The "Partnerships for inclusive and sustainable digital development" Roundtable (SDGs 9 & 17) will be held hybrid on March 29, 2023 (15:00-18:00 CET) in Geneva and online. ITU and WMO co-organize

The "Partnerships for inclusive and sustainable digital development" Roundtable (SDGs 9 & 17) will be held hybrid on March 29, 2023 (15:00-18:00 CET) in Geneva and online. ITU and WMO co-organize it, supported by UNEP, UNIDO, UN Women.

This event addresses the critical link between green and digital transitions for the 2030 Agenda, aligning with UN Secretary-General António Guterres's call for digital cooperation and planet protection. It will offer policy recommendations for inclusive, green digital transformation, tackling connectivity barriers, and highlighting robust digital infrastructure for climate action. SDG 9 and 17 progress will be reviewed, emphasizing systemic development and ICT-environment collaboration.

Presenters: Kornelia Radics, Jaroslaw Ponder, Filipe Lucio.

Witness the unveiling of Countdown, a major global campaign to cut greenhouse gas emissions. TED has partnered with scientists, policy makers, organizations, activists and more to create an

Witness the unveiling of Countdown, a major global campaign to cut greenhouse gas emissions. TED has partnered with scientists, policy makers, organizations, activists and more to create an initiative that everyone in the world can be part of. Check out http://countdown.ted.com to learn how you can get involved — and help turn the tide on climate. [Note: there are two unusual features of this TED Talk. One, it's much longer than our normal, extending a full hour. Two, it's made up of contributions from more than a dozen people, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Al Gore, Katharine Hayhoe, Jimmy Kimmel and Yuval Noah Harari, among others. We're putting it out there because the topic deserves this kind of prominence.]

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UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a message to the WSIS +20 Forum High-Level Event 2024. This significant forum addresses key developments in the information society.

The

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a message to the WSIS +20 Forum High-Level Event 2024. This significant forum addresses key developments in the information society.

The official hashtag for the event is #wsis.

The Roundtable on SDG 9 and 17, "Partnerships for inclusive and sustainable digital development," will be held on March 29, 2023 (15:00-18:00 CET). This hybrid event, part of the UNECE Regional

The Roundtable on SDG 9 and 17, "Partnerships for inclusive and sustainable digital development," will be held on March 29, 2023 (15:00-18:00 CET). This hybrid event, part of the UNECE Regional Forum, takes place online and at WMO Premises in Geneva. It is co-organized by ITU and WMO, with contributions from UNEP, UNIDO, and UN Women.

Addressing green and digital transitions jointly is crucial for the 2030 Agenda, aligning with the UN Secretary-General's Roadmap for Digital Cooperation and the proposed Global Digital Compact. The roundtable will share policy recommendations for an inclusive, green digital transformation. It will examine internet connectivity barriers, the importance of robust digital infrastructure for climate action, and review progress on SDG 9 and 17 indicators, emphasizing systemic digital development and ICT-Environment collaboration.

Amid escalating climate emergencies and humanity's reliance on fossil fuels, this program, recorded at COP28, critically examines the global transition to clean energy. It addresses challenges and

Amid escalating climate emergencies and humanity's reliance on fossil fuels, this program, recorded at COP28, critically examines the global transition to clean energy. It addresses challenges and controversies, echoing UN Secretary-General António Guterres's dire warnings and the backdrop of geopolitical conflicts.

The discussion focuses on frontline activists, the needs of island nations, and international leadership in clean energy. Hosted by Raya Salter, with music by David Fesliyan and edited by Michael Barba.

For more information on our planet's state, visit the FacingFuture Library.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. The day's theme is "Empowering the least developed countries

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. The day's theme is "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

Observed on May 17, WTISD 2023 urges public and private sectors to pledge universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via ITU's Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more details, visit: itu.int/wtisd

The Voices of the Xingu project shares stories of those impacted by the Belo Monte Dam, under construction in the Brazilian Amazon.

This feature highlights Antônia Melo da Silva, the

The Voices of the Xingu project shares stories of those impacted by the Belo Monte Dam, under construction in the Brazilian Amazon.

This feature highlights Antônia Melo da Silva, the driving force behind the local Movement Xingu Alive Forever.

Learn more about Antônia and the Belo Monte Dam at www.amazonwatch.org.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23). Radio frequencies are the backbone of global communications, vital for education, healthcare, and

UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23). Radio frequencies are the backbone of global communications, vital for education, healthcare, and climate monitoring. Expanding services and bridging the digital divide are crucial for reducing inequalities and advancing Sustainable Development Goals.

The finite radio spectrum demands efficient, equitable, and coordinated use to prevent interference. WRC-23 is a critical platform for governments, the private sector, and academia to collaborate on fair regulation, fostering inclusive investment and innovation. This aligns with responsible technology use and outer space preservation for future generations.

Guterres urged participants to share the radio spectrum wisely to build a sustainable future for all.

For further information, please visit: www.itu.int