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Announcement
Coming soon: Interconnected Disaster Risks report 2025
On 9 April, UNU-EHS will release the next edition of its flagship report, Interconnected Disaster Risks.
Brief
Safeguarding South-East Asia's Marine Ecosystems from Ocean Acidification Threats
Collaborative strategies for protecting marine life and the livelihoods of coastal communities.
News
World Water Day 2025 celebrations and marking of the First World Day for Glaciers in New York
Discussions at United Nations Headquarters in New York brought attention to urgent challenges posed by glacier retreat.
News
5 Benefits of Innovative IoT Irrigation in a Changing Climate
Discover how IoT irrigation boosts water efficiency, crop resilience and climate adaptation with smart technology and AI-powered forecasting.
Commentary
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods: A Growing Climate Threat
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods are rising due to climate change. Urgent action, funding and cooperation are key to preventing catastrophic impacts.
Event
Sustainability in Our City – A joint event with the City of Richmond Hill
Building a Greener Future: The Sustainability Speaker Series will explore how local action can contribute to global impact
News
Engaging Cities & Communities: Local Action for the SDGs in Richmond Hill
Brought together by the City of Richmond Hill and UNU-INWEH, leaders and residents discuss action towards the achievement of the UN SDGs
Media Coverage
Insuring the Uninsurable: UNU-EHS Researcher Featured in BBC Programme on Climate Change and Insurance
UNU-EHS Senior Researcher and climate insurance expert, Sinja Buri, interviewed by BBC World New's Business Daily programme on parametric insurance.
Blog Post
Pivoting development for a new era
Leaders face diminishing levels of foreign aid. Here’s three ways they (and their partners) can look to adapt.
Conversation Series
Shaping the Future of Resilience: A Vision for a Thriving Planet
On 24 March 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Dr. Youssef Nassef, Director of the Adaptation Programme at UNFCCC.