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· 23 Mar 2023

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Do you know what the 17 SDGs are?

In the company where I work, there is #sustainability highly valued. Almost every day, information is provided about the actions we are working on and how the Sustainable Development Goals can be embedded in the organization. I must confess that I just recently delved into the SDGs because I didn't know enough about them. Do you know exactly what the 17 SDGs are? I've sorted it out for you.

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 goals set by the #Verenigde Nations to make the world more sustainable and just. This should be achieved by 2030. What are the 17 SDGs and what do they include? Below you can find a brief explanation.

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Below is a brief and simple explanation of the #SDG 's:

1. none #poverty : Ending poverty in all its forms, around the world.
2. No hunger: Food security, improved nutrition and sustainable agriculture.
3. Good health and wellbeing: Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for everyone regardless of age, gender or nationality.
4.     #Kwaliteitsonderwijs : Ensuring access to quality education for all, regardless of background.
5.     #Gendergelijkheid : Striving for gender equality and empowering women and girls.
6. Clean water and sanitation: Ensuring access to clean water and adequate sanitation for all.
7. Affordable and sustainable #energy : Ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
8. Decent work and economic growth: Ensuring decent work and economic growth that is inclusive and sustainable.
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Ensuring sustainable infrastructure, inclusive and sustainable industrialization and innovation.
10.     #Ongelijkheid reduce: Reducing inequality within and between countries.
11. Sustainable cities and communities: Ensuring safe, resilient, inclusive and sustainable cities and communities.
12. Responsible consumption and production: Ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.
13.     #Klimaatactie : Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its effects.
14. Life in water: Protecting aquatic life and preserving the oceans, seas, and marine resources.
15. Land life: Protecting ecosystems, forests and biodiversity and promoting sustainable land use.
16. Peace, justice and strong public services: Promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, access to justice and establishing strong and transparent public services.
17. Partnership to achieve goals: Strengthening resources and global partnership to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

Source: The SDGs were prepared by the United Nations and more information can be found on their website: https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/

Of course, the SDGs are not only intended for companies, but also for each individual; you and me. Everyone can contribute to achieving the SDGs. The best way to do that?

• Become aware of the SDGs. Learn more about it and share your knowledge with others.
• Try to make sustainable choices in your daily life, for example by reducing waste, using less water and energy, and buying sustainable products.
• You can volunteer with organizations that participate in SDG-related topics.
Source: https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/takeaction