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
Series
5 Ways the Superpower of Forests Can Help People
What are some of the ways that forests can help people? UNU-EHS has selected five facts to highlight the superpower of forests.
Seminar
Working Local, Thinking Global Seminar: Engaging Evidence in Policy Making Towards the SDGs
Seminar: Bridging local and global for SDGs. Engage evidence in policy-making for sustainable development.
Event
Mainstreaming Landscape Perspectives into the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework
UNU-IAS will host a side event at the March 2022 meetings of the CBD to examine landscape management.
Project
UN Sustainability Strategy II
This project aims to establish the UN as a leader in environmental and social sustainability management by 2030.
Expert
Simon Chidodo
Simon Chidodo is part of the Joint PhD Programme of UNU-FLORES and TU Dresde
Project
Plastic Pollution and Nexus Governance Solutions for Regulating the Use of Plastic
The project aims to develop plastic taxation guidelines for more sustainable plastic management, addressing global plastic pollution.
Project
Post-COVID-19 Plastic Management and Stakeholder Satisfaction in South Korea
The project assesses post-COVID plastic waste management in Korea, aiming to understand stakeholder satisfaction and develop effective strategies.
News
In Memoriam: Yoshikazu Hasegawa, former Japan Foundation for UNU Director
Mr. Yoshikazu Hasegawa, former Sr. Managing Director of the Japan Foundation for the United Nations University, died on 21 February 2022.
Event
Illicit Economies, Armed Conflict, and Instability
This virtual conference was co-hosted with the German Federal Foreign Office of Germany and GI-TOC.
Event
Breaking the Bias: Gender Transformative Policies, Inclusive Agendas, and Research Insights From Around the World
The George Institute for Global Health UK invites you to join them for this digital event to mark International Women’s Day 2022.