Our Scans · (ZY.4.28) Sustainability Studies · Weekly Summary

• [New] The success of ITER could pave the way for further international cooperation on other global challenges, such as climate change and sustainable development. Visegrad Post
• [New] Reducing food waste is a top priority in reaching its Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. FoodNavigator-Asia.com
• [New] Bioplastics have the potential to reduce global plastic waste by up to 50%, significantly contribute to Sustainable Development Goals such as responsible consumption (SDG 12) and climate action (SDG 13), and advance the field of sustainable material science. crimsonpublishers
• [New] Among areas of the FFD4 document that the US objects to is a call for countries to explore global solidarity levies that could include taxes on highly polluting activities or on the super-rich to finance sustainable development. DAWN.COM
• Climate Goals: ADB aims to mobilize $100 billion for climate finance between 2019 and 2030, supporting sustainable development initiatives such as green fuel projects. EDUREV.IN
• With only five years to the UN's 2030 target for its sustainable development goal - to conserve the oceans, seas and marine resources - and the Global Biodiversity Framework requirement to protect 30% of the ocean, we need to make significant progress. The Conversation
• Rising geopolitical risks create major obstacles for global environmental governance, hindering nations' efforts to tackle climate change and pursue sustainable development. Nature
• India's shift to a green economy is vital for sustainable development, offering immense potential for job creation, climate resilience, clean technology expansion, and long-term economic growth through environmentally responsible policies and investments. vajiramandravi
• Climate Goals: ADB aims to mobilize $100 billion for climate finance from 2019 to 2030, promoting sustainable development initiatives like green fuel projects. EDUREV.IN
• In Qatar, where educational innovation aligns with the National Vision 2030, GCE is being integrated into the national curricula alongside Education for Sustainable Development. IGSDA
• The world is currently off track to meet the Sustainable Development Goal of reducing premature NCD mortality by one third by 2030. Africanews
• Expanding energy infrastructure to everyone on the planet by 2030 is one of the United Nations' 17 global sustainable development goals, which the International Energy Agency estimates would cost $49 billion per year. VoxDev
• 774 million children worldwide face the dual burden of high climate risk and poverty, making climate action that also reduces poverty and drives sustainable development more important than ever. Save the Children UK
• The OECD identifies a growing gap between funds available and requirements for green economy and sustainable development, predicting a $6.4 trillion annual deficit by 2030 without significant reforms. ClearTax
• The Nigerian gas strategy prioritizes objectives of sustainable development and clean energy transition, alongside the economic-energetic shift, aligning with Nigeria's Transition Plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060. Policy Center
• Among areas of the FFD4 document that the U.S. objects to is a call for countries to explore global solidarity levies that could include taxes on highly polluting activities or on the super-rich to finance sustainable development. CNBC Africa
• Despite significant advances in global connectivity and technological innovation, persistent and widening gender gaps threaten to undermine the potential of emerging technologies to advance sustainable development. Women at the Table
• Global climate predictions show temperatures are expected to continue at or near record levels in the next five years, increasing climate risks and impacts on societies, economies and sustainable development. World Meteorological Organization
• As industries look for ways to reduce their environmental footprint, Waste Management and Recycling Experts will help implement solutions that support sustainable development. Academia Magazine
• Germany's growing investment in Africa's energy sector signals a transformative shift toward sustainable development and economic growth, unlocking new opportunities and accelerating Africa's energy transition. Engineering News
• South Asia, one of the most climate-vulnerable regions in the world, faces significant challenges in achieving Sustainable Development Goals due to rising climate risks. SpringerLink
• The beneficial potential of AI has brought significant hope to the future of sustainable development and economic growth in Africa. Brookings
• The Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations include the goal of reducing premature mortality from noncommunicable diseases by one-third by 2030, underlining the importance of mental health promotion and mental illness prevention programs. JMIR Mental Health

Last updated: 07 July 2025