Sustainable development

 

Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generation to meet their own needs.

 

Sustainable development goals

 

The sustainable development goals (SDGs), otherwise known as global goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.

 

There are 17 SDGs given below, together with some of their key facts and figures.

Goal1. No poverty

Goal 2. Zero hunger

Goal 3. Good health and well being

Goal 4 Quality education

Goal 5. Gender equality

Goal 6.Clean water and sanitation

Goal 7.Affordable and clean energy

Goal 8.Decent work and economic growth

Goa 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Goal10. Reduced inequalities

Goa 11. Sustainable cities and communities

Goal 12.Responsible consumption

Goal13. Climate action

Goal 14. Life below water

Goal 15. Life on land

Goal 16. Peace justice and strong institution

Goal 17.partnership for the goals

 

Conclusion: economic development achieved so far has adopted various techniques which have proved harmful for the environment in which we reside in. The growing population and our rate of consumption of natural resources have placed a big stress on the environment. The crying need is for sustainable development which does not have a negative impact on the environment .Careful use of resources and maximum use of non conventional energy sources will enable us to attain sustainable development.