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Welcome to the IAU portal | Higher Education and research for Sustainable DevelopmentWelcome to the IAU portal | Higher Education and research for Sustainable Development Skip to main content Higher Educationand Researchfor SustainableDevelopment  You can search on one or more keywords. The operator between keywords will be AND.You can use "+" to chain keywords. You can search on one or more keywords. The operator between keywords will be AND.You can use "+" to chain keywords. Main navigation About IAU HESD initiatives What is HESD? IAU HESD Strategy Agenda 2030 and the SDGs IAU Global HESD Cluster IAU Publications HE for SDGs in action Actions Documents & Tools Members & Partners Universities Organisations Join IAU News & Events News overview and archive Calendar of events Contact Breadcrumb Home Welcome To The IAU Portal Main navigation About IAU HESD initiatives What is HESD? IAU HESD Strategy Agenda 2030 and the SDGs IAU Global HESD Cluster IAU Publications HE for SDGs in action Actions Documents & Tools Members & Partners Universities Organisations Join IAU News & Events News overview and archive Calendar of events Contact Register and submit your HESD actions Latest actions UCT study highlights emerging pollution risks in False Bay (Latest update: 23.07.2026 ) University of the South Pacific hosted Global Plenary for Youth-led Climate Justice (Latest update: 23.07.2026 ) University of Bergen to continue as UN SDG 14 Hub until 2030 (Latest update: 23.07.2026 ) Science at a Turning Point – IDSSD Global Report (Latest update: 22.07.2026 ) Solar Panel Project on Campus in Costa Rica (Latest update: 22.07.2026 ) See other actions Welcome to the Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD) Portal This global portal is a tool developed by the International Association of Universities (IAU) for its Members, partners and the general public already since 2012. It provides access to university actions and more initiatives developed around the world to promote sustainability and contribute to the SDGs. New functionalities and an improved layout - IAU is pleased to present the latest version of IAU HESD Portal. Kindly note that we are still making changes to further improve the user experience, so in case you encounter any issues, please try again or contact us to report a problem. Thank you for your patience and we hope you enjoy the new page! Find initiatives, connect and be active for a more sustainable future and the UN SDGs! IAU Members’ and Partners’ News High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2026We are pleased to announce that IAU will contribute to the 2026 HLPF with a virtual side event, hosted together with Siam University, Mykolas Romeris University, University of Manouba, Beirut Arab University (tbc), and JF Oberlin University (tbc). Annoncement of the 2026 International Green Gown Awards FinalistsWe're thrilled to announce the finalists of the 2026 International Green Gown Awards, delivered by EAUC. This year, we have 94 finalists from 34 countries and 63 institutions across eight categories, and we are pleased to see that once again several IAU Members are amongst the finalists! EASG Launches Sectoral Paper for HLPF 2026The EASG has launched its sectoral paper for the 2026 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) HESD Global Cluster Expert Meeting 2026: Building Global Partnerships for Sustainable DevelopmentThe IAU HESD Global Cluster Expert Meeting 2026, on the theme ''Building Global Partnerships for Sustainable Development'', brought together 40 higher education leaders, experts, and IAU Cluster members from around the world to advance the role of universities in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Deadline extended: IAU HESD Survey 2026: Higher Education as a Catalyst for Sustainable Transformation The International Association of Universities (IAU) is pleased to announce the launch of the 4th Global Survey on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD). Virtual Side Event: How Can Partnerships with Academia Accelerate Local Innovation and Build Sustainable Communities?Recording available now! MECCE Interactive Data Platform - new indicatorJust in time for COP30, the Sustainable Development Goal Indicator 4.7.1b is now available on the interactive data platform launched by MECCE IGGAs 2025: All Finalists and Winners announced!Almost 100 institutions got shortlisted in the 2025 version of the International Green Gown Awards! Discover the different categories and sustainability projects! Welcoming the new SDG 3 Cluster Lead - Western Sydney UniversityThe IAU HESD Cluster for SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being will be coordinated by Western Sydney University, Australia IAU Horizons: Transforming Our WorldRead the latest issue of IAU's Magazine Horizons, on the theme of 'Transforming Our World: Shaping the Path Forward', with 25 contributions from leaders and experts from all over the world. IAU HESD Cluster Activity Report 2024-25 publishedDiscover the latest report on SDGs activities carried out by the IAU HESD Cluster members High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2025The IAU participated in the High-Level Political Forum 2025 to advocate for the role of higher education in achieving the SDGs. IAU contributed to several key events, including the UNAI Higher Education Symposium, the HESI Global Forum, and a side event focused on SDG 8. Bridging Academia and Action: Virtual Side Event on SDG 14As part of the UN Ocean Conference, IAU and partners organised an online event discussing how to advance partnerships, knowledge sharing, and Ocean Literacy. Watch the recording now! New Report Launched: Responsible Futures International PilotThe IAU and SOS-UK have launched the Responsible Futures International Pilot Report, highlighting key impacts, outcomes, and lessons from the 2023/24 programme involving institutions across six countries. AIUB joins RF InternationalHighlighting AIUB’s participation in the 2024/25 Responsible Futures International programme, a global initiative co-delivered by IAU and SOS-UK to embed sustainability across higher education institutions. New Book Launch: "Achieving UN SDG 8 – Economic Growth and Decent Work for All"“Achieving UN Sustainable Development Goal 8: Economic Growth and Decent Work for All” is a comprehensive, open-access book that explores the challenges and solutions for achieving SDG 8. Learning from Practice: How can we better embed sustainability in higher education? Watch the recording of this workshop and learn from testimonals from case studies from the Responsible Futures Programme IAU/EWORA Webinar Gender Equality in Higher Education and Research – Strategies for Empowerment (Recording available) Ahead of International Women's Day, EWORA and IAU invited experts from higher education to share their perspectives on gender equality - and their strategies for empowerment. 