12 - responsible consumption and production

what is the aim of SDG 12?

seeks to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns, which are key to sustaining the livelihoods of current and future generations

what are the key feature of SDG 12?

implement policies to support sustainable consumption and production, efficient use of natural resources, reduce food waste, ensure responsible management of chemicals and waste, reduce reliance on fossil fuels

how does SDG 12 link to reducing maternal mortality - SDG3?

responsible management of chemicals keeps water sources clean reducing communicable diseases promoting safe pregnancy, reducing food waste decreases risk of nutrient deficiencies during pregnancy

how does SDG 12 link to reducing under 5 mortality rates - SDG 3?

managing disposal of chemicals will reduce water pollution and deaths due to cholera, typhoid and malaria in under five

how does SDG 12 link to ending epidemics - SDG 3?

sustainable practices reduce malaria through safe water and sanitation, responsible management of chemicals and waste will help reduce the epidemics of malaria, neglected tropical diseases and hepatitis

how does SDG 12 link to reduce non communicable diseases - SDG 3?

reducing pollution helps reduce cardiovascular and respiratory diseases such as asthma, global warming will impact mental health and wellbeing due to trauma so reducing effects will promote mental health and wellbeing