Climate Week NYC

The International Union for Conservation of Nature says it advanced its nature, ocean and climate agenda during the UN General Assembly and New York Climate Week. The organisation used the gatherings of world leaders, businesses and campaigners to press for stronger action on protecting ecosystems and oceans alongside emissions cuts. Details of specific commitments or outcomes were not given in the announcement.

Yale School of the Environment experts shared five main takeaways from Climate Week NYC, summarising key discussions on climate action held alongside the UN General Assembly. The school's roundup highlights what environmental scholars view as the most significant developments and priorities emerging from the annual New York gathering of policymakers, businesses and climate advocates.

Climate Week NYC has wrapped up, with coverage pointing to two major themes: the build-out of smart electricity grids and growing attention to ocean resilience. Businesses, governments and campaigners used the annual New York gathering to announce commitments and debate how to finance cleaner energy systems and protect marine ecosystems.