For 17 days, we will be sharing a glimpse into how the fashion and space industries engage with each of the 17 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) put forward by the United Nations.

In this eleventh of the series, we examine goal number 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Communities can be as intimate as your own household, to your neighborhood or school or workplace. Activities that impact the sustainability of each may look different. The direct control we have as individuals to impact our communities depends on our stake in each community. Your stake in your household may be greater than your stake in your city, but we all have a voice in making each of our communities more sustainable. The work might be harder with a smaller stake, but coalitions and community organizing are effective tools to overcome that constraint. In industry, coalitions are becoming more common, and partnerships to develop new systems and technologies are proving the case for sustained investment in these efforts.

While these lists aren’t comprehensive, the goal is to demonstrate the potential impact through shared efforts between the two industries, in addition to their potential impact independently. We would love to hear from you in the comments about other areas or opportunities you see or are working on.

Sources:

Space Supporting the Sustainable Development Goals, UNOOSA

How the United Nations’ SDGs Relate to the Fashion Industry, Remake

International Institute for Sustainable Development, SDG Knowledge Hub

UNFCCC Momentum for Change Initiative Publishes Annual Report