Sustainable Development Goals

Question 1

These are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all.

Answer 1

Sustainable Development Goals

Question 2

What are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals?

Answer 2

1. No Poverty
2. Zero Hunger
3. Good Health and Well-being
4. Quality Education
5. Gender Equality
6. Clean Water and Sanitation
7. Affordable and Clean Energy
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
9. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Consumption and Production
13. Climate Action
14. Life Below Water
15. Life on Land
16. Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goals

Question 3

What step did the Philippines take for SDG #1?

Answer 3

Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps): This conditional cash transfer program provides financial assistance to low-income families to help alleviate poverty and improve living conditions.

Question 4

What step did the Philippines take for SDG #3?

Answer 4

PhilHealth: Universal Health Coverage Program: The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation aims to provide affordable health insurance to all Filipinos, ensuring access to healthcare services.

Question 5

What step did the Philippines take for SDG #4?

Answer 5

K-12 Program: The Philippines implemented the K-12 program to enhance the quality of education by extending the basic education cycle, improving curricula, and upgrading educational facilities.

Question 6

What step did the Philippines take for SDG #14?

Answer 6

Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park: A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is a marine protected area aimed at preserving marine biodiversity and ecosystems

Question 7

What step did the Philippines take for SDG #15?

Answer 7

National Greening Program: This reforestation program aims to rehabilitate degraded forests, promote biodiversity conservation, and combat land degradation.

Question 8

This refers to the practice of misrepresenting or superficially aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals without genuinely incorporating sustainable practices into an organization’s operations (aka greenwashing or social washing)

Answer 8

SDG washing

Question 9

What are the 4 common forms of SDG washing?

Answer 9

1. Tokenism
2. Misalignment
3. Lack of Transparency
4. Selective Reporting

Question 10

This form of SDG washing refers to superficially associating with one or more SDGs without taking meaningful action. This may include using the SDG logo or symbols without substantial commitment to the goals.

Answer 10

Tokenism

Question 11

This form of SDG washing refers to presenting products, services, or initiatives as supporting the SDGs when they may actually be at odds with these goals. For instance, promoting a fast-fashion brand as sustainable without addressing its environmental impact.

Answer 11

Misalignment

Question 12

This form of SDG washing refers to failing to disclose information or metrics related to an organization’s impact on the SDGs, making it challenging for stakeholders to evaluate their commitment.

Answer 12

Lack of Transparency

Question 13

This form of SDG washing refers to emphasizing positive contributions to certain SDGs while neglecting other areas where the organization may not be making progress or may even have a negative impact.

Answer 13

Selective Reporting