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At #IPBES12 there is a lot of interest in working on pollution, but delegates agreed not to add it to the workload just yet
On the Business and Biodiversity Assessment delegates made progress, reaching the end of the Summary for Policymakers key messages
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@ipbes.net
On the Business and Biodiversity Assessment delegates made progress, reaching the end of the Summary for Policymakers key messages
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@ipbes.net
February 5, 2026 at 10:21 PM
At #IPBES12 there is a lot of interest in working on pollution, but delegates agreed not to add it to the workload just yet
On the Business and Biodiversity Assessment delegates made progress, reaching the end of the Summary for Policymakers key messages
➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
@ipbes.net
On the Business and Biodiversity Assessment delegates made progress, reaching the end of the Summary for Policymakers key messages
➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
@ipbes.net
Negotiations at #ISPCWP1 broke down Thursday
A small group is trying to find a way forward, while others remain mired in debates on the rules of procedure, especially how to elect a Bureau
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#chemicals #pollution
A small group is trying to find a way forward, while others remain mired in debates on the rules of procedure, especially how to elect a Bureau
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#chemicals #pollution
February 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Negotiations at #ISPCWP1 broke down Thursday
A small group is trying to find a way forward, while others remain mired in debates on the rules of procedure, especially how to elect a Bureau
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i...
#chemicals #pollution
A small group is trying to find a way forward, while others remain mired in debates on the rules of procedure, especially how to elect a Bureau
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i...
#chemicals #pollution
At #IPBES12, the @ipbes.net Secretariat provides an overview of possible deliverable formats, which differ in terms of author numbers, length, preparation timelines, costs, & finalization procedures
Members emphasize the importance of fostering the uptake of #IPBES products
Members emphasize the importance of fostering the uptake of #IPBES products
February 5, 2026 at 2:39 PM
At #IPBES12, the @ipbes.net Secretariat provides an overview of possible deliverable formats, which differ in terms of author numbers, length, preparation timelines, costs, & finalization procedures
Members emphasize the importance of fostering the uptake of #IPBES products
Members emphasize the importance of fostering the uptake of #IPBES products
Multilateral environmental negotiations are not happening in a vacuum
@ipbes.net delegates are keeping an eye out on developments in other fora, including the new @unep.org Science-Policy Panel for Chemicals, Waste, and Pollution, and the @ipcc.bsky.social
@ipbes.net delegates are keeping an eye out on developments in other fora, including the new @unep.org Science-Policy Panel for Chemicals, Waste, and Pollution, and the @ipcc.bsky.social
At #IPBES12, delegates are reflecting on additional topics to potentially consider in the context of the @ipbes.net rolling workp rogramme up to 2030, with priority candidates being: pollution; poverty; cities; and climate change
February 5, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Multilateral environmental negotiations are not happening in a vacuum
@ipbes.net delegates are keeping an eye out on developments in other fora, including the new @unep.org Science-Policy Panel for Chemicals, Waste, and Pollution, and the @ipcc.bsky.social
@ipbes.net delegates are keeping an eye out on developments in other fora, including the new @unep.org Science-Policy Panel for Chemicals, Waste, and Pollution, and the @ipcc.bsky.social
At #IPBES12, delegates are reflecting on additional topics to potentially consider in the context of the @ipbes.net rolling workp rogramme up to 2030, with priority candidates being: pollution; poverty; cities; and climate change
February 5, 2026 at 2:29 PM
At #IPBES12, delegates are reflecting on additional topics to potentially consider in the context of the @ipbes.net rolling workp rogramme up to 2030, with priority candidates being: pollution; poverty; cities; and climate change
Lots of iconic visuals are being paraded around @ipbes.net meetings, which is great to brush up on the importance of species diversity🐿️🦅🦋🦫
February 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Lots of iconic visuals are being paraded around @ipbes.net meetings, which is great to brush up on the importance of species diversity🐿️🦅🦋🦫
Wanna pick your favorite among the stickers that @ipbes.net delegates are sporting on their laptops?
We’re leaning towards the sloth (with a big no no on the spider—can’t help it!) #IPBES12
We’re leaning towards the sloth (with a big no no on the spider—can’t help it!) #IPBES12
February 5, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Wanna pick your favorite among the stickers that @ipbes.net delegates are sporting on their laptops?
We’re leaning towards the sloth (with a big no no on the spider—can’t help it!) #IPBES12
We’re leaning towards the sloth (with a big no no on the spider—can’t help it!) #IPBES12
While there is some progress in the rules of procedure, many called it "an illusion," since the main issues are unresolved.
