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
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Ausstellungseröffnung: Projekte zur Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung / Exhibition Opening: Projects for Education on Sustainable Development
Exhibition Opening: the workshops and hands-on experiences about the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Webinar and Panel Discussion: The Importance of Social Justice and Sustainability for textile Engineers
UNU-FLORES and AUST " hosted an exciting webinar & panel discussion on “The importance of social justice and sustainability for textile engineers”.
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UNU Macau Hosts 2023 World Data Forum Macau Satellite Event
Participants discussed a variety of data dilemmas, while reflecting on whether taking a human-centred systems approach can help solve these.
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Governação Digital como Catalisador de Transparência e Confiança na Administração Local
Debate online sobre o papel da governação digital e das tecnologias de informação na promoção da transparência e confiança nas instituições públicas.
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Expert Q&A: what are overlooked disasters and why we shouldn’t miss them
Risk modelling experts use AI to detect overlooked disasters.
Multimedia
What is climate risk analytics?
Riskepedia: What is climate risk analytics? UNU-EHS expert Maxime Souvignet explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What is climate justice?
Riskepedia: What is climate justice? UNU-EHS expert Lucas Turmena explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What are critical infrastructures?
Riskepedia: What is critical infrastructures? UNU-EHS expert Sophie van der Heijden explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What are Economics of Climate Action (ECA)?
Riskepedia: What is Economics of Climate Adaptation (ECA)? UNU-EHS expert Maxime Souvignet explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
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What are ecosystem services?
Riskepedia: What is ecosystem services? UNU-EHS expert Andrea Ortiz Vargas explains it in this #Riskepedia video!