During the event in Belém, important initiatives aimed at protecting people and ecosystems from the negative impacts of the climate crisis, as well as strengthening environmental justice and creating a sustainable future, were discussed.
In particular, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), together with partners, launched the "Food Waste Breakthrough" program, which aims to halve food losses by 2030, reduce methane emissions by 7%, and combat hunger.
UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen highlighted that "an unacceptable amount of food is lost in every country, both rich and poor." She emphasized that reducing food waste is a key factor in the fight against hunger and in lowering methane emissions.
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A new initiative supported by the Global Environment Facility will promote the development of national strategies for cities and countries to reduce food waste and methane emissions, as well as implement proven solutions in developing regions and strengthen international cooperation.
Inger Andersen also noted the importance of the water scarcity issue, stating that "almost 3 billion people suffer from water resource shortages, and 90% of natural disasters are related to water."
The water resources initiative for climate action, supported by UNEP, the World Meteorological Program, and the UN Economic Commission for Europe, aims to attract investments in nature-based solutions and integrated water resource management, especially in vulnerable regions.
