Climate Change and Environmental Peace

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EU carbon credits could supercharge world’s clean cooking push, France says

The European Union’s plan to use international carbon credits to help meet its 2040 climate target could provide a “super solution” to accelerate the rollout of cleaner cooking technologies across the Global South, according to France’s top climate envoy . With the bloc set to become a “big investor” in carbon credits as a result […]
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Explainer: Will AI data centres make or break the energy transition?

For tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, the answer to the rocketing energy needs of artificial intelligence (AI) data centres is to launch them into space, where they could tap limitless energy from the sun. But until that happens, the places on Earth where these number-crunching mega-hubs are located face big spikes in electricity demand to run […]
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Africa’s mineral wealth can make it an architect of a more just energy transition

Mohamed Okash is the Founding Director of the Institute of Climate and Environment at SIMAD University in Somalia. A recent report by the African Finance Corp. suggests that Africa holds an approximate $29.5 trillion in mineral wealth. It is little wonder then that the continent is once again being courted for what lies beneath its soil.  […]

Sustainable Development and SDGs

Women, Peace and Security

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From Survival to the Future: What Everyday Adaptation in Ukraine Tells Us About Human Dignity

Everyday Adaptation as a Form of Knowledge When electricity disappears, ordinary infrastructure collapses into improvisation. Across social media, Ukrainians share videos of handmade stoves made from metal cans, clay candle heaters, and improvised cooking devices assembled from scarcely available materials. These are not experimental hobbies — they are responses to dire necessities for survival. “Kamforka-parties” […]
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What Does Feminist Peace Action Look Like in a World Shaped by War, Inequality and Crisis?

At a time when militarism is escalating, inequalities are deepening, and communities are facing overlapping crises, WILPF is choosing to tell a different story. Today, we are proud to launch our 2025 Annual Report, reimagined as a living 2026 calendar.  Instead of publishing a traditional report, we asked ourselves: What if our accountability could also […]

Author Info

Muhammad Atta ur Rehman

Chairman, Institute of International Peace Leaders (IIPL) Muhammad Atta ur Rehman is the Chairman of the Institute of International Peace Leaders (IIPL), a global think tank dedicated to promoting peace, sustainable development, climate action, and interfaith harmony. Under his leadership, IIPL has expanded its international footprint through global partnerships, youth leadership initiatives, and high-level diplomatic engagements. He has represented the organization at major international forums, including the UN World Summit on Social Development, and continues to work closely with governments, diplomats, civil society, and academic institutions to advance dialogue on human rights, peaceful coexistence, and global cooperation. As Chairman, he provides strategic direction, strengthens international collaborations, and guides IIPL’s mission to empower youth and communities as catalysts for peace and sustainable progress worldwide.

Features and Events

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United Nations Development Program – UNDP

UNDP – United Nations Development Program Global Sustainable Development in Action… This post features and salutes the essential work of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). UNDP is UN’s global development network promoting technical and investment cooperation among nations advocating for change; and connecting countries (and people) to knowledge, experience, and resources to assist in […]

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United Nations Institute for Training and Research

UNITAR – United Nations Institute for Training and Research UNITAR: Your Global Partners in Training and Research The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is a principal training arm of the UN, working in every world region. UNITAR was established in 1963 and seeks to empower individuals, governments, and organizations through knowledge and […]

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United Nations Research Institute for Social Development – UNRISD

UNRISD – United Nations Research Institute for Social Development Introducing the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD)… UNRISD is an autonomous research institute within the UN system that conducts interdisciplinary research/policy analysis on the social dimensions of contemporary development issues. Their work aims to ensure that social equity, inclusion and justice are central […]

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United Nations Habitat

UN Habitat UN-Habitat: For a Better Urban Future… UN-Habitat works in 90+ countries to promote transformative change in cities and human settlements through knowledge, policy advice, technical assistance and collaborative action. Their Strategic Plan is an integrated approach to solving the challenges and opportunities of twenty-first century cities and other human settlements. UN-Habitat’s vision of […]

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UN Human Rights

UNHR – United Nations Human Rights Introducing UN Human Rights… The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (UN Human Rights) is the leading UN entity on human rights. They represent the world’s commitment to the promotion and protection of the full range of human rights and freedoms set out in the Universal Declaration […]

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UN-Water: Global Partners in Water and Sanitation

UN Water UN-Water: Global Partners in Water and Sanitation UN-Water is dedicated exclusively to water and sustainably managing water and sanitation systems. Over 30 UN organizations carry out water and sanitation programs, reflecting that water issues run through all of UN’s main focus areas. UN-Water’s current focus is coordination of efforts between UN entities and […]

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UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

UNDRR – UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)… UNDRR has advocated for disaster risk prevention and preparedness for the last two decades. They bring governments, partners and communities together to reduce disaster risk and losses to ensure a safer, more sustainable future. UNDRR’s main objective is […]

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United Nations – UN Women

UN Women UN Women is the UN entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. A global champion for women and girls, UN Women was established to accelerate progress on meeting their needs worldwide. UN Women supports UN Member States as they set global standards for achieving gender equality, and works with governments […]