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To achieve SDGs, I think it is necessary to significantly shift the way of thinking by aiming at the creation of a cultivated society of a new type.


It is a well known fact that SDGs are the goals the whole international society should achieve by 2030 to realize a sustainable world. Under the philosophy of “No one will be left behind,” they include such goals as ensuring that each individual learner acquires the knowledge and skills needed to create sustainable society to facilitate the change in behavior. Now, there are a lot of problems in this world and there is a goal which I especially have been interested in.
I think it essential “RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION.” It is goal 12 and means “Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.” There are many social issues. Above all, the issue of food waste and food loss is very familiar for not only Japan but also some other developed countries. While substantial environmental impacts from food occur in the production phase (agriculture, food processing), households influence these impacts through their dietary choices and habits. This consequently affects the environment through food-related energy consumption and waste generation. 25,500,000 tons of food are discarded in one year in Japan. 6,120,000 of them are still edible. The amount of food waste/food loss in Japan is about 1.6 times as much as food aid for people in hunger crisis all over the world.
To solve this problem, there are some actions taken to fight food waste and food loss. For example, “Food Banks” is a very good action. “Food Banks” collect surplus food that is still safe for consumption and redistribute them to those in need. They develop partnerships with manufacturers, wholesalers, restaurants, etc. and encourage them to donate surplus food or grocery items. They move donated food or grocery products to those in need of food like orphanages, women's shelters, community centers, etc. Also, I think that you should utilize “Tabete.” This is a food waste smartphone application and helps reduce food waste. With this application, you can find stores or restaurants near you that still have unsold food available but which might be thrown away unless purchased. Place your order at a discounted price, and you can pick up the meal at a store at a specified time. You can enjoy meals at a reduced price and help minimize food waste at the same time.


I want to make sure to achieve the 17 goals and build a sustainable and equal society. Such efforts will improve this bad situation. Today, however, a lot of people hardly have senses of danger. If it were not for your individual efforts, the condition would not be changed. You should be more serious about our future. I think that it is important for you to know, act, and spread SDGs. Change your mind, change your action. You are sure to make all living things comfortable and happy. You can do it.




参考文献
　http://www.env.go.jp/policy/kyoiku/japanese.pdf
　EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM VOL.2 2021年6月1日初版発行 著作/制作/発行 株式会社アイエスエイ p.32