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In the face of desertification and drought, innovating on the ground to build the solutions of tomorrow
The theme for the 2026 World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is “Pastoral Landscapes: Recognize, Respect, Restore.” Hosted by Kenya, a country where pastures cover approximately 80% of the l...
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The Ocean at the Heart of Solutions for Climate and Biodiversity
Essential to climate regulation, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of millions of people, the ocean covers more than 70% of the Earth’s surface but is now facing increasing pressures. To mark World Oc...
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World Environment Day 2026: FFEM and its partners take action to address the three-pronged environmental crisi...
To mark World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5, we shine a spotlight on local solutions supported by the FFEM and its partners to address the triple crisis of climate change, biodiversit...
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World Biodiversity Day: A Global Tour of FFEM Solutions
To mark World Biodiversity Day, celebrated annually on May 22, the FFEM is highlighting several initiatives it supports around the world to preserve ecosystems and support local communities.
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The Africa-France Partnership: Driving Innovation for Sustainable Transitions
For 30 years, the FFEM has been supporting initiatives in Africa and the Mediterranean that combine environmental conservation, innovation, and local development. Nearly 70% of its activities are carr...
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The 2026 Regional Marine and Coastal Forum: Ocean Health at the Heart of Future Solutions
In response to the climate emergency and the degradation of marine ecosystems, West Africa is taking action. From April 27 to 30, 2026, in Nouakchott, Mauritania, the Regional Partnership for the Cons...
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World Mother Earth Day: Producing Differently—Fair Trade in Support of Biodiversity
Every year, International Mother Earth Day reminds us of the urgent need to take action in the face of environmental imbalances that affect millions of people and living species around the world. Defo...
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ONE HEALTH SUMMIT : the FFEM strengthens its commitment and signs 2 new structuring projects
On the occasion of the One Health Summit, which will be held in Lyon on April 6 and 7, 2026, the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) announces the signing of two new structuring projects: On...
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Combating plastic pollution: preventing it at the source to bring about lasting change in practices
Every year, more than 400 million tons of plastic are produced worldwide, much of which quickly becomes waste (source: UN). In the face of this environmental and health crisis, International Zero Wast...
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FFEM and Desertification: From Local Innovation to Global Solutions
How can local initiatives be transformed into global solutions to address desertification? Desertification is advancing in many regions of the world, driven by the combined effects of climate chang...
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When Forests Inspire the Future of Agriculture Through Agroforestry: A Winning Partnership Between Agricultur...
International Day of Forests 2026, like every year, celebrates the richness and diversity of forests, while highlighting their vital role in addressing climate challenges and the growing pressures of...
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When energy innovation brings lasting change to regions
In the context of climate change, it is essential to highlight the central role of engineering in mitigating its effects. On World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development, the Pot@maï project prov...
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World Wetlands Day: Essential ecosystems to preserve: Traditional knowledge, international commitments, and FFEM actions
Every year on February 2, World Wetlands Day is celebrated to raise public awareness of the major issues related to these essential ecosystems. The theme for 2026 is “Wetlands and Traditional Knowledg...
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Uniting knowledge, people and actions: the vision promoted by FFEM at the 2025 IUCN Congress
The IUCN World Conservation Congress is being held from 9 to 15 October 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Flagship moment for biodiversity and sustainable development, it brings together governments, NGOs, indigenou...
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Harnessing Nature-based Solutions for a Sustainable Blue Economy: Reflections on the FFEM Exchange Day ahead of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference
The French Facility for the Global Environment (FFEM) had the pleasure to organize on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 with the Conservatoire du littoral, the Domaine de Rayol, the French Development Agency, IDD...
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The FFEM at the Heart of Ocean Protection Efforts during the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference
On the occasion of the 3rd edition of the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC), the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) reaffirms its commitment to climate resilience and the preservation...
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30 years of the FFEM: throwback on a collective adventure looking towards tomorrow
On 10th April, the French Fund for the Global Environment (FFEM) celebrated three decades of pioneering initiatives in the service of life in Paris at the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Surrounded...
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Earth day : Act today for tomorrow
Every April 22, Earth Day reminds us how crucial it is to act together to protect life and our planet. On this occasion, the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) highlights two projects it su...
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The FFEM invites discussion on carbon finance for sustainable development: recap of the roundtable on January ...
On January 21 in Paris, the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) organized a hybrid event to mark the publication of its capitalization work "In Focus carbon finance: a powerful tool for a su...
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The FFEM unveils its new capitalization initiative : "IN FOCUS - Carbon finance : a level for a sustainable fu...
On January 21 in Paris, the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) organized a hybrid event to mark the publication of its capitalization work "In Focus carbon finance: a powerful tool for a su...
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