| 16 Feb 2022
World Sustainable Development Summit 2022
| 19 Feb 2022
Youth Environment Assembly 2022
S+50 Process | 22 Feb 2022
GGKP webinar - Stockholm+50: Insights and Actions to Achieve a Healthy Planet for the Prosperity of All
| 28 Feb 2022
UNEA-5.2
| 28 Feb 2022
From Commitments to Action towards Stockholm+50: Partnerships for the African Green Stimulus Programme
| 1 Mar 2022
9th World Ocean Summit
| 2 Mar 2022
Towards Stockholm+50: Transforming Global Value Chains for a Healthy Planet and Prosperity for All
Other | 8 Mar 2022
Transparency, taxes and our planet
S+50 Process | 28 Mar 2022
Stockholm+50 Preparatory Meeting
A one-day preparatory meeting for Stockholm+50 was convened by the President of the General Assembly on Monday, 28 March 2022 from 10:00 - 18:00 EDT at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Chaired by the Stockholm+50 co-hosts, Sweden and Kenya, the meeting was structured around three interactive discussions on the preparations for the three Stockholm+50 Leadership Dialogues and other elements of international meeting on 2-3 June 2022.
Associated Event | 29 Mar 2022
GGKP webinar - Stockholm+50: A Green and Inclusive Recovery — Building Sustainable Responses to Emergencies
S+50 Process | 4 Apr 2022
Asia and the Pacific Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation
S+50 Process | 5 Apr 2022
Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation
S+50 Process | 12 Apr 2022
Africa Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation
Other | 19 Apr 2022
ECOSOC Youth Forum 2022
Associated Event | 22 Apr 2022
Geneva Stockholm+50 Dialogues: Jobs and a just transition for all in a healthy planet
Associated Event | 24 Apr 2022
Pre Stockholm +50 Youth Conference in Tokyo
Where: Virtual
Hosted by The Swedish Embassy in Tokyo, along with Japanese members of S50YTF, this Youth Conference provides an opportunity for young people to participate in an international conference connected to Stockholm+50. We hear from the attendees of the 1972 Stockholm Conference and review the development since then. The ultimate goal of this youth conference is to come up with your own action plan! Let’s tackle the triple global crises with notable scientist such as Johan Rockström. Registration and live streaming.
S+50 Process | 26 Apr 2022
GGKP webinar - Stockholm+50: Turning commitments into action in a new digital, financial and policy landscape
S+50 Process | 28 Apr 2022
Environmental Rights, Human Rights and Environmental Justice
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Speakers: Professor Daniel Magraw, Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Institute of the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
Listen to the podcast episode with Daniel Magraw. Watch the recording, download the presentation, and catch up on the webinar chat.
Associated Event | 28 Apr 2022
Charting a youth vision for a just and sustainable future
When: 28 April 2022
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Description: Ahead of Stockholm+50, The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), together with The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), are gathering experts and key stakeholders to explore the role of youth in driving both climate action, and the 2030 Agenda. The webinar will commemorate the launch of the report: 'Charting a Youth Vision for a Just and Sustainable Future'. Register here.
S+50 Process | 3 May 2022
The Environment and Education Looking to the Future
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Speakers: Professor Daniella Tilbury, Commissioner for Sustainable Development and Future Generations, Gibraltar; Arjen E.J. Wals, Professor of Transformative Learning for Socio-Ecological Sustainability, Wageningen UR and UNESCO Chair Social Learning for Sustainability; Thomas Macintyre, a research fellow and consultant on UNESCO projects and project leader at the Colombian Foundation Mentes en Transicio. Register to join.
S+50 Process | 4 May 2022
Civil Society, the Environment and UNEP
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Speaker: Professor Javier Surasky, Program Officer Governance, and Financing for Sustainable Development, Cepei. Register to join.
S+50 Process | 5 May 2022
Europe and North America Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation
The objective of the Europe Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation for Stockholm+50 is to give voice to and facilitate the engagement of as many stakeholders as possible and to ensure a bottom-up mapping of key initiatives and actions needed to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Register to join.
Associated Event | 10 May 2022
Not just transition—but a Just Transition
Where: Virtual
The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), ITUC Just Transition Centre, The Swedish Trade Union Confederation (ILO), SOLIDAR, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, and the Foundation for European Progressive Studies are hosting this webinar to explore how Stockholm+50 can accelerate a Just Transition, in which climate action goals are achieved and communities are empowered with green and decent jobs.
S+50 Process | 11 May 2022
West Asia Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation
Day 1: 11 May | Day 2: 12 May
Where: Virtual
The objective of the Asia and the Pacific Regional Multi-stakeholder Consultation for Stockholm+50 is to give voice to and facilitate the engagement of as many stakeholders as possible and to ensure a bottom-up mapping of key initiatives and actions needed to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Register to join.
Associated Event | 11 May 2022
Brown Bag Session on Investing in Our Planet
Where: Virtual
The Youth Empowerment in Climate Action Platform (YECAP), developed by YECAP Fellows in collaboration with EarthDay.org, will enable youth climate leaders from the Asia-Pacific region to connect, and explore how young people can be involved in global, regional and local climate initiatives and negotiations. Register to join.
S+50 Process | 12 May 2022
Connecting the Dots – Making a Forceful Canon of the Rio Conventions and the Multilateral Environmental Agreements
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Speaker: John E. Scanlon AM, former Secretary-General of CITES. Register to join.
Listen to our podcast episode with John E. Scanlon.
Associated Event | 13 May 2022
A radically new consumption - what could climate commitments imply?
Where: Virtual | Webinar
What kind of consumption is compatible with climate commitments? Hosted by the Mistra Sustainable Consumption at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, this webinar will present several studies that focused on consumption patterns in different countries that are compatible with climate targets. Differences and similarities between the studies and their results will be presented. Possible policy implications will be discussed in a panel. The unanimous suggestions from the Swedish all-parties committee on environmental quality objectives will also be presented. Register to join.
S+50 Process | 17 May 2022
Third meeting of the Informal Working Group for Leadership Dialogue 3
Where: Virtual | Webinar
The third and final round of Informal Working Groups for Leadership Dialogues 1, 2, and 3 will bring together world-renowned experts from NGOs, science and technology, women and youth, business and industry, Indigenous Peoples, as well as local governments and faith-based groups. This round of IWGs will be organized around expert working sessions that will further sharpen the evolving policy recommendations to be discussed at the Leadership Dialogues in Stockholm. Register to join.
Associated Event | 18 May 2022
Rio+30+30
Where: Paris, France
The French NGO Comité 21, created following the Rio Conference in 1992 with the aim of disseminating the Agenda 21 to all stakeholders, is organizing this international seminar to illustrate the progress made over the past 30 years, and the road ahead in the next 30 years. Register to join.
Associated Event | 18 May 2022
The Peoples Environmental Narrative
When: 18 - 19 May 2022
Where: Virtual
Stakeholder Forum and ForUM Norway are hosting this global 2-day online consultation to gather stakeholder input relevant to the official themes of the Stockholm+50 meeting, to the wider environmental agenda, and the fulfillment of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to achieve a sustainable future for all. Register to join.
Associated Event | 18 May 2022
Water’s role in ensuring a healthy planet for all
When: 18 - 25 May 2022
Where: Monrovia, Liberia | In-person and virtual
The Stockholm International Water Institute is hosting a webinar series highlighting the role of water to ensure a healthy planet and prosperity for all. Each webinar will focus on a specific aspect of water and its role in achieving security, resilient landscapes, and global health. Register to join.
Associated Event | 18 May 2022
Museums for Our Environment
When: 18 May - 31 December 2022
Where: Sweden and the UK | In-Person
Museums for Climate Action aims to raise awareness of the aims of Stockholm+50, and of the outcomes adopted at Stockholm+50 to keep up momentum. It aims to use the platform of museums to help people understand their environmental rights to information, decision-making and justice, and to contribute their views on their local environment.
S+50 Process | 19 May 2022
Third meeting of the Informal Working Group for Leadership Dialogue 1
Where: Virtual | Webinar
The third and final round of Informal Working Groups for Leadership Dialogues 1, 2, and 3 will bring together world-renowned experts from NGOs, science and technology, women and youth, business and industry, Indigenous Peoples, as well as local governments and faith-based groups. This round of IWGs will be organized around expert working sessions that will further sharpen the evolving policy recommendations to be discussed at the Leadership Dialogues in Stockholm. Register to join.
S+50 Process | 20 May 2022
Third meeting of the Informal Working Group for Leadership Dialogue 2
Where: Virtual | Webinar
The third and final round of Informal Working Groups for Leadership Dialogues 1, 2, and 3 will bring together world-renowned experts from NGOs, science and technology, women and youth, business and industry, Indigenous Peoples, as well as local governments and faith-based groups. This round of IWGs will be organized around expert working sessions that will further sharpen the evolving policy recommendations to be discussed at the Leadership Dialogues in Stockholm. Register to join.
Associated Event | 20 May 2022
The Nordic Model of Ecological Transformation: 1972-2022
When: 16 - 20 May 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
This three-day event, hosted by the Department of Economic History and International Relations, will addresses Nordic nations’ engagement with the ecological crisis. A key theme in this conference will be the role played by “mobilizations” which refers to systems to organize intellectual, ideological, political, and economic power.
Associated Event | 20 May 2022
Green Society and Sustainable Living
Where: Belgrade, Serbia | In-person
The Embassy of Sweden in Serbia and UNDP Serbia are hosting this event in the Botanical Garden of Belgrade. It will include a presentation by UNDP Serbia on the key findings and recommendations following the national consultations within Stockholm+50. It will then be followed by a planting ceremony of honey plants. Register to join.
Associated Event | 25 May 2022
Making finance flow for locally led action in the Decade of Action
Where: London, UK | Virtual
This event co-hosted by IIED and Sida will launch a new report for Stockholm+50 that explores the role of locally led action for people, nature and climate and proposes recommendations for governments, multilateral development banks and global funds to drive change through support for local level decision-making over resources and finance. Register to join.
Associated Event | 25 May 2022
Animal welfare and sustainable development: key linkages, collective responsibilities, and policy opportunities
Where: Virtual
Leading experts will explore the relevance of animal welfare for environmental protection and public health, and explore promising policy interventions for integrating animal welfare into sustainable development governance. Join us online for this interactive discussion. This event is hosted by the Stockholm Environment Institute and NYU Animal Studies. Register to join.
Associated Event | 26 May 2022
How can climate solutions contribute to boosting human well-being and alleviating poverty?
When: 26 May & 1 June 2022
Where: Virtual
This two-part webinar series, focuses on findings from the new landmark report, Climate–Poverty Connections, published by Project Drawdown. The series provides decision-makers with concrete evidence of how climate solutions can also contribute to meeting human well-being needs and alleviating poverty in rural communities in Africa and South Asia.
Associated Event | 26 May 2022
Liderazgos juveniles Latinoamericanos por la justicia ambiental (Spanish) - Latin American Youth Leadership for Climate Justice
Where: Virtual
How can we improve youth participation in high-level processes? Join Latinas For Climate and Motum for a discussion with activists from all over Latin America on governance and how to improve youth participation in high-level processes as they make their way to Stockholm+50. Register to join.
Associated Event | 27 May 2022
Implementing Integrated Solutions to Planetary Challenges: Reflections and Perspectives on Integration in the Lead-Up to 2030
Where: Hayama, Japan | Virtual
The Institute for Global Environmental Strategies invites participants to look both backward and forward to consider how policymakers can implement integrated solutions to climate, biodiversity and other planetary challenges, and achieve a truly sustainable society. Register to join.
Associated Event | 27 May 2022
Climate change on urban waterfronts- SOS for the cities and citizens?
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
In this event hosted by Intercult Productions and Europa Direkt Stockholm, three international experts will discuss the effects of climate change on urban waterfronts and the concrete actions that should be taken from the researchers and citizens.
Associated Event | 27 May 2022
How Nature works in the Human Being: We are Part of Nature
Where: Virtual
This event is organized by the School for the Study of Intuition, an Argentine NGO with Consultative Status ECOSOC 2020. The School teaches a method to prevent the states of vulnerability that are the object of the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 agenda. Register to join.
