The Global Sustainable Development Report (GSDR) is a United Nations publication aiming to strengthen the science-policy interface, produced once every four years to inform the quadrennial SDG review deliberations.

The next report is scheduled for release in September 2027 ahead of the High-level Political Forum on sustainable development to be held under the auspices of the General Assembly (SDG Summit). Global Sustainable Development Report GSDR in 2027 GSDR in 2023

Achieving SDG7 will open a new world of opportunities for millions of people through new economic opportunities and jobs, empowered women, children and youth, better education and health, more sustainable, equitable and inclusive communities, and greater protections from, and resilience to, climate change. Energy Compacts More on Energy

While there is no single dedicated Sustainable Development Goal for transport, it is reflected in several SDG targets and recognized as an enabler for achieving many of the goals.

The United Nations Decade of Sustainable Transport will be an opportunity to further raise awareness of transport’s crucial role in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals and to gather and rally new solutions, resources and partnerships to advance sustainable transport globally. UN Decade of Sustainable Transport 2026 – 2035 More on Sustainable Transport

Water is fundamental to sustainable development, underpinning health, food security, energy, ecosystems, and economic growth. Ensuring universal access to safe drinking water and sanitation, improving water quality, strengthening water management, and enhancing resilience to water-related risks are essential for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and addressing climate change impacts.

The 2026 UN Water Conference will take place from 2–4 December 2026 in the United Arab Emirates. Co-hosted by Senegal and the United Arab Emirates, the Conference aims to accelerate the implementation of SDG 6 on clean water and sanitation, strengthen global water governance, and further elevate water-related issues on the international agenda through concrete action and partnerships. 2026 UN Water Conference More on Water and Sanitation

SDG 14: Life Below Water aims to conserve and sustainably use the world's oceans, seas, and marine resources by 2030. Key targets include reducing marine pollution, protecting ecosystems, ending overfishing, and minimizing ocean acidification. It is critical for managing climate change, biodiversity, and coastal livelihoods.

The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) was co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 – 13 June 2025. 2025 UN Ocean Conference UNOC3 Political Declaration More on Oceans & Seas

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) face unique and interrelated challenges, including climate change impacts, ocean degradation, limited resources, and structural vulnerabilities, while also demonstrating leadership and innovation in advancing sustainable development. Strengthening partnerships, mobilizing finance, and enhancing capacity-building are essential to support SIDS in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and ensuring that no one is left behind.

The Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States marked a key milestone in advancing SIDS priorities and resulted in the adoption of the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS, which provides a renewed framework for action, partnerships, and implementation. 4th Conference on SIDS ABAS SIDS Partnership Framework More on SIDS

Stakeholder engagement is central to advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) serves as the United Nations’ main platform for inclusive dialogue, bringing together governments, civil society, the private sector, academia, and other stakeholders to share experiences, build partnerships, and strengthen implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. More information Subscribe to mailing list

Partnerships are critical for accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals by bringing together governments, civil society, the private sector, academia, and the UN system. Effective multi-stakeholder partnerships help mobilize resources, scale innovative solutions, and strengthen implementation across sectors and levels.

The 2026 ECOSOC Partnership Forum took place on 27 January 2026 at the UN Headquarters in New York under the theme “Transformative, equitable, innovative and coordinated actions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs for a sustainable future for all”. 2026 ECOSOC Partnership Forum SDG Actions Platform Partnership Accelerator SDG Acceleration Actions More on Partnerships

The High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) is the central United Nations platform for the follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The 2026 HLPF will be convened from Tuesday, 7 July, to Wednesday, 15 July 2026, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 13 July, to Wednesday, 15 July 2026, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The last day of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC will take place on 16 July. HLPF in 2026 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 9 Goal 11 Goal 17

Capacity development is essential for advancing sustainable development, enabling governments and stakeholders to strengthen skills, institutions, data systems, and partnerships needed to design, implement, and monitor integrated solutions across the economic, social, and environmental dimensions of the 2030 Agenda.

The Division’s capacity development activities advance the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the ABAS and other internationally agreed development goals, guided by the outcomes of United Nations intergovernmental bodies on the three pillars of sustainable development – social, economic and environmental.

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