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Mitigation

UNEP takes a multifaceted approach towards climate change mitigation in its efforts to help countries move towards a low-carbon and resilient future. 

UNEP promotes cost-effective and available solutions to cut emissions from the energy systems, industry, buildings, transport, agriculture and other land use sectors to help close the emissions gap.

Mitigation can mean using new technologies and renewable energies, making older equipment more energy efficient, or changing consumer behaviour. It can be as complex as a plan for a new city, or as a simple as improving a cook stove design. Efforts around the world range from halting and reversing deforestation, high-tech subway systems to cycle paths.

Partners, collaborating centers and networks

The work on climate mitigation cuts across a number of initiatives, partnerships and other key entities.

Contact

Energy and Climate Branch

Last updated: 27 May 2025, 16:39