But, after all, what does a ?better world? mean? Perhaps in one of those existential crises the question came to mind. The principle of wanting to achieve something is knowing what you want to achieve. Let us clarify then, because we reviewed the literature, did our research and equipped ourselves with the knowledge necessary to be pragmatic on this issue. A better world means a more sustainable world. (applause from the invisible audience)
(silence awkward) What is a more sustainable world? Alright, good question! Sustainability means that we use our resources intelligently to live a fulfilling life, without compromising the generations after us. It means, for example, that the use I give to the water I have is sufficient for all my needs, and does not negatively interfere with the water renewal cycle, meaning that all my descendants have the same access to water that I have today. . Sustainability, in a context where we use more and more resources, is probably the challenge of the century.
We follow the line of reasoning: how do we define a more sustainable world? The question is pertinent because there are so many and complex global challenges that having everything aligned on sustainability issues sounds utopian. Fortunately it isn't.
In 2015, world leaders agreed on 17 goals to achieve a more sustainable world, to be achieved by 2030. Basically they found 17 points that explain a vision of sustainability for our world. That is, they tell us how we should use our resources intelligently so that the next generations can also use them for their needs. These 17 goals are called Sustainable Development Goals, or Sustainable Development Goals in English (SDGs) - they aim to end poverty, combat inequalities and mitigate climate change. Discover below the areas that the SDGs cover:
>> Read (more) below what each of the SDGs is about.
Guided by the objectives, it is now up to all of us: governments, companies and citizens, to work together to build a better future for everyone. This is common work, which we must all do in small actions, every day. It's not about big revolutions, but small things that make a big difference.
Forall Phones is sustainable by nature. Our refurbished smartphones give new life to equipment that would otherwise be trash. We are mainly impacting SDGs 12 and 13, promoting more sustainable production and consumption and a reduction of greenhouse gases that go into the atmosphere. Since we began our mission of premium technology at affordable prices, we have avoided 4,495 kg of electronic waste and more than 1,956 tons of carbon dioxide.
The actions we suggest in the #GreenTips Newsletter will help you understand what you can do to ensure that SDGs are implemented. (haven't you subscribed to this Newsletter yet? Do so here) You can also find our Green Pocketbook here, which brings together all the information in a small pocket book.
It's time to act! Do we count on you to change the world with us?
| SDG #1 - Eradicate poverty | |
| The objective is to eliminate extreme poverty worldwide and reduce, at least by half, the number of men, women and children living in poverty, as well as ensuring access to economic resources, services basic rights and property rights. | |
| SDG #2 - Eradicate hunger | |
| The goal is to eliminate hunger and malnutrition, as well as ensure access to sufficient, nutritious food. The aim is to double agricultural productivity and increase investment in rural infrastructure. | |
| SDG #3 - Quality healthcare | |
| The objective is to reduce birth mortality and reduce premature mortality by 1/3, as well as reduce the number of deaths and illnesses caused by dangerous chemicals, pollution and air contamination, water and soil. | |
| SDG #4 - Quality Education | |
| The objective is to ensure that everyone completes primary and secondary education around the world and to increase the qualifications of young people and adults, so that there are no gender disparities. | |
| SDG #5 - Gender equality | |
| The objective is to eliminate all types of discrimination against women and eliminate all types of violence, in public and private spheres, as well as ensuring the effective participation of women and equal opportunities for leadership at all decision levels. | |
| SDG #6 - Drinking water and sanitation | |
| The objective is to guarantee universal and equitable access to safe and drinking water, and guarantee sanitation for the entire population, as well as increase water quality by reducing pollution. | |
| SDG #7 - Renewable and affordable energy | |
| The aim is to ensure access to affordable, reliable and modern energy services and increase the % of renewable energy used, as well as facilitate access to clean energy through better infrastructure and technology. | |
| SDG #8 - Decent work and economic growth | |
| The goal is to increase economic productivity through diversification, technological improvements and innovation, and eliminate slave labor and human trafficking. | |
| SDG #9 - Industry, innovation and infrastructure | |
| The objective is to develop safe, quality and sustainable infrastructure and improve industrial capabilities, in particular, in developing countries. | |
| SDG #10 - Reduce inequalities | |
| The objective is to achieve higher levels of income for the bottom 40% of the scale and ensure the reduction of inequalities and opportunities by eliminating discriminatory laws, policies and practices. | |
| SDG #11 - Sustainable cities and communities | |
| The objective is to ensure access to adequate accommodation, maintaining culture and natural heritage, and improving transport and public spaces, as well as ensuring the growth of cities, in an inclusive, efficient and sustainable manner. | td>|
| SDG #12 - Sustainable production and consumption | |
| The objective is to use our resources efficiently and sustainably and promote good practices such as the 3R?s ? Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. | |
| SDG #13 - Climate Action | |
| The goal is to increase resilience and adaptive capacity to climate change in all countries and increase knowledge and education about the changes happening in our world. | |
| SDG #14 - Protect marine life | |
| The objective is to prevent and reduce maritime pollution, in particular due to land-based activities, and, by 2020, to improve and protect the maritime ecosystem, avoiding significant adverse impacts. | |
| SDG #15 - Protect life on Earth | |
| By 2020, the objective is to promote the conservation and restoration of terrestrial ecosystems and, by 2030, combat desertification and restore degraded land, in particular, in developing countries, as well as prevent the extinction of species. | |
| SDG #16 - Peace, justice and effective institutions | |
| The objective is to significantly reduce all types of violence, and related deaths, and reduce all forms of corruption, as well as make global decision-making power more inclusive. | |
| SDG #17 - Partnerships to implement objectives | |
| By 2030, the objective is to mobilize more aid for developing countries and promote multilateral, universal and non-discriminatory exchange, as well as boost cooperation around the implementation of the SDGs. | |
