GENeva Environment Network
@genevaenvironmentnetwork.org
#GENeva: a global hub for #environmental governance. GEN is a network of over 100 organizations based in the region, led by @UNEP.org & supported by #Switzerland
"Human rights is not only legal, but ethical."
Michael Wiener of UN Human Rights underscores the importance of bringing together and learning from millennia-worth of experience, values and traditions of religious and belief communities in addressing the challenges we face today.
Michael Wiener of UN Human Rights underscores the importance of bringing together and learning from millennia-worth of experience, values and traditions of religious and belief communities in addressing the challenges we face today.
November 11, 2025 at 2:25 PM
"Human rights is not only legal, but ethical."
Michael Wiener of UN Human Rights underscores the importance of bringing together and learning from millennia-worth of experience, values and traditions of religious and belief communities in addressing the challenges we face today.
Michael Wiener of UN Human Rights underscores the importance of bringing together and learning from millennia-worth of experience, values and traditions of religious and belief communities in addressing the challenges we face today.
The first plenary session of the 6th #EPDF, demonstrates why common values and principles matter, illustrating how values-driven cooperation can help strengthen bonds, foster dialogue & respond to social and environmental challenges through a shared ethical foundation.
November 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The first plenary session of the 6th #EPDF, demonstrates why common values and principles matter, illustrating how values-driven cooperation can help strengthen bonds, foster dialogue & respond to social and environmental challenges through a shared ethical foundation.
H.E. Amb. João António da Costa Mira Gomes of #Portugal hopes everyone takes on opportunity to "recommit to a Europe where solidarity, justice & care for our common home are more present in our lives" -- to take advantage, build on & expand the #GENeva & Lisbon spirits.
November 11, 2025 at 10:37 AM
"When extreme weather hits places already weakened, its impact is even worse. Addressing it is even harder."
@ifrc.org SG @jaganchapagain.bsky.social highlights that tackling social & environmental crises is "ultimately about trust", underscoring need to unite & build cohesion person by person.
@ifrc.org SG @jaganchapagain.bsky.social highlights that tackling social & environmental crises is "ultimately about trust", underscoring need to unite & build cohesion person by person.
November 11, 2025 at 10:09 AM
"When extreme weather hits places already weakened, its impact is even worse. Addressing it is even harder."
@ifrc.org SG @jaganchapagain.bsky.social highlights that tackling social & environmental crises is "ultimately about trust", underscoring need to unite & build cohesion person by person.
@ifrc.org SG @jaganchapagain.bsky.social highlights that tackling social & environmental crises is "ultimately about trust", underscoring need to unite & build cohesion person by person.
In opening, @villedegeneve.bsky.social Mayor Alfonso Gomez shares the #GENeva spirit rooted in humanism, openness and collective action in the face of social and environmental challenges. He highlights the actions the city has taken to pursue #ClimateJustice, in line with the Forum's goals.
November 11, 2025 at 9:50 AM
In opening, @villedegeneve.bsky.social Mayor Alfonso Gomez shares the #GENeva spirit rooted in humanism, openness and collective action in the face of social and environmental challenges. He highlights the actions the city has taken to pursue #ClimateJustice, in line with the Forum's goals.
Held under the theme, "Social Cohesion in Changing Climates: Fostering Inclusive Paths to Equity in Europe", the Forum gathers around a hundred participants to "Inspire, Connect, Engage", in line with their motto.
November 11, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Held under the theme, "Social Cohesion in Changing Climates: Fostering Inclusive Paths to Equity in Europe", the Forum gathers around a hundred participants to "Inspire, Connect, Engage", in line with their motto.
#MinamataCOP6 was gaveled to a close in #GENeva on 17:38 CET.
November 7, 2025 at 5:07 PM
#MinamataCOP6 was gaveled to a close in #GENeva on 17:38 CET.
"Whether you joined a small group or got swept up in plenary surprises, you made history. You helped ensure @minamataconvention.bsky.social remains more inclusive & dynamic than ever."
President Osvaldo Álvarez stresses #MinamataCOP6 highlighted that every voice matters & every minute counts.
President Osvaldo Álvarez stresses #MinamataCOP6 highlighted that every voice matters & every minute counts.
November 7, 2025 at 5:07 PM
"Whether you joined a small group or got swept up in plenary surprises, you made history. You helped ensure @minamataconvention.bsky.social remains more inclusive & dynamic than ever."
President Osvaldo Álvarez stresses #MinamataCOP6 highlighted that every voice matters & every minute counts.
President Osvaldo Álvarez stresses #MinamataCOP6 highlighted that every voice matters & every minute counts.
"#Mercury pollution is a scourge, but your work here & at home is a bright spot on this earth & shows the promise of multilateralism when it's most needed."
ES Monika Stankiewicz thanks all those who made #MinamataCOP6 possible & paved the way to #MakeMercuryHistory. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
ES Monika Stankiewicz thanks all those who made #MinamataCOP6 possible & paved the way to #MakeMercuryHistory. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 5:07 PM
"#Mercury pollution is a scourge, but your work here & at home is a bright spot on this earth & shows the promise of multilateralism when it's most needed."
