sustainable development goals
She Made France a Renewable Energy Pioneer and Now Wants the World to Join In
France’s former minister of the environment and president of COP 21, Ségolène Royal, is cautiously optimistic about our climate change future.
An Action Plan Is Needed If a Majority of the World Will Live in Cities by 2030
The Sustainable Development Goals have specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. Today we're breaking down how to get safe and sustainable living spaces in our cities and communities.
It's Possible to Shift Wealth and Power Dynamics Across the Globe by 2030
The Sustainable Development Goals have specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. Today we take a look at #10: Reduced Inequalities.
We Can't Solely Rely on World Leaders at the UN to Effect Global Change
As diplomats meet at the United Nations this week, it’s more important than ever that all people are empowered to engage the challenges of these times.
Average American Household Loses $9 Per Day Because of Poor Infrastructure
The Sustainable Development Goals have specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. Today, we take a look at Goal #9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.
Global People's Summit Seeks to Engage All in Social Impact Conversation
The Global People’s Summit +Social Good in partnership with the United Nations is trying to get people around the world involved with the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
People Are Celebrating the Progress They’ve Made Towards Changing the World
Around the world, individuals and groups are coming to together for a day of action to advance the UN's global goals for social good.
Muslim Leaders in Senegal are Improving Women’s Access to Contraceptives
This religious community is committed to ensuring gender equality for Senegalese women.
Here's What's Next for the UN as They Move Closer to Their Global Goals Deadline
A forum convened this summer for countries to report on progress they’ve made in advance of the two year anniversary of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Are we on the mark or too far gone?
Tripling Sustainable Investments Could Make Clean Energy Possible for All
The Sustainable Development Goals have specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. Today, we take a look at Goal #7: Affordable and Clean Energy.
Indigenous and Local Activists Fighting Climate Change Honored at UN Event
185 environmental activists were killed across 16 countries last year, and leaders like those honored at the Equator Prize are on the front lines to save the Earth.
Over 2 Billion People Worldwide Don't Have Access to Basic Sanitation Services
The Sustainable Development Goals have specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. Today, we take a look at Goal #6: Clean Water and Sanitation.