ABOUT THE GOAL

Renewable energy solutions are becoming cheaper, more reliable and more efficient every day.Our current reliance on fossil fuels is unsustainable and harmful to the planet, which is why we have to change the way we produce and consume energy. Implementing these new energy solutions as fast as possible is essential to counter climate change, one of the biggest threats to our own survival.

Goal 7

Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

5 Targets

The specific, measurable commitments set under this goal. Each one turns a big ambition into something countries, companies and communities can track.

Our Targets
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319 Events

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38 Publications

Reports, research and guides that explain the progress made so far and what still needs to change.

Our publications
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1927 Actions

Everyday steps people around the world have taken for this goal. Small actions add up when millions of people take them together.

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The targets

7.1
UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO MODERN ENERGY
By 2030, ensure universal access to affordable, reliable and modern energy services.
7.2
INCREASE GLOBAL PERCENTAGE OF RENEWABLE ENERGY
By 2030, increase substantially the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.
7.3
DOUBLE THE IMPROVEMENT IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY
By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency.
7.a
PROMOTE ACCESS TO RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY AND INVESTMENTS IN CLEAN ENERGY
By 2030, enhance international cooperation to facilitate access to clean energy research and technology, including renewable energy, energy efficiency and advanced and cleaner fossil-fuel technology, and promote investment in energy infrastructure and clean energy technology.
7.b
EXPAND AND UPGRADE ENERGY SERVICES FOR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
By 2030, expand infrastructure and upgrade technology for supplying modern and sustainable energy services for all in developing countries, in particular least developed countries, small island developing States and landlocked developing countries, in accordance with their respective programmes of support.

How can you contribute to this goal

Action 01

Find a Goal 7 charity you want to support

Any donation, big or small, can make a difference!

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Action 02

Switch off your appliances at the socket

Turn off the lights when you’re not using them.

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Action 03

Turn off your air conditioning, especially for sleeping – open a window or use a fan

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Action 04

Buy rechargeable electronics

Don’t buy or use one-use batteries.

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Action 05

Don’t use multiple devices at the same time

Be mindful about this and only several devices when absolutely necessary.

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Action 06

Use solar energy sources

Install solar panels in your home for your heating and electricity. Use solar technology – radio, charger, lights etc…

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Action 07

Stay informed

Follow your local news and stay in touch with the Global Goals online or on social media at @TheGlobalGoals.

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Find a Goal 7 charity you want to support

Any donation, big or small, can make a difference!

Photo: USAID Pakistan, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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Switch off your appliances at the socket

Turn off the lights when you’re not using them.

Photo: Sebastian Wallroth, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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Turn off your air conditioning, especially for sleeping – open a window or use a fan

Photo: Cheanguehuae, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Buy rechargeable electronics

Don’t buy or use one-use batteries.

Photo: Lukas A, CZE, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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Don’t use multiple devices at the same time

Be mindful about this and only several devices when absolutely necessary.

Photo: Intel Free Press, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Use solar energy sources

Install solar panels in your home for your heating and electricity. Use solar technology – radio, charger, lights etc…

Photo: Gray Watson User:E090, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Stay informed

Follow your local news and stay in touch with the Global Goals online or on social media at @TheGlobalGoals.

Photo: Felix Huth, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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