SDGs
Strategic Development Goals (SDGs)
The co-benefits concept highlights win–win situations that can arise if one policy measure addresses two or more policy goals, e.g., air quality and health benefits resulting from a climate policy measure. As an integrated approach to policymaking, the co-benefits concept can maximize synergies and minimize tradeoffs, mobilize support, and enhance environmental ambition.
Policies and strategies to reduce SLCP emissions can indirectly contribute to:
SDG 1 (no poverty)
By increasing crop yields and reducing the economic effects of ill-health due to air pollution, and by helping reduce the exposure of vulnerable populations to climate change-related events.
SDG 2 (zero hunger)
Improvements in air quality directly contribute to SDG 2 (zero hunger) by improving ecosystem health and agricultural yields.
SDG 3 (good health and well-being)
A climate policy measure can help in reducing indoor and outdoor air pollution and helping ensure healthy lives for people.
SDG 7 (affordable and clean energy)
Measures to address SLCPs also promote low-or no-emission alternatives across a wide range of sectors.
SDG 9 (industry, innovation and infrastructure)
Constructing new greener infrastructures, retrofitting or reconfiguring existing infrastructure systems and exploiting the potential of smart technologies can greatly contribute to the reduction of environmental impacts and disaster risks.
SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities)
Ensuring healthy lives of people as a result of reduced indoor and outdoor pollution will ultimately lead to sustainable living, cities, and communities.
SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
A climate policy measure will support the integration of environmental sustainability with economic growth and welfare.
SDG 13 (climate action)
Reducing near-term global warming directly contributes to SDG13.