Global Issues

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

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

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

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

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,

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,

Introduction Infrastructure refers to the structural systems nations are built on, including roads, transportation services, buildings, and even sewage systems. It is essential to cities’

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