Question

In 2015 the United Nations adopted the ‘2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development’. It provides a blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet for now and into the future. The Agenda mentions 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for action by all countries - development and developing - in a global partnership.

Find out the details of each of these goals and discuss them in the classroom.

Find details see : https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/

Answer 1

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by the United Nations in 2015, includes 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These goals aim to improve human life, protect the environment and promote peace and prosperity.

1. No Poverty: End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
2. Zero Hunger: End hunger, improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.
3. Good Health and Well-being: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for people of all ages.
4. Quality Education: Provide inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities.
5. Gender Equality: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
6. Clean Water and Sanitation: Ensure availability of safe water and proper sanitation for all.
7. Affordable and Clean Energy: Provide access to affordable, reliable and clean energy.
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth: Promote productive employment, decent work and sustainable economic growth.
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Develop strong infrastructure, sustainable industries and encourage innovation.
10. Reduced Inequalities: Reduce inequalities within and among countries.
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities: Make cities and settlements safe, inclusive, resilient and sustainable.
12. Responsible Consumption and Production: Promote sustainable use of resources and reduce waste.
13. Climate Action: Take urgent action to combat climate change and its effects.
14. Life Below Water: Protect oceans, seas and marine resources.
15. Life on Land: Protect forests, biodiversity and terrestrial ecosystems and prevent land degradation.
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: Promote peaceful societies, justice for all and effective institutions.
17. Partnerships for the Goals: Strengthen global cooperation and partnerships to achieve sustainable development.