Nature positive universities

UNEP is empowering students across 500 higher education institutions in 59 countries to lead action for nature on their campuses and connect with a global network for change.

University of Oxford

Founded by UNEP and the University of Oxford in partnership with the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, the Nature Positive Universities network is a growing global community of over 1,800 individual

At this critical moment, Nature Positive Universities believes that higher education institutions have the power and influence to lead their communities on a journey to protect and restore nature.

By addressing both the climate and biodiversity crises, universities can help build resilient ecosystems, support nature's recovery, and limit climate change. Learn more.

Nature positive universities highlights

Higher education sector commits to reverse biodiversity decline through worldwide Nature Positive Universities Alliance

Nature Action

Press release

Nature positive university

Youth, education & environment

Agenda

Launching the nature positive universities alliance

Youth, education & environment

Policy and strategy