Welcome to the second edition of our series "Serving the Future with UNGSC," where we highlight strategies to advance vital topics being addressed by world leaders this September at the UN's Summit of the Future. 

Sustainable development and environmental management are key priorities for the UN and for peace operations in particular, which account for a significant portion of the UN's overall emissions¾87% of the UN Secretariat’s greenhouse gas emissions and 48% of those of the entire UN system. 

This summer, secondary students from across the Valencian Community are developing digital technology skills, from programming video games to controlling internet-connected devices and building mobile robots! 

UNGSC thanks the UPV for inviting us to present and looks forward to seeing everyone again in the fall, when the students will have the opportunity to apply their hands-on learning in the Robotics Competition organized by UNGSC in Valencia. 

Learn more at https://indico.un.org/event/1010475/ 

Micro-Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (M-UAS) are increasingly used to support peace and security, as well as humanitarian efforts.  

At UNGSC, we are proud to work together with the United Nations C4ISR Academy for Peace Operations (UNCAP), to advance the training of M-UAS operators and trainers across UN field missions, ensuring the highest standards and integrating cutting-edge technologies.  

“UN 2.0” is a vision of a modernized UN system: cutting-edge skills and forward-thinking culture that enable UN entities to better contribute to the quest for the SDGs.” – UN 2.0 Quintet of Change Policy Brief 

In this vision of a modernized United Nations, UN Maps is a key enabler, leveraging the transformative capabilities of digital technology to serve the UN’s objectives across its pillars. 

Rule of law and criminal justice services are key to conflict prevention and sustainable peace. 

UNGSC Head of Liaison Ms. Maria D’Aprile was pleased to join Team Leader of the Justice and Corrections Standing Capacity (JCSC)* Mr. Carsten Weber, in addressing students from the University of Trieste’s Course in Law of International Organizations, Master’s Degree in Diplomacy and International Cooperation.  

The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) was pleased to join other colleagues from the Department of Operational Support (DOS) Environmental Team for a visit to MINUSCA aimed at supporting the mission’s efforts to implement renewable energy and assure a positive legacy in the host country, in line with its mandate[1].

UN Smart Camps represent a leap forward in how the United Nations operates. These facilities blend advanced technology with practical benefits, making them essential for successful missions.

On May 3rd, the United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) opened the doors of its 3D printing service, to grant first-hand access to the transformative potential of this technology.  

More than 150 individuals converged to explore how this innovation is revolutionizing the production of spare parts for UN missions and shaping the future of sustainable practices within the organization.