17 Ways to Save the World

Research Questions

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Task 1

What are the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and why were they created?

  1. How many SDGs are there, and what are some examples?
  2. Why did countries around the world agree to these goals?
  3. What are the main areas (themes) addressed by the SDGs?

Task 2

How is progress towards one selected SDG tracking around the world, and what factors influence that progress?

  1. What evidence shows whether the world is moving forward or backward on your chosen SDG?
  2. What are the environmental, social, and economic factors affecting progress for this SDG?
  3. What are some challenges that prevent faster progress towards achieving this SDG?

Task 3

If you could invest in one specific area to improve progress towards your chosen SDG, where would you invest and why?

  1. What evidence supports your investment recommendation (e.g., data, success stories, areas most in need)?
  2. How would your investment address environmental, social, or economic challenges related to the SDG?
  3. How would you justify your decision to others, considering ethical implications and potential impacts?