UN Environment Programme in Asia Pacific

Welcome Alok as UNEP’s newest Goodwill Ambassador!

So exciting to see music, culture and environmental action come together in this way.

Alok is already helping bring people into the movement through this year’s World Environment Day dance challenge — and will now use his platform to further amplify Indigenous voices and inspire action for the planet.

More here: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/grammy-nominated-brazilian-musician-alok-named-unep-global-goodwill

Solar power is one of the most affordable sources of energy in many parts of the world.

As costs have fallen, deployment has surged. And that shift is unlocking others.

From electric vehicles to cleaner industries, one breakthrough is accelerating another.

This is how momentum builds.

Find out more: https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/

🌍 This , join UN Environment Programme’s Global Limbo Dance Challenge.

This World Environment Day, we’re dancing for our planet — and inviting people everywhere to send a signal for faster climate solutions and lower emissions.

There are two ways to join:

1️⃣: Do the limbo
Find a pole, branch or arm, limbo with your crew, and post your video using . Tag and challenge three friends to join.

2️⃣: Make a dance cover
Learn the official choreography, dance to “Deep Down” by Alok, and make it your own. Post your video, use , tag , and challenge others to take part.

For those in Bangkok, UNEP will also host a community dance activity at:

📍 Aerobic Stage, Lumphini Park
🗓️ Friday, 5 June 2026
🕔 5:00 PM onwards

🔗 Get involved – How low can we go?: https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/2026/get-involved/ClimateDance

Get low for climate.

“I live in India where 45°C days are the new normal. They may be coming your way soon.”

Extreme heat is already affecting millions of people — and cities are on the frontlines.

Ahead of , UN Environment Programme India Head, Balakrishna Pisupati, shares why sustainable cooling solutions are essential to protect people, reduce emissions and build more resilient cities.

Read more: https://unep.org/news-and-stories/opinion/i-live-india-where-45degc-days-are-new-normal-they-may-be-coming-your-way

Buildings shape how we live, work and stay safe in a changing climate.

But the sector remains off track — accounting for 37% of global emissions and nearly half of global material extraction.

The new Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction 2025–2026 by UNEP and the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction finds that despite a decade of progress, construction is still outpacing climate action.

As cities grow and climate risks rise, we must rethink how we build — for lower emissions, more resilient communities and better lives for all.

Read the report: https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/49531

Buildings account for 37% of global emissions.

Yet climate-smart construction can help lower energy bills, improve living conditions and make homes more resilient.

A new UN Environment Programme and GlobalABC report warns that progress on decarbonising buildings is moving too slowly — even as climate action in the sector becomes increasingly urgent.

Read more: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/climate-action-key-affordable-housing-buildings-decarbonisation

Surat, India, is one of the world’s fastest-growing coastal cities — and it is already facing the impacts of climate change.

Heavier rainfall, rising sea levels and growing flood risks are putting communities and infrastructure under pressure.

Through the Dumas Sea Wall Project, local authorities are strengthening coastal defences to help protect people and build resilience in a warming world.

Ahead of , learn how Surat is bracing for climate change: