Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

Goal 15 seeks to protect, restore, and promote the conservation of terrestrial, inland-water, and mountain ecosystems by managing forests sustainably, halting deforestation, combating desertification, restoring degraded land, and protecting biodiversity.

Our campus supports biodiversity and urban greening projects, contributing to ecological sustainability.

This page highlights London Met's ongoing initiatives and key achievements from the 2023/24 academic year, demonstrating efforts to advance SDG 15.

Campus sustainablity

  • Rewild My Street: founded by Associate Professor Sian Moxon, Rewild My Street is an award-winning project that provides guidance on making urban areas more wildlife-friendly. Learn about Rewild My Street.
  • Campus green spaces: our green spaces and urban greening initiatives foster biodiversity and provide natural habitats on campus.

The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 targets agreed upon by all UN Member States in 2015. Their purpose is to create a better and more sustainable future for everyone by 2030. They address major global issues such as poverty, inequality, climate action, and education, requiring all countries to work together to achieve these ambitious targets.

Find out more about SDG 15 on the United Nations website.

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