The extraordinary story of how theSDGs came to be is called Bucking the system

A report by the UN Development Programme (UNDP) said investments in R&D have brought down the cost of renewable energy. “The price of solar cells, for example, has declined 100-fold. Equitable energy-transition programmes typically seek to reduce emissions, provide energy security, access and affordability,” it added. It further said governments should invest first in research and development of cost-effective alternatives.