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Advancing global sustainability through research and education

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Wind turbines and men fishing

Expert Insights

Data Centre in Coleraine, Minnesota, the United States

Commentary

Putting Sustainability at the Center of the AI Conversation

07 May 2026

Tanker

Commentary

The Middle East Conflict and Energy Security in Africa

07 Apr 2026

Indigenous people

Commentary

Empowering Indigenous Women as Education Leaders

08 Mar 2026

Rice terraces on Noto Peninsula

UNU Global Seminar in Ishikawa, Japan

Learn about resilience and sustainability from local initiatives in Noto Peninsula and Kanazawa City
Apply by 8 July

News

Youth Empowerment Programme 2026 at UNU-IAS OUIK

News

Youth Empowerment Programme Engages Students on Climate and Biodiversity

09 Jun 2026

Announcement

Global Consultations to Shape the Future Education Agenda

Young people are encouraged to share their views through a global survey.

21 May 2026

News

Event Discusses Community-led Approaches to Post-disaster Recovery

An event in Kanazawa City engaged citizens and local practitioners to discuss initiatives for sustainable recovery and resilient communities.

29 Apr 2026

Three fishers in Myanmar

Annual Report 2025

Explore our recent work, with features on UNU's 50th anniversary, AI and nature-based solutions.
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UNU-IAS Policy Brief Series

Ice sheets in Illulissat, Greenland

Policy Brief

Glacier Tourism in a Changing Climate: Balancing Conservation and Community Development

18 Dec 2025

India water management

Policy Brief

Promoting Water Valuation for Urban Sustainable Development in Asia

14 Jul 2025

Cooking on an efficient stove in Kenya

Policy Brief

Advancing a Just Energy Transition for Low- and Middle-income Economies: The Role of the G7

20 May 2025