Associated Event | 28 May 2022
Youth Engagement in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
Where: Dhaka, Bangladesh | Virtual
The vision of this discussion, hosted by the Leadership Development Association International, QS World Merit & World Merit, is to generate interest in sustainable development, and engage students with the sustainable development goals, encourage them to prioritize the goals in their personal and professional lives. Register to join.
Associated Event | 28 May 2022
Asia Regional Dialogue on Climate Justice for Children, Youth and Future Generations
When: 28 - 30 May 2022
Where: Bangkok, Thailand | Virtual
OHCHR, UNEP, UNICEF, and UNDP are hosting the Asia Regional Dialogue on Climate Justice for Children, Youth and Future Generations to present to adults their perspectives, ideas and concerns about the environment. Participants will share good practices and experience in negotiations and decision-making processes at regional and global levels. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
Transforming global food systems to save nature, wild animals and biodiversity
Where: Oslo, Norway | Virtual
NOAH is hosting this virtual event to highlight the importance of a sustainable food system for the environment, wildlife, animal welfare and human health. The webinar is about transforming food systems to prevent detrimental effects on nature, climate change, wildlife, animal welfare and human health.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
Symposium on the Law for Security and Sustainable Development
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The Stockholm Environmental Law and Policy Centre, Lund University, the Environmental Law Institute, and the Environmental Peacebuilding Association, have collaborated to address the protection of the environment in relation to armed conflicts under international law, and the integration of the environment and security in the law. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
The scope for agroecology to accelerate integrated implementation of the three UN Rio Conventions through food system transformation
Where: Stockholm, Sweden and Nairobi, Kenya | In-person and virtual
This event aims to explore the evidence base for agroecology providing an integrating function in strengthening implementation of the three Rio Conventions through food system transformation, and grassroots experiences of this contributing, at small and large-scale agricultural operations, to achieving prosperity for all while maintaining a healthy planet. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
Protect, restore and sustainably use forests: building blocks for environmental and economic recovery.
Where: Virtual
Join speakers from FAO, IUFRO, UNEP, and representatives from the sector to discuss the interfaces between protection, restoration, and the sustainable use of forests. The event will look into scaling up best practices by involving local communities and investment to simultaneously conserve nature, provide for human well-being, and contribute to inclusive recovery. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
The effect of the climate and food crises on the children of Sahel - how to prevent a lost generation
Where: Virtual
In this webinar, hosted by Save the Children, Plan International Sweden, International Rescue Committee, and The Hunger Project, the drivers of food insecurity, its impact on children, as well as some solutions to today’s crisis, and the importance to act now to avoid future crisis will be explored. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
The Intersection of Gender and Climate
Where: Sweden | Virtual
The purpose of this webinar, hosted by IM Swedish Development Partner, is to raise awareness on the need for an intersectional approach in understanding the impacts of the climate crisis on gender with key experts focusing on the case of the Maldives. The webinar features Maldivian Environmental Defender Humay Abdulghafoor and IM's Climate Change Officer Lubna Hawwa.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
Evidence based knowledge for sustainable pathways in the land sector. A focus on agriculture and Africa
When: 30 May - 1 June 2022
Where: Virtual
The French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development and partners will present knowledge-based messages on just and sustainable pathways transitions in the land sector. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
Peoples Forum / Folkets Forum
When: 30 May - 1 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-Person
The Folkets (Peoples) Forum is seeking radical societal change for global justice, the environment, climate, health and peace. Popular movements and social movements have historically driven all major societal changes.
Associated Event | 30 May 2022
Seeing Pastoralism
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
In partnership with the Stockholm Resilience Centre and the Stockholm Environment Institute, PASTRES (Pastoralism, Uncertainty, and Resilience) has curated this photo exhibition on pastoralism and sustainability. The exhibit, which features images from six countries, showcases the manner in which pastoralists offer vital lessons for sustainability and development.
Other | 31 May 2022
4th Global Session of the UN Science-Policy-Business-Forum on the Environment (UN-SPBF)
When: 31 May - 4 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
Description: Prior to Stockholm+50, world leaders, as well as key stakeholders from business, industry, finance, science, policy and civil society will gather around the theme: ‘Technology, Partnership and Integrated Solutions for Nature’. Key outcomes from this session will be shared during the Stockholm+50 International Meeting. Find out more here.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Civil society dialogue on country-level implementation, outcomes and sustainability of the 1972 principles in Africa
Where: Abuja, Nigeria | Virtual
As Africa grapples with challenges affecting the planet, health and development, the 1972 Stockholm Conference remains a watershed. At this event, hosted by the Afrihealth Optonet Association, the civil society shall review its output, implementation, outcomes and sustainability, in order to build solidarity of understanding and buy-in to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Business Action on Biodiversity Roundtable
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
WWF, IKEA and the H&M Group are inviting company representatives to a peer-to-peer business roundtable discussion to share solutions and challenges on biodiversity action, and how these connect to other sustainability efforts on climate, forests, freshwater and social issues. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Delivering Change: Sustainable Consumption and Production for a Better Future on a Healthy Planet
When: 31 May - 1 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Delivering Change: Sustainable Consumption and Production for a Better Future on a Healthy Planet is the flagship event of the One Planet Network. Join us to kick-start a new phase of SCP actions, with thought leaders from around the world. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Launch of the Sustainable Journalism Partnership
When: 31 May - 2 June 2022
Where: Kalmar and Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The Global Forum for Media Development; Fojo Media Institute, Linnaeus University; Global Investigative Journalism Network; World Association of News Publishers; Wits Centre for Journalism; and Internews Earth Journalism Network are collaborating to launch the Sustainable Journalism Partnership, a global forum. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Climate Hub
When: 31 May - 5 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
We Don't Have Time, together with UNDP, Exponential Roadmap Initiative and other partners, is hosting The Climate Hub. This event seeks to empower participants to accelerate the SDGs during the UN Decade of Action, through increased engagement with other members of the global environmental community. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Launch of Transformers Digital Exhibition and 'SPBF-Society Hub'
When: 31 May - 4 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The work of the UN Science-Policy-Business Forum, towards Stockholm+50, focuses on the transformative actions required to put the world on track to meet environmental goals. Over 70 top industries and private-sector market-leaders will contribute to this year's event, working closely with leaders from Government, the science sector and civil society. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Acting for a healthy planet: Environmental Science-Policy Solutions and Pathways
Where: Virtual
Sustainable Development Solutions Networks in Northern Europe and Kenya will be discussing how to create action for the environmental dimension of sustainable development. The purpose is to highlight and discuss how to support UNEP, national and regional stakeholders to mitigate the triple planetary crisis. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
The Peoples' Perspective
When: 31 May - 1 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
UNA Sweden will host a two-day conference on 31 May and 1 June on how to solve some of the greatest challenges of our time via civil society partnerships for environmental action, new thoughts for sustainable economics, and local action for climate and circularity. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
How to measure net zero success. Carbon reporting needs standardization. Learn why – and what your business should do to prepare
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
In this webinar, hosted by Normative, experts will explain why a standardized framework is key for businesses to measure net-zero success, why the financial sector is particularly impacted, what optimal net-zero success looks like, and what businesses should do now to prepare. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Healthy air, healthy planet, healthy people: securing a fossil-free future for all
Where: Virtual
Hosted by the Global Climate and Health Alliance and the Noncommunicable Disease Alliance, this event will bring together experts from across the health and environmental communities to discuss how the just phase out of fossil fuels is one of the most promising interventions to protect human and planetary health. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Symposium on Judges and the Environment: The Impact of the Stockholm Declaration in Shaping Global Environmental Law and Jurisprudence
When: 31 May & 1 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
This two-day Symposium, hosted by the Asian Development Bank, the Global Judicial Institute on the Environment, and the International Association of Judges, brings together Supreme Court Justices and senior judges from around the world to reflect on the impact of the 1972 Stockholm Declaration and the importance of strengthening judicial independence. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Making peace with nature: Environmental peacebuilding for sustainable development
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This session, hosted by the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform and other organizations, aims to deepen a conversation between environmental practitioners and policymakers and the peace and security community about the interdependence of peacebuilding and conflict transformation with the environment and sustainable development. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
The Youth Movements’ Toolbox to Transform our Future
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Framtidsjorden will arrange a youth seminar “The Youth Movements’ Toolbox to Transform our Future” during the Peoples Forum. The seminar will focus upon the intergenerational responsibility, and the inclusion of youths in the context of political and global discussions regarding climate change.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
How to enhance the sustainability performance in the fragrance value chain – a collaborative journey towards a green transition
Where: Virtual
Hosted by the International Fragrance, this webinar will highlight the global fragrance value chain with its sustainability challenges and opportunities for solutions. Together with members, partners, and companies like Natura&Co and LVMH, this event will also showcase how these initiatives contribute to the global sustainable development goals. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Ecocide law - the Stockholm legacy
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Join End Ecocide Sweden, Stop Ecocide International and We Don't Have Time to hear from leading voices in key sectors in the leadup to framing the legal basis for ecocide - the act of mass destruction of the environment. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Centering Indigenous wisdom and legal solutions to protect the future of life on Earth
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-Person
Join a sharing and listening circle in the presence of Indigenous elders from Sapmi, Ecuador, Mexico and North America, to learn about legal and ancestral ways to realign our relationship with nature from harm to harmony. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Overcoming the geopolitics of the blue economy: informal dialogue
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This event, hosted by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management, will provide a space to informally discuss the implications that the current geopolitical landscape implies for a sustainable blue economy and how cooperation can contribute to overcome an increased securitized marine environment. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Mobilizing private capital for climate and development in low- and middle-income countries
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
The Center for Global Development, the Zambian and (tentatively) Kenyan delegations to Stockholm+50, and Sida will host a panel discussion on mobilizing private capital for climate and development. This event aims to shed light on the potential of mobilization of private capital for climate adaption, conservation, and biodiversity. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Law and Finance in Harmony with Nature
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Stop Ecocide Foundation, Stop Ecocide International, Planète Amazone, Blue Green Future, and Rebalance Earth are hosting this in-depth conversation around legal and financial solutions to protect the Earth’s keystone species, vital ecosystems and climate, and the local and indigenous guardianship of these. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Climate Fresk workshops - How to transform 50 years of climate science into an exponential engagement of civil society
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Discover climate science in a fun and engaging way with this Climate Fresk workshop. Thanks to a novel approach bridging science and civil society, this interactive event will enable participants to learn more about the findings of the latest IPCC reports. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
The H22+50 Session and Dialogue of Eminent Experts on smart, sustainable, and inclusive cities
When: 31 May - 1 June 2022
Where: Helsingborg, Sweden | In-person & Virtual
Join the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and the City of Helsingborg for a discussion on how cities currently engage with national governments and other key stakeholders in their efforts to accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Register to join.
Associated Event | 31 May 2022
Youth for Ecocide Law: the legal framework for the future we want
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Organized by the newly launched network Youth For Ecocide Law, this youth-led panel discussion will open a space for global youth advocates to share their key demands to achieve a healthy planet and a thriving future, reflecting on the crucial role of advancing ecocide law at Stockholm+50. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Sustainable planet, sustainable health – how science-based solutions can drive transformative change
Where: Stockholm, Sweden and virtual
SEI, the University Alliance Stockholm Trio – Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stockholm University, will organize a one-day hybrid conference in conjunction with the Stockholm+50 UN meeting to showcase how science can and must contribute to solutions needed in the next decades to reach global targets. The conference will build on successful examples and action-oriented dialogues and engagements between academia and a wide range of societal actors linked to policy- and decision-making.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Cities Stockholm+50 High Level Forum
When: 1-2 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
This Forum will provide a unique opportunity to place cities squarely at the centre of the emerging debate on consumption-based emissions;strengthen collaboration among mayors and global business leaders, sending a clear market signal that cities are ready to change the way we consume; build on the outcomes of COP26 and increase pressure on national governments to move from pledges to actions, specifically on greening global supply chains; and get updated on the latest science and knowledge. Find out more here.
