The 2024 winners of the RELX Environmental Challenge, which supports innovative solutions to advance SDG 6 Clean water and sanitation, have been announced.
An exclusive whitepaper produced for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) by Digital Tourism Think Tank (DTTT) has highlighted that only 15% of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to tourism are on track to be achieved by 2030 according to the body, underscoring the need for more action to be taken across the sector.
World Radio Day 2025: Celebrating Radio's Legacy and Future Impact
Observed annually on February 13, World Radio Day honors radio’s unique role in bridging communities, disseminating information, and fostering social engagement. Established by UNESCO in 2011, this day underscores radio’s power to reach diverse audiences worldwide, serving as a medium for education, connection, and public safety. World Radio Day celebrates radio’s enduring significance and adaptability in an evolving digital landscape.
World Wildlife Day 2025: Celebrating Biodiversity and Conservation
Observed annually on March 3, World Wildlife Day raises global awareness of the world’s wild flora and fauna. Established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2013, the day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 1973. World Wildlife Day celebrates the intrinsic value of wildlife and its critical contributions to biodiversity, ecosystem health, and human well-being.
In November, 197 countries plus the European Union will convene in Baku, Azerbaijan for the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change or COP29. COP29 will bring together world leaders to assess global efforts to advance the Paris Agreement and limit global warming to 1.5°C.
The RELX Environmental Challenge 2024 shortlist has been announced and features four innovative projects that provide sustainable access to safe water and improved sanitation.