UNU Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability

Knowledge for a Sustainable Future

Advancing global sustainability through research and education

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Featured Research

Electronic waste

Media Coverage

Leveraging Education & Innovation for a Circular Economy

24 May 2024

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Brief

Fostering Renewable Energy Uptake in Caribbean Small Island Developing States: Insights from Barbados

25 Apr 2024

Student solar panel

Media Coverage

Empowering Youth for a Fair and Inclusive Green Transition

10 Apr 2024

Upcoming Events

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Synergies for Sustainability: Celebrating 10 Years of UNU-IAS

TOKYO: This event will explore the key achievements and impacts of the institute since its founding in 2014.

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Credited Course on Climate Transparency

Enroll in our practicum course on measurement, reporting and verification of greenhouse gas emissions.
Apply by 2 June 

News

Side Event at 10th World Water Forum

News

Side Event Examines Water Security Challenges in Asia

31 May 2024

News

Experts Discuss Enhancing Subsidies and Incentives for Biodiversity Conservation

The side event was held at the fourth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation of the CBD in Nairobi.

30 May 2024

News

Symposium Highlights Collaborative Efforts for Noto Peninsula Reconstruction

The event highlighted the importance of cooperation across generations, sectors and regions for a sustainable recovery from the 2024 Noto Earthquake.

22 May 2024

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UNU SDG–Universities Platform

Promoting collaboration between UNU and Japanese universities to advance the SDGs.
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UNU-IAS Policy Brief Series

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Brief

Bridging Science and Policy for Integrated Action on Climate and Biodiversity

25 Jan 2024

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Brief

Landscape Approaches to Ecosystem Restoration

13 Oct 2023

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Brief

Climate Change Displacement and the Right to Education in Small Island Developing States

31 Jul 2023