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More investment needed to get global goals back on track, says UNCTAD chief

More investment needed to get global goals back on track, says UNCTAD chief

19 Jan 2023
At Davos forum, Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan calls for “true investments” to help a world in crisis keep the promise of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Hemp’s versatility and sustainability offer huge opportunities for developing countries

Hemp’s versatility and sustainability offer huge opportunities for developing countries

13 Dec 2022
A new UNCTAD report examines the plant’s economic, environmental and social potential
Project by UNCTAD port programme graduate saves fresh water in Malaysia

Project by UNCTAD port programme graduate saves fresh water in Malaysia

1 Dec 2022
A rainwater harvesting system proposed by Rabiah Nadir is helping Johor Port save fresh water, minimize chances of flooding and contribute to global goals.
COP27 forum underlines urgent need for more investment in climate action

COP27 forum underlines urgent need for more investment in climate action

11 Nov 2022
The event paved the way for the creation of a roadmap and global alliance to harness international trade and investment in the fight against climate change.
UN agencies at COP27 urge action to tackle impact of plastic on climate

UN agencies at COP27 urge action to tackle impact of plastic on climate

11 Nov 2022
Plastic waste has become a key driver of pollution across the world, overwhelming marine, terrestrial and aerial ecosystems.
Investment to tackle climate change falls amid global crises

Investment to tackle climate change falls amid global crises

27 Oct 2022
International investment projects addressing the climate crisis have dipped in the wake of global economic headwinds, stalling years of growing momentum.
Targeted policies needed to boost investment in climate change fight

Targeted policies needed to boost investment in climate change fight

30 Sep 2022
Attracting international private investment is crucial to closing financing gaps to better respond to countries’ specific needs in climate adaptation and mitigation.
Positioning partnerships in shipping decarbonization

Positioning partnerships in shipping decarbonization

15 Sep 2022
Written by: Mikael Lind and Wolfgang Lehmacher, Article No. 92 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°95 - Third Quarter 2022]
Why should we talk about a 'just and equitable' transition for shipping?

Why should we talk about a 'just and equitable' transition for shipping?

15 Sep 2022
Written by: Aly Shaw and Christiaan De Beukelaer, Article No. 93 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°96 - Third Quarter 2022]
Investment treaty regime needs reforms to support climate action

Investment treaty regime needs reforms to support climate action

6 Sep 2022
Reforms are essential to ensure investment treaties and associated investor-state disputes don’t hinder countries’ efforts to tackle climate change.