Governance challenges for a green economy in Africa
The institutional deficiencies hindering efforts to transition to a green economy framework must be addressed if Africa is to achieve its sustainable development goals. »
Expanding our moral universe
For humanity to continue to flourish, our moral decision-making must encompass a larger part of our natural and social environments. »
Return to rural communities: Resilience over efficiency
The trickles of people leaving cities for rural areas may reflect a universal consciousness regarding what is best for long-term survival. »
Biodiversity in Kanazawa: Spring’s lesson
The ecosystems around Kanazawa had an important role in shaping the city's functionality and aesthetics, and in sustaining its lifestyles. »
Standing strong: Anniversary of the Tohoku-Kanto Disaster
On this first anniversary, the thoughts of people across the world are with those who suffered the consequences of this nature-induced human tragedy. »
Communicating climate science online
The communication of scientific research is being transformed as universities and researchers begin harnessing web and social media tools to expand their outreach. »
Persistent organic pollutants in the marine food chain
A UNU-INWEH expert explains how marine mammals provide a window on pollutant concentration trends caused by climate and other global changes. »
From mountain to sea: A vision for rebuilding Tohoku
An oyster farmer turned author exemplifies how tsunami-hit Tohoku should rebuild by tapping into the region's rich wisdom and traditions. »
Can no-take fishery reserves help protect our oceans?
With our oceans under more pressure than ever before, the simple step of setting some areas off limits to fishery could reap tremendous benefits. »
Summer study on social vulnerability
Participants in the 2011 UNU-EHS Social Vulnerability Summer Academy examined climate change adaptation strategies in fragile states. »
Environmental management: Boosting research in Cambodia
Building research capacity in developing country universities helps to improve environmental management and planning. »
Winter’s lesson: Biodiversity in Kanazawa
A look at some features of Kanazawa’s cityscape that have developed in response to the winter climate. »
