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UN Secretary-General launches AI Environmental Transparency Initiative, calling on AI companies to disclose carbon, water and land footprints
The launch of the initiative comes after a UN University report highlights AI's massive electricity demand and environmental impacts.
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Dr. Mehri Khosravi
Dr. Mehri Khosravi is an environmental social scientist specialising in climate adaptation, behavioural change, risk communication, and the social dimensions of environmental sustainability.
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Reflections on Climate Empowerment and Youth Participation: Insights from the 2026 ACE Hub Youth Event
Connecting Ideas Blog Post
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Protecting Those Who Care: Reflections from the First Environmental Human Rights Defenders Forum
Connecting Ideas Blog Post
Media Coverage
UNU-EHS Expert Addresses El Niño Misconceptions in Anadolu Agency Article
As headlines amplify concerns over El Niño, Dr. Jack O'Connor helps distinguish scientific forecasts from speculation.
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