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Climate & SDGs Synergy Conference Builds Ambition for Just Transition
The conference was conducted in association with the 2023 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Series
Record-breaking Heat: 5 Facts on Rising Temperatures
Five facts on record-breaking heat and rising temperatures.
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A Visit to the TU Dresden Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory – a Valuable Resource for the ABCD Centre
The visit Hubert Engels Laboratory of the Institute of Hydraulic Engineering and Technical Hydromechanics (IWD) in TU Dresden.
Announcement
UNU-IAS at HLPF 2023
UNU-IAS will be contributing to this year's HLPF through side events, expert presentations, and policy engagement.
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NEXtra Kickoff Propels Sustainable Solutions into Action!
UNU FLORES celebrated the official NEXtra Kickoff on Wednesday, 21st June 2023, at the Festive Hall of the Rectorate of TU Dresden.
Media Coverage
Climate-vulnerable communities are falling prey to armed groups
There are ways to break the link between climate change and instability, but they cannot be advanced without state and international support.
Article
Refugee Settlements Extremely Vulnerable to Climate Crises
New UNU research explores the extent to which climate crises affect 20 of the world’s largest refugee settlements.
Media Coverage
Beyond the UN Security Council: Can the General Assembly Tackle the Climate–Security Challenge?
The UN General Assembly could drive climate action across the multilateral system and even pressure the Security Council to take action more directly.
Article
AI Is Here to Stay! How Artificial Intelligence Can Contribute to Economic Growth in Africa
Africa's adoption of AI and related technologies could accelerate the continent's development and help to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
News
Policy Brief Offers Solutions to Accelerate Climate Action in Africa
A new UNU-IAS policy brief offers recommendations on strengthening climate strategies in Africa.