 high-level roundtables at CBD COP16, UNFCCC COP29, and UNCCD COP16, the discussion will focus on breaking silos, strengthening coordination, accelerating implementation and supporting countries through joint strategies. For more information: https://unemg.org/emg-at-the-brs-cops-2025/ #MakeVisibletheInvisible #BRSConventions #2025BRSCOPs

ALT EMG at UNCCD #COP16Riyadh 🏜 Join us for the EMG High-Level Roundtable “Strengthening Action for Change: Promoting Coherence and Synergies for Sustainable Land Management”, taking place on Wednesday 4th December 2024, from 18:15 to 19:45 AST, in room MET-01, Area A - Farasan, Blue Zone, UNCCD COP16, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The last event in the series will bring together UN heads of entities and Senior Officials to explore how the UN system can support the Convention’s implementation while advancing synergies with other Multilateral Environmental Agreements. The discussion will build on the recently launched Rio Trio Initiative, showcasing the value of coordinated actions and efficient resource allocation for more impactful outcomes. We look forward to seeing you in Riyadh. For more information: https://unemg.org/emg-at-the-rio-cops-2024/

ALT The EMG Secretariat welcomes you to the third and final webinar of the EMG Nexus Dialogue Series on Harmful Subsidies, to be held online on 26 November 2024 from 15.30 – 16.45 CET. Please register here to attend: https://forms.office.com/e/G2G1F32we3 To know more: https://unemg.org/nexus-dialogues-on-repurposing-harmful-subsidies/ Please feel free to share this invitation with your networks. With best regards, EMG Secretariat

ALT 🌍 Join us at UNFCCC #COP29 in Baku! The EMG high-level roundtable "Strengthening Action for Change: Promoting Coherence and Scaling Up Support to Address #ClimateChange” will be held on Tuesday, 12 November 2024, from 17:00 to 18:30 AZT in Special Events Room 1, Blue Zone at UNFCCC COP29, Baku, Azerbaijan. This event will bring together UN heads of entities and Senior Officials to explore opportunities for enhancing coordination and collaboration within the UN System in support of the Climate Action Agenda and synergistic implementation of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs). We look forward to seeing you in Baku. For more information: https://unemg.org/emg-at-the-rio-cops-2024/

ALT 🌿EMG at CBD COP16 in Cali: 🔸 Join us for the EMG High-Level Roundtable on Tuesday, 29 October, 18:00–19:30 COT. Senior Officials from 18 UN organisations will explore synergistic solutions to the climate crisis, nature loss, desertification, and pollution. 🔸 Don’t miss our Cooperation Day session on Thursday, 31 October, 11:15–13:00 COT, focusing on fostering synergies to achieve the KMGBF. 🔸 Visit the UN Hub in Plaza Quebec for a variety of exciting events hosted by EMG Members. We look forward to seeing you there. 🔸 For more information👉https://unemg.org/emg-at-the-rio-cops-2024/

ALT Don’t miss out on our Nexus Dialogue on Revitalizing Economies: The Path to Repurposing and Reforming Harmful Subsidies! 🌐 We will delve into the methodologies for measuring the detrimental impacts of subsidies on our economy and environment. This session will emphasize the urgent need for reform, assessing harmful subsidies and their significant costs. 🗓 Date: September 17, 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM CEST Register now: https://forms.office.com/e/U1c24XC0PP More: https://unemg.org/nexus-dialogues-on-repurposing-harmful-subsidies/ #Sustainability #ClimateAction #UNEMG

ALT 🌍 Join us for the groundbreaking webinar on Revitalizing Economies: The Path to Repurposing and Reforming Harmful Subsidies! 🌿 🗓 Date: September 17, 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM CEST Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/U1c24XC0PP This session will explore methodologies for measuring harmful subsidies' economic, social, and environmental impacts. Gain insights from global experts from the WTO, FAO, World Bank, Sveriges Riksbank, GEF, and UNEP into how these subsidies can be reformed to support sustainable economic growth. Save the date and be part of this essential dialogue for a sustainable future! 🌱 More: https://unemg.org/nexus-dialogues-on-repurposing-harmful.../ #Sustainability #ClimateAction #UNEMG

ALT 📢In collaboration with United Nations Development Programme - UNDP and United Nations Human Rights, the EMG secretariat is thrilled to invite you to the webinar on incorporating human rights-based approaches to the conservation, restoration and sustainable use of biodiversity!🌍🌱 🗓 Tuesday 9th July 2024 ⏰14:00 – 15:30 CEST This event will feature a dynamic discussion between a panel of experts from UN agencies and external stakeholders, promising an engaging and insightful session. Find out more and register now👉 https://unemg.org/un-common-approach-to-biodiversity-webinar-series/

ALT 👉 Find out more and register now: https://unemg.org/un-common-approach-to-biodiversity-webinar-series/ This webinar will delve into the importance, opportunities and existing gaps for the incorporation and implementation of human rights-based approaches for the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of biodiversity. This event will feature a dynamic discussion between a panel of experts from UN agencies and external stakeholders, promising an engaging and insightful session. #Biodiversity #HumanRights #SustainableDevelopment #2030Agenda

ALT Mainstreaming Biodiversity in Agrifood Systems. 04 June 2024 | 15:00 – 16:30 CEST | Online This webinar will focus on actions and initiatives aimed at mainstreaming biodiversity across agrifood sectors. Will be held in collaboration with FAO and IFAD. MORE: https://unemg.org/un-common-approach-to-biodiversity-webinar-series/

ALT Aligning Public Spending for Climate and Nature Actions🌿🌎