17 Goals to Transform Our World
The Sustainable Development Goals are a call for action by all countries – poor, rich and middle-income – to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. They recognize that ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build economic growth and address a range of social needs including education, health, social protection, and job opportunities, while tackling climate change and environmental protection.
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GOAL OF THE MONTH
Achieving Goal 12 – ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns – requires fostering circular economy models, sustainable production practices and responsible consumption. Progress largely depends on robust regulatory frameworks, financial incentives and public awareness campaigns. Read more from the Goal of the Month editorial
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