Sustainable Development: Climate Action

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What is the primary objective of Goal 13 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and what is a key indicator of its urgency?

The primary objective is to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. A key indicator of its urgency is that 2019 was the hottest year on record, with an average global temperature 1°C above pre-industrial levels.

What is the main goal of Poverty Eradication, and how many people currently live in extreme poverty?

The main goal is to end poverty in all its forms everywhere. According to the text, 736 million people live in extreme poverty, defined as less than $1.90 per day.

What is the primary aim of Goal 4 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and what is a key consequence of achieving this goal?

The primary aim is to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. A key consequence is that education improves health, increases income, and reduces poverty.

What is the main goal of Goal 5 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and what proportion of parliamentary seats are held by women worldwide?

The main goal is to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. According to the text, women hold only 24% of parliamentary seats worldwide.

What is the primary aim of Goal 6 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and how many people lack access to basic sanitation?

The primary aim is to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. According to the text, 2.3 billion people lack access to basic sanitation.

What is a key consequence of climate change, and how can it be addressed?

A key consequence of climate change is the increase in natural disasters. This can be addressed by transitioning to renewable energy, increasing energy efficiency, and implementing climate-resilient infrastructure.

How many children, adolescents, and youth are out of school, and what is a key benefit of education?

According to the text, 262 million children, adolescents, and youth are out of school. A key benefit of education is that it improves health, increases income, and reduces poverty.

What proportion of people lack access to even a basic level of water service, and what is a key focus of Goal 6?

According to the text, 844 million people lack access to even a basic level of water service. A key focus of Goal 6 is increasing access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities, and improving water efficiency.

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Sustainable Development

Climate Action

  • Goal 13 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Aim: Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
  • Key facts:
    • 2019: hottest year on record, with average global temperature 1°C above pre-industrial levels
    • Climate change contributes to natural disasters, food insecurity, and displacement
    • Transition to renewable energy, increase energy efficiency, and implement climate-resilient infrastructure

Poverty Eradication

  • Goal 1 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Aim: End poverty in all its forms everywhere
  • Key facts:
    • 736 million people live in extreme poverty (less than $1.90/day)
    • Poverty reduction strategies: social protection, education, job creation, and access to basic services
    • Focus on marginalized groups: women, children, indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities

Quality Education

  • Goal 4 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Aim: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
  • Key facts:
    • 262 million children, adolescents, and youth out of school
    • Education improves health, increases income, and reduces poverty
    • Focus on: early childhood education, literacy, numeracy, and skills development

Gender Equality

  • Goal 5 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Aim: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
  • Key facts:
    • Women hold only 24% of parliamentary seats worldwide
    • Gender equality boosts economic growth, improves health, and reduces poverty
    • Focus on: eliminating discrimination, increasing women's participation, and addressing gender-based violence

Clean Water and Sanitation

  • Goal 6 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Aim: Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
  • Key facts:
    • 844 million people lack access to even a basic level of water service
    • 2.3 billion people lack access to basic sanitation
    • Focus on: increasing access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities, and improving water efficiency

Sustainable Development

Climate Action

  • Urgent action is needed to combat climate change and its impacts
  • 2019 was the hottest year on record, with a global temperature 1°C above pre-industrial levels
  • Climate change contributes to natural disasters, food insecurity, and displacement
  • Transitioning to renewable energy, increasing energy efficiency, and implementing climate-resilient infrastructure are key

Poverty Eradication

  • 736 million people live in extreme poverty, surviving on less than $1.90/day
  • Poverty reduction strategies include social protection, education, job creation, and access to basic services
  • Focus on marginalized groups: women, children, indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities

Quality Education

  • 262 million children, adolescents, and youth are out of school
  • Education improves health, increases income, and reduces poverty
  • Focus on early childhood education, literacy, numeracy, and skills development

Gender Equality

  • Women hold only 24% of parliamentary seats worldwide
  • Gender equality boosts economic growth, improves health, and reduces poverty
  • Focus on eliminating discrimination, increasing women's participation, and addressing gender-based violence

Clean Water and Sanitation

  • 844 million people lack access to even a basic level of water service
  • 2.3 billion people lack access to basic sanitation
  • Focus on increasing access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities, and improving water efficiency

Test your knowledge about Goal 13 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on climate change and its impacts. Learn about the importance of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and climate-resilient infrastructure.

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