Join the global movement for sustainable lifestyles
UN Environment, UnSchool and thousands of individuals are amplifying calls to action for sustainable lifestyles globally, through the digital challenge “15 Ways in 15 Days.” The challenge outlines everyday lifestyle swaps that individuals can make to support the growing shift toward global sustainable living. UN Environment, a partner in the Sustainable Lifestyles and Education Programme (co-led by SEI), […]
We must understand the culture of wildlife consumption to stop future pandemics
As I learned while living in rural Lao PDR, trade in and consumption of wildlife is usually based on necessity or belief. So strict controls alone won’t work – measures must take account of culture, behaviour and awareness. Is wildlife consumption to blame for COVID-19? The consumption of wild animals is nothing new, and very common […]