News
Prospecting the Bolivian Andes for Molecules of Extreme Value
The keys to a sustainable future may be hidden in the genes of untouched ecosystems. Uncovering them will help preserve biodiversity.
Blog Post
Reflections from COP30: Climate Action in the Amazon
Researcher Sanae Okamoto reflects on COP30 in Belém, Brazil, sharing observations on climate talks and Indigenous presence.
Media Coverage
COP30 Advanced Rights-Based Climate Action
Writing in Diplomatic Courier, our expert Naoyuki Okano argues that COP30 delivered progress on rights-based climate action.
Media Coverage
Flávia Guerra featured in El País on how green spaces can transform marginalized neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires
UNU-EHS Senior Research featured El País article on green transformations in Buenos Aires.
News
Infographic Deep Dive: 5 Windows Into Egypt’s Economics of Climate Adaptation
A new approach shows how Egypt can protect people, services and growth through smart climate adaptation.
News
Infographic Deep Dive: 5 Windows Into Thailand’s Economics of Climate Adaptation
This risk assessment approach for Thailand shows a potential future climate picture and pinpoints the adaptation measures to deliver real impact.
Journal Article
Striking a balance? How the European Union manages the environment-trade nexus
Journal article on the environment-trade nexus and the EU co-authored by UNU-CRIS Associate Research Fellow Simon Schunz
Collection
THE DROUGHT-MIGRATION- CONFLICT NEXUS Was the Syrian Civil War Really Caused by Climate Change?
Investigating how climate stress, agriculture, and governance shaped Syria’s crisis beyond a single drought event.
News
In Conversation with Dipesh Chapagain About Why Glaciers Matter Now More Than Ever
Our expert Dipesh Chapagain explains how the impacts of losing glaciers will be felt by everyone, whether you live by a stream or a shoreline.
Book Chapter
Enhancing Transboundary Water Security via a Participatory Negotiation Support Framework Spotlight on the Congo Basin
Publication of book on theories of international water and conflict management with chapter authored by UNU-CRIS Senior Research Fellow and PhD Fellow