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UN Pushes for Beyond-GDP Metrics to Measure Well-Being

11/20/2025

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GDP is criticized for inadequately measuring societal well-being, prompting the United Nations (UN) to pursue beyond-GDP metrics aimed at sustainable and inclusive well-being.
An expert group is working to establish around 20 core components for national reporting, with recommendations expected in 2026.
The shift requires dynamic models accounting for ecological limits and social outcomes and aims to provide a comprehensive understanding that integrates economic, social, and environmental factors.

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GDP is criticized for inadequately measuring societal well-being, prompting the United Nations (UN) to pursue beyond-GDP metrics aimed at sustainable and inclusive well-being.
An expert group is working to establish around 20 core components for national reporting, with recommendations expected in 2026.
The shift requires dynamic models accounting for ecological limits and social outcomes and aims to provide a comprehensive understanding that integrates economic, social, and environmental factors.