Other | 1 Jun 2022
Global just transition from fossil fuels
When: 1 June 2022
Where: Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre | Virtual (Livestream)
Prior to the Stockholm+50 international meeting, this event will explore the global shift away from fossil fuels. Stakeholders from indigenous groups and local communities, governments, civil society organizations and academia, among others, will explore concrete actions toward a just, equitable transition. Find out more.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Healthy Mind, Healthy Planet - Strengthening Values and Authenticity in Sustainable Development
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Healthy Mind, Healthy Planet - Strengthening values and authenticity in sustainable development, is a hybrid event hosted by Brahma Kumaris. How important are ethics, values and authenticity in strengthening and healing the relationships between humanity and nature? The panelists will examine which shift in mindset is needed so that the well-being of humans and nature can become the new imperative of our global action. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Pathways to Dairy Net Zero; How transformative agri-food systems can help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Join the dialogue hosted by the Global Dairy Platform and Arla Foods, and learn how the dairy sector is stepping up to help achieve the Paris Agreement. The dialogue will be a call to action for dairy sector colleagues to join the movement and commit to genuine and demonstrable action to reduce global GHG emissions from the dairy value chain. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Keeping the World's Environment under Review: An Intellectual History of the Global Environment Outlook
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Hosted by the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency, the Central European University and The Integrated Assessment Society, this event will involve a detailed account of how the most cross-cutting assessment of the global environment was done from the start. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Consultation on Transforming Law for "Making Peace with Nature"
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The University for Peace, the Normandy Chair for Peace, and the International Council of Environmental Law will convene experts to assess proposals for reforms in International law that address the environmental crises presented in there UN Report "Making Peace with Nature." Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Racing to protecting the Southern Ocean in 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Ocean Race and the Antarctic & Southern Ocean Coalition is hosting this event to drive policy for a healthier ocean. The Summit Series should be seen as a whole, where each of the Summits contributes to an overall goal towards the recognition of the inherent rights of the ocean. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Memorial service for extinct species
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
During our lifetime and as a result of our life choices, we have already eradicated 130,000 species. The Swedish Church is inviting you to an ecumenical memorial service for all the species we have lost. We will also find together the hope and the power of action for all the species we can still save.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
The role of sustainable finance in the Decade of Action
Where: Virtual | Webinar
Join the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative to discuss the key actions by private financiers in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and countering the triple planetary crisis. We will assess the target set by financial institutions to implement their commitments under the UN-convened industry Principles and Alliances. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Mother Earth Project's Parachutes For The Planet - Using Art to Activate Sustainable Communities
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
March with Mother Earth Project's Parachutes For The Planet around Stockholm! 16 Parachutes will be carried with the message, PEOPLE OVER PROFIT. Please Join us as we raise awareness about the need for governments to focus on the needs of people and not the profits of large corporations and the rich.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Inter-faith prayer manifestation
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Swedish Inter-Faith Council is hosting an Inter-faith prayer for the success of the Stockholm+50 conference proceedings. Member organisations of the Swedish Inter-Faith council will share prayers in an united, hopeful, atmosphere from their faith traditions for the success in humanity's efforts to achieve a healthy and prosperous planet.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Launch of ICAO Assistance, Capacity-building and Training for Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Where: Montreal, Canada
This event will highlight the key role of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the potential it has to catalyse immediate and meaningful action in the development and deployment of more sustainable of aviation fuels. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Appetites for change: the power of food
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Co-organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature and the One Planet Network, this event features a range of actors and decision-makers with inspiring experiences transforming food systems with a holistic lens. Conversations will center on the role food systems play in driving environmental, social and economic impacts. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Tipping Points - humanity at the edge of our planets tipping points
When: 1 - 19 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This event, hosted by the Institute for Futures Studies, Rikstolvan och Liljevalchs, Formas, Global Challenges Foundation and the City of Stockholm, will feature the multi-art work by the artist duo Bigert & Bergström, and a seminar series with international experts, climate researchers and artists.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Catalyzing change: grassroots activism for the right to a healthy environment
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
In conjunction with the Stockholm+50 Conference, the Raoul Wallenberg Institute, China Dialogue Trust, and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights will explore the role of grassroot activism for the right to a healthy environment. The event aims to provide a space for mutual learning and reflection. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Climate, Peace and Human Security An Inter-generational Dialogue
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The impacts of climate change threaten human security in many ways. This dialogue, hosted by Swedish Member of Parliament Elisabeth Björnsdotter Rahm, and the G100 Security and Defence Wing, will engage parliamentarians, experts and young professionals to explore the connections between climate, peace and human security. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Investing or divesting? What financial institutions most do to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
Handelsbanken Liv is hosting this panel discussion to explore the role of the financial institutions in accelerating the shift to a more sustainable society. The objective of this event is to highlight the current state, and what banks and insurance companies doing to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
For whose benefit? A critical discussion of corporate power in free trade
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This Panel discussion, arranged by the civil society coalition Stop EU-Mercosur Sweden, will focus on the issues with current free trade agreements. The goal is to provide the audience with new perspectives on free trade and treat its issues more holistically, rather than focused on isolated agreements.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Walk for endangered species
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Swedish church is hosting hikes at the nature reserve of Nacka, at the hiking trail Globalgo which is based on the Global Goals of the UN. The hikes will finish with a boat trip in to Storkyrkan, Gamla stan (Stockholm Cathedral in Old Town) for the memorial service of extinct species. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Co-creating Eco-Peace
Where: Bangkok, Thailand | Virtual
This event from the Chulalongkorn University Right Livelihood Summerschool, is devoted to Stockholm+50 and World Environment Day. The aim is to engage students, scholars and practitioners in a discussion on "Food as a Commons and the We The Peoples" campaign for global citizenship.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Agriculture and agroforestry as engines of change: keys for sustainable development instead of hampering the future?
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Framtidsjorden is hosting a seminar about how agriculture and agroforestry can become a key factor in building a sustainable society that lives within the planetary boundaries, with guest speakers from Uruguay, Colombia, India and Sweden. What similarities and differences are there regarding political will and approach, local conditions and openings for opportunity?
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Ending the era of militarism, protecting the planet (and why we need feminism to get there)
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Why is militarism one of the key obstacles to achieving a healthy planet and prosperity for all? This thought-provoking event, moderated by feminist environmentalist Joni Saeger, seeks to address this question through personal stories by feminist activists from Cameroon, Colombia, Sweden, and Zimbabwe.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Advancing market-based cooperation to increase climate ambition and accelerate the implementation of Agenda 2030
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This event, hosted by the Swedish Energy Agency, aims to demonstrate collective action and share experiences on how the scaling of carbon finance can increase climate ambition and accelerate the implementation of Agenda 2030. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Setting the foundation for bilateral climate cooperation
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
The Paris Agreement marks a milestone in the development of international cooperation on mitigating climate change. The event, hosted by the Swedish Energy Agency, aims to shed light on the opportunities of market-based climate cooperation, both for increased climate ambition and to accelerate implementation of sustainable development goals. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
The evolving journey from science to policy at the environment and development interface: the case of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
This panel discussion offers a historical journey along the science-to-policy interface of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. A panel of experienced IPCC authors alongside representatives from government, civil society and media will reflect on past experiences to explore future prospects for scientific assessments that can stimulate climate policies. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
From the ground up: channelling finance to smallholder forest and farm producers organizations for full spectrum climate action
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The main objective of this event, hosted by SIDA and the Forest and Farm Facility, is to increase the visibility of forest and farm producer organisations (FFPOs) in delivering ‘full spectrum climate action’. Join the discussion on getting financing to FFPOs to tackle the interconnected crises of climate and nature. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
The global food crisis – a threat or opportunity for young smallholder farmers and agripreneurs?
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
This event is co-organised between the Swedish International Agricultural Network Initiative and the Agriculture for Food Security 2030 programme and will be hosted by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, and will explore themes related to agriculture, forests, and the people who live and make their livelihoods of these. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Food Systems Transformation - how do we walk the talk?
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
In this event, hosted by The Hunger Project, inspiring leaders of different sectors will be brought together to examine the existing food systems and reimagine them. A cross-sectoral panel will discuss potential solutions within their fields, as well as actions needed to create a sustainable, socially just food system. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Pre-Summit on Global Just Transition from Fossil Fuels
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Co-hosted by Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty initiative, Stanley Center for Peace and Security, and the Nordic Council, this event will involve representatives of Indigenous nations, governments, international institutions, civil society, academic experts, faith organizations and others to address fossil fuel supply at an international level. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Outdoor Manifestation for a fair conversion
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Stockholm +50 Coalition tackles the intertwined crises of defunct development models, environment, climate, peace, health and global injustice, focusing on solutions on climate and environment crises and on the importance of solidarity with the Global South.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Parents from all continents call for a fossil fuel treaty to end the fossil fuel era and create an equitable future for all children
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Hosted by Parents for Future Global, explore local, national and global campaigns and strategies to engage parents in climate activism and the fight for an equitable future for all children.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
National Campaign on Ending Plastic Pollution
When: 1 - 30 June 2022
Where: China | Virtual
“National Campaign on Ending Plastic Pollution” is a nationwide non-profit event, hosted by the All-China Environment Federation, that aims to mobilize all stakeholders of China's plastic value chain, especially the public to pay higher attention to plastic pollution and collect innovative solutions. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Feminist priorities for people, planet and peace
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The event, organized by the global coalition of Women and Feminist organisations, bring key recommendations from global eco-feminist movement. Despite 50 years of global environmental governance and 7 years of SDG implementation, governments continue to struggle with the human rights and gender equality dimensions of environmental policies. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Urgent legal action for a healthy planet: a new international crime of Ecocide
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
50 years ago, Swedish leader Olof Palme argued for an international law against ecocide. This cross sector, high-level panel event, hosted by Stop Ecocide Foundation; End Ecocide Sweden; Stop Ecocide International; Olof Palme International Center; Health of Mother Earth Foundation; and Planetary Emergency Partnership, honours his legacy.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
WE ARE OCEAN Sápmi @ KKH Royal Institute of Art
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
ARTPORT_making waves will bring their project WE ARE OCEAN Sápmi to the Royal Institute of Art as part of the Stockholm+50 Conference to engage the student community in environmental action and and empower a view onto traditional knowledge.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
The silent Antimicrobial Resistance pandemic urges a concerted global response - but what needs to be done?
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The Swedish International Agriculture Network Initiative and other partners will host a lively discussion on the scaling up of action for a global concerted One Health response to the antiobiotic antimicrobial resistance. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
The role of Scouting in sustainable and inclusive recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic
Where: Virtual
Through this event, the World Organization of the Scout Movement will explore how investing in non-formal education is crucial in preparing young people with practice skills, capacities, and experiences for the future. Six youth organisations, which comprises the five largest youth movements in the world, will also join this event. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
OPA Debates: Estocolmo + ou - 50? On the Road to Rio+30
When: 1 June, 3 June, 5 August, 2 September; 2022
Where: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | Virtual
OPA Debates are an online discussion cycle about the environmental issues organized by the Observatory of Environmental Practices IFRJ. It aims to celebrate the anniversary of the Stockholm Conference in preparation for Rio+30. The event will discuss the relevant achievements of Stockholm, inviting specialists from different focal groups to debate.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Shaping the Implementation of the European Green Deal to Enable a Just, Global Environmental Transition
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
Compiled by the Club of Rome, SYSTEMIQ, and the Open Society European Policy Institute, the launch of "International System Change Compass: The Global Implications of Achieving the European Green Deal" focuses on systemic changes required to achieve a successful global environmental transition. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
High-level Segment of the meetings of the Conferences of the Parties to the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Under the theme “Global Agreements for a Healthy Planet: Sound management of chemicals and waste” the High-level Segment will address how the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions contribute to tackle the triple planetary environmental crisis. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Visit Moderna Museet and the exhibition Björn Lövin-The Surrounding Reality with free admission
When: 1 - 30 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Björn Lövin expanded traditional art genres and was one of the first Swedish artists in the late 1960s to make spatial installations, called environments at the time. None of Björn Lövin’s original environments were preserved after being presented in their respective exhibitions in the 1970s and 1980s. Moderna Museet is now hosting the exhibition Björn Lövin-The Surrounding Reality.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Ecocide Law and the Respect to Mother Earth: Perspectives from the Americas
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Hosted by Stop Ecocidio (Stop Ecocide International in Spain and Americas), and co-sponsored by OPIC, Planet Amazon and Lacemos, this event will encompass bringing different perspectives around ecocide and how to prevent it and protect Mother Earth (indigenous, youth, women, environment defenders) in the Latin American region. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Transforming our Relation with Land and Nature from an Intergenerational Perspective - Indigenous People’s roles for a healthy and just planet 2072
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
Indigenous peoples and local communities play a crucial role in safeguarding the world's forests and biodiversity. This event will explore how support for indigenous and community land rights and agency can accelerate global progress towards a more just, resilient, and sustainable future. Welcome to Sida 1st of June to dive into these topics! Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Our Common Agenda: Our Shared Responsibility to Youth and Future Generations
Where: Virtual
The event will present the International Young Leaders Council, who will highlight the progress towards the establishment of the UN Youth Office and the UN Youth Council. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Global Environmental Governance: Ethical Foundations & Practical Proposals in an Age of Interdependence
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-Person and Virtual
Leading experts on innovations in global environmental governance will aim to explore ethical foundations and practical proposals for our governing systems to ensure prospertity - for both humanity and the natural world. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Arrivals Day Transparency Talks - A Doconomy Initiative
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Leading up to Stockholm+50, Doconomy with the support of the partner UNFCCC are launching Arrivals Day, which aims to approach the interconnectivity of some of the most important questions related to the future of the planet. A future that needs to realign to more transparency and interconnectivity at the core of all efforts to mitigate the climate crisis. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Researchers Desk Live @ Sergels Torg 1/6 and Norrmalmstorg 3/6
When: 1 June & 3 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
Climate Researchers from the network Researchers Desk will be present to have climate conversations and explain the science behind the reports to members of the public. Pariticpants will be able to talk directly with the climate researchers and seek ways to minimize the damages with Climate- and Ecological Crisis.
