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A correlation study of sustainable development goal (SDG) interactions.
Sheeba Pakkan1, Christopher Sudhakar2, Shubham Tripathi1
1Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka India.
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|June 22, 2022
Summary
Universities can strategize for the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by understanding their interrelationships. Analyzing 201,844 publications reveals significant positive and negative correlations between SDGs, guiding future research and policy.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Social Science
- Higher Education Studies
Background:
- Universities are key agents for societal transformation, aligning strategies with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Understanding the complex interdependencies between the 16 SDGs is crucial for effective goal attainment by 2030.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the influence and correlation between 16 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- To provide insights for policymakers, academics, and researchers on SDG interactions within the higher education sector.
- To guide universities in setting strategic goals for achieving the SDGs.
Main Methods:
- Data from 201,844 research publications in India over five years, focusing on 16 SDGs, were retrieved from the Scopus database.
- Spearman Rank Correlation was employed to quantify the relationships between pairs of SDGs.
Main Results:
- Converging results indicate significant positive and moderately positive correlations among various SDG pairs.
- A notable number of negative correlations were identified, highlighting areas requiring further investigation and strategic development.
- Frequent positive interactions between SDGs present opportunities for universities in their strategic planning.
Conclusions:
- The study underscores the importance of understanding SDG interrelationships for effective university strategy development.
- Integrating SDGs into university management requires stakeholder collaboration and institutional/cultural shifts.
- Research exploring SDG interactions can enhance overall university performance and contribution to global sustainability efforts.
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