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News 23 Nov 2022

Supporting the Reduction of Plastic Pollution via Nexus Governance Solutions in South Korea

As one of the biggest environmental problems caused by humankind, plastic waste accounts for 80% of all marine pollution.

News 14 Nov 2022

‘Walking the Talk’ at UNU-FLORES: Sustainability in Focus and the Power of the ‘Nudge’

Sustainability and the mindful use of natural resources are an integral aspects to the mission of UNU-FLORES.

News 04 Nov 2022

Dresden Celebrates United Nations Day

Initiatives and institutions across Dresden gathered in the city’s Town Hall last night for UN Day, under the theme Promoting a Culture of Peace.

Press Release 02 Nov 2022

Dresden’s City Hall Celebrates United Nations Day on 3 November

To celebrate United Nations Day (24 October), Dresden's City Hall will organize a festive event on Thursday, 3 November 2022.

News 28 Oct 2022

What Have COVID-19 Lockdowns Meant for Air Pollution? UNU-FLORES Investigates

A new study by UNU-FLORES measured the levels of air pollution in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, with some surprising results.

News 20 Oct 2022

From Coal Mining to a Green Economy – the Impact of NEXtra Core

The NEXtra Core project aims to explore new avenues for just energy transition studies, with a focus on building partnerships for the Global South.

News 14 Oct 2022

UNU-FLORES Expands Its Collaboration and Partnership Activities over Summer

The past few months have been a productive and innovative period in terms of strengthening UNU-FLORES partnerships and collaboration.

News 26 Sep 2022

UNU-FLORES Brings Resource Nexus Perspective to Sustainability Discussion at Dresden World Trade Centre

Led by Sustainability Coordinator Juliane Dziumla, UNU-FLORES co-organized a panel discussion with the WTC, which included a range of representatives.

News 24 Jun 2022

Disaster Risks in an Interconnected World

At Nexus Seminar No. 57 on 25 April 2022, Dr. Zita Sebesvari, Deputy Director of UNU-EHS, analyzed ten worldwide disasters.

Press Release 12 Apr 2022

DNC2022: Biodiversity and the Stewardship for Vital Resources – Programme Online

The Dresden Nexus Conference: How can biodiversity be protected and preserved, and how can the many associated challenges be overcome?

Press Release 16 Dec 2021

DNC 2022: Biodiversity and the Stewardship for Vital Resources – Call for Abstracts and Registration Opens

UNU-FLORES, TU Dresden, and IOER host online DNC2022 from May 23-25. Experts worldwide invited. Submit contributions by Feb 10, and register by Apr 15

Announcement 27 Nov 2021

Call for Abstracts: Dresden Nexus Conference 2022

UNU-FLORES is accepting DNC2022 abstract submissions for poster and oral presentations until 10 February 2022.