Measuring distance to the SDG targets – Italy

Abstract

Italy has already achieved 17 of the 135 SDG targets for which comparable data are available and, based on most recent trends, is expected to meet 10 additional targets by 2030 (Figure 1). As virtually all OECD countries, Italy has already met (or is close to meeting) most targets related to securing basic needs and implementing the policy tools and frameworks mentioned in the 2030 Agenda (see details in Table 1). Italy also shows some strengths on a few environment related goals and on most health outcomes. Yet, long-standing social and economic challenges remain.