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🌍 From 18 September to 8 October, we are celebrating European Sustainable Development Week.   As a reminder, in 2015, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).   It is a call for worldwide action among governments, businesses and civil society that presents a set of 17 integrated and interrelated goals to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that humanity enjoys peace and prosperity by 2030.   WPO contributes mainly to 9 of these 17 goals that you can find below.   Find out more about the actions we are taking to promote a sustainable world in our latest CSR report: https://lnkd.in/ep3VVHEx

The Europe Sustainable Development Report 2023/24, produced by the UN SDSN with SDSN Europe and the EESC, calls for urgent EU action to meet SDGs and Paris Agreement goals. The report's fifth edition shows a risk of not achieving a third of SDG targets by 2030, noting social stagnation, increased poverty, and negative global impacts from EU consumption and supply chains. It urges the EU to strengthen its SDG leadership both within Europe and internationally. Read the Report: https://lnkd.in/d9S_zbii Download the Report: https://lnkd.in/daX-DNir Explore the Index and Dashboards: https://lnkd.in/dEhPiDP4 Watch the Report Launch Event: https://lnkd.in/dNxW-JgN 

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were born at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development in Rio de Janeiro in 2012. The objective was to produce a set of universal goals that meet the urgent environmental, political and economic challenges facing our world. https://lnkd.in/edcC7z59

During a recent field visit in the South Coast of Kenya, I was confronted with the stark realities facing indigenous communities—realities that many of us read about but few witness firsthand. Climate change isn't just a global headline; it's a daily challenge that threatens their way of life. Beyond the environmental struggles, the exploitation of their work and land adds another layer of adversity. The resilience and wisdom of these communities in the face of such challenges are profound. They hold generations of knowledge about living in harmony with nature, knowledge that is invaluable as we seek sustainable solutions for our planet's future. Yet, the question looms large: Are we ready to truly listen to indigenous communities? It's time for a paradigm shift. Involving indigenous people in the conversation isn’t just about giving them a voice—it's about recognizing them as essential contributors to the dialogue on climate action and sustainability. Their insights can guide us toward more effective and equitable solutions. Moreover, as we benefit from their knowledge and land, it is only fair that they too reap the rewards of development and conservation efforts. Ensuring that indigenous communities benefit from projects affecting their lands and lives is not only a matter of justice; it’s a cornerstone of sustainable progress. As professionals, advocates, and global citizens, we must champion the inclusion and empowerment of indigenous voices. Let’s not just ask them for their input; let’s ensure they have a seat at the table and a stake in the outcomes. Our future efforts must not only be for indigenous communities but with them. Sharrif Injamu NEVILLE AGESA Jacob M. ACEF - Africa Climate and Environment Foundation Ocean-Climate Innovation Hub Kenya #Sustainability #IndigenousRights #ClimateAction #EquityInAction #ListenAndLearn

Taking a read of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network ESDR 2023/24 report and especially the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) index. Of the 38 countries assessed not great reading for 🇬🇧 across the 17 SDG goals. - only country to register decreasing against target on ‘no poverty’ & ‘sustainable cities / communities’ - only country in W. Europe in the orange (significant challenges remain) for ‘good health and wellbeing’ - major challenges remain (red) for ‘responsible consumption and ‘climate action’ (we are not alone on this one to be fair) - ranked 16th overall across all goals

Today, I had the privilege of participating in the Green Growth Workshop, focusing on the theme "Path to Just and Sustainable Africa: Attracting Global Opportunities and Impacting Policy." Throughout the workshop, I had the opportunity to expand my understanding of environmental sustainability through a series of insightful presentations. One key takeaway was the realization that achieving environmental sustainability necessitates collective efforts and robust collaborations. It became evident that individuals, civil service organizations, governments, and non-governmental organizations all play pivotal roles in promoting a healthy and sustainable environment. By doing so, we create opportunities for both present and future generations to enjoy the highest quality of life possible. It is imperative that we take responsibility and actively engage in protecting the environment, recognizing that our actions today have far-reaching implications for future generations. #GreenGrowthWorkshop #EnvironmentalSustainability #OurActionsMatter

African youth are driving change in agriculture and climate action. The Consortium of African Youth in Agriculture and Climate Change (CAYACC), launched in November 2023, has spent the past year uniting youth organizations and amplifying their impact. As Panduleni Elago, Senior CAADP Advisor at the African Union Commission, noted at CAYACC's launch, "[The youth] are the architects of innovative solutions, the champions of sustainable practices, and the leaders of tomorrow's green economy." CAYACC fosters collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship, empowering young people to become active agents of change in agro-food systems and climate action across Africa. https://bit.ly/3ZBZ8qF

The Europe Sustainable Development Report is out, Germany currently ranks at 6th position in the overall comparsion of SDG achievement: https://lnkd.in/dPpNWbvZ The report's numbers also show the contradictional behaviour of the Global North quite well: In total, EU is ranked as the world's region with the highest (=best) achievement in SDGs so far, but ranks last (=has the most negative score) in spillover effects: For the emmission of GHG, the most spillovers are made in EU's clothing and textile sector, for deforestation it is forestry and logging, and for water stress it again is textile and clothing. To compare: Sub-Sahara Africa has the lowest achievement of SDGs, but the most positive score in spillover effects. https://lnkd.in/dnqZxvJz I'm still happy to contribute to the SDGs, e.g. with the projects funded by public donors I manage at Stiftung Menschen für Menschen - Karlheinz Böhms Äthiopienhilfe, but I believe ranking well in SDG achievement AND spillovers is possible and would love the EU to take responsibility for their negative spillovers and reduce them massively, especially when it comes to GHG emmissions and supply chains 🌿

Africa's vast natural resources hold immense potential, but challenges like ineffective governance and inadequate youth participation, threaten sustainability. At the African Youth Conference on Natural Resources and Environmental Governance (#AYC2024), Chibeze Ezekiel, rallied young Africans to champion responsible resource management and climate action. His organization, Strategic Youth Network for Development : SYND GHANA, empowers young people through initiatives like the Youth-NREG platform. The future of Africa's environment rests on the shoulders of its youth, and they are rising to the challenge. Read more in this article by Rashid Latif Bukari: https://lnkd.in/gDZMK4cC

Today Australia joins the global movement dedicated to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by celebrating SDG Flag Day. Iconic Australian landmarks—including Melbourne Town Hall (Vic), Old Parliament House (ACT), the Treasury Building in Canberra (ACT), the John Gorton Building (ACT), and Questacon (ACT)—will light up with the colours of the SDGs, while flags symbolising the SDGs will be raised nationwide. The event is a powerful reminder of the collective ambition to secure a sustainable future for all Australians.    The SDGs represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that by 2030, all people enjoy peace and prosperity. SDG Flag Day marks Australia’s commitment to these goals, celebrating its achievements while acknowledging the work that remains to achieve substantial progress.    The Sustainable Development Report shows that Australia holds an SDG Index Rank of 37 out of 166 countries, with an index score of 76.9. This ranking illustrates that Australia is on track to achieve approximately 51% of the SDG targets by 2030. The ranking system benchmarks Australia’s performance against other nations, highlighting both commendable strides and areas in need of continued effort.