Other | 1 Jun 2022
Industry Transition Dialogue
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
The Leadership Group for Industry Transition and World Economic Forum are gathering ministers, CEOs and representatives from various industry transition initiatives, to ideate actions needed for heavy industry sectors to meet the 1.5°C target established by The Paris Agreement. Stakeholders will follow up on COP26 commitments, and align on agenda-setting for COP27, G7 and G20.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Appetites for change: The power of food
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Through this event, the OPN Sustainable Food Systems Programme and the World Wide Fund for Nature will continue building momentum by advocating for the integration of sustainable food systems into key multilateral processes on climate, biodiversity and pollution. Register to join.
Associated Event | 1 Jun 2022
Economy and finance for a just future on a thriving planet - Report launch
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
This event, organised by the Beijer Institute of Ecological Economics at the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, Stockholm Resilience Centre at Stockholm University and the Nobel Foundation, will present a report focused on the role of the financial system in building both human and planetary resilience in the Anthropocene. Register to join.
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Action Towards Green and Blue Financing
09:30-10:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: The governments of Kenya and Sweden
The event will aim to galvanize discussions and political impetus for action towards Green and Blue financing for the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals.
Contact: Lynnette Lokuruka (lyylok1_at_gmail.com)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
A Green and Climate Resilient Transformation of Agri-food Systems for People and the Planet
09:30-10:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: FAO, UNDP, UNEP, Belize, Liberia, United Kingdom, and Uruguay
The event will feature discussion among multiple stakeholders how to implement and ensure synergies between global commitments and frameworks to transform agri-food systems to be more efficient, more inclusive, more resilient and more sustainable.
Contact: Katherine Clyne (katherine.clyne_at_fao.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Green Jobs for Youth Pact
09:30-10:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: ILO, UNEP, UNICEF
100 million jobs worldwide could be created by 2030 in a sustainable economy scenario. However, serious investments in upskilling and reskilling are needed to reap those benefits. ILO, UNEP and UNICEF are teaming up with partners to accelerate young skills and talent for green jobs through their new Pact.
Contact: Mette Lund (lundm_at_ilo.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Wellbeing Economies: A new economic approach for human and planetary health
09:30-10:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: European Environmental Bureau, Wellbeing Economy Alliance, WWF International, Club of Rome, Swedish Society for Nature Conservation, Global Call to Action Against Poverty, International Cooperative Alliance, IBON, Trust Africa, Wales, Kingdom of Bhutan, European Commission
The planet, societies and economies are under growing pressure. This event aims at reimagining policymaking to design economies that serve human and planetary health. Governments will showcase innovative instruments and policies to establish wellbeing economies. Civil society responds and shares its vision for a new economic system.
Contact: Patrizia Heidegger (patrizia.heidegger_at_eeb.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Water Alignment: To enable innovation and finance for a climate-resilient future
09:30-10:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: Global Water Partnership, Governments of The Netherlands, Sweden, and Tajikistan, UNEP-DHI
Water Alignment harmonizes those seeking to achieve global targets and those responsible for deciding on actions and investments to reach those targets. In this panel, we will explore how water alignment and ecosystem thinking can be applied to make transformational change possible by deliberately choosing to work differently and collaboratively.
Contact: Darko Manakovski (darko.manakovski_at_gwp.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Improving Sustainable Development by Integrating Peace: Approaches, tools, and lessons from environmental peacebuilding
11:30-12:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: Environmental Peacebuilding Association, Environmental Law Institute, Geneva Peacebuilding Platform, PeaceNexus, United Nations Environment Programme, University for Peace, Externado Universidad de Colombia, International Union for Conservation of Nature - Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy
This session highlights specific ways to improve sustainable development through environmental peacebuilding. It will showcase key guidance and tools to support integrating and advancing environmental conservation, economic development, and sustainable peace, while also encouraging practitioners to think proactively about what tools they may need in the future.
Contact: Carl Bruch (bruch_at_eli.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Our Action Plan for a Sustainable Planet in the Digital Age
11:30-12:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: UNEP, UNDP, International Science Council, Future Earth, Sustainability in the Digital Age, Kenyan Ministry of Environment and Forestry
The transformative capabilities of digitization are a crucial tool to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. This event serves as the official launch of the CODES Action Plan for a Sustainable Planet in the Digital Age with a call to action and participation in listed initiatives.
Contact: Dirk Osiek (dirk.osiek_at_uba.de)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Conversations: Generations of climate change shapers
11:30-12:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: UNICEF, Fridays for Future Sweden
Real-time, simultaneous, unscripted conversations across two generations of climate change shapers toward bolder, bigger, and more inclusive collective action. Five young innovators from around the world talk with climate scientists, policymakers, UN partners, and leading corporate executives about what we need to do for a healthy planet and prosperity for all.
Contact: Cristina Baeza (cbaeza_at_unicef.org)
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Reef Dwellers
Where: Virtual | Online show
Reef Dwellers art show by artist Selva Ozelli celebrates the role of the oceans in our everyday life and inspires action to protect reefs which occupy only 0.1 per cent of the global sea surfaces. But more than 25 per cent of marine biodiversity is supported by them. You will be able to visit the show online.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
How can a shift in mindset contribute to a sustainable planet?
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
In 2015, the Sustainable Development Goals gave us a comprehensive plan for a sustainable world by 2030. The 17 goals cover a wide range of issues that involve people with different needs, values, and convictions. We lack the inner capacity to deal with our increasingly complex environment and challenges. In this seminar, hosted by Brahma Kumaris, you will learn more about how inner development can enable the change we need to see. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Future Voices and Anna Whitlocks gymnasium – a dinner invitation - engaging UN delegates
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
Hosted by Framtidens röster (Future Voices) in partnership with upper secondary school Anna Whitlocks gymnasium, this dinner will engage students, UN delegates, politicians and decision-makers to drive change towards a more sustainable society. Please sign up by emailing [email protected], and we will provide additional information.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Mahanandi Great Bull declaration
When: 2-5 June 2022
Where: Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh and Kurnool, India
The Mahanandi (Great Bull) declaration, a scientific methodology paper, celebrates how the Great Bull connects to the Earth and the Earth really connects to the human well being. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Mobilizing international financing to restore and accelerate Sustainable Development Goal progress
Where: Virtual | Webinar
This event, hosted by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network and the OECD Development Assistance Committee, will have hight-level speakers from international institutions, national governments and civil society to discuss major priorities for the international financing system to accelerate progress of the Sustainable Development Goals. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
"Perfect Balance" Series, Virtual Gallery, By Günsu Saraçoğlu
Where: Virtual | Online series
The "Perfect Balance" series is a virtual gallery by Günsu Saraçoğlu that explains the chaos created by the human desire to dominate every field from past to present. Our roots are in nature, as the natural structure of nature is destroyed, this series tries to draw attention to the natural texture and harmony in nature by creating textures. You will be able to visit the series online.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
50 Years Work on the Environment @ UNECE
Where: Virtual | Website
The event is a website that documents 50 years of successful work on environmental issues done by the Economic Commission for Europe. Our environmental activities are all geared to accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs, to build back better from COVID-19, and to address the triple planetary crisis. Visit the website.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
2nd Stockholm International Workshop on Sustainable Development and Human Dignity
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
The Global Strategic Institute for Sustainable Development will provide a platform to all stakeholders to share their experiences and insights on Sustainable Development and Global Dignity, as they are connected with the social fabric of global society and are an integral part of global trust building. Register to join.
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Safeguarding Our Common Home - A Pathway of Hope in the Stockholm+50 Declaration
11:30-12:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: Common Home of Humanity, Global Pact Coalition, Global Governance Forum, International Institute for Law and the Environment, 2022 Initiative Foundation, One Earth Philanthropy, Baha'i International Community, ZERO – Association for the Sustainability of the Earth System
This event will open a new phase of discussions around rethinking Global Commons, toward a critical paradigm shift, based on the one-page four-step structured Declaration presented at Stockholm+49, considering: 1-Implement Right to a Healthy Environment 2-Recognize, restore and Safeguard Global Commons 3-Establish a Regenerative Economy 4-Prioritize Governance and Institutional Solutions.
Contact: Ana Luísa Guimarães (ana.guimaraes_at_commonhomeofhumanity.org)
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Getting to Zero - The Potential of Carbon Markets to Support Development and Climate Action
Where: Berlin and Bonn, Germany | Virtual
The Development and Climate Alliance Foundation, with support from the UNFCCC Secretariat, is hosting a webinar to highlight how private sector actors can play a central role in overcoming our shared climate crisis. Discussion will explore how companies wield ambitious climate-protection concepts and sustainability-standards to achieve climate goals. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Women Leading Solutions for a Healthy and Just Planet
Where: Virtual
During this event, hosted by the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network, grassroots women leaders and global advocates will discuss environmental degradation and the climate crisis, and present a diverse array of strategies and solutions to secure strong communities and a just planet for current and future generations. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Climate Sessions International
Where: Mexico City, Mexico | Virtual
Youth-Building-The-Future-Global is hosting Climate Sessions - a project of live talks with young people from all the world to visualize the climate latitudes and differences. They will collectively act and share experiences and knowledge regarding youth action around the world for the climate. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
IFF Chamber Musical for Stockholm+50
When: 2 - 3 June 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Interconnected Food Feature Chamber is hosting the Stockholm+50 musical, which is dedicated to musicalize the multidimensional features of safeguarding people, resources and the planet in achieving a sustainable development.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Our health is on Fire
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
How does climate change affect our health and how can we relieve those consequences? IFMSA-Sweden and the Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health will discuss this question by visualizing the existing health and climate related crisis and holding a panel discussion with youth, researchers and policymakers from Sweden and Uganda.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Reimagining the Human-Environment Relationship
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
Join UNU Centre for Policy Research and UNEP for a conversation with an exciting panel of authors that offer critical and challenge perspectives on the human environment relationship and the required policy changes to meet the interconnected crises today and on the horizon. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Guided by Faith: Faith Plans turning Commitment into Action
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
FaithInvest and LM International are hosting a workshop on how faith-actors can develop long-term environmental action plans. The workshop will feature Faith Plans, a multi-faith programme that mobilises faith communities and organisations, representing the world’s major faith traditions, to create long-term action plans. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Gender Equality is key for tackling the triple planetary crisis: stories from UNIDO-EU cooperation
Where: Virtual
The event will be a platform of storytelling for women entrepreneurs and agents of change that are involved in United Nations Industrial Development Organization-European Union projects addressing environmental issues. Hear from them as they contribute to more resilient, inclusive and sustainable future societies. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Sustainable and just consumption-based carbon budgeting for municipalities
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This event, hosted by the Nordic Council of Ministers; Stockholm Environment Institute; Aarhus University; Finnish Environment Institute; and the Center for International Climate Research, will showcase Nordic municipalities’ current work towards climate neutrality and share lessons learned. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Climate Action and Water for Life towards Creation Justice - a faith perspective
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
This workshop, hosted by the World Council of Churches and International Partnership on Religion and Sustainable Development, will encourage participating organisations to address pressing ecological concerns and take urgent action, including actions addressing economic justice issues that are intrinsically connected with eco-justice. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Agrifood Tech Innovations for a Healthy Planet: Creating opportunities and empowering the next generation of agripreneurs
Where: Virtual
The launch of the 2022 Startup Innovation Awards, hosted by The World Food Forum and Extreme Tech Challenge, aims to engage and inspire young entrepreneurs to help transform food systems on the intersection of climate, agriculture and the environment. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
UNCDF and the BRIDGE Facility on “How To Fill The Gap With Loans And Guarantees In LDCs For Clean Energy, Climate And Women Empowerment Project”
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
UNCDF and SIDA are bringing together representatives from international organizations, governments, and the private sector to share perspectives on how guarantees can be used effectively to enable sustainable development pathways for LDCs, with a focus on unlocking financing for SMEs and infrastructure projects. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
A digital, green, consumer-powered recovery?
