The UN Global Goals in The Final Invention
The Final Invention is a sustainability learning game inspired by the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. In the game, the player works with solutions linked to specific targets and experiences, through action, how choices and inventions can contribute to a more sustainable future.
What are the Global Goals?
The UN’s 17 Global Goals are a shared, global plan to create a more sustainable, fair and liveable world by 2030.
Why do they matter to the game?
They give a concrete framework for the challenges and solutions you meet in The Final Invention – from clean water and renewable energy to recycling and sustainable food production.
How do you experience them?
Through the game’s tasks, inventions and choices, you work with several of the targets in practice and see how small actions can make a difference.
The Global Goals in the game
Goal 2 – Zero Hunger
Ensure sustainable food production and a more efficient use of natural resources.
Relevant targets
- 2.4 Sustainable and resilient food production that protects nature and adapts to climate change.
Goal 4 – Quality Education
Ensure that everyone gains the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development.
Relevant targets
- 4.7 Knowledge and skills that promote sustainable development, global citizenship and an understanding of the environment.
Goal 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
Improve water quality, increase water reuse and ensure responsible use of fresh water.
Relevant targets
- 6.3 Improve water quality and reduce pollution.
- 6.4 Increase water-use efficiency.
- 6.6 Protect and restore water-related ecosystems.
Goal 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy
Increase the share of renewable energy and improve energy efficiency.
Relevant targets
- 7.2 Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.
- 7.3 Improve energy efficiency.
Goal 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Upgrade technology and infrastructure to make them more resource-efficient and sustainable.
Relevant targets
- 9.4 More sustainable, resource-efficient industry with cleaner technology.
- 9.5 Strengthen research and innovation in sustainable solutions.
Goal 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Use resources more efficiently, reduce food waste and increase reuse and recycling.
Relevant targets
- 12.2 Sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources.
- 12.3 Reduce global food waste.
- 12.5 Reduce waste and increase reuse and recycling.
- 12.8 Ensure knowledge and awareness of sustainable lifestyles.
Goal 13 – Climate Action
Integrate climate measures into solutions and strengthen knowledge and awareness of climate change.
Relevant targets
- 13.2 Integrate climate measures into policies, strategies and solutions.
- 13.3 Improve education and awareness about climate change.
Goal 15 – Life on Land
Protect, restore and promote sustainable ecosystems and biodiversity.
Relevant targets
- 15.1 Conserve and restore terrestrial ecosystems.
- 15.5 Halt the loss of biodiversity and protect threatened species.
Other relevant connections
Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-being
Target 3.3
Fight communicable diseases and ensure better health and well-being.
Connection to the game:
Clean water, access to food and a healthy environment matter for the well-being of the player and of society.
Goal 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
Targets 8.3 and 8.4
Support innovation and entrepreneurship and create more resource-efficient production.
Connection to the game:
The project explores how a digital business can be built in a more responsible and sustainable way.
Goal 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
Targets 11.6 and 11.b
Reduce environmental impact and promote resource-efficient, resilient communities.
Connection to the game:
The professor’s inventions can be seen as solutions that could also be used in future sustainable communities.
Goal 14 – Life Below Water
Targets 14.1 and 14.2
Reduce marine pollution and protect marine and coastal ecosystems.
Connection to the game:
The game takes place on an island where the coast and the sea are a natural part of the surroundings and connect to sustainable use of resources.
Goal 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Targets 17.16 and 17.17
Strengthen partnerships, knowledge sharing and cooperation between different actors.
Connection to the game:
The project’s business model depends on cooperation with, for example, hosting providers, payment solutions, suppliers and distribution platforms.
Experience the Global Goals in practice
Clean the water, get SunCell back online and build the five inventions that can get you home. Read more about the game and the five inventions, learn about the goals at sdgs.un.org, or find The Final Invention in the shop.