Life on land

Nearly a third of the globe is covered by forests, which are home to 80 per cent of all land species of animals, plants, and insects. Forests and agricultural systems sustain our air, water, and food, but extreme deforestation and land degradation are threatening vital biodiversity and the billions of people who depend on the land for their livelihoods.

UNU research analyses the intersections of ecosystem change and resource use to find sustainable human-environment solutions that can preserve biological and biocultural diversity as well as safeguard traditional agricultural systems and rural livelihoods.

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Book Chapter

"What About Preparedness in Areas Where Water Sources Are Scarce? What Role Does Water Play in Enhancing Resilience?”

The chapter highlights the role of well water in sustaining daily life during the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake, emphasizing the importance of groundwater as a resilient emergency water source.

28 Feb 2025