Where: Virtual
Consumers International, together with UNCTAD and the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, are hosting a discussion on the global actions needed to drive a green, digital, and consumer-powered recovery. The event will present a ground-breaking set of policy recommendations to empower the sustainable online consumer through information. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Accountability for a healthy planet for the prosperity of all: Accelerating nature positive corporate and collective action
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
This event, hosted by the World Benchmarking Alliance, will bring together diverse stakeholders and explore how to accelerate nature-positive corporate and collective action. The actions that different stakeholders need to take will also be examined. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Using the Sustainable Development Goals as an accelerator to transform companies and the corporate world.
Where: Virtual
This event hosted by Albacombee and Equation Durable, aims to raise the attention of less informed public among business leaders and managers likely to embrace transformation. The event will also explore how to use the Sustainable Development Goals as a great tool and accelerator to transform a business. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Young Leadership in Civic and Political Participation
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This event, hosted by the Government of Canada and International IDEA, will feature a panel of youth leaders, as well as government and academic representatives which will focus on how youth leaders are strengthening our democracies and contributing to a healthy and sustainable planet for all. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Tackling the Triple Planetary Crisis: The role of the private sector in Europe
Where: Virtual
This event, as part of the UN Global Compact's Leaders Summit, will follow and reflect upon the opening of the Stockholm+50 conference and discuss the challenges European companies face on their journey to a low-carbon economy and showcase progress towards meaningful corporate climate action. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Children for the conservation of the environment
Where: Monrovia, Liberia | Virtual
This engaging and educative dialogue and educative project, hosted by Green Environmental Actions, is designed to give kids a better understanding about environmental issues and to also get their part of solutions to the global fight in curbing the catastrophic impact of climate change and other problems that humanity is faced with as the results of our actions in the past.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Members of the first Global Citizens' Assembly on the climate and ecological crisis present their declaration
Where: Virtual
Through this event, the Global Citizens’ Assembly aims to share how the human family was brought together to learn and deliberate on the climate and ecological crisis. The event will bring the lived experience of citizens all over the world and introduce the Citizens’ proposals developed during the deliberative process in the run up to COP 26 in Glasgow. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Panel Discussion: Youth Environmental Activism in Conflict-affected Areas
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The purpose of this event, hosted by the IM Swedish Development Partner, is to provide an opportunity learn and interact with youth environmental activists from conflict-affected areas, and to summarize key themes emerging from the discussion to use in policy advocacy.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Education for Sustainable development as a key lever to accelerate the implementation of 2030 Agenda in Africa
Where: Rabat, Morocco | Virtual
In this event, the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection aims to create a dialogue space for an integrated action leveraging the potential of education for sustainable development in education to build an inclusive and effective path for the achievement of the 2030 Agenda in Africa. The purpose is to share information, provide concrete examples of good practices and lessons learned and thus answering to the objectives of Stockholm+50.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Engaging in Seascapes and Landscapes for a Healthy Planet, Healthy People & Healthy Economies: How World Bank Partnership Programs PROBLUE and PROGREEN Are Leading Sustainable Change
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
This event, hosted by the World Bank, will highlight how the portfolio of country, region, and knowledge activities implemented by PROBLUE and PROGREEN are helping countries to adopt innovative approaches, polices and financing to sustainably manage their seascapes and landscapes for better outcomes for people, the planet, and economies.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Climate Diplomacy in the Middle East: Regional Insights for Global Solutions
Where: Ketura, Israel | Virtual
Hosted by the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, this event will involve a panel of academics and practitioners who will discuss how on-the-ground solutions are proof of concept for climate diplomacy and can give policy makers actionable insights. It aims to promote climate justice and climate adaptation, particularly in the face of conflict.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Empowering Young People to take their Seat at the Decision Making Table - A Path Towards Intergenerational Equity and Responsibility
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person & Virtual
Join the Future Leaders Network and the Youth Negotiators Academy for an intergenerational dialogue on how to empower young people to participate in the most important environmental negotiations around the world. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Building Forward Equal from the COVID-19 Pandemic through Community Stewardship driven by Nature-Based Solutions
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
Green Hope Foundation's event will bring together an multidisciplinary, intergenerational and interfaith panel of speakers to discuss how we can build forward better and more equal from the COVID-19 pandemic through community stewardship driven by nature-based solutions, and roadmap of actions needed to facilitate the same. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Games, Hands-on Activities for Sustainability, SDGs, and Sustainable Future
Where: Dehradun, India
This event will address developments for the SDGs and sustainability of our planet. Building an inclusive, effective path for the sustainable future with SDGs require quality education. Learning, engagement with games, hands-on activities is very important, and our work shows that students and youth understand and take action for climate change, SDGs. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Taking Stock and Moving Forward: Lessons Learned from an Assessment of the Political Impact of the Sustainable Development Goals
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
Have the Sustainable Development Goals become a transformative force in governance across local to global level? This is the key question of the SDG Impact Assessment, the first wide-ranging scientific assessment on the SDGs steering effects, involving 61 researchers. This launch event presents findings and hosts a science-policy dialogue on pathways forward. Register to join.
Associated Event | 2 Jun 2022
Interface Dialogue Finance and Biodiversity (IDFB) 9 – Defining and implementing alignment of all financial flows
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The Interface Dialogue Finance and Biodiversity is an initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality of the Netherlands (LNV) in close collaboration with the governments of UK and France. It brings together 25 Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity and aims to foster learning and exchange on the issue of resource mobilisation between Parties negotiating the GBF and experts from the public and private financial sector. Email idfb-dialogue.org to join.
S+50 Process | 2 Jun 2022
1st Plenary Meeting
09:30 - 13:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Plenary Hall | Livestream
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Waste Management – An urgent issue to be addressed at the local and municipal level to achieve Sustainable Development Goals and to fight climate change. Mayors’ dialogue on targeting Zero Waste
11:30-12:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: UNDP, Avfall Sverige – the Swedish Waste Management Association, The International Solid Waste Association
Local authorities and municipalities play a pivotal role for waste management. This event will support the leadership dialogue 1 through promoting systemic change toward zero-pollution and zero-waste societies by bringing together mayors of several cities and representatives of international organizations to discuss the issues, outline solutions, and forge new partnerships.
Contact: Anna-Carin Gripwall (anna-carin.gripwall_at_avfallsverige.se)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Introduction to Action Hub
10:00 - 10:20 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2
Introduction to the Multi-stakeholder Action Hub
Other | 2 Jun 2022
SMEs: Gamechangers from Global to Local Actions towards Sustainability
10:30 - 11:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: SEED (hosted by adelphi) and Normative, in close collaboration with UNEP, GO4SDGs, 10YFP/OPN and SME Climate Hub, together with Germany, Indonesia, Brazil and Uganda
Global awareness of the urgency of tackling pollution, climate change and the destruction of nature is growing exponentially. This event will explore how Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are drivers of innovation as they secure local jobs, protect ecosystems, and enhance resilience.
Contact: Arab Hoballah (arab.hoballah_at_seed.uno)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Stockholm Action Agenda launch: transforming global value chains
10:30 - 12:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: World Business Council for Sustainable Development, Stockholm Environment Institute
The Stockholm Action Agenda will be launched at this event, outlining key levers and actions for the business and international community to embrace to transform value chains.
Contact: Elisa Leimer (leimer_at_wbcsd.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Powering Change: Young People leading the COVID-19 response and recovery
13:30-14:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: Global Youth Mobilization powered by The Big 6: World Organization of the Scout Movement, World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, World Young Women’s Christian Association, World Young Men’s Christian Association, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
An estimated 1.2 billion young people have been impacted by the negative effects of the pandemic. Young people, through Global Youth Mobilization (GYM) have been at the forefront of the pandemic recovery. Their solutions have helped tackle the effects of COVID-19 for over 800,000 community beneficiaries in 77 countries.
Contact: Hannah Graham (hannah.graham_at_scout.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
A Common Agenda for Future Generations
13:30-14:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: Hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Sweden and organized by the United Nations Foundation
This High-Level Signature Roundtable is an intergenerational roundtable exploring how to better understand, think, and act for future generations. It will bring together young change makers and decision-makers to discuss how to advance an international agenda for the people of the future, starting with the 10.9 billion people who are predicted to be born by the end of this century
Contact: Pelle Enarsson (penarsson_at_unfoundation.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Accelerating Integrated Action for a Healthy Planet and Prosperity of all – A dialogue with UN Heads of Agencies
13:30-14:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: UN Environment Management Group
This side event will feature a roundtable discussion with Heads of UN Agencies, who will share their views on opportunities and priorities to accelerating delivery of the environmental dimension of the SDGs, as the UN system begins the next 50 years towards achieving a healthy planet for the prosperity of all.
Contact: Jannica Pitkanen (jannica.pitkanen_at_un.org)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Built Environment transformation
12:30 - 13:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: WBCSD and Global ABC
This session will highlight some of the critical market and policy changes that need to happen in order to achieve the vision of a net-zero, nature-positive, inclusive and resilient built environment.
Contact: Roland Hunziker (Hunziker_at_wbcsd.org)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Rethinking economies for a safe, secure and prosperous future on a healthy planet
12:30 - 13:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: The Club of Rome, the Stockholm Resilience Centre, the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Earth4All
Join us for an exclusive preview of the findings from Earth4All. Earth4All is a unique international initiative that brings together leading economic thinkers and system dynamic modellers to explore global scenarios that provide wellbeing for all within planetary boundaries.
Contact person: Luca Miggiano (lmiggiano_at_clubofrome.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Revisiting Economics and Finance to Accelerate Action for People & Planet
13:30-14:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: UNEP, ILO, UNDP, UNIDO & UNITAR under the auspices of the United Nations Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), together with funding partners, partner countries, and partner initiatives including the Environment for Development Initiative, Stockholm Resilience Center (Stockholm University), Poverty and Environment Action, UNEP Finance Initiative, among others.
Linear and fossil-based economic and finance models of the past are no-longer an option in a world of increasing planetary crises, climate risks, growing socioeconomic uncertainties, inequalities and poverty. In this event, policy makers, economists, UN leaders and civil society discuss solutions for accelerating progress towards the SDGs by revisiting economics and finance.
Contact: Clara Axblad (clara.axblad_at_un.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Keys to a better future - Recommendations from the scientific report Stockholm+50: Unlocking a Better Future
13:30-14:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: Stockholm Environment (SEI) and Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)
The science is clear: decisive and bold action is urgently needed. In this event, leading experts debate recommendations put forward in the report Stockholm+50: Unlocking a Better Future. The report, launched by CEEW and SEI ahead of the Stockholm+50 international meeting, provided a scientific basis to the meeting and proposed actions leaders can take now for systemic change to accelerate.
