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Science – our best bet to achieve the SDGs?
Science has pushed the boundaries of what is possible throughout history. From mapping DNA to the invention of electricity to the adoption of penicillin in modern medicine; science has shattered barriers and expanded human potential. With just eight years left to 2030, we must act now to accelerate needed transformations. Science is likely our best bet to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Expert Voices
Making waves for a blue economy
Our ocean is critical for all life on Earth. It regulates the climate and provides livelihoods for millions. But our ocean’s health is in danger. How can the blue economy help restore and protect this vital planetary resource? Ahead of the 2022 UN Ocean Conference this June, we spoke with UN DESA’s Madhushree Chatterjee who explains.
What do we mean when we talk about the blue economy?
Things You Need To Know
6 big questions for a global recovery in 2022 and beyond
In a world challenged by intertwined crises, the UN High-level Advisory Board on Economic and Social Affairs (HLAB) is stepping up to offer advice on how the world can recover and make progress towards sustainable development. On 25 May, you will be able to explore their solutions in the volume “Six Big Questions for the Global Economic Recovery: The UN High-level Advisory Board Q&A Compendium”. Here are their 6 main takeaways:
