Book Overview

The book “UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Research, Progress & Future Paths” aims to present a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and research-oriented exploration of the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The volume brings together global perspectives, empirical studies, policy analyses, and innovative practices that examine the progress made toward achieving the SDGs, the challenges encountered across regions and sectors, and the future pathways required for inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development. It seeks to serve as a valuable academic and policy reference for researchers, academicians, practitioners, policymakers, and development professionals committed to sustainability and global transformation.

The book broadly covers the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, namely No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-being, Quality Education, Gender Equality, Clean Water and Sanitation, Affordable and Clean Energy, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry Innovation and Infrastructure, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action, Life Below Water, Life on Land, Peace Justice and Strong Institutions, and Partnerships for the Goals.

Major Themes and Sub-Themes

Theme 1: Social Development and Human Well-being

• Poverty alleviation strategies and inclusive growth

• Food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture

• Public health systems, well-being, and healthcare innovations

• Quality education, lifelong learning, and digital education models

• Gender equality, women empowerment, and social justice

Theme 2: Economic Growth, Employment, and Equity

• Decent work, employment generation, and skill development

• Inclusive economic growth and reduced inequalities

• Sustainable entrepreneurship and MSME development

• Social protection systems and economic resilience

Theme 3: Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action

• Climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies

• Sustainable water management and sanitation solutions

• Clean energy transitions and renewable energy policies

• Biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration

• Sustainable consumption and production practices

Theme 4: Infrastructure, Innovation, and Urban Development

• Sustainable cities and smart urban planning

• Green infrastructure and resilient communities

• Innovation, technology, and Industry 4.0 for sustainability

• Digital transformation for sustainable development

Theme 5: Governance, Policy, and Institutional Frameworks

• Good governance, transparency, and accountability

• Policy frameworks for SDG implementation

• Role of public institutions, NGOs, and civil society

• Measuring SDG progress and impact assessment

Theme 6: Partnerships and Global Collaboration

• Multi-stakeholder partnerships for SDGs

• International cooperation and development financing

• Academia–industry–government collaboration models

• Case studies of successful SDG partnerships

Theme 7: Regional, National, and Sectoral Case Studies

• Country-specific and regional SDG implementation experiences

• Sectoral case studies in education, health, energy, agriculture, and industry

• Best practices, success stories, and lessons learned

These sub-themes serve only as suggestions, and authors are encouraged to submit chapters on any topic that aligns with the title and overall theme of the book.