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Meta (Facebook) announces continued commitment. Join the fight against global warming and change.

because this week There are world leaders, advocates, environmental groups. and other agencies Attending the COP26 conference taking place in Glasgow today, Meta highlighted its strongest commitment ever. To achieve the goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions

This will help limit the temperature rise to 1.5°C. The commitment also includes expanding Facebook’s Climate Science Center operations in the Asia-Pacific region. This reflects the overwhelming global support for joining the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (Paris Climate Agreement) and in particular Thailand. Nine in 10 people support joining the deal, with six in 10 saying the government should prioritize the issue at a very high or very high level, and about eight in 10 want it to be implemented. increased to address climate change

Meta as a global business connects over 3 billion people each month. Understand the opportunities and responsibility of the company to create real change. In the past year The company has achieved a net zero greenhouse gas emission target for its global operations. It has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 94% since 2017 and is backed by 100 percent renewable energy.

Meta has also set ambitious goals to drive suppliers to net zero greenhouse gas emissions. and for operation The company’s goal is to treat more water than its use by 2030. Since entering into a contract for wind power applications in 2013, Meta has been using new solar and wind power. More than 7 gigawatts

Part of Meta’s commitment also includes collaborating with the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication. To conduct a survey of Facebook users in 30 different countries and territories, including Thailand. and ask them about their views on climate change issues.

In each country surveyed, it was found that more than Three-quarters of respondents believe climate change is real. But fewer people understand that the problem is caused by activities. Most of the human In Thailand, 7 out of 10 respondents said They are quite concerned or very concerned about climate change, and eight in 10 say they need more information on climate change.

With an understanding of the need to help people find the right scientific data on the company’s applications. As well as dealing with false information at the same time, Meta today shared more information on its expanded climate projects:

Leverage climate data from trusted agencies. Meta is expanding the operations of Facebook Climate Centers in more than 100 countries to connect people with factual resources, the world’s leading climate organization. including how to combat climate change in their lifestyles and providing a new section to show information about country’s greenhouse gas emissions compared to those countries’ commitments and goals.

Dealing with climate misinformation In the lead up to COP26, keyword detection operations during major public engagements made it easier for fact-checkers. This supports Meta’s existing work in partnership with more than 80 independent fact-checking organizations worldwide to review and prioritize content. This includes content on climate change.

Dealing with climate change According to a survey conducted by the Yale Program, more than 8 in 10 Thais believe that Thailand should use more energy from renewable sources, while 53 percent say that action to mitigate climate change will improve economic growth and create new jobs.

So Messenger supports the conversation about climate change. and helping people move more in a timely manner during COP26. Messenger will support the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) with the release of a new set of camera stickers to Helping you to create conversations about climate change more easily.

Creating Sustainable Growth for Small Businesses Meta to Launch a Sustainability Training Program to Support Businesses on Its Affiliate Applications Addressing Climate Change including reducing carbon emissions and help the business of

They grow sustainably.

Sharing Climate Management Opinions at the Conference COP26 It features experts and scientists as part of new content designed to inform and inspire climate management. with a live studio at COP26, where Meta is involved in hosting discussions with various climate change thought leaders, as well as hosting a new podcast called Climate Talks. Sophia Lee is the moderator. and a Facebook Live Say It With Science livestream covering health and climate change issues. Instagram will also be launching a series of articles, “Our Planet in Crisis,” telling the stories of activists and stakeholders. Organizes work dedicated to raising awareness and supporting others to address climate change in their local communities.

These operations are just a few of Meta’s long-standing investments in combating climate change and creating positive change. including making it easier for people to do the same. You can learn more about these latest projects at https://about.fb.com/news/2021/11/our-commitment-to-combating-climate-change/

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