Digital pollution is a growing concern, with data centers considered among “the most energy-intensive building types,” according to the US Department of Energy, “consuming 10 to 50 times the energy per floor space of a typical commercial office building.1”
As part of the multiple efforts that UNGSC is making to proactively contribute to Gender equality, UNGSC was pleased to host a training aimed at strengthening the capacity of UNGSC staff to analyze technical and logistical work from a gender lens and to formulate actionable strategies that address gender inequalities.
The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) was pleased to welcome representatives from the European Union, European External Action Service (EEAS), Civilian Planning and Conduct Capability (CPCC) for a presentation and tour of UNGSC’s Brindisi Base.
How do we create a future free from violence against women and girls?
Let’s start with a simple action, wearing orange.
Orange is the chosen color for the annual global campaign “UNiTE to End Violence against Women.” The UNiTE campaign urges individuals worldwide to wear this bright color, symbolizing optimism and the commitment to a future free from violence against women and girls.
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS): A Force Multiplier for Peace and Humanitarian Efforts
The use of UAS by military forces increased globally over the past decades, with numerous countries, as well as non-State armed groups, adopting or expanding their UAS fleets, according to the Center for Strategic & International Studies.[1] However, in the context of peace operations, their use was minimal, due, in part, to their prohibitive cost.
Amidst growing environmental crises, the urgency to adopt sustainable practices is greater than ever. Supply chain operations and the environment are inextricably linked, and it's no secret that traditional linear supply chains can produce enormous amounts of waste.
The United Nations system is engaged in a digital transformation. However, technology alone is not enough. Building the capacity of staff to take full advantage of new technological tools is critical. The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) is supporting this process, working closely with field missions and other partners to tailor digital technology solutions to their unique needs and ensuring they possess the skillsets to utilize them.
“The United Nations is a reflection of the world as it is – and an aspiration of the world we know it can be.” –UN Secretary-General António Guterres
On this UN Day, the United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) is inviting stakeholders across the UN system and beyond in Brindisi, Italy, and Valencia, Spain, to join forces and accelerate the implementation of the UN’s goals through innovation and collaboration.
The UN is increasingly exploring using robots for surveillance, security, and humanitarian operations, with several pilot projects underway.
On 24 October 2023, UN Day, the United Nations Global Service Centre, a pioneer in transformative technologies for the UN System, will bring this timely field to the public, engaging youth and civil society in a deeper understanding of technology, peace, and development.
Predictive analysis can significantly enhance strategic planning and monitoring in peacekeeping operations. In his article “Machine Learning and Conflict Prediction,”* Chris Perry notes, the development of a “robust, accurate and effective conflict early warning system” has long been a priority for the United Nations.
To that end, as part of UNGSC’s Academia Partnership Programme, students from Barcelona’s ESADE University have developed a novel data model.