2024 SDG Report

In 2024 Charles Sturt marked a number of significant milestones towards the 17 goals.

Including:

Educational Initiatives

Free Microcredentials for Teachers: Addressing the STEM teacher shortage by offering free microcredentials in mathematics and science to out-of-field teachers.
Inclusive Education Short Courses: Launched Australia's only disability-affirming and disability-informed inclusive education short courses, co-created with the disabled community.

Research and Community Engagement

Dhuluny Project: Commemorated the 200-year anniversary of the proclamation of martial law on Wiradyuri Country, fostering truth-telling and reconciliation.
Unconditional Documentary: Highlighted the contributions and challenges of unpaid carers in Australia, influencing policy discussions.

Environmental and Sustainability Efforts

Farm Dam Project: Improved water quality and biodiversity around farm dams through sustainable design principles.
Renewable Energy Initiatives: Continued efforts to electrify campus infrastructure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Student and Staff Support

New Start Reformer Scholarship: Established to support formerly incarcerated students in accessing higher education.
First Nations Entrepreneur Program: Supported seven First Nations businesses, fostering innovation and economic growth.

Global Impact

ASEAN Delegation Visit: Hosted professionals from ASEAN countries to address river health issues, promoting regional cooperation.
Adapting to Salinity Project: Enhanced climate resilience in Pakistan’s Indus Basin through international collaboration.

Figures are for 2019-2024

1. No poverty

Goal 1 - No poverty

51 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.49 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

69% publications involve an international collaboration

2. Zero hunger

Goal 2 - Zero hunger

278 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.32 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

69% publications involve an international collaboration

3. Good health and well-being

Goal 3 - Good health and well-being

680 publications based on Elsevier queries

2.87 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

59% publications involve an international collaboration

4. Quality education

Goal 4 - Quality education

270 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.45 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

30% publications involve an international collaboration

5. Gender equality

Goal 5 - Gender equality

117 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.56 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

37% publications involve an international collaboration

6. Clean water and sanitation

Goal 6 - Clean water and sanitation

180 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.54 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

51% publications involve an international collaboration

7. Affordable and clean energy

Goal 7 - Affordable and clean energy

64 publications based on Elsevier queries

2.24 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

67% publications involve an international collaboration

8. Decent work and economic growth

Goal 8 - Decent work and economic growth

121 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.25 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

56% publications involve an international collaboration

9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Goal 9 - Industry, innovation and infrastructure

96 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.4 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

45% publications involve an international collaboration

10. Reduced inequalities

Goal 10 - Reduced inequalities

151 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.77 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

46% publications involve an international collaboration

11. Sustainable cities and communities

Goal 11 - Sustainable cities and communities

130 publications based on Elsevier queries

2.36 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

37 publications involve an international collaboration

12. Responsible consumption and production

Goal 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production

99 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.5 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

60% publications involve an international collaboration

13. Climate action

Goal 13 - Climate Action

142 publications based on Elsevier queries

2.18 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

63% publications involve an international collaboration

14. Life below water

Goal 14 - Life below water

84 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.74 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

50 publications involve an international collaboration

15. Life on land

Goal 15 - Life on land

371 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.63 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

49% publications involve an international collaboration

16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Goal 16 - Peace, Justice and strong Institutions

218 publications based on Elsevier queries

1.33 Field-Weighted Citation Impact

32% publications involve an international collaboration

17. Partnerships for the goals

Goal 17 - Partnerships for the goals

1,567 publications in total with an international collaboration

11% increase on the period 2017-2021

51% publications involve an international collaboration