Goal 7 calls for ensuring universal access to modern energy services, improving energy efficiency, and increasing the share of renewable energy. It calls for countries to promote clean energy research, investment in resource-efficient solutions, and sustainable energy infrastructure.
Through sustainable infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy projects, London Met is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting clean energy.
This page highlights London Met's ongoing initiatives and key achievements from the 2023/24 academic year, demonstrating efforts to advance SDG 7.
Campus sustainability
- Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2030: our Estate Strategy outlines ambitious goals for reducing carbon emissions across the University, including plans to reach net-zero by 2030. Learn more about our Net Zero target in the Estate Strategy.
- Solar Panels at the Science Centre: solar panels installed on our Science Centre roof support renewable energy production, reducing reliance on non-renewable sources and helping to meet our sustainability goals. Read about our solar panel installation.
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 7 on the United Nations website.