Contact: Nina Weiz (nina.weitz_at_sei.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Coming Together for Healthy People and a Healthy planet: The UN system’s commitment to advancing the human right to a healthy environment
15:45-17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: OHCHR, UNEP, UNDP, WHO, UNECE, UNICEF, IMO, ICAO
This event will explore how UN efforts to advance the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment have contributed to improved outcomes for people and planet highlighting recent UN inter-agency collaborations under the UN Environmental Management Group, the Secretary General’s Call to Action and Our Common Agenda.
Contact: Benjamin Schachter (benjamin.schachter_at_un.org)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Transformers 1: The Stockholm+100 Journey Starts Now | Trailblazing Nature-Positive Sector Transitions to Save the World
14:00 - 15:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: The United Nations Science-Policy-Business Forum on the Environment
By putting a multi-sectoral and intergenerational lens on how the future is shaped by today’s actions, the session will present robust actions by trailblazers who are transforming entire sectors towards a more sustainable path.
Contact: Shereen Zorba (shereen.zorba_at_un.org)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Transforming the Food & Agriculture value chain
14:00 - 15:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: WBCSD
This session will be a multi-stakeholder dialogue to discuss how we can trigger practical, and rapid, sustainable transformation and collective actions along the food and agriculture value chain to achieve our vision for a regenerative and equitable food system.
Contact: Clarice Mporamazina (mporamazina_at_wbcsd.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Nature-based Restoration and Multipurpose Use of Rangelands: Promising solutions to benefit our planet and people
15:45-17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: Government of Mongolia, WWF, IUCN, ILRI, FAO, IYRP International Support Group
The event aims to strengthen nature-based solutions to accelerate ecosystem restoration in rangelands through a human rights-based approach, and to ensure fair and sustainable benefit sharing for pastoralists and other users of rangelands. It will be an interactive panel discussion between representatives of governments, pastoralists, scientists and civil society.
Contact: Chimguundari Navaan-Yunden (chimguundarin_at_gmail.com)
S+50 Process | 2 Jun 2022
2nd Plenary Meeting
15:00 - 18:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Plenary Hall | Livestream
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Value Chain Co-Creation with Youth
15:30 - 17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: Youth Task Force
This event aims to raise a challenging discussion on reinventing business solutions for a resilient future and the place of considerations for nature in it.
Contact: Saher Baig (saher.baig_at_unmgcy.org) (prel. contact)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Pioneer the Possible – from Stockholm to Sharm el-Sheikh and beyond
15:30 - 17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: Business Sweden – The Swedish Trade and Invest Council
This high-level event gathers front-running business leaders, academia and governmental officials to discuss pioneering solutions to mitigate the urgent climate crisis.
Contact: Asli Sungur (asligul.sungur_at_business-sweden.se) or Franca Mafael-Lippitz (franca.lippitz_at_business-sweden.se)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Natural Resource Use for a Healthy Planet and Human Prosperity
- 15:45-17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: UNEP International Resource Panel, European Environment Agency, SYSTEMIQ
The Global Resources Outlook (GRO) is the International Resource Panel (IRP)’s flagship report: its next edition explores delivering human wellbeing through inclusive strategies which lower resource use and its environmental impacts. In this interactive session IRP’s Co-Chair and GRO’s lead author will share emerging key messages and crowdsource policy ideas.
Contact: Hala Razian (hala.razian_at_un.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Economy and Finance for a Just Future on a Thriving Planet
15:45-17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: Stockholm Resilience Centre
This session explores key research insights and tangible recommendations on how economies and the financial sector should help accelerate a step-change in ambitions towards sustainability, biosphere stewardship and a just transition.
Contact: Astrid Auraldsson Sjögreen (astrid.auraldsson_at_su.se)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Judges, the Environmental Rule of Law and a Healthy Planet Since the 1972 Stockholm Declaration: Achievements, challenges and opportunities.
15:45-17:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: International Association of Judges, UNEP, Asian Development Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, International Council of Environmental Law, Environmental Law Institute, and Earthday.org, with partners: Global Judicial Institute on the Environment, Swedish Association of Judges, Office of the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and the Environment, UN Special Rapporteur on the Independence of Judges and Lawyers, IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law, European Union Forum of Judges for the Environment, and Global Judicial Integrity Network of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime
This Side Event will be the first-ever dialogue among supreme court justices and judges from around the world on the opportunities for realizing the promise of the environmental rule of law and the importance of guaranteeing judicial independence and integrity after the Stockholm Declaration.
Contact: Denise Antolini (antolini_at_hawaii.edu)
Other | 2 Jun 2022
Sustainable Living within 1.5 degrees: innovative pathways to live better and lighter
17:30 - 18:45 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: Hot or Cool Institute, in cooperation with Germany/BMUV and Colombia (Ministry of Environment) and GO4SDGs (UNEP)
Panelists at this event will explore how our future lifestyles would need to change and will present different scenarios and pathways for sustainable living.
Contact: Beatrice Meo (B.Meo_at_hotorcool.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Transforming Agricultural Innovation Systems by 2030: The Agriculture Breakthrough
17:45-19:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: UK Foreign Commonwealth Development Office, the CGIAR
This side event will update on the advancement of the Agriculture Breakthrough which was announced at World Leaders Summit at COP26 as a key mechanism to accelerate the innovation and deployment of technologies in agriculture.
Contact: Leanne Zeppenfeldt (leanne_at_clim-eat.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Increasing Financial Action for Green and Sustainable Development
17:45-19:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: Swedish International Development Agency, World Bank Group
This event will showcase and consolidate the ongoing work aiming to scale up mobilization of private and institutional capital, led by WBG, SIDA and investor-led initiatives, including Global Investors for Sustainable Development Alliance and Swedish Investors for Sustainable Development Alliance with a special focus on climate and environment related investments.
Contact: Eva Atterlöv Frisell (eva.atterlov.frisell_at_sida.se)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Resistance and Resilience: Enhancing civic space for women and girls in climate activism
17:45-19:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: The UN Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, DefendDefenders, Earthrights International, and the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law
Women and girls play prominent roles in the climate justice movement, but they often face disproportionate levels of violence, harassment, and discrimination. This event will offer insights into initiatives that enable the activists’ work and present recommendations to address the lack of recognition of women climate defenders in international forums.
Contact: Julia DaSilva (jdasilva_at_icnl.org)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Faith in Earth – A deep conversation on religious perspectives on the way forward for a healthy planet
17:45-19:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: Swedish Pentecostal International Relief and Development Agency, LM International, SMC-faith in Development, Faith for Earth Initiative within UNEP
Faith communities have a rich tradition of applying a holistic world view on human life and creation. They acknowledge the cry of the earth with the cry of the most vulnerable in our societies. The seminar will create room religious perspectives on the themes covered in Stockholm +50.
Contact: Mikael Jägerskog (mikael.jagerskog_at_pmu.se)
Side Event | 2 Jun 2022
Women on the Frontlines of Climate Change: Reports from the field and strategies for action
17:45-19:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: Women’s Learning Partnership for Rights, Development, and Peace, L'Association Démocratique des Femmes du Maroc, Cidadania, Estudo, Pesquisa, Informação e Ação, Groupe d'Initiatives pour le Progrès Social/West Africa Region
Women’s Learning Partnership and co-sponsors Cepia, ADFM, and GIPS/WAR will bring together women leaders from the Global South to discuss climate change and the interconnected injustices impacting women as a result. Panelists will share strategies for action to build an equitable and sustainable future for all.
Contact: Tori Pell (tpell_at_learningpartnership.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Co-writing the Future: International success stories of youth participation
09:00-10:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: Jongerenmilieuraad, Green Africa Youth Organization, International Association for the Advancement of Innovative Approaches to Global Challenges, Girls4Climate Action Uganda, Youth for Road Safety, Youth@SAIIA, Youth Climate Councils Global Alliance, Jonge Klimaatbeweging, We Are Tomorrow Global Partnership. Supported by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
Youth participation is essential for democratic decision-making with a focus on long-term prosperity. In this event, we will highlight the experiences of young people and governmental decision-makers. This event will highlight the voices of young people from all over the world.
Contact: Sarah Isabella Welter (s.welter_at_jongerenmilieuraad.nl)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Financing Locally led Action for People, Nature and Climate in the Decade of Action
09:00-10:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: International Institute for Environment and Development, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency
Locally led action is critical for addressing the crises of nature, climate and poverty, yet research shows that finance and decision-making is not reaching IPLCs in sufficient volumes to deliver their priorities. This event will explore how leaders at Stockholm+50 can finance locally led action through the Decade of Action.
Contact: Ebony Holland (ebony.holland_at_iied.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
50 Years of Environmental Policies
09:00-10:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: Stakeholderforum, FoRUM Norway
A variety of speakers (scientists) will give an overview of 50 years on environmental policies and law. This is based on a series of webinars we organized on 7 different topics (governance, law, MEAs, education, civil society input, environmental rights, etc.). Presentation of the Peoples Environmental Narrative.
Contact: Leida Rijnhout (leida.rijnhout_at_stakeholderforum.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Achieving a sustainable and inclusive recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic: Shaping economies that work for women
09:00-10:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: President of the UN General Assembly, Government of Sweden and the United Nations Foundation
This event will address women’s empowerment in shaping formal and informal sectors, especially in the context of environmentally sustainable transitions; and what practices and policies are already in place that can be duplicated, to support women’s participation.
Contact: Pelle Enarsson (penarsson_at_unfoundation.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Developing a Roadmap to a Nature Positive Economy
09:00-10:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: WWF, UNEP-WCMC
Gaps in global governance are hindering a rapid transition to a nature-positive economy. This event presents the case for a politically mandated and inclusive process to develop a roadmap of reforms to international institutions and systems which will guide countries on concrete action to transition to a nature-positive and net-zero economy.
Contact: Åsa Ranung (asa.ranung_at_wwf.se)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
The Urgency of Recognizing Rights for Nature during the Planetary Emergency
11:00-12:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: Earth Law Center, Rights of Mother Earth, GARN Europe, Rights of Nature Sweden
The organizing parties stand for the Rights of Nature, and we acknowledge these rights are inherently intertwined with human rights. We recognize the special contribution of Indigenous Peoples who have maintained cultures that respect Mother Earth and acknowledge their wisdom and leadership within these organizations.
Contact: Myra Jackson (mljack19_at_gmail.com)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Global Call for Financial Action towards the Nexus between Climate and Security
11:00-12:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: The Republic of Kenya
As part of a growing group of concerned UN member states, including the Small Island States, the event will seek to galvanize consensus on the Climate Change – Security nexus and in this regard, push for a more active role by the Security Council and like-minded Member States in mobilizing commitment towards climate financing to address the security issues.
Contact: Kevin Thuo (kevinthuo247_at_gmail.com)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Just Transition: The path to a healthy planet for the prosperity of all
11:00-12:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: Olof Palme International Center, International Trade Union Confederation, the ITUC Just Transition Centre, The Swedish Trade Union Confederation, SOLIDAR, Foundation for European Progressive Studies, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
A radical climate transition is necessary – but the transition will not succeed unless it is also just. Workers and communities must have safety during this profound makeover of our economies. They must also have a voice in how it’s done. Come and learn about what a Just Transition looks like!
Contact: Cajsa Unnbom (cajsa.unnbom_at_palmecenter.se)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
50 Years of Natural Sites and Species Conservation: Meanings, achievements and challenges of the CITES, CMS, WHC and Ramsar Conventions
11:00-12:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, Convention on Wetlands of International Importance especially as Waterfowl Habitat, World Heritage Convention
As we celebrate 50 years of global environmental action for the anniversary of the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment, our side-event commemorates the birth and achievements of four key biodiversity-related Conventions adopted in the 1970s: the CITES, CMS, WHC and Ramsar Conventions.
Contact: Juan Carlos Vasquez (juan.vasquez_at_cites.org)
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
God Grön. An art intervention by Jeremy Deller
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This is an art project by British artist Jeremy Deller, initiated by Moderna Museet. The God Grön (Good Green) art intervention offers an opportunity to share the experience of eating sustainably with others and at the same time reflect on how we can use the energy we gain in the best possible way.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Earth Logic – handling our future with care
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Earth Logic and sustainable fashion professors, Mathilda Tham and Kate Fletcher, will explore what might happen if we apply an entirely new outlook on the fashion sector, climate crisis and social injustice. Together we will discover new possibilities for fashion that truly handles our future with care. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Mobstick
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
The aim of this event, hosted by the Youth Competence Center, is to orientate new household occupants on household cleaning tools usage and maintenance, and tackling the mantra of public sanitation involvement reluctance especially among community people.
