After three months of consultations, the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee tasked with developing a legally binding instrument on #plastic pollution, including in the marine environment, elected Julio Cordano 🇨🇱 to serve as its new Chair Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/plastic-poll... #PlasticsTreaty

The #ISPCWP1 adjourned without agreeing to any decisions. The meeting will resume some time in the future to try again to operationalize the newest science-policy panel focused on #chemicals, #waste, and #pollution. Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i... #science #sustdev

It's Day 5⃣ of #ISPCWP1 in #GENeva! With much to tackle on the last day of negotiations, delegates and observers gather in CICG for regional and stakeholder meetings, before moving into contact group work and plenary. ▶️ tiny.cc/GENISPCWP1

Negotiations at #ISPCWP1 broke down Thursday A small group is trying to find a way forward, while others remain mired in debates on the rules of procedure, especially how to elect a Bureau Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i... #chemicals #pollution

Genève et l’environnement: une action collective au cœur du multilatéralisme - #GENeva and the Environment: Collective Action at the Heart of Multilateralism ➡️ www.tdg.ch/geneve-un-re...

After working into the night, delegates and observers return to CICG on Day 4⃣ of #ISPCWP1 to meet for regional and stakeholder meetings, as they prepare for the plenary scheduled this morning. ▶️ tiny.cc/GENISPCWP1

2026 is set to be another busy year for the #chemicals & #waste agenda. With key meetings & negotiations taking place this year, join the Chemicals & Waste Negotiations Briefing for updates. 🗓️ 12 February, 10:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN12Feb26 @brsconventions.bsky.social @minamataconvention.bsky.social

#Live now! On the occasion of the visit of Int'l Seabed Authority SG, join this #GENeva Dialogue on Minerals & Metals taking stock of outcomes of #ISA30 & providing information, perspectives & expectations ahead of first part of #ISA31. ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN4Feb26 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=YW65...

It's Day 3⃣ at #ISPCWP1! With plenary resuming today, delegates and stakeholders meet from early morning in regional and informal settings in preparation for another busy day of discussions to finalize the rules of procedure. ▶️ tiny.cc/GENISPCWP1

Want to dig deeper into Tuesday's talks at the first session of the plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution? Read the full Earth Negotiations Bulletin daily report ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i... #ISPCWP1

On the occasion of her visit to Geneva for #ISPCWP1, @unep.org Executive Director @ingerandersen.bsky.social held a town hall meeting this afternoon at the International #EnvironmentHouse with staff, consultants, and interns of UNEP and its #MEAs based in #GENeva.

Today, @gvagrad.bsky.social Exec. Education students visited #EnvironmentHouse for an intro on #GENeva as a global env't governance hub! Rich discussions were held w/ Josep Garí of @undp.org on #ParisAgreement & sustainable territories & Hassan Partow of @unep.org on disasters, conflicts & env't.

It's Day 2⃣ of #ISPCWP1! This morning, delegates and observers gather for regional and stakeholder meetings, in preparation for the expected contact group work today. ▶️ tiny.cc/GENISPCWP1

The first meeting of the newest science-policy panel already shows how far this new body must travel before its first report is published Hours were spent at #ISPCWP1 on how to elect the Chair, with the rest of the Bureau's membership still undecided ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i... #chemicals

2 February marks #WorldWetlandsDay! This year highlights that traditional knowledge remains essential in sustaining #wetlands ecosystems & preserving cultural identity. Explore aquatic spaces & renatured shores through #WWD2026 activities in #GENeva ▶️ tiny.cc/GENWetlandsD...

