Global Goals We are exploiting our research strengths to tackle nine UN Global Goals, producing practical solutions to the greatest challenges facing humankind.
At the University of Birmingham our research is not only world leading but world changing. Our outstanding academic expertise, and the ability to operate across continents, distinguishes us and fuels globally outstanding research which has a direct and positive impact on the lives of many thousands of people every year. 3. Good health and well-being Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. 5. Gender equality Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. 6. Clean water and sanitation Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. 7. Affordable and clean energy Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. 10. Reduced inequalities Reduce income inequality within and among countries. 11. Sustainable cities and communities Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. 12. Responsible consumption and production Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns. 13. Climate action Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts by regulating emissions and promoting developments in renewable energy. 16. Peace and justice Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels. Discover more about the Institute for Global Innovation Discover more about the movement
6. Clean water and sanitation Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
7. Affordable and clean energy Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
11. Sustainable cities and communities Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
13. Climate action Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts by regulating emissions and promoting developments in renewable energy.
16. Peace and justice Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.