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21-4-2021 1:05 PM

End Date

21-4-2021 1:01 PM

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The sturgeon is Georgia’s indicator species because it connects to the three most pressing Sustainable Development Goals, which are SDG 7, 14,and 12. The sturgeon is an endangered species because of its demand on the black market for caviar. Upholding SDG 14, life below water, is important to preserving the species since it lives in water. Since Georgia is shifting towards renewable energy such as hydroelectric, it’simportant to keep SDG 7 affordable and clean energy in mind. Sturgeon have been impacted by overfishing so it’s key to practice SDG 12, responsible production and consumption to sustain the species.

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Presented at the 3rd International Conference of the YEAH

SDG Theme: SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy, SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities &Communities, SDG 14 - Life Below Water

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Conference Proceedings for The 3rd Global Virtual Conference of the Youth Environmental Alliance in Higher Education

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Apr 21st, 1:05 PM Apr 21st, 1:01 PM

Session 1E Georgia's SDGs in Relation with the Sturgeon

The sturgeon is Georgia’s indicator species because it connects to the three most pressing Sustainable Development Goals, which are SDG 7, 14,and 12. The sturgeon is an endangered species because of its demand on the black market for caviar. Upholding SDG 14, life below water, is important to preserving the species since it lives in water. Since Georgia is shifting towards renewable energy such as hydroelectric, it’simportant to keep SDG 7 affordable and clean energy in mind. Sturgeon have been impacted by overfishing so it’s key to practice SDG 12, responsible production and consumption to sustain the species.