United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
May 1, 2024
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The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, universally known as the SDGs, are a collection of 17 global goals set up in 2015 by all the UN member states. These goals are designed to be an action plan to end poverty, fight inequality and injustice, and tackle climate change while ensuring no one is left behind. The UN's global set of goals unifies aspirations from nations both big and small, wealthy and poor, rural and urban. It's a plan of action for people, the planet, and prosperity over the next 15 years. These goals are structured around 5 key themes: People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnership. Each goal has specific targets that are measured by indicators to track progress on the implementation of the goals.
Understanding Why UN Sustainable Development Goals Are Important
The UN Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. To create a world where everyone can live with dignity and where the planet can sustain this quality of life, these goals are essential. The SDGs incorporate the economic, environmental, and social dimensions of sustainable development. They are the result of careful deliberation and consensus among 193 countries.
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Reading list
We've selected seven books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
This official publication from the United Nations provides a detailed overview of the SDGs, their targets, and indicators. It is an essential resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the SDGs and their implementation.
Published annually, this report provides an up-to-date assessment of progress towards the SDGs. It includes data and analysis on each of the 17 goals, as well as recommendations for accelerating progress.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their importance in addressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality. Written by Christiana Figueres, a former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and Tom Rivett-Carnac, a sustainability expert, this book offers a practical guide to achieving the SDGs and highlights the role of individuals and organizations in creating a more sustainable future.
Written by renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs, this book explores the economic dimensions of sustainable development. It examines the costs and benefits of investing in the SDGs and provides policy recommendations for achieving sustainable economic growth.
This critical examination of the SDGs provides an in-depth analysis of their origins, design, and implementation. The authors identify challenges and opportunities in achieving the SDGs and offer recommendations for improving their effectiveness.
This handbook provides practical guidance on how to implement the SDGs at the national, regional, and global levels. It includes case studies and examples to illustrate how the SDGs can be operationalized and monitored.
Explores the role of cities in achieving the SDGs. It provides case studies and examples from around the world to demonstrate how cities can contribute to sustainable development in areas such as energy, transportation, and housing.
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