09/04/2026
A new initiative from the Vatican is bridging science and faith to confront the world’s biggest challenges. Three Commissioners were invited to join its launch and shared how scientific frameworks can guide faith-based actions.
17/02/2026
A new UN panel on chemical waste and pollution faces an uncertain future after failing to agree on next steps at its first meeting. Commissioner Miriam Diamond argues how this highlights the urgency of advancing Safe and Just Boundaries.
22/01/2026
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Earth Commission outlined what the science tells us about the risks of inaction and the opportunity that still remains. The message is clear: today’s economic choices will determine whether the planet remains stable and just.
05/09/2025
At a recent conference, participants received a sneak peek at the Earth Commission’s narratives of transformations to a safe and just world.
25/08/2025
Part of a record-diverse team of more than 600 global experts, Earth Commissioners will contribute their expertise to the UN’s most authoritative climate science assessment.
21/08/2025
Despite growing evidence of harm, negotiations for a plastics treaty collapsed this month. Earth Commissioner Miriam Diamond reflects on what this means for ecosystems, human health, and the fight to curb plastic pollution.
14/07/2025
Learn more about the Safe and Just Earth System Boundaries and download detailed explainers on each boundary.
30/06/2025
Two Earth Commissioners are helping ensure the UN’s top science-policy panel brings equity, innovation, and systems thinking to the heart of global decision-making.
16/06/2025
In a new paper, members of the Commission explain the criteria for setting these boundaries. They also find 14 to 85% of the global population are currently exposed to harm from critical areas like climate, water, and air pollution.
05/06/2025
Members of the Earth Commission and the Global Commons Alliance attended the UN Ocean Conference from June 9-13 in Nice, France, to accelerate action to conserve and sustainably use the ocean.
08/05/2025
Watch how the Earth Commission, by combining planetary science with social equity, is defining the limits we must respect to keep our planet stable and ensure all people can thrive.
26/03/2025
At the 2025 Villars Summit, the Earth Commission emphasized the urgent need for transformative systems change to address the climate and biodiversity crises.
10/03/2025
Covering more than 70% of our planet’s surface, the ocean plays a vital role for life on Earth. Its vast waters are home to everything from microscopic plankton to the world’s largest mammals. Billions find their food and livelihoods along its coasts and high seas. Roughly half the oxygen on Earth is generated by it […]