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Using this benchmarking analysis, it is possible to provide the following analysis of progress to the
SDGs and the overall performance of the city in this context:

Poverty rate is low and with no informal settlements, progress on this SDG is, therefore,
on track.

Local food production is significant such that progress on this SDG is well on track.

Life expectancy, maternal mortality rate and good public health coverage show that
progress on this SDG is adequate, with the notable exception of traffic fatalities, which
may hamper progress in relation to this SDG.

Based on the data reported, with high literacy, school enrolment and child-care, progress
on this SDG is well on track.

Based on the data reported, water is clean and available. Consumption is higher than
ideal, but water loss is low. Therefore, progress on this SDG is on track.

Based on the data reported, the electrical distribution infrastructure is excellent.
Consumption is higher than ideal, and renewables are not yet a part of the energy mix. In
this regard, progress to this SDG requires additional work.

Based on the data reported, income equality needs improvement, but unemployment is
low. Progress to this SDG is on track.

ICT infrastructure and innovation are excellent. Progress to this SDG is well on track.

Based on the data reported for the GINI coefficient, progress to this SDG is well on track.

Public transport use is high, air quality is good, natural areas and recreational areas are
plentiful, smart city plans are in place or in construction to mitigate traffic issues and
waste is well managed. Progress to this SDG is on track.

Waste collection is universal in the city. Progress to this SDG is on track.

Based on the data reported, GHG emissions are not close to the required levels. Progress
to this SDG needs additional work.

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