Sustainable Development Goals - Goal #7

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What is the main focus of goal #7 in the framework discussed?

Ensuring environmental sustainability

Which of the following was NOT a target under goal #7 in the framework?

Improving healthcare facilities for slum dwellers by 2020

Which country achieved the most successful goal according to the text?

China

What was the timeframe set to achieve a substantial reduction in biodiversity loss under goal #7?

<p>2010</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the minimum number of slum dwellers that the framework aimed to improve the lives of by 2020?

<p>100 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the SDGs (2015-2030) from the MDGs?

<p>Introduction of 'zero goals' such as zero hunger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the SDGs was criticized due to insufficient representation of the global south?

<p>Choice of goals and indicators.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major difference between the MDGs and the SDGs regarding development goals?

<p>MDGs had fewer goals and targets compared to the SDGs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which goal directly relates to international agreements like the Paris Agreement?

<p>Goal #13: Climate action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue highlighted regarding accountability in achieving the SDGs?

<p>No consequences if goals are not achieved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of achieving the SDGs poses a significant financial challenge, especially in emergent economies?

<p>Financing infrastructure like electricity and roads.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of cost estimates for achieving the SDG goals poses a challenge due to potential overlap?

<p>'Double counting' when achieving progress in one goal affecting another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which development finance institutions are mentioned as needing to be more geared towards achieving environmental goals?

<p>'Development finance' institutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a long-term effect that cost estimates for achieving SDGs often fail to consider?

<p>'Long-term effect' of climate adaptation/mitigation strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect would lead to 'double counting' in cost estimates for achieving SDGs?

<p>'Immediate effect' of infrastructure on outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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