Speak SDGs:🗣️📖 Words that Shape Our Future – English Archive
🌏✨ Speak SDGs:🗣️📖 Words that Shape Our Future 🌱
What does sustainable development really mean? And how do key vocabularies like Green Transition, Circular Economy or Empowerment shape our world?
📖Don’t worry. The series 🗣️Speaks SDGs by ACSDSD is here!
The Speak SDGs series by the ASEAN Centres for Sustainable Development Studies and Dialogue (ACSDSD) defines terminology on sustainable development.
It helps you understand and speak about SDGs fluently.
This series is bilingual, so it also has a Thai version, which you can access on our ACSDSD website.
Strong Infrastructure (โครงสร้างพื้นฐานที่แข็งแกร่ง)
Strong infrastructure is the backbone of sustainable development, shaping economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental resilience. Investing in quality infrastructure does not only improve productivity and trade connectivity but also strengthens communities in facing risks from disasters and climate change.
As the 2030 deadline approaches, strong infrastructure is not just about constructing climate disaster-resilient roads and buildings—it is about creating a development ecosystem that is fair, inclusive, and resilient, enabling cities and communities worldwide to thrive together.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure and #SDG11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
Green Transition to Net Zero (การเปลี่ยนผ่านสีเขียวสู่ Net zero)
The green transition is the systemic shift in the economic structure, society and infrastructure from fossil fuel-based to sustainable, low-carbon, and socially inclusive economic and societal models.
When we speak of the “green transition,” we often highlight: Decarbonization, Net zero and circular economy that minimizes waste and pollution
Yet, one critical sector is frequently overlooked: agriculture.
Agriculture remains deeply tied to fossil fuels, from machinery and irrigation pumps to transportation, fertilizers, and production chains. Addressing this sector is essential for a truly inclusive green transition.
This SDG vocab is related to #SDG7 Afforadable and Clean Energy and #SDG12 Responsible Consumption and Production
People-oriented (มุ่งเน้นประชาชน)
People-Oriented means putting citizens at the centre of policies and decisions so communities feels supported and included.
People-oriented development ensures equality are placed at the heart of sustainable growth regardless of their background. It highlights the importance of reducing inequality by fostering inclusive policies, and building strong collaborations across nations. It is a reminder that sustainable development is not only about systems, but about the standard of living and dignity to all.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG5 Gender Equality, #SDG10 Reduced Inequalities, and #SDG17 Partnerships for the Goals
📚 Human Capital Development (การพัฒนาทุนมนุษย์)
Investing in people’s skills, health, and knowledge drives progress. Scholarships and training programs improve livelihoods, reduce poverty, and strengthen resilience. Human capital development is also key to circular economy models, where innovation and skills enable societies to reuse, recycle, and adapt sustainably.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG1 No Poverty, #SDG3 Good Health and Well-being, and #SDG4 Quality Education
✨ Empowerment (การเสริมพลัง)
Empowerment means giving people the skills, tools, and confidence to shape their future. It reduces inequalities, strengthens education, and enhances human security by ensuring that individuals can participate fully in society. Empowerment is the bridge between opportunity and resilience.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG4 Quality Education and #SDG10 Reduced Inequalities
ASEAN Complementarities Initiatives 2.0 (CI 2.0)
The ASEAN Complementarities Initiatives 2.0 (CI 2.0) is a strategic framework developed by Thailand, in collaboration with UNESCAP and the ASEAN Secretariat, to align ASEAN’s Community Vision 2045 with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDGs). The initiative aims to provide synergy that connects ASEAN’s regional priorities with the global development agenda.
1. Green Finance (การเงินสีเขียว)
Green finance is a key driver of sustainable development, directing investments toward environmentally responsible projects and businesses. It supports climate action, biodiversity conservation, and the transition to a low-carbon economy while promoting long-term economic growth.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG13 Climate Action
2. Resilience Against Climate Change (ความสามารถในการรับมือการเปลี่ยนแปลงสภาพภูมิอากาศ)
Resilience against climate change refers to the ability of communities, ecosystems, and economies to adapt, recover, and thrive amid climate-related challenges. Strengthening resilience helps reduce risks and ensures sustainable development for future generations.
This SDGs vocab is related to SDG13 Climate Action.
3. Energy Transition (การเปลี่ยนผ่านด้านพลังงาน)
Energy transition is the shift from conventional energy sources to cleaner, renewable alternatives. It plays a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy security, and creating a more sustainable future.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG7 Affordable and Clean Energy
4. Effective Digital Transition (การเปลี่ยนผ่านสู่ดิจิทัลอย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ)
Effective digital transition leverages technology to improve productivity, transparency, and access to services. It empowers communities, strengthens institutions, and accelerates progress toward sustainable development goals.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.
5. Networking and Partnerships (เครือข่ายและความร่วมมือ)
Networking and partnerships are essential for addressing complex global challenges. By connecting governments, businesses, academia, and civil society, partnerships foster innovation, knowledge sharing, and collective action for sustainable development.
This SDGs vocab is related to #SDG17 Partnerships for the Goals.
Stay tuned for the next vocabulary on #SDGsaroundtheglobe
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