01234567891011121314151617 See all news IAU Members’ and Partners’ News High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2026We are pleased to announce that IAU will contribute to the 2026 HLPF with a virtual side event, hosted together with Siam University, Mykolas Romeris University, University of Manouba, Beirut Arab University (tbc), and JF Oberlin University (tbc). Annoncement of the 2026 International Green Gown Awards FinalistsWe're thrilled to announce the finalists of the 2026 International Green Gown Awards, delivered by EAUC. This year, we have 94 finalists from 34 countries and 63 institutions across eight categories, and we are pleased to see that once again several IAU Members are amongst the finalists! EASG Launches Sectoral Paper for HLPF 2026The EASG has launched its sectoral paper for the 2026 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) HESD Global Cluster Expert Meeting 2026: Building Global Partnerships for Sustainable DevelopmentThe IAU HESD Global Cluster Expert Meeting 2026, on the theme ''Building Global Partnerships for Sustainable Development'', brought together 40 higher education leaders, experts, and IAU Cluster members from around the world to advance the role of universities in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Murdoch University first Australian university to receive Responsible Futures AccreditationFollowing a student-led sustainability audit, Murdoch University received a two-year accreditation from Responsible Futures. Deadline extended: IAU HESD Survey 2026: Higher Education as a Catalyst for Sustainable Transformation The International Association of Universities (IAU) is pleased to announce the launch of the 4th Global Survey on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD). International Green Gown Awards 2026 – Application open! Apply today to reward your sustainability journey. Don’t miss the deadline on April 10th, 2026! Virtual Side Event: How Can Partnerships with Academia Accelerate Local Innovation and Build Sustainable Communities?Recording available now! Welcoming the new SDG 3 Cluster Lead - Western Sydney UniversityThe IAU HESD Cluster for SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being will be coordinated by Western Sydney University, Australia Call for papers: 5th Anti-Corruption Academic Symposium on Challenges and Opportunities for the Use of AI in Anti-Corruption EffortsCall for papers on corruption prevention and AI, ahead of the 5th Anti-Corruption Academic Symposium in December 2025 in Doha, Qatar ESD to be discussed in 80th UN General AssemblyESD is on the agenda at the upcoming UNGA conference IAU Horizons: Transforming Our WorldRead the latest issue of IAU's Magazine Horizons, on the theme of 'Transforming Our World: Shaping the Path Forward', with 25 contributions from leaders and experts from all over the world. IAU HESD Cluster Activity Report 2024-25 publishedDiscover the latest report on SDGs activities carried out by the IAU HESD Cluster members High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2025The IAU participated in the High-Level Political Forum 2025 to advocate for the role of higher education in achieving the SDGs. IAU contributed to several key events, including the UNAI Higher Education Symposium, the HESI Global Forum, and a side event focused on SDG 8. Bridging Academia and Action: Virtual Side Event on SDG 14As part of the UN Ocean Conference, IAU and partners organised an online event discussing how to advance partnerships, knowledge sharing, and Ocean Literacy. Watch the recording now! New Report Launched: Responsible Futures International PilotThe IAU and SOS-UK have launched the Responsible Futures International Pilot Report, highlighting key impacts, outcomes, and lessons from the 2023/24 programme involving institutions across six countries. AIUB joins RF InternationalHighlighting AIUB’s participation in the 2024/25 Responsible Futures International programme, a global initiative co-delivered by IAU and SOS-UK to embed sustainability across higher education institutions. ESD Okayama Award 2025 - Open for applications!Okayama City (Japan) and the ESD Okayama Award Steering Board are calling for initiatives that contribute to the spread of ESD in local communities worldwide and serve as models of good practice. Apply now! See all news Search Portal by Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Latest added documents on HESD 2026  - IAU-WHED Briefing on Marine and Ocean-Related Study Programs (SDG 14)  (158.33 KB) 2026  - Concept note 26/01/26 Partnerships with academia as an accelerator for local innovation and sustainable communities (259.51 KB) 2026  - WSU - AI in Health Education and Research Webinar Flyer (185.92 KB) 2026  - University of Sousse 2025 SDG5 Activity report (4.7 MB) 2026  - University of Regina Strategic Plan 2026 (12.43 MB) 2026  - Beirut Arab University - Comprehensive SDG 9 Progress Report (244.64 KB) 2026  - HESD Cluster 2026 Position Paper (402.19 KB) 2026  - Western Sydney University SDG3 Cluster activity report 2025-2026 (22.17 KB) 2026  - SUN Thailand Best Practises Report 2025  (17.85 MB) 2026  - IAU HESD CLUSTER Expert Meeting 2026 - Report (624.38 KB) 2026  - SUN Thailand 2025 Best Practices Report (17.85 MB) 2025  - ADBU SDG7 Activity Report 2024-25 (869.69 KB) Search for a document International Association of Universities (IAU) UNESCO House1, rue Miollis, 75732 Paris Cedex 15FranceContact ushttps://iau.global/  LinkedIn I Youtube IAU is an international NGO with UNESCO Associate Statusand UN ECOSOC Consultative Status. 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