Do you want to learn what Momentum for Change is all about? Watch this short video introduction narrated by Hollywood actor and climate champion Mark Ruffalo.
Momentum for Change is an initiative spearheaded by the UN Climate Change secretariat to shine a light on the enormous groundswell of activities underway across the globe that are moving the world toward a highly resilient, low-carbon future. Momentum for Change recognizes innovative and transformative solutions that address both climate change and wider economic, social and environmental challenges.
We call these solutions Lighthouse Activities. They're some of the most practical, scalable and replicable examples of what people, businesses, governments and industries are doing to tackle climate change.
The Latest from Momentum for Change
Here's what has been happening lately at Momentum for Change:
- Applications for the 2021 UN Global Climate Action Awards are open until 30 April. Learn more and apply now!
- Watch our 2020 virtual events including Awards Ceremony and get to know inspiring climate heroes.
- Check out our fully digital 2019 interactive annual report showcasing climate solutions recognized in 2019.
- Check out our fully digital 2018 interactive annual report showcasing climate solutions recognized in 2018.
- Listen to the Momentum for Change podcast
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Momentum for Change: Areas of Focus
Climate Leaders: recognizing transformational efforts by governments at any level (national, provincial, state, city, town) that are moving the needle on climate change.
Climate Neutral Now: recognizing efforts by individuals, companies and governments that are achieving real results in transitioning to climate neutrality.
Financing for Climate Friendly Investment: recognizing successful and innovative climate-smart activities. This focus area is implemented in partnership with the World Economic Forum Global Project on Climate Change.
Planetary Health: recognizing novel solutions that balance the need for both human health and a healthy planet, implemented with the generous support of the Rockefeller Foundation.
ICT Solutions: recognizing successful climate change activities in the field of information and communication technology. This focus area was implemented in partnership with the Global e-Sustainability Initiative in 2015 - 2017.
Urban Poor: recognizing climate action that improves the lives of impoverished people in urban communities. This focus area was implemented with the generous support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation from 2011-2015.
Women for Results: recognizing the critical leadership and participation of women in addressing climate change. This focus area is implemented in collaboration with Donors supporting the implementation of the UNFCCC Gender Action Plan.
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