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Conversation Series
Sustainability in the Private Sector: The Importance of Greening the Logistics Industry
TOKYO: On 4 September 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Tony Khan, President and Representative Director of DHL Japan.
News
The UNU Macau AI Conference 2024: Conference Proceedings Report
Conference proceedings from the UNU Macau AI Conference, a contribution of UNU to the United Nations Summit of the Future.
Blog Post
“Empowering Innovators: Strategies for Sustainable Agri-tech Solutions
INRA organises 2 day capacity building workshop for 30 shortlisted applicants of INFoCAT Innovation Challenge.
News
UNU-FLORES participates in the launch of the joint Master's Programme on Water Security and Global Change
Addressing water security challenges through collaboration and educational initiatives between the Global South and North
Expert
Amadou Sidibe
Amadou Sidibe
Expert
Tarisai Kanyepi
Tarisai Kanyepi
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Storing and Managing Water for the Environment Is More Efficient Than Mimicking Natural Flows
A Priority-based Water Balance Operations Model and a Reservoir Temperature Model
Expert
Dr. Caroline King-Okumu
Dr. Caroline King-Okumu is an expert in international policy at the intersection of environmental and social sciences. With over 20 years of experience, she has conducted economic assessments and advocated for investments in land and water management, nature-based solutions, and other climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies.
News
UNU-IAS Students Graduate from Class of 2024
The special occasion was celebrated with a ceremony in Tokyo, Japan.
News
In Conversation with Lucas Turmena: Transforming knowledge into community action in Brazil
UNU-EHS expert Lucas Turmena talks about the impact of his research on urban development and climate action in Brazil.