Third Global Report on Climate and SDG Synergies (2025), published by the Expert Group on Climate and SDG Synergies, launched on 24–25 September 2025 on the margins of the UNGA High-Level Week, highlights how aligning climate action with sustainable development goals can maximize resources, reduce trade-offs, and generate social, economic, and environmental co-benefits.
Key Insights
Synergistic Opportunities
Coordinated Action: Aligning climate and SDG efforts unlocks efficiencies, optimizes limited resources, and multiplies social, economic, and environmental benefits.
Evidence-Based Policy: Insights from three thematic Synergy Solutions 2025 reports—focusing on disaster and climate insurance, nature, and health and cities—strengthen the evidence base and identify practical entry points.
Frameworks & Practices
Practical Implementation: The report provides guidance for policymakers and practitioners on integrating synergistic approaches at local, national, and global levels.
Strategic Relevance: Evidence supports critical upcoming milestones, including next-generation national climate plans (NDC 3.0) and COP30, shaping the global climate and development agenda.
Challenges & Recommendations
Trade-Off Management: Countries must navigate competing priorities and limited resources to maximize synergistic outcomes.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Successful implementation requires engagement across governments, development partners, and local communities to achieve sustainable results.
