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Climate Change

Introduction

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The UNECE region is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, responsible for 34% of the world’s CO2 emissions from fossil fuel combustion. The people of the region are increasingly feeling the impacts of climate change - from wildfires to flooding, heatwaves and drought.  

Through its norms, standards, conventions and policy assistance, UNECE provides practical tools to support countries in their climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts, to leverage financing, and to strengthen collaboration. 

In focus

 

UNECE @ COP28

 

The COP28 UN Climate Change Conference takes place from 30 November to 12 December 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It represents a vital opportunity for UNECE member States and all Parties worldwide to scale up commitments to deliver on the Paris Agreement. 

 

UNECE will be fully engaged at COP28 to support urgently-needed climate action.  See event details

 

Hot off the press: UNECE support for climate action

UNECE provides practical tools to support countries in their climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts, to leverage financing, and to strengthen collaboration.  

Explore resources in the new climate action brochure