OCANZDAO welcomes new members. Three green development communities, namely Green Pulse, GlobalLink Alliance, and Green Power Epic, as well as Gfforce Lab RWA accelerator and ECCX exchange, have joined OCANZ DAO. The number of organizational members has increased to 31.
🌳 Forests: The original climate warriors—silently keeping our planet livable for millennia.
These green giants absorb 2.6 billion tons of CO₂ each year 🌎💨, store enough water to fill 1.6 billion Olympic pools 🌊, and shelter 80% of land-based species 🦌🐦. When forests fall, it’s not just trees—imagine losing 1 soccer field of forest every second, and the carbon they locked away bursting into the atmosphere ⏳💥
It does not always need scientific proof that something is good for us. Just follow nature's invitation, sit down and experience in your own body how good it is, the forest will convince you. 💚🌱☘️🌿🌲🌳🍀💚
💸 Green Finance: The dollars that turn environmental dreams into reality—no compromises.
This isn’t just about investing; it’s about channeling capital into wind farms that power cities 🌪️, sustainable agriculture that feeds nations 🌾, and carbon capture projects that heal the air 🌎. Fact: $1 trillion in green investments can cut global emissions by 1.5 gigatons annually 💰→🌿
💡 Why it’s a game-changer: Green bonds fund mangrove restoration that protects coasts, while ESG funds push companies to go carbon-neutral. It’s finance with a heartbeat—making profits while saving coral reefs, rainforests, and our future.
Tag a finance wizard or eco-advocate 👇 #GreenFinanceIsTheFuture 🌟
The 4th Intl Conference on Financing for Development is a once-in-a-decade opportunity to bring development & finance partners together toward a sustainable finance architecture that delivers for people & 🌎.
Learn more & join us 30 June - 3 July: https://t.co/p4WFEnVlGF
#FFD4
🧊 Glaciers: The silent guardians of our planet’s climate balance—until we forget they’re there.
These frozen giants hold 70% of Earth’s freshwater 🌍💧, regulate sea levels, and influence global weather patterns. When glaciers melt, they don’t just disappear: think rising tides threatening 40% of the world’s population near coasts 🌊, and disrupted ocean currents that could alter climates forever.
💡 Fun (but worrying) fact: Glacier melt is now the single largest contributor to sea-level rise. Each year, they lose enough ice to fill 40 million Olympic swimming pools 🥶
Tag someone who needs to see the ice’s importance 👇 #GlaciersAreVital 🌍✨
When glaciers melt, entire ecosystems and billions of lives are affected.
Protecting glaciers means protecting our future.
UNESCO is leading global efforts during the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation 2025 to raise awareness and drive action: https://t.co/Ubwr3IpOSj
🌴 Rainforests: The planet’s beating heart—and our best defense against climate chaos.
These lush ecosystems hold 50% of Earth’s land species 🦜🐍, produce 20% of our oxygen 🌬️, and store billions of tons of carbon. When a rainforest falls, it’s not just trees—imagine losing 200+ species daily, and carbon bombs released into the atmosphere 💥
💡 Did you know? Indigenous communities who protect rainforests hold 80% of the world’s biodiversity. Their wisdom, combined with forest magic, keeps our climate in balance.
Tag someone who needs to feel the rainforest’s pulse 👇 #RainforestsMatter 🌎✨
This #TropicsDay we zoom in on palm oil production in Indonesia and Malaysia, both tropical countries.
This paper by @GCRF_TRADE_Hub researchers explores initiatives for more sustainable palm oil production.
Read 👉 https://t.co/qS9PhZgLmy
🌍 Green RWA: Turning concrete assets into climate solutions—naturally.
From solar farms powering communities 🌞 to sustainable forests storing carbon 🌳, green Real-World Assets channel investment into projects that heal the planet. Fact: $1 in green RWA can drive 3x more carbon reduction than traditional infrastructure 💰→🌎
💡 Why this matters: They bridge finance and nature—think wind farms creating jobs while cutting emissions, or blue carbon projects protecting coasts. It’s not just about saving the environment; it’s about building economies that thrive with it.
Tag a finance or eco-enthusiast 👇 and spread the word: #GreenRWA is the new currency of sustainable impact. 🌿✨
Let's celebrate #TropicsDay
Learn how coastal communities in The Gambia are helping the Government restore 2,000+ ha of mangroves with @FAO & @theGCF.
🌴Mangroves protect coastlines, provide habitat for fish🐟 and bird species & sustain livelihoods.
https://t.co/3m6q8Q9teJ
🌿 Nature-based Solutions: The silent heroes fixing our biggest challenges—naturally.
From mangroves shielding coasts from storms 🏝️ to urban trees cooling cities 🌳, these solutions harness ecosystems to tackle climate change, water scarcity, and more. Did you know? Restoring 1 hectare of wetlands can store as much carbon as 300+ trees 🌱💨
💡 Why it matters: They’re cost-effective, community-powered, and preserve biodiversity. Unlike concrete walls, nature heals while protecting—just ask the villages in Bangladesh whose mangrove forests saved lives during cyclones.