The first plenary session of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on #Chemicals, #Waste & #Pollution kicks off today in #GENeva. On Day 1⃣ of #ISPCWP1, delegates & observers gather at CICG for regional & stakeholder meetings before the opening. ▶️ tiny.cc/GENISPCWP1

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 2-8 Feb? ✅ #ISPCWP1 ✅ Int'l Seabed Authority SG Visit ✅ #PlasticsTreaty #INC5.3 ✅ Env't @ @who.int #EB158 ✅ #IPBES12 ✅ #UNECE IAN System Launch ✅ Towards 2026 UN #WaterConference ✅ & more Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN2-8Feb26

It’s day 0️⃣ at the first plenary session of the ISP-CWP #ISPCWP1 Ahead of the opening of the meeting on Monday 2 February, preparations are underway with regional groups and stakeholders meeting at CICG. ▶️ tiny.cc/GENISPCWP1

Upcoming 📣 The first meeting of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste, and Pollution will aim to finalize its rules of procedure It will also address policies for producing reports, and its conflict-of-interest policy enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i... #ISPCWP

Today, UNIGE Executive Students in Public Health visited Int'l #EnvironmentHouse. As part of GAHP module, rich exchanges took place with Tapi Nxele of @unep.org on issues of concern & Global Framework on Chemicals & @GENetwork on #GENeva as a global hub for env't governance.

#Live now! As misinformation & disinformation undermine global efforts to address the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis, join this event zooming in on challenges and solutions to prevent #disinformation in environmental policy making. ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN30Jan26 📺 youtube.com/watch?v=oHeghqjN2RA

Misinformation & disinformation pose severe global risks & undermine efforts to address the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis. Join the event highlighting challenges & solutions to prevent #disinformation in env't policymaking. 🗓️ 30 January, 11:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN30Jan26 @ciel.org @scientistscoa.bsky.social

The GEN is at the UN Global Seminar on Early Warning, Pollution Remediation & Env't Liability, where experts will discuss how to increase awareness on enhancing preparedness & response to technological & #Natech disasters. ▶️ unece.org/info/Environ... @wmo-global.bsky.social @undrr.bsky.social

On the occasion of the visit of International Seabed Authority SG Leticia Carvalho, join this #GENeva Dialogue on Minerals & Metals taking stock of outcomes of #ISA30 & providing information, perspectives & expectations ahead of first part of #ISA31. 📆 4 February, 13:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN4Feb26

#Live now! Join this dialogue on integrating a #JustTransition in the third generation of #NDCs for a reflection on how their implementation can foster decent work creation and social justice, grounded in social dialogue. ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN28Jan26 📹 www.youtube.com/watch?v=cot8...

This morning, the GEN held its annual meeting with #Switzerland on GEN's work programme. With a packed 2026 agenda, heartfelt thanks to Switzerland, @unep.org & partners for continuous support & look forward to continue serving the int'l environmental agenda in #GENeva & beyond. @bafu.admin.ch

#Live now! With #HRC61 commencing at the end of next month, join this info session with the GEN & partners highlighting #environment-related issues and activities at the upcoming UN Human Rights Council session. ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN27Jan26 📹 youtube.com/watch?v=jPNPMarzdQE

The 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council is taking place in #GENeva from 23 February to 2 April 2026. Join this info-sharing session to learn and share #environment-related activities & events at #HRC61. 📆 27 January, 10:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN27Jan26

26 January marks #CleanEnergyDay! To combat #ClimateChange, clean energy is vital to protect the planet and to ensure that no one is left behind. Learn how #GENeva is acting towards a #JustTransition to #CleanEnergy ▶️ tiny.cc/GENSustainbl...

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 26 Jan-1 Feb? ✅ Env't @ #HRC61 ✅ #DecentWork & #NDCs ✅ Preventing #Disinformation ✅ #EarlyWarningsForAll & #Natech ✅ #ISPCWP1 ✅ #UNWC2026 ✅ #CleanEnergyDay ✅ & more Check events #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN26Jan-1Fe...

❄️ During the cold winter months, #GENeva offers a variety of ways to enjoy your free time, whether indoors or outdoors. Explore the many opportunities to sustainably enjoy a #GreenWinter in Geneva▶️ tiny.cc/GENGreenWint...

Upcoming 📣 In early February, the first meeting of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on #Chemicals #Waste and Pollution will aim to finalize its rules of procedure, policies for producing reports, and its conflict-of-interest policy Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i... #ISPCWP

We can either invest into nature’s destruction or power its recovery. The new @unep.org State of Finance for Nature report shows that for every $1 the world invests in protecting nature, it spends $30 destroying it. Find out more: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

The GEN is at the Global Cities Hub webinar on what to expect from #multilateralism and cities in 2026, underscoring some of the most important multilateral issues for local and regional governments, including on climate and the #environment. ▶️ globalcitieshub.org/en/multilate...

