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UN Sustainable Development Goal 9: Industry and infrastructureIndustry, innovation and infrastructure - Scotland

The UN recognises the role of industry, innovation and infrastructure in making our societies flexible and progressive. Now more than ever these things need joined up thinking to ensure they are future proof with sustainability at heart.

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Industry, innovation and infrastructure in Scotland

Scotland benefits from many well-established industries and good infrastructure. A growing amount of investment goes towards research and development - through businesses, universities and colleges, government and non-profit organisations.

As with many developed nations, Scotland benefits from:

  • Universities and institutions that can create innovative new products and technologies.
  • International agreements that allow fair trade with other nations.
  • Good physical infrastructure such as electricty grids and road and rail networks.
  • A fast, effective, and affordable internet network.

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Industry and infrastructure in Scotland facts

  • Scottish Government鈥檚 R100 programme is in the process of ensuring that all homes and businesses across Scotland can access superfast broadband. (Source: )
  • 77% of Scotland's university research was judged 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent.' (Source: )
  • Manufacturing employs over 180,000 people in Scotland and accounts for over half of our international exports. (Source: )