Tag a nature lover 👇 and share: #NatureBasedSolutions are the blueprint for a resilient future. 🌍✨
How do we ensure nature-based solutions deliver real impact on the ground?
This brief explores how policy, institutions, and monitoring systems—like the Regreening App—can strengthen forest and landscape restoration in Kenya.
Download a copy:🔗 https://t.co/beqSu5zlGI
#UKPACT@UKinKenya #TreesPeoplePlanet
🌍 Biodiversity isn’t just about the variety of life on Earth—it’s the very foundation of our survival.
From the bees that pollinate our crops 🌼 to the forests that purify our air 🌳, every species plays a vital role in maintaining ecosystems. When we lose one, the ripple effect threatens food chains, climate stability, and even medical breakthroughs (hello, life-saving drugs from plant compounds!).
💡 Fun fact: Over 70% of the world’s poor rely on biodiversity for their livelihoods. Protecting it isn’t just an environmental choice—it’s a matter of justice, health, and shared future.
Tag someone who needs to hear this, and let’s spread the word: #BiodiversityMatters 🌏✨
Bridging the gap in financing for tiger landscapes is crucial for a #FutureWithTigers.
With an exciting announcement tomorrow at #FFD4, learn more about how we’re catalyzing private sector investments into nature-positive businesses #ForPeopleForPlanet: https://t.co/tsz5F2FVUY
🌱 "Wetlands: Nature's original life-hackers – they filter water like a boss and store carbon like it's going out of style! 🌍💦
While we're busy buying pricey water filters, marshes have been doing the job for free since... well, forever. Oh, and they're basically Earth's air conditioners, keeping temperatures chill. Talk about overachieving ecosystems! 🌿🥶
#SwampGoals #NatureNinjaMoves"
🏞️ Droughts and floods are intensifying, putting not just people but entire economies at risk.
🌊 Investing in wetlands now prevents far greater costs in the future.
🌴If we want reliable water, we must protect the ecosystems that sustain it.
#DesertificationAndDroughtDay
🌿 "Green RWA: Turning carbon's 'bad breath' into Earth's fresh air playlist! 🌎🎵
Instead of letting CO₂ crash the atmosphere's party like a rude guest, real-world assets are serving as bouncers – converting emissions into tree armies and wind turbine symphonies. Now that's what we call a climate-friendly remix! 🌬️💨
#CarbonKaraoke #GreenRWAResonance"
Ozone protection efforts have contributed significantly to slowing climate change by avoiding an estimated 135 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent emissions from 1990 to 2010.
Explore more facts from @UNEPozone on ozone protection here: https://t.co/G3Ndorui97
♻️ "Green RWA just gave plastic trash a VIP ticket to Rehab City! 🌍✨
Instead of chilling in landfills like eternal couch potatoes, those pesky bottles are now 'upcycled' into solar panels – talk about a glow-up! Who knew real-world assets could turn plastic villains into climate heroes? 🌟
#PlasticToPower #GreenRWARevolution"
Say NO to plastic pollution! 🌍 Every plastic bag, bottle, and straw we refuse helps protect our oceans, wildlife, and future. Let's choose reusable, eco-friendly alternatives and take a stand for a cleaner, greener planet. ♻️🌱 #SayNoToPlastic#CCEAI_AFRICA#BeatPlasticPollution
🌵 "Dear Desert: Stop stealing Earth's green card! 🌍💨
When sand dunes start moonwalking across former grasslands, it's not a dance contest – it's climate saying 'Hey, where'd all the humidity go?' Let's plant trees like they're free Wi-Fi hotspots; Mother Nature needs more green 'followers'! 🌱✨
#DesertDrama #GreenRevolution"
🌍 "When it comes to saving water, even your morning coffee can be a climate hero! ☕
Skip that extra rinse, blame it on 'sustainable sipping' – Mother Nature will high-five your mug (and cut down on those awkward drought tweets). Let's make drops count, not just in the sink but in the climate chat! 🌱💧
#WaterWisdom #ClimateHumor"
🏥 Hospitals: Balancing Care & Planet 🌍
While saving lives, healthcare emits 4.4% of global CO₂. Let’s drive greener practices—from waste reduction to renewable energy—for healthier patients and a healthier Earth. 🌱♻️
#HealthcareSustainability#GreenHospitals
🇨🇳 Hospitals save lives — and in China, one is showing how they can help save the planet, too.
🌏 With support from @UNDP and @theGEF, over 2,200 public buildings across China are now on the path to net zero.
👉 Learn more: https://t.co/VuWIGUly9y
🚀 Innovation = Planet Protection 🌍
Tech like solar tech, AI-driven recycling, and carbon capture is turning challenges into solutions. Let’s innovate smarter—for a greener tomorrow! 🌱💡
#TechForGood#SustainableInnovation
What is the Great Green Wall?
An African-led initiative to re-green the Sahel and Horn of Africa, the #GreatGreenWall transforms lives through innovation, sustainable actions, and hope for a greener future.
