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

Africa’s Energy Transition at Crossroad amid Tariff Wars and Policy Shift

Writing in Diplomatic Courier, our expert Mark Akrofi explores the impact of trade disputes and changing policies on Africa’s clean energy transition.

12 Aug 2025

Media Coverage

Higher Education Sustainability Progress

University World News article features UNU-IAS expert comments on the 2025 HESI Global Forum, challenges and the future of higher education.

25 Jul 2025

Media Coverage

UNU-IAS Experts Discuss Ecosystem Restoration on Nippon TV

An episode of the science education show "Tokoro-san no Megaten!" highlighted local landscape revitalization efforts in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan.

14 Jul 2025

Media Coverage

International Development Journal Features UNU-IAS

A Japanese journal reporting on international cooperation and development featured UNU-IAS research activities and postgraduate education.

03 Jul 2025

Press Releases

Press Release

Global Youth MIDORI platform 2025 — Call for Applicants for International Training Programme

Applications open for a youth capacity development programme to be held online in August 2025. 

30 Apr 2025

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