Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG 7 aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. While access to electricity has increased, many people still lack access to clean and sustainable energy sources, affecting their quality of life and economic opportunities.

How engineering can make it happen

Engineering has been essential for the generation and supply of electricity, which is vital for economic growth and better living standards. Yet nearly 1 billion people, predominantly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, still lack access to a reliable source of electricity, the provision of which is a key task for engineers. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental engineers have been central to the development of low-cost, zero carbon, renewable energy solutions, including wind, solar, wave, and geothermal energy, making energy accessible in remote regions, while mitigating the impacts of climate change.