Check out this infographic to learn more about the program.
#TreesPeoplePlanet
🌿 Energy Transition: Powering a Greener Future, One Switch at a Time 🌍
Ditching fossil fuels for renewables isn’t just about cutting emissions—it’s a lifeline for our planet:
🌬️ Wind & solar slash CO₂, slowing global warming & cleaning our air.
🌱 Reduced pollution protects ecosystems, from oceans to forests.
⚡ Innovation boom drives job growth in clean tech & sustainable design.
🚀 Why It Matters:
Avoid irreversible climate damage before it’s too late.
Secure energy independence for generations.
Prove economic growth & environmental health can coexist.
🌐 Join the Movement:
Support green policies: #InvestInRenewables
Embrace energy-efficient choices at home.
Demand leaders prioritize planet over profit.
The future is renewable—let’s power it together. 🌟💡
#EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #Sustainability
🌍Accelerating Africa's energy transition is crucial for global climate action. However, investments in renewable energy are predominantly concentrated in developed countries.
🏦💰In contrast, developing countries need approximately $1.7 trillion annually in renewable energy investments.
⚡As Africa’s key trading and investment partners, China and the European Union can play an important role in supporting the continent’s energy transition. Our newest article explains how: https://t.co/rhomfUlvWj
The latest @WMO report warns that global temperatures will reach new extremes in the next five years.
The good news: Our long term temperature goals can still be achieved.
Ambitious climate action isn't optional. It's essentialThe latest @WMO report warns that global temperatures will reach new extremes in the next five years.
The good news: Our long term temperature goals can still be achieved.
Ambitious climate action isn't optional. It's essentialThe latest @WMO report warns that global temperatures will reach new extremes in the next five years.
The good news: Our long term temperature goals can still be achieved.
Ambitious climate action isn't optional. It's essentialThe latest @WMO report warns that global temperatures will reach new extremes in the next five years.
The good news: Our long term temperature goals can still be achieved.
Ambitious climate action isn't optional. It's essentialThe latest @WMO report warns that global temperatures will reach new extremes in the next five years.
The good news: Our long term temperature goals can still be achieved.
Ambitious climate action isn't optional. It's essentialThe latest @WMO report warns that global temperatures will reach new extremes in the next five years.
The good news: Our long term temperature goals can still be achieved.
Ambitious climate action isn't optional. It's essential.
🌊 Rivers: The Lifelines Shaping Our Planet—And the Threats They Face 🌿
Rivers are more than just waterways; they’re ecosystems that sustain 10% of Earth’s species, fuel agriculture, and provide drinking water for billions. But pollution, over-extraction, and climate change are drying up their power:
🚯 Plastic & chemical runoff poison aquatic life.
🌵 Overdamming disrupts natural flows and biodiversity.
🔥 Climate change intensifies droughts & floods.
🌍 What You Can Do:
Reduce water waste at home.
Support initiatives to protect river basins (e.g., #SaveTheRivers).
Advocate for stricter industrial pollution regulations.
Healthy rivers = healthy planet. Let’s safeguard these vital lifelines. 🌟
#RiversMatter #WaterConservation #EnvironmentalAction
Rivers connect land to sea, carrying nutrients, life and now, plastic litter.
Once lifelines for communities and biodiversity, rivers are pathways for pollution.
With the right action, we can change course and #BeatPlasticPollution:
https://t.co/e2SY5xwAG5
🌍 Africa is home to 12 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies.
As climate shocks intensify, countries across the continent are choosing sustainable, resilient paths to growth.
📸 Explore how 3 nations are leading the way in our new photo story: https://t.co/HDGjIVruds
Understanding the life cycle of plastics from production to disposal is essential for devising effective strategies to #BeatPlasticPollution.
Ahead of #WorldEnvironmentDay, read this @UNEP story about how data is helping cities take action:
🟢https://t.co/oDtcfYfJ6X
🌟 Youth: The Catalysts Redefining Our Planet’s Future 🌟
Young people aren’t just the “future” of environmental action—they’re leading it now. Here’s how their impact ripples across the globe:
🌍 Grassroots Movements – From Fridays for Future to community cleanups, they’re mobilizing millions to demand systemic change.
♻️ Sustainable Lifestyles – Driving trends in zero-waste living, plant-based diets, and ethical consumption, reshaping markets.
💡 Innovative Solutions – Student-led startups are developing green tech (e.g., algae-based packaging, renewable energy apps).
🗳️ Vocal Advocacy – Using social media and policy pressure to hold leaders accountable for climate promises.
But let’s be clear: Their passion isn’t just idealism—it’s a response to a crisis they’ll inherit. Supporting youth-led initiatives, centering their voices, and investing in their ideas isn’t just “nice” – it’s critical for a livable planet.
Tag a young changemaker inspiring you today! 🌱✨
#YouthClimateAction #GenerationGreen #FutureLeaders
UNEP supports young people worldwide in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and living in harmony with nature.
Explore youth-focused initiatives across regions to shape a greener, more sustainable future. https://t.co/k7K0GeLwyi