ES Monika Stankiewicz thanks all those who made #MinamataCOP6 possible & paved the way to #MakeMercuryHistory. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
ES Monika Stankiewicz thanks all those who made #MinamataCOP6 possible & paved the way to #MakeMercuryHistory. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
Delegates and observers reconvene in plenary on the final day of #MinamataCOP6, as they are expected to tackle:
🟡 Exemptions
🟡 #ASGM
🟡 Waste
🟡 VCM
🟡 & more
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObOb...
🟡 Exemptions
🟡 #ASGM
🟡 Waste
🟡 VCM
🟡 & more
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObOb...
November 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Delegates and observers reconvene in plenary on the final day of #MinamataCOP6, as they are expected to tackle:
🟡 Exemptions
🟡 #ASGM
🟡 Waste
🟡 VCM
🟡 & more
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObOb...
🟡 Exemptions
🟡 #ASGM
🟡 Waste
🟡 VCM
🟡 & more
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObOb...
Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury Wastes Management in countries".
The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury Wastes Management in countries" presenting recent tools and projects on environmentally sound disposal of mercury-containing waste under both the @minamataconvention.bsky.social and the @brsconventions.bsky.social.
November 7, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury Wastes Management in countries".
Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, "Mercury reduction in artisanal gold mining using local knowledge and practical strategies - from data to action".
The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury reduction in artisanal gold mining using local knowledge and practical strategies - from data to action", exploring strategies to eliminate mercury use in ASGM through stakeholder engagement.
November 7, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, "Mercury reduction in artisanal gold mining using local knowledge and practical strategies - from data to action".
In closing, @brsconventions.bsky.social Executive Secretary Rolph Payet highlights how the work on #MercuryWaste is another example of cooperation between the BRS Conventions, @unep.org, GMP & @minamataconvention.bsky.social advancing sound management and ensuring harmonization across efforts.
November 7, 2025 at 2:28 PM
In closing, @brsconventions.bsky.social Executive Secretary Rolph Payet highlights how the work on #MercuryWaste is another example of cooperation between the BRS Conventions, @unep.org, GMP & @minamataconvention.bsky.social advancing sound management and ensuring harmonization across efforts.
Francesca Cenni provides an outlook of mercury waste management activities undertaken under the #BaselConvention & in collaboration with @minamataconvention.bsky.social, highlighting:
🟡 National reporting dashboard to monitor transboundary movement of mercury waste
🟡 Technical guidelines on ESM
🟡 National reporting dashboard to monitor transboundary movement of mercury waste
🟡 Technical guidelines on ESM
November 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Francesca Cenni provides an outlook of mercury waste management activities undertaken under the #BaselConvention & in collaboration with @minamataconvention.bsky.social, highlighting:
🟡 National reporting dashboard to monitor transboundary movement of mercury waste
🟡 Technical guidelines on ESM
🟡 National reporting dashboard to monitor transboundary movement of mercury waste
🟡 Technical guidelines on ESM
Panelists demonstrated how both rigorous data-driven solutions, particularly through the use of multiple mercury emission calculation methods, when integrated with meaningful stakeholder engagement and participation will be to reduce mercury emissions in #ASGM. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Panelists demonstrated how both rigorous data-driven solutions, particularly through the use of multiple mercury emission calculation methods, when integrated with meaningful stakeholder engagement and participation will be to reduce mercury emissions in #ASGM. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
Plenary has resumed its morning session at #MinamataCOP6 as they are expected to tackle:
🟡 Cosmetics
🟡 Amendment to Annex A
🟡 Extension of exemptions
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjAz...
🟡 Cosmetics
🟡 Amendment to Annex A
🟡 Extension of exemptions
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjAz...
#MinamataCOP6: Morning Plenary B (7 November 2025)
YouTube video by Minamata Convention on Mercury
www.youtube.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Plenary has resumed its morning session at #MinamataCOP6 as they are expected to tackle:
🟡 Cosmetics
🟡 Amendment to Annex A
🟡 Extension of exemptions
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjAz...
🟡 Cosmetics
🟡 Amendment to Annex A
🟡 Extension of exemptions
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjAz...
The plenary has also elected members of its Bureau, with Marie-Claire L'Henry of #France to serve as #MinamataCOP7 President.
November 7, 2025 at 10:33 AM
The plenary has also elected members of its Bureau, with Marie-Claire L'Henry of #France to serve as #MinamataCOP7 President.
During plenary this morning, a special recognition was given to co-chairs and facilitators of #MinamataCOP6 for their leadership, tireless commitment, professionalism and collaborative spirit. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 10:13 AM
During plenary this morning, a special recognition was given to co-chairs and facilitators of #MinamataCOP6 for their leadership, tireless commitment, professionalism and collaborative spirit. @minamataconvention.bsky.social
As regional meetings wrap up in the morning, around the venue, various delegations take group photos on the last day of #MinamataCOP6.
November 7, 2025 at 9:17 AM
As regional meetings wrap up in the morning, around the venue, various delegations take group photos on the last day of #MinamataCOP6.