Global Sustainable Development Report (GSDR) 2023

The Global Sustainable Development Report (GSDR) serves as a crucial document providing insights into the complex interplay between social, environmental, and economic development objectives worldwide. It aims to offer guidance and recommendations for policymakers, emphasising the significance of integrating scientific perspectives into sustainable development initiatives. The report, produced by an Independent Group of Scientists appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General, delves into various aspects of global sustainable development, highlighting challenges, opportunities, and potential pathways for achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The 2019 GSDR, "The Future is Now: Science for Achieving Sustainable Development," focused on identifying the present actions required to meet sustainable development objectives. Its 2023 successor, "Times of Crisis, Times of Change: Science for Accelerating Transformations to Sustainable Development," likely centres on the critical role of scientific insights in addressing crises and facilitating transformative changes toward sustainable development, particularly in the face of global challenges and uncertainties. 

Goal 11 aims to ensure sustainable cities and communities as urban populations continue to grow globally. Despite progress in providing basic services, challenges persist, including slower poverty reduction, significant economic output, high greenhouse gas emissions, and urban vulnerabilities highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in informal settlements and slums.

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