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Advancing global sustainability through research and education

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Youth in Uganada Learning How to Grow Apples

Media Coverage

From Traditional Aid to Mutually Beneficial Partnerships

20 Aug 2025

South Africa

Media Coverage

Africa’s Energy Transition at Crossroad amid Tariff Wars and Policy Shift

12 Aug 2025

India water management

Brief

Promoting Water Valuation for Urban Sustainable Development in Asia

14 Jul 2025

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AI and Sustainability Podcast

Does AI make us lazy thinkers? Tune in to the latest episode featuring youth insights on how AI is reshaping learning.
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Upcoming Events

Seminar

Harnessing AI for Smarter, Sustainable University Management

ONLINE: This webinar will discuss the role of AI in university management and administration, including functions and the use of AI agents.

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Conference

14th Global RCE Conference

OKAYAMA, JAPAN & ONLINE: Celebrating 20 years of impact and innovation by the Regional Centres of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development.

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News

Expo 2025 Junior SDGs Camp Session Day 3

News

Expo 2025 Workshops Connect Youth to Global Sustainability Efforts

03 Sep 2025

2025 UNU-IAS Opening Ceremony — New Students

News

New Student Cohort Welcomed in 2025 Opening Ceremony

02 Sep 2025

UNU Council 9th Session December 1977 Tokyo

Media Coverage

UNU-IAS Highlighted in UN Today Cover Feature

02 Sep 2025

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E-Learning Course on Net Zero

Our free online course introduces key concepts of climate science and practical steps for climate action
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UNU-IAS Policy Brief Series

Cooking on an efficient stove in Kenya

Brief

Advancing a Just Energy Transition for Low- and Middle-income Economies: The Role of the G7

20 May 2025

The migrant fishers in their working environment in Rayong province, Thailand

Brief

Safeguarding South-East Asia's Marine Ecosystems from Ocean Acidification Threats

24 Mar 2025

Children walking to school in Maluku Province, Indonesia

Brief

Integrating Data to Ensure Inclusive Education for Climate-displaced Populations

21 Feb 2025