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
Multimedia
What are ecosystem services?
Riskepedia: What is ecosystem services? UNU-EHS expert Andrea Ortiz Vargas explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What is elevation-dependent warming?
Riskepedia: What is elevant-dependent warming? UNU-EHS expert Stefan Schneiderbauer explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What is glacial melting?
Riskepedia: What is glacial melting? UNU-EHS expert Alicia Bustillos Ardaya explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What are Losses and Damages?
Riskepedia: What is losses and damages? UNU-EHS expert Soenke Kreft explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What are sustainable cities?
Riskepedia: What are sustainable cities? UNU-EHS expert Simone Sandholz explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What are Urban Labs?
Riskepedia: What is Urban Labs? UNU-EHS expert Lucas Turmena explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
Side Event
From Ideas to Action: RCE Youth Projects on Multi-stakeholder Partnerships
This online side event of the 2023 ECOSOC Youth Forum will highlight the importance of engaging young people in sustainable development efforts.
Series
Climate Pledges: 5 Facts on Nationally Determined Contributions
Five facts about Nationally Determined Contributions for achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement.
News
Policy Brief: Enhancing the Development Potential of South-South Migration
Exploring the transformational role of remittances and migrant investments - and the policy interventions needed to enhance their impacts.
Book
Asia-Pacific Regional Synthesis: Climate Change, Displacement and the Right to Education
Recommendations for building national education systems that are resilient to the impacts of climate change.