The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Project
Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)
This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs
Multimedia
Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.
An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.
Person
Paula Hidalgo-Sanchis
Paula Hidalgo-Sanchis is a Senior Consultant at UNU Macau, and also a Programme Manager and a Policy Advisor on digital technologies for social impact and sustainable development.
Person
Linjie ZHUGE
Autumn Zhuge is a Communications Fellow of UNU Institute in Macau who supports the COMMS team.
Expert
Zoe Holder
Ms. Zoe Holder is a Public Policy and Outreach Youth Fellow at UNU-INWEH, supporting initiatives related to outreach, communications, and public policy, particularly in connection with UN processes.
Expert
Prof. Zahra Kalantari
Professor Zahra Kalantari's work advances the understanding of interactions between urban socio-economic, socio-physical, and biophysical systems, which is essential for developing effective and efficient strategies and transition pathways for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and monitoring.
Expert
Dr. Amin Dezfuli
Dr. Amin Dezfuli is an atmospheric scientist investigating the physical mechanisms behind regional weather and climate extremes—and how these events impact people and ecosystems.
Blog Post
Parliamentary Committees for the Future: A Legislative Movement to Overcome Political Myopia
This durable, proven governance model ripe for adoption can help institutionalize anticipatory governance for future generations.
Event
Workshop on Innovative Resource Mobilization Strategies for International Organizations
Identifying concrete financing mechanisms to strengthen multilateral institutions and support delivery of global public goods.
Media Coverage
New Nature Study with UNU-EHS Author Outlines Framework for Fair Climate Relocation
New Nature article co-authored by UNU-EHS’s David Durand-Delacre presents a consent-and-support framework for just climate-related relocation.