The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of global goals established by the United Nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. They are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. Each goal has specific targets associated with it, totaling 169 targets. Here’s a brief overview of the 17 SDGs along with their associated targets:
- Goal 1: No Poverty
- Goal 2: Zero Hunger
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well- being
- Goal 4: Quality Education
- Goal 5: Gender Equality
- Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Goal7: Affordable and Clean energy
- Goal 8: Decent work and Economic Growth
- Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Goal 10: Reduced Inequality
- Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and production patterns
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- Goal 14: Life below Water
- Goal 15: Life on Land
- Goal 16: Peace and Justice and strong institutions
- Goal 17: Partnerships to achieve goal
Each goal and its associated targets address various aspects of social, economic, and environmental sustainability, with the aim of creating a better world for present and future generations.