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How developing countries are taking climate action forward
From the forests of Ecuador to the farms of Nigeria to the city halls of Viet Nam, countries made important strides on climate action in 2025.
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How developing countries are taking climate action forward
Photo: UNDP Nigeria
Photo Stories
How locally led adaptation is shaping a climate-resilient future
Locally led innovations empower communities globally to build lasting resilience to the climate crisis.
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Four people standing on a mountain rock observe the view of land in Tanzania.
Photo: Phil Kabuje / UNDP Tanzania
Blog Posts
“We're redefining India's massive agricultural waste into a resource” – An interview with Sanvi Bhutani
Sanvi Bhutani and Sarthak Ahuja are transforming India’s agricultural waste into sustainable building materials with Harwaste.
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Sanvi Bhutani (right) and Sarthak Ahuja (left) are the founders of Harwaste, a project that upcycles agricultural residue into sustainable construction materials. Photo credit: Harwaste
Sanvi Bhutani (right) and Sarthak Ahuja (left) are the founders of Harwaste, a project that upcycles agricultural residue into sustainable construction materials. Photo credit: Harwaste
News
New video series by UN Development Programme presents climate solutions from 12 countries
Climate Action Explained takes viewers on a world tour that proves meaningful climate action is possible.
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