Don’t fall behind the times. Move forward, faster.
History has taught us that the leaders who succeed are the ones who meet the needs of the future by moving forward. To achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, we need forward thinkers, doers, builders, changers, movers, leaders. Because right now, only 15% of the SDGs are on track for 2030. We must be more ambitious.
5 areas of action
Ambitious corporate action starts here. These 5 areas of action have been selected because they have the power to accelerate progress across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals, and are where the private sector can collectively make the biggest, fastest impact by 2030.
Gender
Equality
Equality
Increase profitability and performance by ensuring inclusive workplaces and parity in your workforce.
Climate
Action
Action
Protect your business from long term volatility by working towards net zero and a just transition.
Living
Wage
Wage
Reduce inequalities and build more resilient supply chains by ensuring a living wage across your workforce.
Water
Resilience
Resilience
Increase efficiency and reduce supply chain disruption while helping vulnerable communities in water-challenged regions.
Finance &
Investment
Investment
Shifting corporate capital towards the SDGs is critical to closing existing financing gaps.
Each area has specific actions to help you build a more resilient company, while also building a resilient society and planet.
Are you ready to move your company forward faster by 2030?
Across the Sustainable Development Goals there is a demonstrated correlation between bold action and positive corporate returns. Taking action today will help protect your business, people and the planet.
We’re calling on all companies to commit to one or more targets today. Ready to get started? Our action guides will show you what you need to do to make progress faster in each area.
Not yet a participant? Join our global movement.
Want to help your organization take action but not already a participant of the United Nations Global Compact? No problem. The UN Global Compact provides a framework to guide all businesses regardless of size, complexity or location. You can express your interest here in a few simple steps.
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