Consumption and production

What is Economic Fitness and Complexity?

The science of complex systems can play an important role in understanding social and economic dynamics.

Circular Economy Education to Tackle Plastic Pollution 

Writing in Down To Earth, UNU-IAS expert Anupam Khajuria calls for embedding circular economy education in the future plastic pollution treaty.

International Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative: 2023 Annual Report

Circular Economy SYSCHEMIQ - Plastic recycling: European Horizon Green Deal Programme

SYSCHEMIQ demonstrates systemic solutions for the territorial deployment of the circular economy in the Trilateral Chemical Region with a focus on plastic waste streams and quality for recycling.

Bridging Innovation and Sustainability: Korean-German Climate and Environment Forum 2024 Tackles Global Plastic Challenges

Panel Discussion Features Expert Contributions from UNU-FLORES

From Curiosity to Empowerment: A PhD Journey at UNU-MERIT

As she reaches the end of her PhD, Maria Tomai looks back on the highlights of her time at UNU-MERIT and offers advice for aspiring PhD fellows.

Circular Economy Education to Help Achieve National Climate Goals

Writing in Diplomatic Courier, UNU-IAS expert Anupam Khajuria calls for incorporating circular economy education in national climate strategies.

Global Collaboration to Combat Plastic

UNU-FLORES and the Korea Environment Corporation Partner on the TRANS-PLAST project

Driving Circular Economy Through Youth Engagement at COP29

An editorial piece in World Resources Forum highlights the potential of COP29 to empower young climate innovators to foster a circular economy.

Treaty Negotiations to End Plastic Pollution

An article in Down To Earth reviews the progress of international negotiations to develop a binding agreement on tackling plastic pollution.