The UNDP Accelerator Labs Network 2023 Annual Report, “The Labs 2.0: Evolving into a global research and development capability for the SDGs,” highlights how the Network is accelerating action towards the SDGs and is harnessing the power of research and development (R&D) to push the boundaries of what is known and unknown about the biggest problems we face. 

This report illustrates the enhanced impact and potential for scale of the Labs as they generate insights and deliver value for development efforts by UNDP, governments, private and public sector partners, grassroots innovators, and marginalized and vulnerable populations. In this 2023 review, the way ahead is clear: The Network is evolving into an open, globally distributed R&D capability for the Sustainable Development Goals. This Annual Report maps the evolution of that journey.