Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
This study explores the food and nutrition security practices among artisanal and small-scale mining communities in Nigeria, revealing both strengths, such as access to local foods and purchasing power, and significant challenges, including meal skipping, poor water quality, and limited healthcare access. The findings emphasize the need for comprehensive interventions to improve nutrition, healthcare infrastructure, and social protection, which are essential for the well-being and sustainable development of these mining communities.
Celebrated annually on October 16, World Food Day is a key global event focused on raising awareness about food security and hunger.
As one of the most food-insecure countries of the Global South, Ethiopia has experienced significant land-use changes driven by economic development and population growth. This study examined the dynamic land use transitions in Ethiopia during the period 2000–2020 including the socio-economic factors driving land-use transitions and grain demand. Although the sustained growth in international trade coupled with increased productivity has benefited the country's food supply, the food security situation in low-income countries, including Ethiopia, will remain critical in the context of population growth.
Drawing inspiration from recent European Union agricultural and environmental policy reforms, this study examines the barriers between scientific advancements, farm-scale applications, and the implementation of agricultural policies.
The study demonstrates that adopting more climate-friendly diets, which typically involve reduced animal-based food consumption and lower absolute micronutrient intakes, does not substantially increase the risk of micronutrient deficiencies for most nutrients. These findings underscore the importance of assessing both dietary intake and actual nutrient status when evaluating the nutritional consequences of sustainable eating patterns, supporting the potential health and environmental benefits of shifting toward climate-friendly diets.
Low-income citizens show the highest support for food labeling and educational campaigns, viewing them as effective and less intrusive, while taxation and checkout prompts are least accepted due to perceived invasiveness. Policy support is strongly influenced by perceived effectiveness, intrusiveness, and individuals’ existing behaviors, suggesting tailored approaches are needed to improve acceptance and impact.
REFRESH is a practical, reliable tool for assessing dietary patterns that benefit both human health and the environment. Its simplicity and strong validity make it suitable for clinical, epidemiological, and self-assessment purposes, enabling broader promotion and adoption of sustainable healthy diets. By bridging the gap between health and sustainability in diet evaluation, REFRESH supports health professionals and the public in making informed dietary choices, contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced environmental impacts.
More than 800 people from over 75 countries came together virtually on 3rd June 2025 for the eleventh edition of the RELX SDG Inspiration Day: "The Future of Philanthropy: Stepping up for the SDGs" The annual online event brings together together business, academia, NGOs and government to explore pressing issues and inspire action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Explore highlights from the day including inspiring keynotes from Ban Ki-moon, 8th Secretary General of the United Nations, Sir Lenny Henry and Sarah, Duchess of York.
Recognising our customer's efforts to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
This study examines the role of women’s leadership in the Wahana Usaha Jaya Cooperative in Bandung, Indonesia, in promoting household food waste reduction and community engagement. Findings show that WUJ’s spiritually motivated and economically empowering strategies effectively encourage waste reduction, particularly among women, despite ongoing infrastructural challenges. The study highlights that women-led, community-based cooperatives offer effective, context-sensitive models for urban environmental governance and advancing food security in the Global South.
