Episode notes
On today's episode of the Green Hour, we're learning about the creation of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Joining us is Paula Caballero, former Director for Economic, Social and Environmental Affairs in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia. Paula is recognized as having created the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals concept, which is considered to be a “blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.”
In this episode, we explore the vital importance of global goals in sustainable development, delving into the historical context and progress of global goals. We examine the Millennium Development Goals which were adopted in 2002, looking at their creation, minimalist fashion, and evaluate their success. Paula Caballero guides us through the evolution from MDGs to the groundbreakin ...