SD VISta Sectoral Scopes
Projects, activities or methodologies can be developed under any of the 14 SD VISta sectoral scopes. Additionally, these sectoral scopes have been mapped to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Sectoral Scope |
UN Sustainable Development Goals |
1. Agriculture, forestry and other land use (AFOLU) |
2. Zero hunger; 12. Responsible consumption and production; 15. Life on land |
2. Climate change adaption |
13. Climate action |
3. Education |
4. Quality education |
4. Energy |
7. Affordable and clean energy |
5. Food |
2. Zero hunger; 12. Responsible consumption and production |
6. Governance |
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions |
7. Health |
3. Good health and well-being |
8. Housing |
11. Sustainable cities and communities |
9. Infrastructure |
11. Sustainable cities and communities; 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure |
10. Livelihoods |
1. No poverty; 8. Decent work and economic growth; 10. Reduced |
11. Transport |
9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure; 11. Sustainable cities and communities |
12. Water Access and Sanitation |
6. Clean water and sanitation |
13. Oceans and Marine Resources |
14. Life below water |
14. Women’s empowerment |
5. Gender Equality |
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Climate, Community & Biodiversity Standards
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Verified Carbon Standard
The VCS Program is the world’s leading voluntary program for the certification of GHG emission reduction projects
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