50 years of the University of Split: striving to reach sustainable development goals

Abstract

Since 2020, the University of Split (UNIST) has been actively engaged in systematic monitoring of the activities in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SDG committees, appointed for each of the 17 SDGs, prepare an annual report on the University’s activities and identify opportunities for aligning all aspects of its daily operations with sustainable practices. The UNIST also continuously engages in research that contributes to the SDGs. This editorial highlights the UNIST’s multidisciplinary research topics in six key areas, where the University addresses some of the global challenges, including promoting well-being, organizing sustainable cities, managing natural resources, enhancing digital technologies, developing innovative energy solutions, and protecting cultural heritage. These research efforts and related initiatives have a positive impact on the UNIST community and the environment and contribute to the achievement of the SDGs.