Evolving connections between climate action and sustainable development

Comparing between the 118 First NDCs and their updated versions, the total number of activities has increased by 57%. Sixteen Goals have higher total number of activities. Almost 39% of the increased activities fall under Goal 13 (Climate Action). Goal 5 (Gender Equality) and Goal 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) have increased three- and six-fold respectively.

In terms of the relative share, six goals have a larger share in the updated NDCs, while four goals are relatively smaller. Goals 13, 5 and 14 (Life Below Water) have seen the most significant positive development. In contrast, Goals 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), Goal 1 (No Poverty) and 15 (Life on Land) have the largest relative decrease in the updated NDCs.