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- Each year, a staggering 8 million tons of plastic waste enters the world' oceans. By 2050, it is estimated that oceans will contain more plastic by weight than fish.
- This year's theme for World Environment Day (WED) encouraged all of us to rethink our everyday choices.
- As the deadline for achieving the UN's target to become climate neutral draws closer, the UN System has once again demonstrated its commitment to environmental sustainability.
- The whole UN system came together to celebrate World Environment Day (WED) the first week of June, pledging to #BeatPlasticPollution.
- UNFCU released its 2017 Sustainability Report (PDF) last week, highlighting the strong progress it is making towards its 2020 sustainability goals.
- Environmental degradation disproportionately impacts children, particularly in vulnerable communities.