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Environmental Crises as Humanitarian Crises
13:00-14:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, International Committee of the Red Cross, Kenya Red Cross, Swedish Red Cross, United Nations Environment Programme, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Joint Environment Unit, World Wide Fund for Nature - WWF
The event will discuss how planetary crises are contributing to humanitarian crises, especially for vulnerable and marginalized communities and groups, and in fragile contexts. It will bring together key humanitarian and environmental actors to talk about actions they are taking to reduce risks through working with nature.
Contact: Ninni Ikkala Nyman (ninni.ikkala-nyman_at_ifrc.org)
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Envisioning Our Environmental Future
Where: Virtual
Environmental Policy and Law (EPL) and IOS Press are commemorating the publication of the Special “Stockholm +50 And Beyond,” Series, which explores cutting-edge, ideational solutions to our shared triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Turning debt into climate action: How ending the dept-trap diplomacy will pave the way for climate justice
Where: Virtual
This webinar, hosted by "Debt for Climate!", a grassroots Global South-driven movement, will unite social, labour & climate justice movements from the Global South & the Global North to turn debt into climate action.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Global Systems Accounting Beyond Economics
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
The Global Systems Accounting Beyond Economic virtual panel discussion, from The International Environment Forum, proposes non-financial, global systems accounting that reflects a vision of a just society, in harmony with nature. Key to such global systems accounting is the use of science-based measures of progress towards environmental sustainability and human well-being. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
A Philanthropies and Global Funds Roundtable on Innovative Solutions to Accelerate the Transition Towards a Net-Zero, Nature-Positive, and Equitable Future
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The Global Environment Facility is convening a philanthropies and global funds roundtable on innovative solutions to accelerate the transition towards a net-zero, nature-positive, and equitable future. Ultimately, the roundtable will explore possibilities for a joint Philanthropies and Global Funds initiative to support transitions to a healthy planet. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Future Voices and Rålambshovsskolan – a dinner invitation - engaging UN delegates
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
Hosted by Framtidens röster (Future Voices) in partnership with middle school Rålambshovsskolan, this dinner will engage students (ages 13-19), UN delegates, politicians and decision-makers to drive change towards a more sustainable society. Please sign up by emailing [email protected], and we will provide additional information.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Responsible World Citizens and Healthy Planet – how conscience-driven solutions can accelerate ecosystem restoration
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
The Association of World Citizens, the Federation of World Peace and Love, and the Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy will engage environmental activists, policy makers, educators, and other attendees to discuss how to apply conscience education and exchange conscience-based solutions to foster responsible world citizens to accelerate ecosystem restoration.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Guided by Faith: Faith Plans Renewing People and Planet
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person and virtual
FaithInvest is hosting this learning and sharing event on how faith-actors are leading the way on committing to and taking decisive environmental action, using their faith, values and beliefs as a catalyst for positive social and environmental change. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Towards circularity – sharing and scaling up the accelerators
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
'Hosted by Sweco, the webinar addresses global challenges, such as climate change and resource scarcity, with the circular economy as a catalyst for transformative change in societies and economies around the world. The need for speed is urgent. To transform society fast enough we need to identify and address the barriers towards positive change.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
The impact of COVID-19 and recovery packages on emission pathways to 2030: Examples and lessons learned
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
This panel discussion, arranged by the Nordic Council of Ministers, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre, and Concito, will explore the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, and associated rescue and recovery packages, in implementing the Paris Agreement. Two Nordic publications, which assess the impact of COVID-19 and recovery packages, will also be discussed.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
COVID-19 Recovery: The Role of Education for Sustainable Development in Community Resiliency and Environmental Sustainability
Where: Virtual
The Global Schools Program is working to foster environmental literacy and inspire the climate champions of tomorrow. This event will showcase innovative practices for school-wide sustainable change in 89+ countries across 1,300+ schools, with 102,600+ student participants. The session will raise the voice of education stakeholders at Stockholm +50. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Playing with biodiversity offsetting – a playful dialogue
When: 3 June, 19 August & 9 September 2022
Where: Tampere, Helsinki, Pori; Finland | In Person
Through this interactive gaming created in collaboration with STUE, the Gamification Group and Tampere University, Finland, stakeholders involved in sustainable development and conservation will engage in playful dialogues to enhance their mutual understanding and facilitate future collaborations. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Because of My Faith: The Bible & The Environment
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Yehiwot Berhan Church of Ethiopia Development Organization is hosting a workshop which will approach practical teachings from the Bible for environmental protection, and how to mobilise Christian communities for climate action.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Improving International Cooperation on Air Quality for Health, Climate, and Development
Where: Virtual
This event will highlight the need to strengthen regional agreements to improve air quality and global cooperation to reduce air pollution. Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Synthetic Biology: a bold choice for a healthy planet?
Where: Virtual
Synthetic biology and global youth are the two major factors to shape the future and to secure a healthy planet for the prosperity of all. This event aims to share knowledge about the role of synbio for the protection of the planet for the next 50 years. If you have projects, ideas, works or thoughts about environment protection & securing a healthy planet, please join us! Register to join.
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
Positive Summit
Where: Stockholm, Sweden
Hosted by the Fund Nature, Coalition for Rainforest Nations, Max Burgers, Climate View, and Data Alliance, the Positive Summit aims to offer business, finance and tech solutions to accelerate our transition for a climate, nature, and planet positive future. Register to join.
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Youth Perspectives from Paris to Stockholm and Sharm el-Sheikh
9:00 - 10:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: Youth Love Egypt Foundation
This event will provide a road map for youth till COP 27, and discuss how Stockholm+50 can contribute to COP27 through having a clear work plan and activities, focusing on the 1.5 degree objective as a goal from Paris Agreement.
Contact: ylefoundation_at_gmail.com
Other | 3 Jun 2022
How to accelerate the mobility value chain sustainable transformation?
9:00 - 10:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: WBCSD
This session will discuss how to accelerate the mobility value chain sustainable transformation through the lens of decarbonization, efficiency through greater digitalization, automation and behavior change.
Contact: Urska Skrt (urska.skrt_at_wbcsd.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Financing Circularity: For a sustainable recovery and green jobs
13:00-14:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: Global Opportunities for Sustainable Development Goals, UNEP Finance Initiative, German Ministry of Environment, International Labor Organization.
This event will bring together champions on circularity, including financial institutions, private banks, regional alliances on circular economy and UN Agencies. They all will share their work on promoting financial mechanisms and instruments to accelerate the transition to a circular economy and its contribution for green job generation.
Contact: Adriana Zacarias Farah (adriana.zacarias_at_un.org)
S+50 Process | 3 Jun 2022
3rd Plenary Meeting
10:00 - 13:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Plenary Hall | Livestream
Associated Event | 3 Jun 2022
No greening without adult learning and education
Where: Virtual
Through this event, the European Association for the Education of Adults, the International Council for Adult Education, SOLIDAR and the SOLIDAR Foundation, aim to contribute to the discussions at and around the UNEP's Stockholm+50 conference, and show why greening and sustainable development needs more adult learning and education. Register to join.
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Trade Facilitation for the Circular Economy
10:30 - 11:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: WBCSD
This event will dive into the opportunities of the circular economy and address how challenges with movement of secondary materials could be addressed through optimizing technology and procedures.
Contact: Maayke Aimée Damen (damen_at_wbcsd.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Safeguarding the Right to a Healthy Environment: Roles of defenders and business actors
13:00-14:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: Swedwatch, Afrikagrupperna, Amnesty International, Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, Centro de Alternativas al Desarrollo, ForumCiv, Green Advocates International, IBON International, Latinamericagrupperna, Swedish Society for Nature Conservation, We Effect
Through moderated discussions with panelists, the event sheds light on the right to a healthy environment, and how duty bearers, especially business actors can accelerate and improve due diligence practices to safeguard the right.
Contact: Yayoi Lagerqvist (yayoi_at_swedwatch.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Enhancing Synergies between the Rio Conventions at National and Global Levels to Deliver the Decade of Action
13:00-14:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: Convention for Biological Diversity, UNFCCC, UNCCD, Global Environment Facility, Government of the United Kingdom
The heads of the CBD, UNCCD, UNFCCC and the GEF will discuss synergy and complementarity in the implementation of the Rio Conventions and the GEF at national and global levels. The presidencies of the three Conventions will discuss integration at national and global levels and present a common vision.
Contact: David Ainsworth (david.ainsworth_at_un.org)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Driving accountability through Scope 3 transparency
12:00 - 13:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: WBCSD
This session will examine the key mechanisms and policy guidelines needed to create an enabling environment that will incentivize companies to reveal more granular emissions data to track against net-zero targets and overarchingly accelerate system transformation.
Contact: Nicolas Duvoisin Zanchi (duvoisin_at_wbcsd.org)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
LDC Perspectives on realizing the Stockholm Outcomes
12:15 - 13:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: Global Green Growth Institute, UNEP LDC Group
The UNFCCC LDC Chair, Madeleine Diouf Sarr, in conversation with former LDC Chair Gebru Jember Endalew and ICCCAD Director Saleemul Huq, will explore LDC priorities and actions towards achieving a healthy planet for the prosperity for all.
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
High level event on the Road to Lisbon
13:00-14:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: Governments of Kenya and Portugal
The high level event at will feed into the outcome of UNEA5.2 adopted resolutions and the high level special event by members of the oceans panel scheduled to be held on the margins of the UN Oceans Conference and also COP27.
Contact: Yvonne Kivuti, Foreign Service Officer, Office of the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kenya
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Humanity's Last Chance Saloon: Indigenous traditional knowledge and custodianship
11:00-12:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: Minority Rights Group, The Tenure Facility
After a brief introduction to climate mitigation and adaptation issues as viewed by indigenous communities, this event will focus on the central role of indigenous traditional knowledge in safeguarding the environment. Alternative models for sustainable environmental custodianship will be suggested with a call to action rooted in indigenous peoples’ rights.
Contact: Carl Soderbergh (carl.soderbergh_at_mrgmail.org)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Using the clothes we love to protect the nature we need
14:00 - 15:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: The Government of Kenya, UNEP, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI)
The textile industry is globally important for driving industrialisation, trade, development, social value, and female empowerment. However, the way we produce and consume textiles is unsustainable, and is already contributing to the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution.
Contact: Maëlys Nizan (maelys.nizan_at_un.org)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Transformers: Women in Sustainability
14:15 - 15:15 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: The United Nations Science-Policy-Business Forum on the Environment
The journey from ‘business as usual’ to authentic innovation and positive change requires the breaking of barriers and overcoming obstacles that may seem at time surmountable. To make way to positive Stockholm+100 scenarios
Contact: Shereen Zorba (shereen.zorba_at_un.org)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Data Driven Environmental Solutions Hub
16:00 - 16:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: UNEP
Join UNEP and partners in presenting the concept of a Data Driven Environmental Solutions Hub, a crucial component of the World Environment Situation Room to support developing countries in implementing actions on the triple planetary crises through access of digital and technological solutions.
Contact: Arab Hoballah (arab.hoballah_at_seed.uno)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Towards A Sustainable, Youth-Inclusive Future: Presenting the demands of the Stockholm+50 Youth Policy Paper
15:15-16:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: Stockholm+50 Youth Task Force in partnership with youth constituencies from across the world
This seminal event will present the work and policy demands from the globally organized Stockholm+50 Youth Task Force to the world leaders present at the Stockholm+50 international meeting. It will also feature a discussion with panelists on how the work and demands of the S+50 Taskforce could lead to implementation by policymakers, individuals, and organizations worldwide.
Contact: Shreya Ramachandran (rshreya_at_gmail.com)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Together for a Healthy, Resilient, and Green Recovery
15:15-16:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: World Health Organization, UN OHCHR, UNFCCC, UNDP, International Federation of Medical Student's Associations, Karolinska Institutet
This event will bring together various UN agencies, NGOs and academic institutions working on the intersection between the human right to health, environment, and sustainable development to discuss and elevate the 6 Prescriptions of the WHO Manifesto for a healthy and green recovery from COVID-19.
