The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Project
Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)
This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs
Article
Canada’s Integrated Water And Climate Solutions: A Road To Resilience
Experts emphasizes on the urgent need for Canada to adopt a comprehensive and integrated approach to water management in the face of climate change
Event
Using Robust Decision Making to explore critical factors in financing greenhouse gas removal technologies needed to reach net zero.
Exploring the Power of Public-Private Partnerships
Event
Permafrost, Carbon, Circularity
A Bio-cementation Solution for Mitigating Climate Change in the Arctic
News
Challenges to Youth Engagement in Global Policymaking
A debrief event shared youth experiences and insights after attending the 2024 UN biodiversity and climate change conferences.
Event
SDGs Café — Wells as an Emergency Water Source: What’s Their Potential?
ONLINE: This event will discuss the role of wells in securing water access during natural disasters, focusing on case studies from Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
Staff
Tomoko Yamamoto
Tomoko Yamamoto is a Programme Associate for the Biodiversity and Society Programme.
Article
Building Resilience into Northern Infrastructure through Climate Tech and Digitalization
Experts explore how climate tech & digitalization can bolster Northern infrastructure against climate change impacts like permafrost thaw
Person
Sidharth Rony
Sidharth Rony is Post-Doctorate Researcher at UNU-MERIT from January 2024