Category: Circular Economy
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SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
The Sustainable Development Goal 17 (abbr. SDG 17 or Global Goal 17) is about “partnerships for the goals.” One of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations in 2015, the official wording is: “Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development”. SDG 17 refers to the need for the nonhegemonic and fair cross sector and cross-country collaborations…
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SDG 15: Life on Land
Sustainable Development Goal 15 (SDG 15 or Global Goal 15) is about “Life on land”. One of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations in 2015, the official wording is: “Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss”. The Goal has 12 targets to be achieved by 2030.…
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SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Sustainable Development Goal 12 (SDG 12 or Global Goal 12), titled “responsible consumption and production”, is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations in 2015. The official wording of SDG 12 is “Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns”. SDG 12 is meant to ensure good use of resources, improve energy efficiency and sustainable infrastructure, provide access to basic services, create green and decent jobs,…
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SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11 or Global Goal 11), titled “sustainable cities and communities”, is one of 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015. The official mission of SDG 11 is to “Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable”. The 17 SDGs take into account that action in one area will affect outcomes in other areas as…
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SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
Sustainable Development Goal 10 (Goal 10 or SDG 10) is about reduced inequality and is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations in 2015. The full title is: “Reduce inequality within and among countries”. The Goal has ten targets to be achieved by 2019. Progress towards targets will be measured by indicators. The first seven…
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SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG 9 or Goal 9) is about “industry, innovation and infrastructure” and is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015. SDG 9 aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation. SDG 9 has eight targets, and progress is measured by twelve indicators. The…
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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8 or Global Goal 8) is about “decent work and economic growth” and is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals which were established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015. The full title is to “Foster sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.” Progress towards targets will be measured, monitored and…
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E-Waste: Public and Public Policy – Part 1
Author: 1) Naman Jain, and 2) Sankalp Pathak What are we worried about? Why are we worried? Is ‘terrorism’ the only worry the world has to be concerned about. If not, then here’s a serious emerging public health and environmental issue for the world. The course of our bright future does not seem so bright…
Naman Jain 