The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury Wastes Management in countries" presenting recent tools and projects on environmentally sound disposal of mercury-containing waste under both the @minamataconvention.bsky.social and the @brsconventions.bsky.social.

The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury reduction in artisanal gold mining using local knowledge and practical strategies - from data to action", exploring strategies to eliminate mercury use in ASGM through stakeholder engagement.

It's Day 5⃣ and the last day of #MinamataCOP6! Following six decisions adopted yesterday, the plenary will consider the remaining outcomes of contact groups & consultations, as well as the adoption of the remaining decisions. @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMinamataCOP6

#SaveTheDate: On Monday 17 November 2025, H.E. Ms. Ever Mlilo, Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe to @ungeneva.bsky.social and the Secretary General will share the outcomes of the #WetlandsCOP15. ⏳15:00 – 16:00 CET 📍Palais des Nations, Geneva – Room VIII contacts.ramsar.org/notification...

📣 #StateOfClimate Update 2025 is out now! The update combines consolidated data for the year 2024 with preliminary data for 2025 to date where available. Press release: https://bit.ly/3LoawS9 Full report: https://bit.ly/4qZR52q

At #MinamataCOP6 delegates adopted six decisions on: • trade in #mercury compounds • biodiversity • international cooperation • follow-up to the Gender Action Plan • supply sources and trade • dates and venue of #MinamataCOP7 Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con...

The GEN is at the event at #MinamataCOP6 delving into the experience of #Mexico in transitioning to #mercury-free chlor-alkali production.

The GEN is at the @gvagrad.bsky.social for a #MinamataCOP6 Special Event, "Detoxifying Cosmetics and Beauty Ideals: Where policy meets art", putting forward a powerful vision for ending mercury and colorism-fueled cosmetics. @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ graduateinstitute.ch/communicatio...

The GEN is at #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, organized by @unep.org Chemicals & Health Branch & #ISPCWP, exploring the power of data to support integrated chemicals management, learn from mercury success stories, and discover ideas in science-policy collaboration.

The GEN is at #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Advancing Gender-Inclusive Solutions in #ASGM", presenting projects in Bolivia, Ghana and Tanzania as they share tools, strategies, and stories of partnering with women miners to improve opportunities and working conditions.

The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab highlighting the importance of fostering the integration of chemicals pollution into #NBSAPs, as panelists share the latest tools and countries’ perspectives. 🟡 minamataconvention.org/en/meetings/...

6 November is the Int'l Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the #Environment in War & Armed Conflicts, reiterating that peace & the health of our planet are intertwined. #EnvConflictDay Learn how #GENeva helps ensure action on environment is part of ensuring peace ➡️ tiny.cc/GENEnvConflict

It's Day 4⃣ at #MinamataCOP6! After key decisions were agreed upon yesterday, parties will continue advancing work for the consideration of outcomes of contact groups, and the adoption of remaining decisions. @minamataconvention.bsky.social @enb.iisd.org ▶ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMinamataCOP6

In the lead up to the first Int'l Conference of the Global Framework on Chemicals, this high-level exchange at Palais des Nations gathers governments, philanthropies, industry leaders & int'l organizations to discuss advancing the goals of #GFC by investing through impact.

The GEN is at #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Detoxifying Cosmetics and Beauty Ideals", bringing global voices and solutions to reduce demand for mercury and skin lightening. ▶️ minamataconvention.org/en/meetings/...

#Live now! Launching the Women’s Caucus for @minamataconvention.bsky.social, this #MinamataCOP6 special event celebrates a historic step to ensure women’s experiences, expertise & leadership shape mercury & chemicals governance. ▶ tiny.cc/MinamataWome... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2Rr...

A full house at the #EnvironmentHouse, as @unep.org Deputy Exec. Director Elizabeth Mrema met the staff of MEAs and UNEP units and branches in #GENeva.

It's Day 3⃣ at #MinamataCOP6! With a full day ahead, delegates are expected to consider contact groups outcomes and continue advancing on agenda items, incl. matters for consideration or action by the COP & int'l cooperation & coordination. @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMin...

