This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Jamaica statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Jamaican statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Jamaican-specific metadata information.
This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.
| Indicator name |
Proportion of countries adopting relevant national legislation and adequately resourcing the prevention or control of invasive alien species |
|---|---|
| Indicator number |
15.8.1 |
| Target name |
By 2020, introduce measures to prevent the introduction and significantly reduce the impact of invasive alien species on land and water ecosystems and control or eradicate the priority species |
| Target number |
15.8 |
| UN designated tier |
2 |
| UN custodian agency |
IUCN |
| Link to UN metadata | United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (pdf 456kB) opens in a new window |