A motion to use UNEA rules to speed up progress has sparked debate.
The goal is to set up a functional @unep.org science-policy panel for chemicals, waste & pollution
A motion to use UNEA rules to speed up progress has sparked debate.
The goal is to set up a functional @unep.org science-policy panel for chemicals, waste & pollution
February 5, 2026 at 10:49 AM
While there is some progress in the rules of procedure, many called it "an illusion," since the main issues are unresolved.
A motion to use UNEA rules to speed up progress has sparked debate.
The goal is to set up a functional @unep.org science-policy panel for chemicals, waste & pollution
A motion to use UNEA rules to speed up progress has sparked debate.
The goal is to set up a functional @unep.org science-policy panel for chemicals, waste & pollution
Negotiations on the Business and Biodiversity Assessment at #IPBES12 advanced at a slow pace, necessitating an additional evening session
Working Group 2, by contrast, made swift progress, reaching agreement on all workplans for 2026-27
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#IPBES
Working Group 2, by contrast, made swift progress, reaching agreement on all workplans for 2026-27
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#IPBES
February 5, 2026 at 3:15 AM
Negotiations on the Business and Biodiversity Assessment at #IPBES12 advanced at a slow pace, necessitating an additional evening session
Working Group 2, by contrast, made swift progress, reaching agreement on all workplans for 2026-27
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
#IPBES
Working Group 2, by contrast, made swift progress, reaching agreement on all workplans for 2026-27
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
#IPBES
At #ISPCWP1, delegates elected a "partial Bureau," without a member from the Eastern European region, and continued their work to achieve the minimum set of procedural decisions needed for the Panel to operate
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#chemicals #pollution
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#chemicals #pollution
February 4, 2026 at 9:43 PM
At #ISPCWP1, delegates elected a "partial Bureau," without a member from the Eastern European region, and continued their work to achieve the minimum set of procedural decisions needed for the Panel to operate
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i...
#chemicals #pollution
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#chemicals #pollution
Negotiators are prioritizing "the essentials" to get the @unep.org science-policy panel for chemicals, waste & pollution up & running.
They are focusing now on the Bureau's membership & operation, and decision-making rules.
They are focusing now on the Bureau's membership & operation, and decision-making rules.
February 4, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Negotiators are prioritizing "the essentials" to get the @unep.org science-policy panel for chemicals, waste & pollution up & running.
They are focusing now on the Bureau's membership & operation, and decision-making rules.
They are focusing now on the Bureau's membership & operation, and decision-making rules.
To a large extent, discussions at #IPBES12 consist of a back-and-forth between Member States of @ipbes.net and experts involved in preparing whichever document is under consideration
February 4, 2026 at 2:16 PM
To a large extent, discussions at #IPBES12 consist of a back-and-forth between Member States of @ipbes.net and experts involved in preparing whichever document is under consideration
Delegates @ipbes.net discussed progress on the rolling work programme up to 2030, reaching agreement on three of six workplans for the 2026-2027 period
Several delegations emphasized coherence in delivering on objectives, as recommended in the mid-term review, esp. considering resource constraints
Several delegations emphasized coherence in delivering on objectives, as recommended in the mid-term review, esp. considering resource constraints
February 4, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Delegates @ipbes.net discussed progress on the rolling work programme up to 2030, reaching agreement on three of six workplans for the 2026-2027 period
Several delegations emphasized coherence in delivering on objectives, as recommended in the mid-term review, esp. considering resource constraints
Several delegations emphasized coherence in delivering on objectives, as recommended in the mid-term review, esp. considering resource constraints
There’s more to this year's @ipbes.net session than the #BizBiodiversity Assessment, delegates are also reflecting on progress made and debate activities going forward
They for example heard about the development of a code of practice on the use of #ArtificialIntelligence
They for example heard about the development of a code of practice on the use of #ArtificialIntelligence
February 4, 2026 at 11:53 AM
There’s more to this year's @ipbes.net session than the #BizBiodiversity Assessment, delegates are also reflecting on progress made and debate activities going forward
They for example heard about the development of a code of practice on the use of #ArtificialIntelligence
They for example heard about the development of a code of practice on the use of #ArtificialIntelligence
Ever struggled to take a picture of 4 people with everyone having their eyes open at the same time? Then imagine the pressure our #EarthNegotiationsBulletin photographers are under when they have to take group pictures at multilateral environmental meetings
📸: @ipbes.net Stakeholder Days over time
📸: @ipbes.net Stakeholder Days over time
February 4, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Ever struggled to take a picture of 4 people with everyone having their eyes open at the same time? Then imagine the pressure our #EarthNegotiationsBulletin photographers are under when they have to take group pictures at multilateral environmental meetings
📸: @ipbes.net Stakeholder Days over time
📸: @ipbes.net Stakeholder Days over time
The @unep.org science-policy panel on chemicals, waste and pollution is stuck in procedural debates, including on how to elect Bureau members.
