SDG
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 global goals adopted by all UN Member States to address interconnected social, environmental, and economic challenges by 2030.
Sustainable Development Goals
Also Known As / Other Names: Global Goals
Description
The SDGs form the backbone of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted in 2015 by the United Nations. They provide a universal framework to guide governments, businesses, and civil society towards a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient world. The goals are integrated, recognising the interdependence of social, economic, and environmental systems.
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Type |
Jurisdiction |
Sector Relevance |
|---|---|---|
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Global Goals |
Global |
Cross-sectoral (governments, business, civil society, academia) |
The 17 SDGs
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Gender Equality
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Reduced Inequalities
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life on Land
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- Partnerships for the Goals
Established / Active Since
2015
Maintained By / Organised By
United Nations (UN)
Official Resources
Relationship to Lemu
The SDGs, especially Goals 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), and 15 (Life on Land), directly align with Lemu’s mission to make nature visible in decision-making through Nature Intelligence.