UN Special Envoy for the Ocean, Peter Thomson, stresses the fundamental connection between a healthy ocean and a healthy planet. He asserts that a thriving planetary ecosystem is unattainable

UN Special Envoy for the Ocean, Peter Thomson, stresses the fundamental connection between a healthy ocean and a healthy planet. He asserts that a thriving planetary ecosystem is unattainable without a robust ocean ecosystem.

Thomson calls upon countries, companies, and individuals to significantly reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. This urgent appeal supports SDG 14, "Life Below Water," and the global movement to #SaveOurOcean.

On December 10, 2019, IPCC head Hoesung Lee and UN Special Envoy for the Ocean Peter Thomson discussed the IPCC’s recent report on the ocean and cryosphere. This meeting took place at the SDG

On December 10, 2019, IPCC head Hoesung Lee and UN Special Envoy for the Ocean Peter Thomson discussed the IPCC’s recent report on the ocean and cryosphere. This meeting took place at the SDG Pavilion during COP25 in Madrid.

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Understanding consumer behavior and attitudes regarding sustainability and health/wellness is a continuous process. Gaining insights into these evolving areas is crucial for informed

Understanding consumer behavior and attitudes regarding sustainability and health/wellness is a continuous process. Gaining insights into these evolving areas is crucial for informed decision-making.

Listen to expert perspectives from Peter Salmon of Moxie Design (New Zealand), Guy Champniss of Havas Media, and Chris Coulter of Globescan. They will share valuable insights on this dynamic landscape.

At Talks at Google, Peter Kohler (The Plastic Tide) and Dr. Stefan Leutenegger (Imperial College London) discuss the escalating ocean plastic crisis. They highlight how plastic threatens a vital

At Talks at Google, Peter Kohler (The Plastic Tide) and Dr. Stefan Leutenegger (Imperial College London) discuss the escalating ocean plastic crisis. They highlight how plastic threatens a vital $5 trillion economic resource and humanity's life support.

The Plastic Tide initiative quantifies this problem using drone imagery and machine learning. Their work involves a vast drone imagery database and a deep-learning algorithm for plastic detection and geo-referenced mapping.

The speakers will present early results, related research, and future strategies to limit ocean plastic. Learn more about their efforts at The Plastic Tide.

UNDESA, in collaboration with the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, Ambassador Peter Thomson, hosted a webinar on November 10 (9-11 AM EST). The event aimed to mobilize public

UNDESA, in collaboration with the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, Ambassador Peter Thomson, hosted a webinar on November 10 (9-11 AM EST). The event aimed to mobilize public and private sector resources for SDG14 implementation, strategically integrate the ocean-climate link into investment decisions, and share innovative financing tools.

The webinar featured an opening segment and a high-level panel discussion, moderated by Ambassador Thomson. Welcome remarks were delivered by the Permanent Representatives of Kenya and Portugal, co-hosts of the 2020 Ocean Conference, alongside senior UN officials including Mr. Liu Zhenmin and Miguel de Serpa Soares.

We've reached a significant milestone, removing over 50,000,000 kg of trash from rivers and oceans globally.

Our Field Ocean Scientist, Peter Puskic, will help visualize the immense scale

We've reached a significant milestone, removing over 50,000,000 kg of trash from rivers and oceans globally.

Our Field Ocean Scientist, Peter Puskic, will help visualize the immense scale of this accomplishment.

Tora Fisher is a New York-based singer-songwriter and performance artist. Her father founded the Fisher House Foundation,

Tora Fisher is a New York-based singer-songwriter and performance artist. Her father founded the Fisher House Foundation, a network of comfort homes for military families. Tora developed a keen interest in both the arts and this philanthropic work.

At 13, Tora was the sole survivor of a plane crash that killed her father and stepmother. Music and performance aided her recovery and pursuit of her dreams as a recording artist. She now supports the Fisher House Foundation by donating proceeds from her CDs.

As Tora aptly puts it, "it's not about what happened to me; it's about what's happening."

Italian singer-songwriter Elisa partners with FAO to commemorate International Day of Forests and World Water Day 2026. She emphasizes that forests and water are deeply personal issues, not merely

Italian singer-songwriter Elisa partners with FAO to commemorate International Day of Forests and World Water Day 2026. She emphasizes that forests and water are deeply personal issues, not merely environmental concerns, reflecting on nature's healing power and its influence on her music and message.

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Peter Pham, an organizer with Turnout4Transit, champions environmental and transit justice. Motivated by a two-hour bus commute to community college, he advocates for improved public transit in

Peter Pham, an organizer with Turnout4Transit, champions environmental and transit justice. Motivated by a two-hour bus commute to community college, he advocates for improved public transit in the San Jose metropolitan region, aiming to reduce emissions, ease congestion, and increase access to opportunities.

Pham recently helped pass a three-county ballot measure generating $100 million for rail services. Despite pandemic-related revenue decreases, he also successfully pushed the Santa Clara transit agency to limit bus service cuts, ensuring continued access for underserved communities.

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Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability is increasingly questioned due to environmental impacts, resource scarcity, and its failure to significantly improve happiness, eliminate poverty, or create full employment.

A simulation model of the Canadian economy demonstrates that full employment, poverty eradication, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and fiscal balance are achievable without economic growth. Victor advocates shifting focus from growth to specific objectives directly related to human and planetary well-being.