UTS and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

About the SDGs

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a framework for the community and businesses, government and nations to work towards solving the planet’s biggest challenges. Agreed to in 2015 by all countries that make up the United Nations the 17 goals with 169 targets and 232 indicators provide a roadmap to guide and measure progress. Importantly, the SDGs include natural, social, cultural and governance considerations. At their core is peace, justice, equality and sustainability. 

Our impact

Universities have a vital role to play in helping achieve the SDGs though their research, facilitating innovation, leading by example, and collaborating with community partners. Select a goal below to see specific examples of how UTS staff and students are making an impact.