Goal 9 calls for building resilient and sustainable infrastructure while promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialisation. It recognises the vital role of research and innovation in finding lasting solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges.
London Met supports local innovation through research, business partnerships, and collaboration with industry.
This page highlights London Met's ongoing initiatives and key achievements from the 2023/24 academic year, demonstrating efforts to advance SDG 9.
Learning and research
- Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs): we collaborate with local businesses to foster innovation through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, helping to bridge academic research with industry needs. Learn more about our Knowledge Transfer Partnerships.
- London Met Lab: the London Met Lab supports local research that tackles real-world challenges, enhancing local economic resilience and infrastructure development. Read about the London Met Lab’s projects.
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 9 on the United Nations website.