The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent a holistic global agenda within the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, acknowledging the interconnectedness of economic, social, and environmental dimensions. Serving as a guiding framework, the SDGs provide direction for nations, organisations, and industries to formulate impactful, sustainable strategies addressing global challenges.
This Report is an output to the Annual Milestones of the APAEC Phase II: 2021 – 2025, under Outcome Based Strategy No 2 to “Conduct Strategic Outreach to Advance Regional Actions to enhance Public Awareness and Image of CCT” from the Coal and Clean Coal Technology Programme Area.
This report highlights the relationship between the coal value chain and the SDGs, showcasing direct and indirect contributions to achieving each goal. Direct contributions arise from the industry’s core business activities, while indirect contributions stem from companies’ initiatives benefiting the environment and local communities.