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 – Goal 13: Climate Action
Our efforts on climate action are delivering results but the world must move faster to reduce climate change. The past decade has been the hottest on record and rising temperatures are intensifying extreme weather. Yet, investments in clean energy, disaster preparedness, and climate resilience are demonstrating that progress is possible. Read more from the Goal of the Month editorial
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