Indicator 15.4.2 - Mountain Green Cover Index
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Global Metadata
This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the United Nations Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata documentation on all indicators in Goal 15, unless otherwise noted, is provided by the UN Statistics Division.
| SDG Indicator Name | Mountain Green Cover Index |
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| SDG Target Addressed | By 2030, ensure the conservation of mountain ecosystems, including their biodiversity, in order to enhance their capacity to provide benefits that are essential for sustainable development. |
| Definition of SDG Indicator | The Green Cover Index is designed to measure the changes of the green vegetation in mountain areas (i.e., forest, shrubs and trees). |
| UN Designated Tier | 2 |
| UN Custodial Agency | FAO (Partnering Agencies: UNEP) |
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