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
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Data last updated 2021-12-07: see changes on GitHub opens in a new window
Metadata last updated 2021-12-07: see changes on GitHub opens in a new window

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 total research budget allocated to research in the field of marine technology
Target name

Increase scientific knowledge, develop research capacity and transfer marine technology, taking into account the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Criteria and Guidelines on the Transfer of Marine Technology, in order to improve ocean health and to enhance the contribution of marine biodiversity to the development of developing countries, in particular small island developing States and least developed countries
UN designated tier

2
UN custodian agency

IOC-UNESCO
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (pdf 288kB) opens in a new window