9
UN Sustainable Development Goal 9

πŸ—οΈ Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation to drive economic growth and human well-being.

2.6B
Without internet access
people globally remain unconnected
3.5%
US R&D as % of GDP
2nd highest in the world, led by private sector
19M
Digital divide gap (US)
Americans without broadband access (FCC estimate)

Key Targets by 2030

9.1

Develop quality, reliable, sustainable and resilient infrastructure

9.2

Promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization

9.3

Increase the access of small-scale industrial enterprises to financial services

9.4

Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable

Thematic Areas

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Digital Equity

Broadband access, device lending, and digital literacy programs.

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Basic Research

University research institutes and science foundations.

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Infrastructure

Rural transportation, telecommunications, and utility access.

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Innovation Hubs

Tech incubators, maker spaces, and STEM education centers.

Why It Matters for Nonprofits

Science and technology nonprofits (NTEE U) range from rural broadband cooperatives to major research universities. Innovation is a cross-cutting enabler for every other SDG β€” without it, progress stalls.

Aligned NTEE Sectors

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