Other meetings & events

The commemoration of the International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms will take place at United Nations Headquarters in New York under the theme “From Source to Impact: Protecting Land and Life from Sand and Dust Storms.” The event will bring together Member States, United Nations entities, regional and international organizations and stakeholders to exchange experiences and discuss practical actions to address the root causes and far-reaching impacts of sand and dust storms. Discussions will focus on implementation of relevant UN resolutions and the UN Decade on Combating Sand and Dust Storms, with attention to early warning systems, sustainable land management, scientific cooperation, capacity-building and support for affected countries.

Under the auspices of ECOSOC and the theme “Transformative, equitable, innovative and coordinated actions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs for a sustainable future for all,” the Forums will undertake an in-depth review of Sustainable Development Goals 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 9 (Industry Innovation and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Learn more. 

This webinar aims to raise awareness of the GLO’s key messages, connect them to on-the-ground examples and global initiatives, and explore how global policy processes can benefit from and reinforce this integrated perspective.

The event will harness the global hub's unparalleled ecosystem of climate and non-climate organizations to accelerate global climate action and support London role as a global climate leader.  Learn more.

The Republic of Azerbaijan is hosting this year's World Environment Day in Baku, uniting the world around urgent action on climate change.“Like almost every corner of the Earth, Azerbaijan is facing the devastating impacts of climate change and environmental degradation. To fend off these challenges, World Environment Day fills the world with millions of reasons for hope,” said Mukhtar Babayev, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Azerbaijan.World Environment Day is the United Nations’ largest global platform for environmental engagement, inspiring awareness and action since its establishment by the UN General Assembly in 1972. Each year, it mobilizes millions of people across more than 150 countries to participate in activities and events aimed at accelerating progress for people and planet.With Azerbaijan as host, the 2026 edition will spotlight the climate crisis and solutions that deliver a safer, more resilient, and sustainable future. Building on its role as host of the landmark UN Climate Change Conference in 2024, Azerbaijan is investing in renewable energy, expanding forests, and advancing zero-waste initiatives—making it a natural partner for this global mobilization.