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	ICC and UNEP Host Climate and Resource Efficiency Forum Paris, 23/24 October 2008 - As the world faces a rash of challenges needing global solutions from food shortages to financial market turbulence, more than 100 leaders from business, government and non-governmental organizations convened in Paris on 23-24 October for a climate change and resource efficiency forum.
	Children Raise US$ 21,000 for the Fight Against Climate Change New York, 26 October 2008 - In a ray of hope amid the current economic crisis, children from around the world have pulled together and raised US$21,000 for the fight against climate change.
	Young People Urge World Leaders to Combat Climate Change New York, 23 October 2008 - Nearly 90 per cent of young people across the globe think world leaders should do "whatever it takes" to tackle climate change. This is among the top findings of a new poll conducted on behalf of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
	World Food Security: The Challenges of Climate Change and Bioenergy Washington/Rome, 10 October 2008 - Climate change and bioenergy are the focus of this year's World Food Day activities, expected to involve over 150 countries. FAO celebrates World Food Day each year on 16 October, the day on which the Organization was founded in 1945
	German Government Invests $18 Million to Support Clean Energy and Climate Change Adaptation Nairobi, 3 October 2008– Germany today boosted its funding for the UN Environment Programme(UNEP) earmarking $18 million for the organization's work on clean energy and climate proofing vulnerable economies.
	Children Artists Join Forces with the UN to Combat Climate Change New York/Nairobi, 7 October 2008 - Young artists from around the world are lending their support to global efforts to combat climate change through Paint for the Planet, an exhibit and auction of children's art in New York.
	Clean Up the World Maps Communities Tackling Climate Change For the first time ever, communities worldwide taking action to protect the environment as part of the Clean Up the World Weekend, 19-21 September, will have the opportunity to plot their activities using a new online mapping function.
	Statement by Achim Steiner in Response to Tropical Storm Hanna, Hurricane Gustav and the Devastating Indian Floods 4 September 2008-Thousands are fleeing their homes in Haiti to avoid Tropical Storm Hanna, New Orleans was evacuated in advance of Hurricane Gustav and the displacement of two million people in northeast Indian due to the worst flood in 50 years
	UN Secretary-General calls for greater global leadership in tackling climate change 1 September 2008 - As the world focuses on devastating floods in India and the latest hurricane threat to the southern United States, the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for greater global leadership in tackling climate change, singling out the United States as having a particularly significant part to play.
	Rock and Jazz Festivals Tune into Climate Friendly Concerts Nairobi/Arendal, 21 July 2008 - Two top Norwegian music festivals are joining the international fight against climate change.
	Climate Challenge to Achieving the Millennium Development Goals in Africa African countries demonstrably require additional resources for adaptation since they are particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change and the growing risk of natural disasters.
	Forging African Strategies on Climate Change Adaptation The ultimate aim of climate adaptation is to protect vulnerable populations, economies and infrastructure throughout Africa.
	International Children's Painting Competition Focuses on Climate Change Nairobi, 17 July 2008-Climate Change:Our Challenge is the theme of the 18th International Children's Painting Competition, which was launched today by the United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP).
	"Kick the CO2 Habit" - UNEP Says It May Be Easier Than You Think Wellington/Nairobi, 5 June 2008 - Adopting a climate-friendly lifestyle needn't require drastic changes or major sacrifices.
	Climate Change will Erode the Foundations of Health Geneva, 7 April 2008 - Scientists tell us that the evidence the Earth is warming is "unequivocal."
	IPCC Author to strengthen Climate Change work at the UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre Cambridge, 29 February 2008-The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and California State University, Chico are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jeff Price as Senior Fellow for Climate Change
	Kicking the CO2 Habit at Climate Convention Meet Bali/Nairobi/Oslo/San Jose/Wellington, 12 December 2007 - The United Nations has become part of the growing worldwide effort to become climate neutral.
	Women Ministers Speak Out on Climate Change New York, 10 December 2007 - Generating solutions to the world's escalating climate change crisis hinges on women's leadership on all aspects of sustainable development
	Climate Change and Conflict - New Report Weighs the Risks and Pin Points Likely Hotspots Bali, 10 December 2007 - Combating climate change will be a central peace policy of the 21st century.
	Mainstream Renewable Energy Continues Double-digit Growth Bali/Nairobi, 6 December 2007 - In less than a decade since the Kyoto Protocol was adopted, renewable energy has evolved rapidly from an 'alternative' source of energy to a mainstream energy option
	Silver Lining to Climate Change - Green Jobs Bali/Nairobi, 6 December 2007 - As representatives from over 180 countries gather in Bali to map a post 2012 agreement,
	Climate Action for a Low Carbon Economy Bali/Nairobi, 3 December 2007 - A new book launched today in Bali is set to serve as key reading for businesses, governments and NGOs looking for a way to reduce their carbon emissions
	UNEP and WMO Panel Puts Final Full Stop Behind Risks and Rewards of Combating Climate Change Valencia, 17 November 2007 - The challenges and opportunities facing the world as a result of climate change have been distilled
	Business Leaders Call for Climate Action Geneva, 6 July 2007 - The chief executives of 153 companies worldwide have committed to speeding up action on climate change
	Environmental Degradation Triggering Tensions and Conflict in Sudan Geneva/Nairobi, 22 June 2007 - Investments in Management and Rehabilitation of Natural Resources Central to Conflict Resolution and Peace Building in Sudan Says UN Environment Programme
	Investors Flock to Renewable Energy and Efficiency Technologies Paris, 20 June 2007 - Climate change worries coupled with high oil prices and increasing government support top a set of drivers fueling soaring rates of investment in the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries, according to a trend analysis from the UN Environment Programme.
