Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
Climate change is a real and undeniable threat to our entire civilization.The effects are already visible and will be catastrophic unless we act now. Through education, innovation and adherence to our climate commitments, we can make the necessary changes to protect the planet. These changes also provide huge opportunities to modernize our infrastructure which will create new jobs and promote greater prosperity across the globe.
Global Employers That Focus on Goal 13
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United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
The primary international organization addressing climate change. It hosts annual COP conferences where countries negotiate and collaborate on climate-related issues.
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Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
Assesses scientific information related to climate change and its impacts and provides policymakers with reports to guide climate-related decisions.
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Green Climate Fund
Helps developing countries in mitigating and adapting to climate change and provides financial assistance for projects and programs.
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World Meteorological Organization
Contributes to international cooperation in meteorology, climatology, hydrology, and related fields and plays a crucial role in monitoring and understanding climate change.
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World Bank – Climate Change Group
Supports developing countries in implementing climate-resilient and low-carbon development projects.
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Global Green Growth Institute
An international organization working to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth through green growth strategies.
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Climate Action Network
This is a network of over 1,300 NGOs working together to promote government and individual action to limit human-induced climate change and its impacts.
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World Wildlife Fund
A global conservation organization that works on various environmental issues, including climate change mitigation and adaptation.
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Greenpeace International
Greenpeace is known for its advocacy on environmental issues, including climate change. It engages in campaigns to raise awareness and influence policy decisions.
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Global Environment Facility
Provides financial support to projects that address global environmental issues, including climate change, in collaboration with various international partners.
TAKE ACTION TODAY
Find a Goal 13 charity you want to support. Any donation, big or small, makes a difference!
Recycle paper, glass, plastic, metal and old electronics.
Compost. Composting food scraps reduces climate impact while also recycling nutrients as rich soil for gardens.
Bike, walk or take public transport. Car share or save the car for trips when you are a group.
Choose reusable products. Use a reusable eco-bag for shopping and a reusable water bottle or a cup to reduce your plastic waste.
Buy eco-friendly products. Read the packaging to see if products are produced in eco-friendly, sustainable ways.
Consume less meat and be a vegetarian for one day each week. The meat production industry has a huge impact on the environment.
Reduce your use of paper. Avoid printing by using electronic devices or carriers. Don’t shop for pets! Adopt an animal from your local animal shelter.
Offset your carbon emissions. You can calculate your carbon footprint and purchase climate credits from Climate Neutral Now.
Stay informed. Follow your local news and stay in touch with the Global Goals online or on social media at @TheGlobalGoals.