Misinformation & disinformation pose severe global risks & undermine efforts to address the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis. Join the event highlighting challenges & solutions to prevent #disinformation in env't policymaking. 🗓️ 30 January, 11:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN30Jan26 @ciel.org @scientistscoa.bsky.social

Advancing #JustTransition towards sustainable economies & societies is key to meet climate goals & decent work. Join this dialogue on integrating just transition in #NDCs 3.0 & benefits of creating decent work & social justice. 🗓️ 28 January, 10:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN28Jan26 @bmz.de

This afternoon, SUIBE students visited the International #EnvironmentHouse for an intro on #GENeva as a global hub for env't governance! Lively discussions took place with Stavros Antoniadis of CITES on #WildlifeTrade and with Hannes MacNulty of GGKP on #GreenEconomy.

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 19-25 January? ✅ Global Risks Report #risks26 ✅ Env't @ #wef26 ✅ #HRC61 Preparations ✅ #Climate Updates ✅ #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty ✅ #GreenWinter ✅ & more Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN19-25Jan26

🎉15 DAYS TO GO! 🎉 First celebrated in 1997 and a United Nations International Day since 2022, #WorldWetlandsDay honours the beauty and value of wetlands. Details: www.worldwetlandsday.org #WorldWetlandsDay2026 #CelebratingWetlands #WWD2026 #WetlandsandCulture

17 January 2026 marks the entry into force of the #BBNJ Agreement or the #HighSeasTreaty, a landmark moment in advancing efforts to ensure the health of ocean ecosystems. Learn how International #GENeva is taking action for the #ocean ▶️ tiny.cc/GENOcean

The 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council is taking place in #GENeva from 23 February to 2 April 2026. Join this info-sharing session to learn and share #environment-related activities & events at #HRC61. 📆 27 January, 10:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN27Jan26

The GEN is at Palais des Nations for a high-level roundtable on "The Role of the Multilateralism in the Preservations of the Ocean: A #GENeva Perspective", towards greater cooperation on #ocean sustainability and the #BlueEconomy. ▶️ www.genevaenvironmentnetwork.org/events/the-r...

#Live now! Ahead of the #ISPCWP1 taking place in #GENeva from 2 to 6 February, join this pre-session briefing for an outlook on preparations, key documents & stakeholder perspectives. ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN14Jan26 📹 www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYca...

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 12-18 January? ✅ #ISPCWP1 Preparations ✅ #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty Entry into Force ✅ Committed to Carrying Out Mandates ✅ Championing for the Earth ✅ #GreenWinter ✅ & more Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN12-18Jan26

The 1st session of the Plenary of the ISP-CWP will take place in #GENeva from 2 to 6 February. Ahead of the #ISPCWP1, join this pre-session briefing for an outlook on preparations, key documents & stakeholder perspectives. 📅 14 January, 14:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN14Jan26

In preparation for a simulation of the #UN General Assembly by students of Collège de Candolle, the GEN provided a presentation on #GENeva as a global hub of international environmental governance, highlighting the importance of multilateral diplomacy at work.

Today, College of William and Mary students visited #EnvironmentHouse for an intro on #GENeva as a global hub for env't governance! Rich discussions took place with Nada Hanna on #AMR & #OneHealth, Fabien le François on climate, health & development & alumnus Kenneth Davis on his career journey.

The 1st session of the Plenary of the ISP-CWP will take place in #GENeva from 2 to 6 February. Ahead of the #ISPCWP1, join this pre-session briefing for an outlook on preparations, key documents & stakeholder perspectives. 📅 14 January, 14:00 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN14Jan26

The GEN is at the first of four Regional Webinars on Effective Stakeholder Engagement with #ISPCWP organized by @unitar.bsky.social with the support of #Switzerland, discussing engagement of national stakeholders in the work of the Panel & more. 📺 unitar.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 5-11 January? ✅ Happy 2026! ✅ 2026 & Global Environmental Agenda ✅ Upcoming GEN Events ✅ Upcoming Deadlines ✅ & more Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN5-11Jan26