This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Vanuatu statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Vanuatuan statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Vanuatu-specific metadata information.
| Proxy |
No |
|---|---|
| Definition |
The Vanuatu National Environment Policy and Implementation Plan 2016–2030 (NEPIP) is an overarching policy for the sustainable conservation, development and management of the environment of Vanuatu. … The NEPIP links the NSDP and the various sectors under the environment pillar |
| Concept |
The NEPIP is also part of a wider policy framework and addresses those matters included in the environment pillar of the National Sustainable Development Plan. It is also an indication by the Government in keeping with its commitments on the SAMOA Pathway, Sustainable Development Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals. |
| Rationale |
To depict the actual proportion of targets that have been already achieved in the National Environment Policy and Implementation Plan 2016-2030 and to what extent are the environmental institutions and governance doing so far in trying to meet national and international obligations. |
| Sustainable Development Goal Indicator Alignment |
13.2.1 (R) (Tier 3) |
| Frequency of Collection |
Annually |