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
Expert
Zoe Holder
Ms. Zoe Holder is a Public Policy and Outreach Youth Fellow at UNU-INWEH, supporting initiatives related to outreach, communications, and public policy, particularly in connection with UN processes.
Expert
Prof. Zahra Kalantari
Professor Zahra Kalantari's work advances the understanding of interactions between urban socio-economic, socio-physical, and biophysical systems, which is essential for developing effective and efficient strategies and transition pathways for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and monitoring.
Expert
Dr. Amin Dezfuli
Dr. Amin Dezfuli is an atmospheric scientist investigating the physical mechanisms behind regional weather and climate extremes—and how these events impact people and ecosystems.
News
Top UN Expert Highlights Urgent Need to Rethink Water Governance Amid Global Water “Bankruptcy”
The crisis is over; we’re now water-bankrupt, says Kaveh Madani
Blog Post
Parliamentary Committees for the Future: A Legislative Movement to Overcome Political Myopia
This durable, proven governance model ripe for adoption can help institutionalize anticipatory governance for future generations.
Event
Workshop on Innovative Resource Mobilization Strategies for International Organizations
Identifying concrete financing mechanisms to strengthen multilateral institutions and support delivery of global public goods.
Media Coverage
New Nature Study with UNU-EHS Author Outlines Framework for Fair Climate Relocation
New Nature article co-authored by UNU-EHS’s David Durand-Delacre presents a consent-and-support framework for just climate-related relocation.
Person
Khanh Quoc Duong
Khanh Duong is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT.
News
UNU Rector AI Lecture Series: AI Insights for a Sustainable Future
Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Advancing a Sustainable Future.
News
UNU Co-hosts Symposium Exploring Investment Towards Clean Energy in Lesotho
The event highlighted how international cooperation, innovative finance and shared knowledge can support climate-smart development.