SDG 12. Responsible consumption and production Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns Published on : November 21st 2025 Updated on : March 13th 2026 Dans cette rubrique The ministry in action Action for peace and respect for human rights Action within the UN Security, Disarmament and Non-proliferation Emergency Humanitarian Action Protecting Human Rights Gender equality: a priority for France Commitment to international justice Digital Diplomacy Promoting a sovereign Europe The European Political Community Defence Europe France and the European Union European matters Promoting French businesses and France’s attractiveness Attracting foreign investment Attracting international students Destination France: The recovery and transformation plan for tourism Promoting French expertise in sport Supporting French exporters Supporting researchers and scientific cooperation globally The French Government’s Trade Policy Ensuring the presence of French culture Cultural Diplomacy Defending Francophonie and the French language Franco-German cooperation Supporting the cultural and creative industries Contributing to sustainable, balanced globalization Addressing the climate and environmental emergency Combating global social inequality External action of local government bodies Summits and global issues Regional strategies Presentation - State of affairs We cannot guarantee a healthy environment without profound changes in our lifestyles. The new sustainable development agenda proposes a transformation of our economic models to make them sustainable. The long-term management of resources, waste and chemicals; the fight against food waste; the promotion of sustainable tourism; and the development of corporate social and environmental responsibility are central to this transformation. France is encouraging major companies to make their economic models more sustainable and accountable to the ecosystem in which they operate, and is promoting corporate social responsibility by supporting the work of the Global Compact. Raising awareness and providing education on responsible consumption and production are also part of European Sustainable Development Week, which this year will help promote the SDGs. Useful links SDG 12 on the UN website SDG 12 on the website UN Women