3. Sustainability As part of the 2030 Agenda, Switzerland strives for sustainable development that gives equal consideration to environmental, economic and social dimensions. To this end it has set up the relevant structures within the Federal Administration, and works nationally and internationally with all relevant stakeholders to promote environmental protection and the sustainable use of natural resources, as well as sustainable economic and social development. With its 17 goals, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development provides a universal framework for sustainability policy. The three inextricable dimensions of the environment, the economy and society apply to all in equal measure. This comprehensive approach is also an important point of reference for the Federal Council’s sustainability policy in Switzerland and abroad. It has set up an internal organisational structure within the federal government with two delegates and an interdepartmental steering committee for implementation and strategic management of the 2030 Agenda. This structure ensures that the 2030 Agenda is clearly established within the Federal Administration and allows better coordination of the relevant federal policies. This is done in close collaboration with the cantons and communes, and with actors from industry, the scientific community and civil society. The 17 goals comprise all policy areas, some of which have already been discussed. The following section sets out the sustainability aspects in the areas of the environment, climate, water, sustainable finance, energy, disaster risk reduction, health, culture and cities. The environment: Environmental pollution does not stop at national borders, and ecosystems are interdependent. Switzerland supports conditions that favour the sustainable use of natural resources and conservation of biodiversity. It advocates a global economy that reduces negative impacts on the environment and promotes transparency in this respect. It also pursues high standards in the chemicals industry, waste management, commodities extraction and trading, and in infrastructure. At a fundamental level, Switzerland advocates the strengthening of international environmental governance. A comprehensive, efficient and effective environmental regulatory system based on scientific data should guarantee effective environmental protection and shield people from the risks of environmental degradation. Switzerland is willing to make a fair contribution to environmental financing and makes the necessary public funds available. In so doing, it prioritises the polluter pays principle and the possibility of mobilising additional funds from the private sector. Climate: Switzerland is committed to limiting global warming to 1.5˚C. It promotes clear, robust and universally applicable transparency rules. The principle of counting emissions reduced abroad towards a country’s national targets serves to prevent double counting and safeguard environmental integrity. The emissions targets under the Paris Agreement will gradually become more ambitious, and developing countries are to be supported in implementing climate policy and The 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda Thematic focus areas 15