Cohesion Performance and Sustainable Development Progress in EU States

Abstract

The constant progress in terms of sustainable development and the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) under 2030 Agenda are preoccupations of first concern for all the actors involved. Through this research, we conduct an investigation regarding the performance of the 28 EU member states in terms of achievements related to sustainable development as well as the factors supporting these efforts, starting from the data provided by the SDG Index and Dashboards and Eurostat. The results highlight the importance of R & D investments as the main driver of advancement in achieving the SDGs. At the same time, research results can provide support for policy makers and companies to contribute to more efficient allocation of available resources and maximizing the impact of relevant factors to ensure prosperity and security for people and society.

Keywords

• Sustainable development
• EU cohesion
• 2030 Agenda
• SDG Index
• R&D investments.