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SDGs
Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Introduction
It is estimated that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, will cost five to seven trillion U.S. dollars each year. Consequently, SDG 17 aims to build...
Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
Introduction
Having strong institutions in place is essential to the success of all of the Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs. Working towards a society where people are free ...
Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land
Introduction
Every year, thirteen million hectares of forests are lost. Land degradation has led to 3.6 million hectares of desertification, or the loss of fertile land. Forests c...
Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water
Introduction
The ocean is essential to life as we know it. In 2019, over three billion people relied on marine and coastal biodiversity for their livelihoods. Three million people...
Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action
Introduction
Over the past few years, you may have noticed rising temperatures and more extreme weather conditions. These are symptoms of climate change, which is driven by increa...
Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Introduction
The term “material consumption” refers to all the materials used by an economy in a specific timeframe. Imagine the size of worldwide material consumption, such as al...
Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Introduction
Since 2007, over 50% of the world’s population are urban residents, but not all cities are sustainable, safe, or adequate for living. In 2018, over one billion people...
Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
Introduction
Inequalities arise in many forms, often based on age, disability, gender, race, ethnicity, country of origin, religion, or economic status. Inequality also exists wit...
Sustainable Development Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Introduction
Infrastructure refers to the structural systems nations are built on, including roads, transportation services, buildings, and even sewage systems. It is essential to...
Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Introduction
Economic growth is essential for improving people’s everyday lives. However, many workers are subject to unsafe conditions; in a study based on data from 55 countries...