SDG Analysis Matrix-Methods

1. Ask the learners to analyse the system/model they are working with, using the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) as a framework.
2. They have to assess for every single SDG, whether the system behaves in a way aligned with the aims of the SDGs. You may select certain parameters of interest to be assessed, according to the dimensions you think would be useful to highlight, and the level of complexity the learners may be able to handle.
3. Learners should note any possible contradictions between the outputs or behaviour of certain elements of the analysed system and the SDGs.

The task contributes in a very specific way to systems thinking, since it takes contradictions as characteristics of systems into consideration and enlarges the learners’ understanding about systems. (AN TO REVIEW)

Systems have inputs and outputs, composed of materials, energy, and information, which may also be viewed as purposes and impacts. These may deplete or enhance human well-being as well as environmental quality. The activity encourages learners to think about the purpose and impacts of systems and assess whether they contribute to the SDGs.

Eco-friendly production of cotton is desirable as a contribution to conserving terrestrial biodiversity. (Goal of SDG 15) However, as the production rate of natural eco-friendly cotton might be lower than Genetically Modified (GM) Cotton production for the same acreage of cropland, such a production system may contradict SDG 8 which aims for economic growth.

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