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Leaving No U.S. City Behind. The U.S. Cities Sustainable Development Goal Index

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This 2nd annual report from the SDSN ranks the 100 most populous metropolitan areas in the U.S. on the SDGs. It is particularly relevant for urban leaders whose engagement is crucial for sustainable development, as 85% of the U.S. population live in cities. The Index report analyzes 44 indicators for each city to provide a comprehensive assessment of sustainable development challenges related to environmental, social, and economic objectives. It is intended as a planning tool for cities, highlighting areas of strength and weakness and where opportunities exist to learn from other cities. It includes a quick-reference dashboard that rates each city’s performance on 15 of the 17 SDGs, as well as a series of maps showing relative performance in different parts of the country.

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Generation SDG Blueprint

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The Generation SDG Blueprint is as an introduction to the SDGs as well as an action plan for those already integrating the SDGs into their work. It takes the reader through four sections all of which...

Developed by Waterloo Global Science Initiative (WGSI...

Posted by Local2030

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2018 Voluntary National Reviews Synthesis Report

Available in English

The 2018 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on sustainable development took place from 9 to 18 July. A total of 46 countries presented voluntary national reviews, up from 43 countries that conducted re...

Developed by United Nations Department of Economic an...

Posted by Local2030

Case studies and best practices

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