	G8 Climate Commitment and Africa Aid Package Mutually Supportive Says UNEP Head Nairobi, 9 June 2007 - The carbon markets could supplement the G8 aid package to Africa by billions of dollars the Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) said today.
	Financial Sector Calls on G8 to Back Deep Emission Reduction Targets to Avoid High Costs Caused by Global Warming Oslo/Nairobi, 5 June 2007 - Heads of more than 20 leading financial service companies are today calling on the G8 to back deep emission reduction targets on the eve of the summit in Heiligendamm.
	Fast Melting Glaciers from Rising Temperatures Expose Millions in Himalaya to Devastating Floods and Water Shortages Kathmandu/Bangkok, 5 June 2007 Kathmandu/Bangkok, 5 June 2007 - The rapid shrinking of Himalayan glaciers, accelerating at alarming rates in past decades as a result of global warming, will have catastrophic consequences for communities living downstream and millions who rely on glacial melt water, a new report says.
	Melting Ice-A Hot Topic? New UNEP Report Shows Just How Hot It's Getting Tromso/Nairobi, 4 June 2007 - The futures of hundreds of millions of people across the world will be affected by declines in snow cover, sea ice, glaciers, permafrost and lake ice a new and unique report launched to mark World Environment Day (WED) says.
	Three Climate Friendly Projects Short-Listed for UNEP Sasakawa Prize 2007 Tromso/Nairobi, 4 June 2007 - The short-list for the prestigious UNEP Sasakawa Prize was announced today on the occasion of World Environment Day (WED) in Norway.
	Making Climate Change Work for Africa The Clean Development Mechanism of the Kyoto Protocol is set to channel $100 billion of funds to developing countries for clean and renewable energy projects as well as certain kinds of forestry. A conference in South Africa taking place 28-30 May and involving UNEP is aimed at boosting Africa's access to such funds.
	The 2010 Climate Challenge 22 May 2007 - Article by Achim Steiner, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director, United Nations Environment Programme on climate change and biodiversity for International Biodiversity Day 22 May 2007.
	IPCC confirms that cost-effective policies and technologies could greatly reduce global warming Bangkok, 4 May 2007- A new assessment by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) concludes that the world community could slow and then reduce global emissions of greenhouse
	Europe set for warmer northern winters, hotter southern summers and worsening droughts and floods Geneva, 10 April 2007 - IPCC report also highlights effective measures for adapting to the expected impacts of climate change
	Millions at Risk of Hunger and Water Stress in Asia Unless Global Greenhouse Emissions Cut New Delhi/Bangkok, 10 April 2007 –Food and water shortages are likely to increase in Asia unless action is taken to curb the rise in greenhouse gases according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Increasing temperatures and extreme weather patterns are already taking their toll on crop yields which are declining in many parts of the Continent.
	Climate Proofing Small Islands Opportunity to Meet Development Goals 10 April, 2007 - Small islands are very much in the front-line of climate change with its impacts on people, economies, tourism income and ecosystems likely to be severe according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
	Adaptation to Climate Change Key Challenge for Arctic Peoples and Arctic Economy 10 April 2007 - Dramatic changes to the lives and livelihoods of Arctic-living communities are being forecast unless urgent action is taken to reduce greenhouse gases, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
	Climate Proofing Africa Key Challenge for the Continent Nairobi, 10 April 2007 - Africa requires urgent assistance to adapt to climate change and action by industrialized countries to deliver deep cuts in emissions if the Continent and its people are to thrive in the 21st century.
	Climate Proofing North American Cities and Communities Key Challenge for 21st Century 10 April 2007 - Escalating tensions between water users are among the key challenges facing North America says the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
	Climate Change Hits Hard on Latin America and the Caribbean Brussels, 6 April 2007. The intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has finalized its assessment of present and future impacts of climate change, and concluded that the world’s rivers, lakes, wildlife, glaciers, coastal zones and many other elements of the natural and physical environment are showing the discernable effects of human-caused global warning.
	IPCC outlines strategies for responding to the impacts of human-caused climate change Brussels, 6 April 2007 – The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has finalized a new report that assesses the current and future impacts of global warming and explores opportunities for proactively adapting to them.
	Buildings Can Play a Key Role in Combating Climate Change Oslo, 29 March 2007 – Significant gains can be made in efforts to combat global warming by reducing energy use and improving energy efficiency in buildings.
	Evidence of Human-caused Global Warming “Unequivocal”, says IPCC Paris, 2 February 2007 – The first major global assessment of climate change science in six years has concluded that changes in the atmosphere, the oceans and glaciers and ice caps show unequivocally that the world is warming.