This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Bristol statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Bristol statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Bristol-specific metadata information.

Indicator available
Indicator description
Geographical coverage
Unit of measurement
Definitions
Calculations
Other information
Data last updated 2020-02-03: see changes on GitHub opens in a new window
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This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator name

Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient water quality
Target name

By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally
UN designated tier

3
UN custodian agency

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) (GEMS/Water)
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (PDF 4.0 MB) opens in a new window