This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Iceland statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Icelandic statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Icelandic-specific metadata information.
| Indicator available |
Proportion of land that is degraded over total land area |
|---|---|
| Indicator description |
Land is divided into five quality groups depending on the condition of vegetation and soil quality. The higher the group number the more ecological activity there is in the area. Group 1: Areas with limited ecological activity and/or little stability and high degradation. Group 2: Areas with little stability and/or little ecological activity Group 3: Areas where some or considerable ecological activity and considerable degradation OR areas with little activity and little degradation, e.g. moss grown lava fields. Group 4: Areas with medium ecological activity and/or stability but with little degradation OR areas with much ecological activity and considerable stability but some degradation. Group 5: Areas with much ecological activity and little degradation. |
| Geographical coverage |
Iceland |
| Unit of measurement |
Percentage (%) |
| Definitions |
The methodology of the land quality assessment is detailed in thisreport on the assessment of the quality of vegetation and soil resources in Iceland |
| Comments and limitations |
This indicator is being used as an approximation of the UN SDG Indicator. Where possible, we will work to identify or develop Icelandic data to meet the global indicator specification. This indicator has been identified in collaboration with topic experts. |