Research Questions
Task 1
What are the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and why were they created?
- How many SDGs are there, and what are some examples?
- Why did countries around the world agree to these goals?
- 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?
- What evidence shows whether the world is moving forward or backward on your chosen SDG?
- What are the environmental, social, and economic factors affecting progress for this SDG?
- 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?
- What evidence supports your investment recommendation (e.g., data, success stories, areas most in need)?
- How would your investment address environmental, social, or economic challenges related to the SDG?
- How would you justify your decision to others, considering ethical implications and potential impacts?