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Gender pay gap refers to the difference between the average gross hourly wages and salaries of male and female employees by economic activity at the letter code level. Part-time employees' earnings are also taken into account when comparing gross hourly wages and salaries. Hourly wages and salaries are used to calculate the gender pay gap on the basis of a pan-European methodology. The gender pay gap is calculated by subtracting the average gross hourly wages and salaries of female employees from those of male employees and dividing the difference by the average gross hourly wages and salaries

The culture and meaning of work have changed significantly over time. In addition to earning an income to cover basic needs, people expect self-growth and self-realisation opportunities from their jobs. Work life quality at the society level means healthy and skilled jobs for as many people as possible in order to ensure high employment and productivity. Employers hope to find people with suitable skills from the labour market. Employees wish to work secure, safe and interesting jobs, which are also flexible enough to allow contributing to the society outside the job and enjoying fulfilling

National accounts are a kind of an accounting system for the country, showing how the economy is performing. Economic growth is mainly measured by the gross domestic product (GDP) and gross national income (GNI). The higher these indicators, the better Estonia and the people living here are doing. In addition to aggregate indicators, we analyse data by sectors and compile input-output tables to study the interactions between sectors of the economy. National accounts provide information on changes in the gross domestic product (GDP); gross national income; productivity indicators; financial

There are many film and video production enterprises in Estonia, producing feature films, documentaries and animations as well as advertising films. More and more talented filmmakers reach international audiences with their production. The Estonian Film Institute coordinates the local film scene, and the Estonian Film Database collects data on film production. The data collected by Statistics Estonia help to analyse and describe the current state of the Estonian film industry and cinemas, and to study the impact of the trends and events in the society. Film statistics provide information such

Estonia’s theatre scene is exceptionally vibrant, and theatre is an important part of our cultural life and leisure activities. The statistics show how significant the role of theatre is in the Estonian society and how many people attend performances. There are state, municipal, private and amateur theatres in Estonia. The larger ones have their own theatre house, permanent staff and regular performances throughout the year. The smaller ones often operate on a project basis or use the premises of other cultural institutions. There are talented and renowned creators in both large and small

The focus of the goal “Affordable and Clean Energy” is access to reliable, sustainable and affordable energy. Further efforts must be made for the availability of electricity or other energy sources used for preparing food. Energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy must be increased. The 2030 Agenda sets the target to increase the share of renewable energy in energy production, double the rate of improvement in energy efficiency, i.e. reduce energy intensity per unit of GDP. Specifically, it is important to contribute to the development of better financial instruments, to define