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U.S. pledges $6 billion to protect the ocean

The warming of the planet means more heat entering the ocean. See what the U.S. government is doing to counter the problem.
Hand on strap around box with lettering reading 'USAID' (U.S. Air Force/Master Sergeant Matthew Plew)

America’s ongoing support for Pakistan’s flood recovery

To help Pakistan's recovery from devastating floods in 2022, the United States has pledged $100 million in addition to previous aid.
Woman holding packages of food (Courtesy of World Central Kitchen/WCK.org)

They rush into any crisis … and cook

World Central Kitchen has been feeding people in crisis since 2010. Learn about the work the nonprofit does in Ukraine and beyond.
Farmer's hand harvesting grapes using knife (USAID)

Helping to improve food security in Afghanistan

Learn about a USAID program that helps farmers across Afghanistan double their harvests by providing training and resources.
Dramatic sunset over dry, cracked earth (© Ivan Soto Cobos/Shutterstock.com)

How climate change affects the food crisis

This installment in a series looks at how climate change is among factors driving the current global food crisis.
Monica Medina speaking at lectern (State Dept.)

Making the world’s case for water and biodiversity

Monica Medina is the first U.S. special envoy for biodiversity and water resources. She will champion nature protection measures abroad.
Woman holding baby and hugging woman in FEMA jacket as two other women stand by in damaged neighborhood FEMA/Jocelyn Augustino)

Helping people before, during and after natural disasters

Learn about the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency and its role in responding in times of emergencies and natural disasters.
Two people in U.S. Coast Guard uniforms flanking man in short-sleeved patterned shirt (U.S. Coast Guard)

U.S. steps up climate investments in Pacific islands

The U.S. is strengthening relationships with long-standing Pacific island partners, including through new climate measures.
Man pointing while standing near water generating panel with group of people in military uniforms (U.S. Air Force/David Ford)

Climate planning keeps U.S. military mission-ready

From exercises to shoring up infrastructure to be climate resilient, learn how the U.S. military is preparing for climate change.