United Nations University (UNU)
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
United Nations University provides evidence-based solutions for a sustainable future through research, knowledge sharing, and capacity building to support the UN and its member states.
Target Customer
Policy makers and government officials; UN member states and international organizations; researchers and academics; students and professionals in development, climate policy, and governance.
Key Differentiator
Global North-South research network across UNU institutes combined with SDG-aligned, policy-relevant outputs and open science initiatives that directly support UN processes and sustainable development.
Implementation Timeline
Timelines vary by project; outputs such as policy briefs, research papers, and conference events can be produced within months to over a year depending on scope and complexity
Pain Points
- 1Need for evidence-based policy guidance to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- 2Capacity building and knowledge exchange between Global South and Global North
- 3Bridging research outputs with practical policy and governance needs within international development and UN frameworks
Key Features
- 1SDG-aligned research portfolio across climate, health, governance, energy, education, and digital topics
- 2Global network of experts across UNU institutes (Global South and North)
- 3Policy briefs, publications, and research outputs with direct policy relevance
- 4Conferences and events (e.g., Open Science and Open Scholarship Conference)
- 5UNU INSIGHTS newsletter and other knowledge-sharing channels
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Executive Director
- 2Head, Resource Nexus Laboratory in Lusatia
- 3Lead, Water, Climate and Infrastructure Risk
- 4Lead, Critical Minerals and Inclusive Energy Transition
- 5Communications Officer
- 6Youth Fellow
- 7Professor
- 8Full Professor
- 9Prof. Dr.
Client Results
- 1Policy briefs and research outputs influencing energy transitions, governance, and development policy (e.g., policy brief on Just Energy Transitions for T20 South Africa 2025)
- 2Publications and papers exploring e-participation and digital governance impacting communities
- 3UNU research recognized in media and policy circles (e.g., TIME’s list of best inventions for social impact)
- 4Past UNU research collaborations contributing to improvements in global nutrition
Competitive Advantages
- 1Credibility and alignment with United Nations priorities
- 2Evidence-based research and policy relevance
- 3Global North-South network of researchers
- 4SDG-focused portfolio with broad thematic coverage
- 5Emphasis on open science and knowledge dissemination
Key Benefits
Case Studies & Success Stories
Policy brief on Just Energy Transitions (T20 South Africa 2025)
Co-authored by UNU–EGOV; policy brief published as part of T20 South Africa 2025, contributing to global debates on just energy transitions.
e-Participation empowers communities
New UNU paper exploring how digital participation empowers communities and identifying key factors for effective engagement.
Global nutrition impact from UNU research
Past UNU research collaborations continue to have a positive impact on global nutrition.
TIME recognition for UNU inventions
UNU highlighted among TIME’s list of the best inventions for social impact.
Additional Product Information
Product Description
A United Nations agency focused on evidence-based research and education to resolve pressing global development challenges through collaborative research and education.
Target Market
Governments and UN member states; international organizations; researchers and academic institutions; policy makers and development practitioners.
Unique Value Proposition
Evidence-based, SDG-aligned research delivered through a global North-South network and policy-relevant outputs that support UN processes and sustainable development.
Technical Requirements
Not specified in provided content
Pricing Model
Not publicly listed in provided content
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