Our alignment with the UNSDG
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) are a comprehensive set of 17 goals that act as a call to action to promote prosperity while protecting people and the planet. Of these goals, Trash Hero World (THW) is aligned and committed to the following:
Goal 3: Good health & well-being
Target:
3.9 By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water and soil pollution and contamination
THW is a member of the Plastic Health Coalition and helps to raise awareness about the toxicity of plastic throughout its lifecycle, in particular bringing the knowledge to communities in Asia, in local languages.
Goal 4: Quality education
Target:
4.7 By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development
THW’s action & awareness programme, Trash Hero Communities programme and kids programme align with this target
Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth
Target:
8.9 By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products
THW works predominantly with coastal communities where our bottle & bags programme and action & awareness programme are laying the foundations for sustainable tourism. In addition we help the local economy to thrive as our volunteers often clean up beaches and other areas frequented by tourists.
Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Target:
11.6 By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management
THW’s entire mission aligns with this target, with particular reference to waste management and the generation of waste. The Trash Hero Communities programme in particular addresses issues of waste management at the local level.
Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
Targets:
12.2 By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources
12.5 By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse
12.6 Encourage companies, especially large and transnational companies, to adopt sustainable practices and to integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle
12.8 By 2030, ensure that people everywhere have the relevant information and awareness for sustainable development and lifestyles in harmony with nature
THW’s entire mission aligns with targets 12.2, 12.5 and 12.8; our waste and brand auditing activities align with 12.6
Goal 13: Climate action
Target:
13.3 Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning
The climate crisis is inextricably linked to plastic production. THW works to reduce plastic production and support alternative delivery systems for basic goods. Sustained use of our Trash Hero bottle reduces CO2E emissions by 95% compared to drinking the same water in single-use plastic bottles.
Goal 14: Life below water
Target:
14.1 By 2025, prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution
All THW programmes align with this target