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Erin MacDermott
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Knowledge Hub Writer and Editorial Manager, C40 Cities
Brighton
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fashion, beauty, cleaning products
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By Erin MacDermott| Between the Lines (Podcast)@ The United Nations 2023 Water Conference takes place in New York this week, nearly five decades after the first conference in 1977. That first conference sought to avoid a global water crisis by the year 2000 and produced the Mar del Plata Action Plan – much of which remains relevant to this day. But much more is needed for the next 50 years. We now inhabit a world of semi-permanent water crises.
By Erin MacDermott| Between the Lines (Podcast)@ This International Women’s Day (8 March) falls after a year in which we have seen the continuation of gender backlash forces around the world. Women’s reproductive rights are being increasingly targeted, online gender based violence is multiplying in diverse contexts, and in many settings progress on LGBTQI+ and Trans rights is being reversed.
By Erin MacDermott| Between the Lines (Podcast)@ The United Nations 2023 Water Conference takes place in New York this week, nearly five decades after the first conference in 1977. That first conference sought to avoid a global water crisis by the year 2000 and produced the Mar del Plata Action Plan – much of which remains relevant to this day. But much more is needed for the next 50 years. We now inhabit a world of semi-permanent water crises.
Company Info
C40 Cities
C40 Cities is a global network of nearly 100 mayors from leading cities, focused on combating the climate crisis. The organization supports its member cities in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to net-zero emissions, in line with the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global heating to 1.5°C by 2030. C40 Cities provides various services, including climate action support, knowledge sharing, and leadership standards. It helps cities develop effective climate strategies and facilitates collaboration to share best practices. The organization also publishes research and reports on climate issues, develops guidelines for energy efficiency and water management, and runs programs to help youth find opportunities in green jobs. Collectively, C40 Cities represents over 22% of the global economy, making it a significant player in environmental policy and sustainable urban development.
London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2005