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Climate Change: Its Impacts on Mental Health
An excerpt of the Q&A of the interview by the UN Regional Information Centre about the research of our resident mental health expert, Sanae Okamoto.
Press Release
The United Nations University and the Learning Planet Institute Are Joining Forces to Address the Major Global Challenges and Issues of Sustainable Development
UNU and the Learning Planet Institute have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop research programmes and improve access to education.
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COP28 Event Highlights Collaborative Strategies for Socio-Ecological Resilience
An event at the Resilience Hub explored cross-sectoral solutions to address the interconnected challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Article
Resistance Is Futile — South Africa Must Urgently Adapt to the New Age of Artificial Intelligence
South Africa stands at a crossroads, with the opportunity to harness the power of AI to transform its economy and society positively.
Media Coverage
Tackling the Interconnected Challenges of Climate Change and Air Pollution
Japan News op-ed argues for addressing climate change and air pollution simultaneously to generate climate and health co-benefits.
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Event at COP28 Discusses Leveraging Science & Technology for Climate Action
An event with UNESCO and IPCC explored key priorities and challenges, including the ethics of climate engineering.
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COP28 Event Shares Best Practices for Climate Change Education
An event at the Thailand Pavilion discussed initiatives from Malaysia, Mexico and Thailand.
Media Coverage
How Simple Changes in Daily Life Can Help the World Achieve Net Zero
Op-ed discusses minimal yet impactful lifestyle changes that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
News
COP28 Event Examines Pathways for Strengthening Paris Agreement Implementation
An event at the Japan Pavilion discussed strategies to address capacity gaps, showcasing UNU-IAS initiatives.
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Training Tomorrow’s Climate Leaders: A New Postgraduate Specialization from UNU-IAS
A COP28 press conference showcased the new UNU-IAS initiative building technical capacity to implement the Paris Agreement.