The adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by the United Nations marked a global commitment to balancing economic growth, environmental protection, and social inclusion. Concurrently, the green economy paradigm has emerged as a transformative model for sustainable development. This paper examines how Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can be effectively integrated into green economic policies. Using qualitative policy analysis and a case study of India, the paper identifies key challenges including policy fragmentation, financing gaps, governance constraints, and socio-economic inequalities. It further highlights opportunities such as green finance, renewable energy expansion, circular economy adoption, and digital innovation. The study concludes that coherent policy design, institutional strengthening, and multi-stakeholder partnerships are critical for aligning green economic transformation with SDG targets.
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