Table 5

Contribution of economic, social and environmental criteria to SDG 12 and SDG 14

DimensionCriteriaSDG targetAlignement
EconomicDepreciation periodCross-cutting (supports enabling conditions for SDGs)Ensures economic sustainability of environmentally and socially beneficial projects
SocialEnhancement of employee satisfaction (related to possible long-term employment)SDG 12.6 – Adoption of sustainable practicesPromotes socially responsible operational models, including decent work conditions
EnvironmentalReduction of waste to landfillSDG 12.4 – Responsible waste managementSupports improved treatment of waste and reduced environmental impact
SDG 12.5 – Waste prevention, reduction and recyclingContributes to substantially reducing waste generation through enhanced recovery processes
SDG 14.1 – Marine pollution reductionAims to prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution, especially from land-based sources
SDG 14.2 – Marina and coastal ecosystems protectionSupports the sustainable management and restoration of marine and coastal environments
Reduction of greenhouse gas emissionsSDG 12.6 – Adoption of sustainable practicesEncourages sustainability integration into business strategies and reporting

Source(s): Authors’ own work

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