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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The 17 SDGs were established in 2015 by the UN to transform the world by 2030. Learn how businesses can align with and contribute to these global goals.
The Sustainable Development Goals were established in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly and are a compilation of 17 agreements made by 193 countries to work toward achieving in order to 'transform the world by 2030.'
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals
1. No Poverty — End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
2. Zero Hunger — End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition.
3. Good Health and Well-being — Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all.
4. Quality Education — Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education.
5. Gender Equality — Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
6. Clean Water and Sanitation — Ensure availability and sustainable management of water.
7. Affordable and Clean Energy — Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable energy.
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth — Promote sustained, inclusive economic growth.
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure — Build resilient infrastructure, foster innovation.
10. Reduced Inequalities — Reduce inequality within and among countries.
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities — Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
12. Responsible Consumption and Production — Ensure sustainable consumption patterns.
13. Climate Action — Take urgent action to combat climate change.
14. Life Below Water — Conserve and sustainably use the oceans and marine resources.
15. Life on Land — Protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems, manage forests sustainably.
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions — Promote peaceful, inclusive societies.
17. Partnerships for the Goals — Strengthen the means of implementation.
How to Implement SDGs at Your Company
Define priorities by mapping the value chain to identify impact areas.
Set goals and identify KPIs.
Integrate sustainability goals within the business across all functions.
Report and communicate on SDG performance.
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