April 16th, 2024: The Global Schools Program (GSP) is thrilled to open applications for this year’s Global Schools Advocates Program cohort. This initiative drives transformative change in classrooms by fostering sustainable development through enhanced teacher training, aligning with SDG 4.7. Selected educators will participate in online training focused on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). This virtual format enables educators to engage with peers worldwide, gaining insights into the SDGs, action-based pedagogy, and integration strate ..read more

ABOUT SDSN The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world.  SDSN works closely with United Nations agencies ..read more

The SDSN has launched an 'Employee Spotlight Campaign' to showcase the passion and expertise of our staff.  Through our employee spotlight campaign, the SDSN will showcase our amazing employees to honor and celebrate the incredible strides they are making toward advancing SDSN's mission. We are delighted to launch the campaign with Gaëlle Descloîtres, Program Associate for the Networks team! We asked Gaëlle five questions about herself and her work at the SDSN. Read on to learn more. Which SDG are you most passionate about? SDG 13 - Climate Action! What is the best part about workin ..read more

Paris, Ile-de-France, France ABOUT SDSN The  UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)  has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world.  SDSN wo ..read more

Paris, Ile-de-France, France ABOUT SDSN The  UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)  has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world.  SDSN w ..read more

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[New York, USA, March 18, 2024] — The Amazon, the world's largest rainforest and river basin, faces urgent environmental challenges such as deforestation, degradation, and criminality. In response, the Science Panel for the Amazon (SPA) is taking an important step to foster a better understanding of these threats and their impacts to promote participation in developing solutions. In collaboration with the SDG Academy, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and the World Bank (WB), and with financial support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF), today, the SPA launched its groundbreaking massive ..read more

The Sustainable Development Solutions Network Youth Initiative (SDSN-Youth) is delighted to announce the 2024 Local Pathways Fellows (LPF) cohort. Following an exhaustive selection process, we are honored to introduce 103 exceptional young professionals from 51 countries and 85 cities . These individuals were chosen from a highly competitive pool of 1740 applicants for this prestigious fellowship. The selected cohort represents a diverse array of backgrounds and expertise. From urban planners to environmental activists, social entrepreneurs to tech innovators, the 2024 cohort constitutes a ..read more

ABOUT SDSN The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world. SDSN works closely with United Nations agencies, multil ..read more

Trade-based environmental spillovers are significant and must be part of any global and national strategies to safeguard the Global Commons, says new report released by the Center for Global Commons at the University of Tokyo, SDSN and Yale University  Tokyo, Paris & New Haven, 22 March 2024 : The fourth edition of the Global Commons Stewardship Index Report presents the most recent data on domestic impacts and transboundary spillovers on the Global Commons. Building on the latest research and modelling tools in the field of industrial ecology and environmental science as well as th ..read more