
sustainability

In 2015 all UN Member States signed up to 17 goals to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere. The sustainable development goals cover the three pillars of sustainable development: economic growth, social inclusion and environmental protection.
A 15 year plan was set out to achieve the goals as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. At this time the outlook was one of rising economic growth and positive international cooperation. It led to the Paris climate agreement.
