HLPF 2026: SDG 6 and interlinkages with other SDGs – Water and sanitation

At the current pace, SDG 6 will not be achieved until at least 2049. At HLPF 2026, experts gather to discuss the state of freshwater resources today.

Overcoming the "Go Bigger" Conundrum in Biotechnology

Mauricio Roldan taught biotechnologists how to scale up their bioprocesses in Ensenada, Mexico

Evaluation of gaps in life cycle sustainability assessments of 3D concrete printing: A systematic literature review and recommendations

This publication was released as part of the UNU Resource Nexus focus area Sustainable Buildings and Construction.

Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft e.V. (DFG)

What Are Urban Heat Islands and Why Do They Matter?

Urban heat islands make cities hotter and deadlier. Learn why they matter and how cities can reduce extreme heat.

What is the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) and Why Does It Matter?

What is the UN High-level Political Forum (HLPF)? Learn how it tracks the Sustainable Development Goals and why it matters before 2030.

From Data to Action: Strengthening Monitoring and Evaluation Skills Through Learning, Collaboration and Innovation

UNU Global Health and Malaysia’s Ministry of Health hosted a five-day Monitoring & Evaluation training course in Kuala Lumpur.

Can emergency cash buy food security?

New research finds Cambodia's COVID-19 cash transfers significantly improved food security among poor and vulnerable households.

Isha Mangurkar

Visiting Research Fellow, United Nations University Institute Macau, Macau (SAR), China

UNU Paris mission to Brest: Advancing the Ocean & Coasts Institute and Engaging with Brittany's Maritime Ecosystem

From 22 to 24 June 2026, a delegation from UNU Paris travelled to Brest to further advance the development of the future UNU Ocean & Coasts Institute.