Annual Review 2018 | Page 40

SUSTAINABILITY With the world population expected to cross the 10 billion mark by 2050 and 70% of the population projected to live in urban areas, the issue of sustainability has never been more pressing. Monash recognises the importance of education and research in advancing the principles of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and we remain committed to making impactful contributions that will result in a better future for all. 39