Contact: Marina Maiero (maierom_at_who.int)
S+50 Process | 3 Jun 2022
4th Plenary Meeting
15:00 - 19:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Plenary Hall | Livestream
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Launch of a Global Corporate Accountability Framework
15:45 - 16:15 (CEST)
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2
Organizers: WBCSD, SEI and UNEP
Leading up to Stockholm +50, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), in close collaboration with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), curated the Stockholm Action Agenda: Transforming Global Value Chains which calls for a global accountability and transparency mechanism.
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Building Partnerships for Blue Economy, Sports and Environment
15:15-16:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: State Department for Fisheries, Aquaculture and the Blue Economy, Ministry of Tourism & Wildlife, Stockholm Environment Institute
This side event will focus on building partnerships to promote a sustainable blue economy, sports and environment. The event will thus be in two parts: the first focussing on science, innovations and investments in blue economy, while the second part will focus on sports, specifically, actions by athletics federations to champion air quality and climate actions.
Contact: Lucy Obungu (lucyobungu_at_yahoo.com)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Feminist Climate Justice: Empowering women and girls through the rule of law
15:15-16:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: International Development Law Organization, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, Rights and Resources Initiative, Government of Peru, UN Women
Women and girls are at the forefront of transformative climate action. Despite this, women remain underrepresented in environmental decision-making. This event will facilitate discussions on how rule of law approaches to feminist climate action can transform legal and institutional processes related to climate and environmental governance.
Contact: Ilaria Bottigliero (ibottigliero_at_idlo.int)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
Indigenous Peoples' food and knowledge systems: solutions on sustainability, conservation and restoration
17:00 - 18:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 2 | Livestream
Organizers: UNEP, UNESCO, FAO, Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ food systems and the World Reindeer Herders (WRH)
Considered some of the oldest and most sustainable on the planet, Indigenous Peoples’ food systems are intimately tied to the natural world and are capable of providing food and nutritional security while restoring ecosystems and maintaining genetic diversity.
Contact: Siham Drissi (siham.drissi_at_un.org)
Other | 3 Jun 2022
A global roadmap for an inclusive circular economy
17:30 - 18:00 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Stage 1
Organizers: The Royal Institute of International Affairs (Chatham House)
This session will present the proposal for a global circular economy roadmap initiative, reflect on how circular economy has been featured during the Stockholm+50 process and outcomes, and look at the way ahead for circular economy after Stockholm+50.
Contact: Patrick Schroeder (PSchroeder_at_chathamhouse.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Action towards Marine Plastic Pollution for Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals
15:15-16:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: Government of Kenya, Government of Ecuador, The International Maritime Organization, Food and Agriculture Organization, World Wide Fund for Nature
The side event aims to create awareness of the impact of plastic pollution on the ocean with a particular focus on marine plastic pollution and galvanize action towards the mitigation for the purposes of SDGs implementation.
Contact: Martha Kimani (wmartha116_at_gmail.com)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Environment of Peace: Securing a just and peaceful transition in a new era of risk
17:15-18:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 1
Organizers: Stockholm International Peace Research Institute's Environment of Peace initiative
The much-needed transition to a lower-carbon, greener economy offers many opportunities to contribute to peace. But only if the risks of transition are understood and managed properly. The high-level panel will reflect on the key security challenges – locally and geopolitically – of the green transition.
Contact: Claire McAllister (claire.mcallister_at_sipri.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
A 2030 Vision for a Responsible and Sustainable Minerals and Metals Sector
17:15-18:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 2
Organizers: UNEP, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, Principles for Responsible Investment
This event will discuss how all stakeholders are key in raising the ambition of the mining sector. The event will illustrate this by addressing the environmental and social challenges in the mining sector and how to build back better from the Covid-19 pandemic to ensure a sustainable and inclusive sector.
Contact: Charlotte Ndakorerwa (charlotte.ndakorerwa_at_un.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Global Kick-off of the EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission: Building consensus and setting clear food system targets for people and planet
17:15-18:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 3
Organizers: EAT, The Lancet, Stockholm Resilience Centre, the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, Harvard University, OneCGIAR
Achieving the 1.5° climate goals is not possible without urgent food system transformation. At this kick-off event, EAT and its partners will introduce the global community to a new chapter of collaborative scientific research to provide consensus on healthy, sustainable, and just food systems.
Contact: Caroline Pledger (caroline_at_eatforum.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Investing in the Amazon’s future: Empowering indigenous communities as natural custodians
17:15-18:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 4
Organizers: The Inter-American Development Bank, The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency
Rapid deforestation, mainly driven by unsustainable agricultural expansion and logging - together with global warming, is turning the Amazon into a net emitter. This session will share experiences on how to proactively work to preserve a healthy Amazon through participatory models in which the capacity of local communities is strengthened.
Contact: Carlos Ayala (carlosay_at_iadb.org)
Side Event | 3 Jun 2022
Achieving a healthy planet for all through a gender just recovery
17:15-18:30 CEST
Stockholmsmässan, Room 5
Organizers: UNEP, Global Green Growth Institute, UN Women, and the Green Growth Knowledge Partnership Gender Expert Group
This event explores why the concept of “Just Transitions” and gender equality are central components of global environmental action to combat the three planetary crises and achieving the ambitions of a better post-COVID world where disadvantaged groups are socially and economically empowered to participate and benefit from recovery strategies.
Contact: Ingvild Solvang (ingvild.solvang_at_gggi.org)
Associated Event | 4 Jun 2022
Empowering Local Sustainable Communities
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
This International Environment Forum panel will present case studies from around the world that demonstrate the importance of adapting science for everyone, reading local realities, and consulting to achieve resilience, regeneration, climate mitigation and adaptation within a broadly participative, learning culture. Register to join.
Associated Event | 4 Jun 2022
Roundtable on Sport and the Environment
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-Person
The Swedish Athletics Association is hosting a panel discussion and roundtable dialogue on the theme of importance of sports and the environment at the Stockholm Olympic Stadium, prior to the Stockholm Marathon.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
Intergenerational Perspectives on Visions for the Future
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
The International Environment Forum and the Wilmette Institute presents a panel discussion in which a participant of the 1972 Stockholm Conference, together with five young people from around the globe, will share their hopes and visions for a sustainable world in harmony with nature. Register to join.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
Outdoor meditation and yoga on World Environment Day
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
This event, hosted by the Brahma Kumaris Environment Initiative, will help participants nourish their mind, body and the planet with peaceful thoughts in meditation and yoga outdoors. Both beginners and experienced meditators and practitioners of yoga can participate. Register to join.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
An environmental agenda for Colombia
Where: Boyacá, Colombia
"An environmental agenda for Colombia," hosted by Voces 2030 Colombia, is an intergenerational conversation space to share essential proposals and actions in environmental matters that, in a transversal way, contribute significantly to the construction of environmental sustainability for Colombia. Register to join.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
Rio2030 Environment Week
When: 5 - 11 June 2022
Where: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | In-person and virtual
The Rio 2030 Environment Week, established by the Sustainable Development Authority and the State Government of Rio de Janeiro, aims to give visibility to the outcomes of the Stockholm+50 conference, bring together different initiatives and to engage the population in the Rio 2030 Strategy. Register to join.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
Mindfulness for Earth Virtual Research Symposium Celebrating World Environment Day 2022
Where: Virtual
Mindfulness for Earth recognises the urgent need to tackle and prevent the triple climate crises through the methods of mindfulness, prayer & spirituality. This event is organised in partnership with UNEP’s ‘Faith for Earth’ Initiative and aims to bring together people of all faiths and the scientific community to create a direct impact on protecting Mother Earth. Register to join.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
Our Only Home: How Conscience-Driven Education and Solutions Can Accelerate Ecosystem Restoration for a Cleaner, Greener Planet
Where: Virtual
To honor World Environment Day, the Association of World Citizens, the Federation of World Peace and Love, and Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy will host a webinar where influential leaders will discuss how to apply conscience-based education and solutions to expedite change for a healthy planet. The event will also feature highlights of Stockholm+50 conference.
Associated Event | 5 Jun 2022
Life Cairn Ceremony – in memorial of extinct species
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
The Lodyn Ecopsychology Association and the Green Hope Foundation are hosting a ceremony in memorial of extinct species and biodiversity loss, with procession, sacred activism, speeches and poems. The event aims to remember and honour all plants, animals and habitats that perished due to human activity, and to show solidarity with the more-than-human species that remain.
Associated Event | 7 Jun 2022
Reflections on gender equality and climate change
Where: Virtual
Green Women, a member of the Swedish Womens lobby and the NGO organisation 1325, are delegates on Stockholm +50 and we will sum up how the outcome of the meeting will have on the impact on Womens equality. They are hosting this event to encourage women to take leadership over climate change. Register to join.
Associated Event | 14 Jun 2022
Re-imagining eco-social contracts for a safe climate, a healthy planet and prosperous societies
Where: London, UK | Virtual
What are eco-social contracts and how are they already re-shaping relationships and how we are governed for the better? The Green Economy Coalition and UNRISD explore these questions, together with those at the forefront of re-imagining how we use our institutions to achieve more just outcomes for communities and the environment.
Associated Event | 14 Jun 2022
Exhibitions: Pollinating insects and how to create an urban garden for biodiversity
When: 14 June - 25 September 2022
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | In-person
Discover two exhibitions in the courtyard of the Swedish Museum of Natural History: SURR – a photo exhibition where you meet some of the pollinating insects of Sweden in close-up portraits. Grow the City – an urban garden for biodiversity where you can get inspiration on forest gardening, pollinator friendly plants and habitats.
Associated Event | 14 Jun 2022
Defending the environmental defenders in the Global South
Where: Nairobi, Kenya and Indonesia | In-person and virtual
This event, hosted by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the International Land Coalition, focuses on the increasingly challenging and worrying trend of threats, harassment, and murder of environmental defenders in the Global South (Latin America, Asia and Africa). Urgent action is needed by the global community to remedy this challenge. Register to join.
Associated Event | 15 Jun 2022
Shashwat Gatha
Where: Pune, India
Shashwat Gatha, hosted by the Orange County Foundation, aims to promote the sustainable development goals and the pathways to implement them in the city of Gathagram, Dehu - a carbon-neutral township in Pune, India.
Associated Event | 22 Jun 2022
Guardianship of the Earth and interspecies justice. Recovering our ancestral ethics to save the future of our planet
Where: Virtual
The Biosphere Group, along with the Earth Law Group delve into reflections based on the ancient Latin American principle of guardianship of the Earth´ to safeguard the entire planetary web of life. Register to join.
Associated Event | 24 Jun 2022
New Frontiers, Experiences and Insights on the Gender-Environment nexus
Where: New York, USA & Nairobi, Kenya | Virtual
This event is cohosted by UNEP and UNWOMEN in collaboration with the University of Iceland and explores pathways towards new research and data, experiences and insights on the gender-environment nexus. Register to join.
Associated Event | 28 Jun 2022
EU Circular Talks: switching to the circular economy to tackle carbon emissions and the role of EU circular economy policies in reaching Net Zero
Where: Stockholm, Sweden | Virtual
On June 28, Normative.io and the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform will hold the second event of the EU Circular Talks, in conjunction with Stockholm+50 to discuss how switching to the circular economy can tackle carbon emissions and what role of EU circular economy policies play in reaching Net Zero. Register to join.
Associated Event | 30 Jun 2022
Promoting coherent policies for climate action, food security and water: new perspectives and practical solutions
Where: Brussels, Belgium | In-person and virtual
The European Centre for Development Policy Management seeks to build on outcomes of the Leadership Dialogue 3 on governance and institutional reforms, in a context where land, forestry and water resources are under strong pressures due to demographic and economic growth as well as policy failures. Register to join.
S+50 Process | 30 Jun 2022
Forward from Stockholm+50: What’s next?
Join us on 30 June 2022 from 17:00-18:30 CEST for the fourth and final session of the Stockholm+50 GGKP webinar series. This session provides space for reflection on what was achieved at Stockholm+50, what was missed, and what we are taking forward to the High-level Political Forum for Sustainable Development 2022 and the 77th Session of the UN General Assembly. Register to join.