#Live now! Join this #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab focusing on #HumanRights of groups in vulnerable situations, the health impacts of mercury, and strategies for prevention & guidance to strengthen health systems. ▶️ tiny.cc/COP6KnowledgeLab4Nov25 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQoR...

The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Special Event of @planetgold.org on lessons learned & best practices from the cross-programmatic assessment of its first phase, as it addresses mercury pollution in #ASGM. @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ planetgold.org/planetgold-p...

On Day 2⃣ of #IGFAGM 2025, the GEN is at the plenary session, "Standards and Producing Countries: From impact to agency", which will address real-world impacts of standards on national governance, regulatory alignment & development priorities. ▶️ iisd.swoogo.com/igfagm/agenda

On Day 2⃣ of #IGFAGM 2025, the GEN is at the plenary session, "Standards and Producing Countries: From impact to agency", which will address real-world impacts of standards on national governance, regulatory alignment & development priorities. ▶️ iisd.swoogo.com/igfagm/agenda

It's Day 2⃣ at #MinamataCOP6!   Participants gather for regional meetings, as delegates delve into discussions on key items:   🟡 #ASGM 🟡 Mercury waste 🟡 Programme of work and budget 🟡 National reporting 🟡 Effectiveness evaluation 🟡 & more   ▶️ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMinam…

At #MinamataCOP6 Monday, delegates addressed the Convention’s financial mechanism and technical issues such as phaseout of dental amalgam, #mercury in #cosmetics, and mercury as catalyst in the production of vinyl chloride monomer Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con... @minamataconvention.bsky.social

As Day 1️⃣ of #MinamataCOP6 comes to a close, delegates gather for a reception offered by #Switzerland🇨🇭. @minamataconvention.bsky.social @bafu.admin.ch

📣 EN: Call for inputs for my next report to the United Nations Human Rights Council is open until 15 Dec on #Food systems (both #land & #ocean based), #ClimateChange and #HumanRights, including #CarbonMarkets 👉 www.ohchr.org/en/calls-for... @srenvironment.bsky.social

3 November is celebrated by many as #OneHealthDay. With an aim to prioritize #OneHealth in the global agenda, this campaign raises awareness for the need for #OneHealth collaborations & partnerships. Learn how #GENeva advances #OneHealth Approach ▶️ tiny.cc/OneHealthGEN

The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Special Event, "Driving effective and inclusive implementation of the @minamataconvention.bsky.social". will facilitate the exchange of experiences & actions in implementing the Convention to protect people and planet. 🟡 minamataconvention.org/en/events/dr...

On Day 1️⃣ of #MinamataCOP6, delegates and observers gather in plenary for the official opening of the 6th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to @minamataconvention.bsky.social, as they convene in #GENeva to #MakeMercuryHistory. 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBKu... ▶️ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMin...

It's Day 1⃣ of #MinamataCOP6! With over 1,000 participants expected to convene in #GENeva this week, discussions begin today to address key issues to #MakeMercuryHistory. @minamataconvention.bsky.social Find relevant info, special activities & events taking place ▶️ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMinamataCOP6

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 3-9 Nov? ✅ #MinamataCOP6 ✅ #IGFAGM ✅ #UNECE #Forest2025 ✅ #OneHealthDay ✅ #ClimateAction #COP30 ✅ ASEAN Declaration Right to #HealthyEnvironment ✅ #UNEA7 ✅ #GreenAutumn ✅ & more Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN3-9Nov25

#Live now! This #MinamataCOP6 special event underscores the importance of protecting Amazon from #mercury pollution threatening humans & environment. Join the discussion with expert voices & the screening of "Amazon, the New Minamata?". @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ tiny.cc/MinamataCOP6...

It's Day 0⃣ at #MinamataCOP6. Parties to the #MinamataConvention and stakeholders are convening in #GENeva to #MakeMercuryHistory. Find relevant info, special activities & events taking place ▶️ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMin...

With just a few days to #MinamataCOP6, join us on the eve of the meetings for a special event underscoring the importance of protecting Amazon from #mercury pollution that threatens to both human health & environment. @minamataconvention.bsky.social 📆 2 November, 17:30 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/MinamataCOP6...

