News | 17 Aug, 2023
An insightful Group Discussion on 'Climate Change and its Impacts on DRR' was held at the Pakistan Expo on Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 in Islamabad. The experts and enthusiasts came together to delve into the critical intersection of climate change and disaster risk reduction. They agreed to…
Brochure | 2023
Ganges Energy brochure - Promoting sustainable energy transition in the Ganges River Basin
The brochure provides an overview of Nepal, India and Bangladesh energy mix and recommendations for improved energy integration among these countries, including the opportunity to utilise renewables such as solar and wind for more affordable and secure energy systems while maintaining the…
Story | 09 Jun, 2023
Forest Farm Producers in Nepal discussed to up-scale the best climate change adaptation practices
Local uptake of climate change adaptation measures and practices by forest farm producers in Nepal.
Story | 07 Jun, 2023
Energy-efficient solutions to reduce deforestation in Pakistan's Pine Forests
Promoting energy-efficient stoves and gasifiers to reduce deforestation in the highly degraded pine forest ecosystem in Pakistan.
News | 06 Jun, 2023
Observing the World Environment Day 2023 in Pakistan
On 5 June 2023, the global community came together to address one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time: plastic pollution. With the theme #BeatPlasticPollution," this year's World Environment Day served as a wake-up call for individuals, communities, businesses, and governments…
Story | 29 May, 2023
IUCN Director General visits Nepal to strengthen engagement with Members and Government
Between 1-4 March 2023, Dr Bruno Oberle, IUCN Director General , and Dr Grethel Aguilar, Deputy Director General (Regions), visited Nepal to strengthen the Union’s engagement with IUCN Members and the government. During the visit, they met with the Rt. Honourable Prime Minister of Nepal, Pushpa…
Blog | 23 May, 2023
On behalf of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), it is my great pleasure to extend my warmest greetings to all of you on this auspicious occasion of International Biodiversity Day 2023. As we come together to celebrate the remarkable diversity of life on our planet, it is…
Story | 18 May, 2023
Women-led initiative bringing sustainable economic and social development
Women-led turmeric production initiative in the Bungdal Community Forest of Nepal is a great example of how a small group of determined individuals collectively can bring about change in their community.
Story | 05 May, 2023
Western Balkan Officials on Nature-based Solutions Study Tour to Bonn
Four days of diverse, interesting, and interactive activities brought together decision-makers, practitioners, and policymakers from the Western Balkans and representatives from affiliated UN and government institutions to the City of Bonn to exchange and explore the role of Nature-based…
Story | 08 Mar, 2023
Empowering Women and Girls to Lead Climate Action: Gender and Climate Award announced in Pakistan
The Embassy of France and Agence française de développement (AFD), together with IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Pakistan Country Office, announced the winners of the first Pakistan Gender and Climate Awards to mark the International Women’s Day, under the patronage of…