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Church in the forest in Ethiopia

Report

Strengthening Landscape Resilience through Faith-Based Socio-Ecological Infrastructure

13 Jul 2026

Crested Ibises

Commentary

The Crested Ibis Returns to Noto

20 Jun 2026

Tanker

Commentary

The Middle East Conflict and Energy Security in Africa

07 Apr 2026

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Course on Implementing the Paris Agreement

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Upcoming Events

Restoring mangroves in Seychelles

Side Event

Participatory Landscape Restoration and Social-Ecological Safeguards

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Event

14th Americas RCE Regional Meeting

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News

News

Event Explores Opportunities and Lessons on Youth Participation in Sustainability

A webinar for International Youth Day 2026 launched a publication on meaningful youth engagement in sustainable development.

18 Aug 2026

News

UNU-IAS Students Graduate from Class of 2026

An event in Tokyo celebrated the graduation of our master’s and PhD students.

11 Aug 2026

Announcement

Professor Shizuka Hashimoto Appointed as Next Director of UNU‑IAS

Prof. Hashimoto will begin his term on 1 December 2026.

30 Jul 2026

Announcement

Open Call: 2027 RCE Applications

Organizations can apply until 1 December 2026 to become a Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development.

29 Jul 2026

Bicycles in Indonesia

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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