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News
Youth Day Event Explores Youth-led Digital Innovations for Sustainability
The webinar highlighted the role of young leaders in advancing sustainable development through technology.
Event
The Role of Youth towards Solutions for Global Environmental Issues
YOKOHAMA: This panel session at International Youth Conference on Biodiversity 2024 will explore the role of youth in addressing global environmental issues.
Collection
Harnessing the Power of AI for Climate Change Impact Assessment
UNU Report on how AI can bridge the digital divide and support climate action in Global South nations.
Event
World Water Week Talkshow: Stacked Benefits: Inclusion, Stewardship and Cooperation for Water Security
Insights on how meaningful inclusion can drive progress and create equitable, sustainable water management systems worldwide.
Press Release
UNU Report: Don’t Dismiss the Great Power of AI for Climate Change Impact Assessment
According to the UN University scientists, AI can bridge the digital divide and support climate action in Global South nations.
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Bangladesh's Fight Against Climate Change
Lessons from Adaptive Interventions
Media Coverage
Local Newspapers Feature UNU Rector Visit to Ishikawa Prefecture
Several articles in local Japanese media featured a visit to Ishikawa Prefecture by UNU Rector Tshilidzi Marwala.
News
The African Academy for Water, Environment, and Health: Leveraging Partnerships for Capacity Building and Research in Africa
UNU-INWEH’s new initiative to address Africa’s sustainability challenges
Staff
Angela Korkor Apperkon
Angela Korkor Apperkon is a Research Associate at UNU-INRA.
Staff
Samuel Mensah Adevor
Samuel Mensah Adevor is a Financial Consultant at UNU INRA.