Media Coverage
Japan Times Features UNU-IAS Expert Comments on Urban Farming
The article explores the potential of green spaces to address the social and environmental challenges brought on by urbanisation.
News
Frequent flooding in African coastal cities demand holistic recovery pathways
Coastal cities across Africa experience extreme flood events annually, and 2022 was no exception.
Media Coverage
UNU-IAS Experts Discuss Urban Biodiversity in Japan Times Article
The article focused on urban greening policies and initiatives to improve the well-being of city residents.
News
Video Promotes Urban Gardens as Shared Spaces for Social Impact
A new UNU-IAS video illustrates how urban gardens can function as inclusive spaces for social and environmental impact.
News
Symposium Celebrates World Wetlands Day 2023
The event discussed ecosystem restoration, green infrastructure, and youth engagement to accelerate actions to conserve and restore wetlands.
Series
Unsung Heroes: 5 Facts on Why Wetlands Deserve to be Celebrated
Wetlands are crucial ecosystems in mitigating climate change. They are carbon sinks, reduce flood risk, control soil erosion and restore biodiversity.
Press Release
UNU Appoints Dr Gustavo Fermin as Programme Coordinator of UNU-BIOLAC
UNU is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Gustavo Fermin as the new Programme Coordinator of UNU-BIOLAC.
Media Coverage
UNU-IAS Expert Comments on the Role of Biodiversity and Human Rights in Nature-based Solutions
A Mongabay article features comments by Dr. Suneetha Subramanian on the benefits and challenges of nature-based solutions.
Press Release
Trapped Sediment Robbing World’s Large Dams of Vital Water Storage Capacity
The global loss from original dam capacity roughly equals the annual water use of India, China, Indonesia, France and Canada combined.
Report
Earth Shattering: Financial Engagement at the Nexus of Modern Slavery and Natural Resources in Africa
Promoting synchronized action to tackle risks and abuses in cocoa production and gold mining value chains in Ghana.