News
UNU-INWEH Launches “Global Water Bankruptcy” Report at the High-Level Water Policy Roundtable at UN Headquarters in New York
Ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference, leaders call for science-based action to address systemic water risks.
Announcement
Call for Contributions: RCE Youth Publication
The deadline for submissions is 16 February 2026.
News
UNU Rector Visits Miyazaki and Kagoshima Prefectures in Japan
Prof. Marwala engaged with local leaders, educators and students on some of the most pressing challenges facing Japan’s education system today.
Article
The world is in the 'era of water bankruptcy'–here’s what that means
The author of the Global Water Bankruptcy report, Kaveh Madani, explains the main findings of the report.
News
Ruben Olivares Bridged Regional Efforts to Achieve Effectiveness Against Plant Bacterial Pathogens
His fellowship seeks to resolve issues to formulate biocontrol inoculants with local genetic resources against aggressive crop pathogens
Commentary
Protecting Our Global Commons – The High Seas Treaty Is a Potential Gamechanger
A long-awaited UN agreement could close major gaps in high seas governance and strengthen global biodiversity and climate goals.
News
World Enters “Era of Global Water Bankruptcy” UN Scientists Formally Define New Post-Crisis Reality for Billions
Flagship report calls for fundamental reset of global water agenda as irreversible damage pushes many basins beyond recovery
Report
Unlocking AI’s Potential to Serve Humanity: Robotics, Geospatial AI and Communications Networks
How AI can advance human and planetary well‑being through responsible deployment.
Blog Post
Small AI, Big Results
How accessible, task‑focused AI tools can advance more equitable and sustainable development.
Blog Post
Soft robots for humanity
Soft robots use flexible materials and AI to navigate complex environments and assist humans in diverse tasks.