17 SUSTAINABLE

DEVELOPMENT
GOALS
Value Emergence in Objective of Ethics of
Sustainability Sustainability

Sustainability is a good example of Promoting ethical decision-making and

value emergence, which is the process
by which society's values change to put
the long-term health of the
environment, society, and economy
ahead of its immediate interests [1].
behavior that protects the planet's limited
resources while ensuring the welfare of
current and future generations is the aim of
sustainability ethics [2].

UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

All UN Member States have embraced the 17 interrelated Sustainable

Development Goals (SDGs) in an effort to address global issues and create
a more sustainable society by 2030 [2].

In order to solve urgent

global concerns, the
Engineering and Computing Practice:
SDGs emphasize
values that are critical
Specifically, Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), Goal 11 (Sustainable
to sustainability, such
Cities and Communities), and Goal 13 (Climate Action) all have a direct bearing on
as equity, resilience,
engineering and computer practice. These objectives underscore the significance of
and environmental
innovation and conscientious resource management while highlighting the role of
stewardship [1], [2].
technology in promoting sustainable development [1].

[1] E. and S. D. Canada, “Government of

Canada,”Canada.ca,
Conclusion https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-
development/programs/agenda-2030.html
(accessed Feb. 12, 2024).

By aligning with the SDGs and integrating
sustainability principles into engineering and
computing practice, we can contribute to building
a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable world
for current and future generations [1].
[2] Khaama Press et al., “A mid-decade review
of the UN Sustainable Development Goals,”
Khaama Press, https://www.khaama.com/a-
mid-decade-review-of-the-un-sustainable-
development-goals/ (accessed Feb. 12, 2024).