United Nations University

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United Nations University Sustainability Profile

United Nations University is not currently tracking sustainability.

The United Nations University (UNU) is a research and educational institution focused on finding solutions to pressing global problems of human survival, development, and welfare. UNU conducts research supporting all 17 Sustainable Development Goals and operates multiple institutes including the Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS). The organization offers innovative three-year programmes addressing sustainability issues from a global change perspective, alongside international PhD projects and capacity-development courses on environmental risks and sustainable development.

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United Nations University Sustainability Actions

Established SDG Universities Platform

UNU-IAS established the SDG Universities Platform (SDG–UP) in October 2020 to advance sustainability in higher education.

Transitioned endowment to ESG investments

In 2022, the University transitioned its endowment fund to sustainable investments that consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.

Published research on environmental governance

UNU-INWEH researchers conducted analysis addressing gender disparities across the Rio Conventions to make environmental decision-making inclusive.

United Nations University Sustainability Commitments

2029

UNU Strategy implementation period

United Nations University Strategy 2025-2029 outlines organizational direction for advancing sustainability research and education.

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About United Nations University

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Sustainable Development Goals

United Nations University is committed to advancing these Global Goals to promote prosperity for people & planet.

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