31 October is #WorldCitiesDay! This year focuses on people-centered smart cities that advance innovation while considering both people & #environment. Learn how #GENeva helps build sustainable, climate-resilient #cities working in harmony with nature ▶️ tiny.cc/GENCitiesEnvironment

With just a few days to #MinamataCOP6, join us on the eve of the meetings for a special event underscoring the importance of protecting Amazon from #mercury pollution that threatens to both human health & environment. @minamataconvention.bsky.social 📆 2 November, 17:30 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/MinamataCOP6...

#Live now! With less than a month to the 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to #CITES taking place in Samarkand, #Uzbekistan, this briefing will provide updates on preparations and what to expect at #CITESCoP20. ▶️ tiny.cc/CITESCoP20Briefing 📹 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VLo...

Upcoming 📣 Next week, delegates at #MinamataCOP6 will address some challenges of eradicating #mercury exposure, such as trade control, waste management, and mercury use in cosmetics, dentistry, and industrial processes What to expect ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con... @minamataconvention.bsky.social

The 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to #CITES will take place in Samarkand, #Uzbekistan from 24 November to 5 December 2025. Join this briefing providing updates on preparations and what to expect at #CITESCoP20. 📆 29 October, 10:30 CET ▶️ tiny.cc/CITESCoP20Briefing

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 27 Oct - 2 Nov? ✅ #MinamataCOP6 ✅ #CITESCoP20 ✅ #ClimateAction #COP30 ✅ #DeepSeabedDay ✅ Outcomes #UNCTAD16 #WMO75 ✅ Honoring Sir David Nabarro ✅ #GreenAutumn ✅ & more Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN27Oct-2No...

NOW OUT: Guidelines on the Right to Peaceful Environmental Protest and Civil Disobedience 📝 A set of Guiding & Operational Principles for the effective protection of peaceful #EnvironmentalProtesters 👉 Full Guidelines (English): unece.org/sites/defaul... #UNECE #AarhusConvention

Today, SIT Study Abroad Int'l Studies & Multilateral Diplomacy students visited #EnvironmentHouse for an intro to #GENeva as a global hub for env't governance. Vibrant discussions ensued with Hannes Mac Nulty of GGKP on #GreenEconomy & Wondy Asnake of UNEP on #UNEA7.

24 October marks 80 years of the #UN. #UNDay is a reminder "to forge peace, tackle poverty & hunger, advance human rights & build a more sustainable world - together." Learn how #GENeva has contributed to environmental multilateralism over the years ▶️ tiny.cc/EnvironmentinGENeva

The GEN is at Day 2⃣ of the @tessforum.bsky.social Annual Conference on Trade, Climate & Sustainable Development for a session providing updates on trade-related initiatives on climate on the road to #COP30 & discuss ways to enhance cooperation. ▶ tcsdconference.org

The final panel on Day 1⃣ of the @TESSForum Annual Conference features national and regional perspectives for advancing cooperation on trade, climate change, and sustainable development — unpacking political realities and future prospects. ▶️ tcsdconference.org

At the lunch time session on Day 1⃣ of the @tessforum.bsky.social Annual Conference on Trade, Climate, and Sustainable Development, panelists take a deep dive into the landmark ruling #ICJAO on states' obligations to tackle climate change and its key implications for trade cooperation.

Day 1⃣ continues with a panel on Trade, industrial policies & the drive for net-zero and climate-resilient development, reflecting on challenges and opportunities associated with the growing use of green industrial policy to scale up innovation, promote competitiveness & more.

The GEN is at Day 1⃣ of the @tessforum.bsky.social Annual Conference on Trade, Climate & Sustainable Development, focusing on trade cooperation pathways for climate action, resilience & justice. ▶ tcsdconference.org

#Live now! This #UNCTAD16 parallel event will explore economic & environmental importance of biodiversity & circular business models, putting a spotlight on contributions of Changemakers in #SustainableTrade. ▶ tiny.cc/UNCTAD16Biot... 📺 webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1k...

At #UNCTAD16, the #UN Secretary-General António Guterres addresses delegates and observers at the dedicated plenary session. ▶️ unctad.org/unctad16/ple... 📺 webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1q...