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
Project
AFTER Carbon: African Facility for Transitions Research
AFTER Carbon is a ‘go-to policy to research hub' for the African continent, to find solutions for a post-carbon Africa.
Event
Fostering Reforestation, Environmental Sustainability and Tourism in Okyeman Area
UNU-INRA, UN agencies and development partners,build capacity of local leaders(CREMA) on natural resource mangement and conservation of Atewa Forest.
News
UNU and ICEED Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Under the new agreement, UNU and ICEED will collaborate on programmes and projects that promote policy and practice-relevant research.
News
House of No Waste: Shaping a Circular Future for the Construction Sector at COP29
Promoting Circular Solutions for a Sustainable Construction Sector
News
Bridging Innovation and Sustainability: Korean-German Climate and Environment Forum 2024 Tackles Global Plastic Challenges
Panel Discussion Features Expert Contributions from UNU-FLORES
Expert
Dr. Marc F. Müller
Dr. Marc F. Müller studies the intricate relationship between food and water security and the dynamics of environmental cooperation and conflict.
News
UNU Macau and the Shenzhen Campus of Tianjin University Explore Collaboration in Digital Technologies and Sustainability
Tianjin University's Shenzhen Campus and UNU Macau discussed collaboration in digital technologies, sustainability, and advancing the SDGs.
Conversation Series
Technology, Cash and the 21st Century Welfare State: Reflections from India
TOKYO: On 4 December 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Yamini Aiyar, Senior Visiting Fellow at the Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia.
Event
WEBINAR | Gendered Workplace Violence in the PHC Workforce Part 2 - Setting a Research Agenda: Learning from Experiences in Africa
Revisit the second Gender and Health Hub webinar on Gendered Workplace Violence in the PHC Workforce.
Collection
Helene disaster: The threat of poor management and climate change to human lives and assets
This UNU-INWEH Incident Brief highlighting how poor management at local level amplified the impact of Hurricane Helene