Beth Woodthorpe-Evans

Press Secretary to @UNEP Executive Director. Previously: @COP26 @SEforALLorg + @ClimateGroup. @SOAS Student. #AVFC fan. She / her.

[Ed King @edking_I]

Dead chuffed to announce the launch of @backchannelnews - a @substack platform for commentary, intelligence, and analysis on international #climate diplomacy, geopolitics, and the energy transition.

https://t.co/kkKRFCQXGJ

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

Together, we can make 2025 a new beginning.

Not as a world divided.

But as nations united.

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

.@UNEP is deeply troubled by the killing of the environmental human rights defender and journalist Chhoeung Chheng in Cambodia.

Environmental journalists are allies in protecting the planet and must be able to undertake their vital work safely.

[Beth Woodthorpe-Evans @bethwevans]

Just could not be more proud and happy for the incredible @camillaborn - not only a phenomenal friend, but one of the smartest, committed and proven leaders within our movement. Beyond deserved.

[Electrify Britain @electrifygb]

We’re thrilled to welcome @camillaborn as the new CEO of Electrify Britain! Camilla’s expertise in climate diplomacy and track record of driving innovation and delivering sustainable change will be key as we accelerate the transition to a #NetZero future.

#ElectrifyBritain

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

1000 days ago the world agreed to #BeatPlasticPollution at #UNEA5.

Today #INC5 begins. We must now nail the text of the #PlasticsTreaty to protect our environment, our health and our future.

Now is the time for a deal.

We do not have another 1000 days to wait.

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

We're at the halfway point of #COP29

The @UNFCCC & COP process is the home for climate multilateralism, one that ensures every country has a voice.

And those voices want to see strong movement on finance & ambitious NDCs 3.0

Big second week ahead. But together, we can deliver.

[alan rusbridger @arusbridger]

We're looking for a regular columnist - ideally based in UK - to guide our @prospect_uk readers through the climate crisis. We're open to a number of approaches.

If you feel you fit the bill please get in touch - if possible with some examples of your writing, a brief CV and a couple of ideas.

Email editorial [at] https://t.co/2DF9NhHs6i

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

"An ambitious agreement is the only way to end plastic pollution"

Ahead of #INC5 talks next month, @UN SG @antonioguterres joined ministers at #COP16Colombia and gave a clear call to action: we need a #PlasticsTreaty, one that is credible & just, to finally #BeatPlasticPollution

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

Clean air is a human right.

Yet 99% of us breathe polluted air.

Air pollution is linked to over 8 million deaths each year and drives climate change, inequality and economic losses.

On #WorldCleanAirDay we're calling for the 🌎 to invest in #CleanAirNow and fulfil this right.

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

65% of Africa’s land is degraded.

At #AMCEN I suggested 3 ways we can raise ambition on land degradation, desertification & drought:

➡️Unite land action under the three Rio Conventions
➡️Account for the value of nature
➡️Circular approaches to minerals

https://t.co/AVdnncRSjV

[Rachel Kyte @rkyte365]

.@antonioguterres issues urgent call to action on extreme heat. Protect the vulnerable. Protect workers. Boost resilience and limit warming. Read it here and ask what can you do? #climatesction https://t.co/yDv23jxPKw

[United Nations @UN]

"Extreme heat is having an extreme impact on people and planet."

Following hottest days ever recorded, @antonioguterres says world must rise to challenge of rising temperatures.

Here’s his global call to #ClimateAction: https://t.co/Vt8M4HQ2Uw

[Ed King @edking_I]

The only good thing about losing is this piece by @jonathanliew. Where on earth does he get all the analogies... https://t.co/9qaaN0Onji

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

.@UNEP is deeply concerned about the conviction of 10 environmental human rights defenders from youth-led group, Mother Nature Cambodia.

Those who stand up for nature and environmental rule of law must be protected. I echo @UNHumanRights and urge authorities to review charges.

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

A new @UNEP assessment shows the environmental impacts of the war in Gaza are unprecedented. Water, soil and air pollution is rapidly growing, risking human health and food insecurity.

We urgently need a ceasefire to save lives & restore the environment.

https://t.co/QE2Z7C2Hju

[Beth Woodthorpe-Evans @bethwevans]

As pivotal EU Nature Restoration Law vote gets underway, @andersen_inger talks to @FT and says EU must deliver on commitments made under global #BiodiversityPlan agreed in 2022, "the EU has to live up to its promises.” If not, “Europe will lose & we will all lose”

@alicemhancock

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

EU Ministers are voting on the Nature Restoration Law.

Investing in nature brings long-term economic, environment & health benefits and supports sustainable farming.

Now is time for 🇪🇺 to deliver global #BiodiversityPlan promises. I discussed with @FT. https://t.co/PKZkrMTpJ1

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

Somalia is writing a new chapter in its history.

Determined to create climate resilience & env sustainability, Somalia is paving a new path towards prosperity, peace & development.

While the road ahead may well be long, we at @UNEP are pleased to support Somalia on this path.

[UN Environment Programme @UNEP]

On #AfricaDay, join us in celebrating how communities across the continent are using innovation and science to adapt to the changing climate.

See more photos here: https://t.co/VEj738sYiA #ActNow

[Beth Woodthorpe-Evans @bethwevans]

70% of environmental journalists have been attacked simply for doing their work.

In 2022, 80+ journalists were killed.

Today is a painful reminder of why we still must passionately defend #PressFreedom

@UNEP @UNESCO

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

Environmental defenders are nature’s truest allies. Journalists are some of the most important defenders we have

World #PressFreedom Day focuses on journalism in the face of the #EnvironmentalCrisis. As @UNEP says, journalists save lives & unearth truth: https://t.co/gYj0tXxvRL

[Inger Andersen @andersen_inger]

#PlanetVsPlastics.

That is a reality we will face unless we act.

This year #EarthDay falls as #INC4 #PlasticsTreaty talks begin in Ottawa. We have a once in a lifetime opportunity to profoundly change our relationship with plastics. We cannot waste it.