Sustainability indicators in municipal planning

Pathways for territorialization of the 2030 agenda

Abstract

This article discusses the importance of adopting sustainability indicators in municipal public management, focusing on the development of the 2026–2029 four-year plans (PPA). Based on the analysis of the seven key indicators defined in Brazil's federal PPA 2024–2027, the study examines their potential and limitations for local implementation, highlighting the need for methodological adaptations and alternative data sources. The research uses a qualitative approach, grounded in document analysis of official planning guidelines, and proposes strategies for territorializing indicators in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda. The article emphasizes that sustainability should be incorporated transversally in public planning, encompassing social, environmental, economic, and institutional dimensions. Among the recommendations are the use of other data sources, such as the Cadastro Único and CAGED, and the inclusion of other indicators. The study contributes to strengthening the analytical and strategic capacity of local governments, supporting more effective public policies aligned with the contemporary challenges of sustainable development.