UIA Sustainable Development Goals Assessment Tool
This official UIA tool helps architects evaluate and enhance their projects' contributions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supporting the architectural profession's commitment to addressing global challenges.
Developed in partnership with the International Union of Architects (UIA)
This assessment tool implements the UIA's sustainability framework, aligning architectural practice with global sustainability objectives while respecting regional contexts and needs.
Architecture's Role in Sustainable Development
Architects shape the built environment which directly impacts 11 of the 17 SDGs. Through thoughtful design, architects can address climate action, create sustainable communities, ensure clean water and sanitation, promote responsible consumption, reduce inequalities, and improve health and wellbeing.
Tool Methodology
This assessment tool evaluates architectural projects through a comprehensive framework that:
- Examines projects across all 17 SDGs with architecture-specific criteria
- Balances quantitative scoring with qualitative evaluation
- Recognizes interconnections between different sustainability goals
- Provides actionable feedback for project improvement
- Aligns with international sustainability certification systems
How to Use This Tool
As a UIA member or affiliated architect, you can:
- Create secure profiles for your projects
- Complete step-by-step SDG assessments
- Receive detailed scorecards with visualization of results
- Access recommendations based on UIA best practices
- Generate comprehensive reports to share with clients and stakeholders
- Track progress on sustainability objectives across your portfolio
Start Your Assessment
Begin evaluating your projects by logging in or creating an account.
New users can explore our resources section for guidance on integrating SDGs into architectural practice.
Contact & Support
For technical assistance with this tool, please contact sdgtool@uia-architectes.org. For more information about UIA's sustainability initiatives, visit the UIA Sustainable Development page.