They are trying to find a way forward. Some called the pace "glacial" and others said "we're being held hostage to tactics."
They are trying to find a way forward. Some called the pace "glacial" and others said "we're being held hostage to tactics."
February 4, 2026 at 11:14 AM
The @unep.org science-policy panel on chemicals, waste and pollution is stuck in procedural debates, including on how to elect Bureau members.
They are trying to find a way forward. Some called the pace "glacial" and others said "we're being held hostage to tactics."
They are trying to find a way forward. Some called the pace "glacial" and others said "we're being held hostage to tactics."
Delegates at #IPBES12 expressed resolve in preserving @ipbes.net scientific integrity amid a tough geopolitical context
Many shared disappointment at the US’ intended exit, with France, Japan, and the UK announcing new pledges to support the Platform’s work
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Many shared disappointment at the US’ intended exit, with France, Japan, and the UK announcing new pledges to support the Platform’s work
enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
February 3, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Delegates at #IPBES12 expressed resolve in preserving @ipbes.net scientific integrity amid a tough geopolitical context
Many shared disappointment at the US’ intended exit, with France, Japan, and the UK announcing new pledges to support the Platform’s work
enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
Many shared disappointment at the US’ intended exit, with France, Japan, and the UK announcing new pledges to support the Platform’s work
enb.iisd.org/intergovernm...
At #ISPCWP1 Tuesday, the US joined the new science-policy body for #chemicals, #waste and #pollution
Member States struggled to reach agreement on the rules of procedure, especially on which observers are allowed to participate in meetings
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Member States struggled to reach agreement on the rules of procedure, especially on which observers are allowed to participate in meetings
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i...
February 3, 2026 at 8:26 PM
At #ISPCWP1 Tuesday, the US joined the new science-policy body for #chemicals, #waste and #pollution
Member States struggled to reach agreement on the rules of procedure, especially on which observers are allowed to participate in meetings
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i...
Member States struggled to reach agreement on the rules of procedure, especially on which observers are allowed to participate in meetings
Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/isp-cwp-p1-i...
With a view to the gap resulting from the US’ announced withdrawal from @ipbes.net, France, Japan, and the UK announced new financial pledges to support the Platform's ongoing work, urging others to follow suit #IPBES12
February 3, 2026 at 5:38 PM
With a view to the gap resulting from the US’ announced withdrawal from @ipbes.net, France, Japan, and the UK announced new financial pledges to support the Platform's ongoing work, urging others to follow suit #IPBES12
Did you know that @ipbes.net has a podcast? The latest episode focuses on the upcoming #BizBiodiversity Assessment and the team is currently preparing a new episode straight from #IPBES12
natureinsight.podbean.com
natureinsight.podbean.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Did you know that @ipbes.net has a podcast? The latest episode focuses on the upcoming #BizBiodiversity Assessment and the team is currently preparing a new episode straight from #IPBES12
natureinsight.podbean.com
natureinsight.podbean.com
Much disappointed expressed at the US’ announced intention to withdraw from @ipbes.net, with the Democratic Republic of the Congo calling for reflecting on and mitigation impacts to the Platform’s work and France announcing an additional contribution of EUR 300,000
February 3, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Much disappointed expressed at the US’ announced intention to withdraw from @ipbes.net, with the Democratic Republic of the Congo calling for reflecting on and mitigation impacts to the Platform’s work and France announcing an additional contribution of EUR 300,000
Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, reminded delegates of @ipbes.net’s role as a "beacon of knowledge on #biodiversity when science and knowledge are under strain and voices of disinformation are sometimes louder than facts.”
February 3, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, reminded delegates of @ipbes.net’s role as a "beacon of knowledge on #biodiversity when science and knowledge are under strain and voices of disinformation are sometimes louder than facts.”
At @ipbes.net, Emma Reynolds, UK Secretary of State for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, emphasized the urgency of action when some step back from international cooperation, and urged protecting #IPBES as “an organization that tells the truth” in an age of misinformation and short-term thinking
February 3, 2026 at 12:18 PM
At @ipbes.net, Emma Reynolds, UK Secretary of State for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, emphasized the urgency of action when some step back from international cooperation, and urged protecting #IPBES as “an organization that tells the truth” in an age of misinformation and short-term thinking