Media Relations

Press conference

The UNU-IAS Communications unit serves as the point of contact for all press-related inquiries. We connect journalists to academics who are experts in their field, and promote UNU-IAS research globally. A searchable database of our experts is available here.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Anne Lecroq
Media and Engagement Associate
Tel: (+81) 3-5467-1213
anne.lecroq@unu.edu

 

For Japanese-language media inquiries, please contact:

Tomoyo Tanno
Communications Associate
Tel: (+81) 3-5467-1255
tanno@unu.edu

 

 

UNU-IAS in the News

Media Coverage

A Global Learning Space for Sustainable Development

An article in University World News discusses the global impact of Regional Centres of Expertise (RCEs) on advancing sustainability.

19 Sep 2024

Media Coverage

Accelerating Clean Energy Transition in Developing Countries

Writing in Africa Renewal, UNU-IAS expert Mark Akrofi argues that a transparent policy environment is key to boosting investment in green energy.

17 Sep 2024

Media Coverage

Youth Training on Biodiversity & Climate Change Featured in Japanese Media

The session focused on youth involvement in global decision-making, selecting two students to participate in the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference.

05 Sep 2024

Media Coverage

Local Newspapers Feature UNU Rector Visit to Ishikawa Prefecture

Several articles in local Japanese media featured a visit to Ishikawa Prefecture by UNU Rector Tshilidzi Marwala.

26 Aug 2024

Press Releases

Press Release

UNU-IAS and AEON Environmental Foundation to Expand Cooperation on Global Sustainability

UNU-IAS and the AEON Environmental Foundation signed a MOU on collaboration to advance global sustainability.

06 Jun 2024

Press Release

UNU-IAS 10-Year Anniversary Event: Synergies for Sustainability

Journalists are invited to an event exploring the key achievements of UNU-IAS since its founding in 2014, and the future of sustainability.

27 May 2024

Press Release

UNU-IAS Symposium to Support the Recovery of Noto Peninsula: Building Back Better

UNU-IAS will co-organize a symposium on supporting recovery efforts in Noto Peninsula following the 2024 Noto Earthquake.

08 May 2024

Press Release

UNU-IAS Initiatives on Youth Empowerment for Implementing the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda

UNU-IAS will hold a press conference at COP27 to present updates on the institute’s initiatives on youth empowerment.

04 Nov 2022

Press Release

UN University to Launch Postgraduate Degree Specialisation on the Paris Agreement

Developed in collaboration with UNFCCC, the new programme will commence in Autumn 2023.

04 Nov 2021