Harnessing the power of the ocean: A call to action for a sustainable future
Many advancements have been realized in responsible ocean stewardship, emphasizing the importance of voicing current contributions and research from experts.
The unique role of SMEs and supply chains in charting a positive future
With an estimated 80 per cent of global trade passing through supply chains, businesses have an opportunity to create meaningful change by focusing on sustainable practices with the companies, organizations and resources that move and make their products and services.
The power of transparency: Using data visualization to enhance reporting
In an age where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, businesses and consumers alike are seeking transparency and accountability. The UN Global Compact is taking a significant step forward in meeting this demand with the launch of its Communication on Progress (CoP) Data Visualization Tool.
Throughout the Forum, the UN Global Compact engaged with CEOs, Government leaders and civil society to emphasize business-driven solutions and to look at what the public and private sector can do collectively to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Six practical actions for setting and reaching living wage targets in your own operations
With more than one billion working people (a third of the global workforce) struggling to earn enough for a decent standard of living, ensuring a living wage is paramount to our achievement of the 2030 Agenda.
Many advancements have been realized in responsible ocean stewardship, emphasizing the importance of voicing current contributions and research from experts.
With an estimated 80 per cent of global trade passing through supply chains, businesses have an opportunity to create meaningful change by focusing on sustainable practices with the companies, organizations and resources that move and make their products and services.
In an age where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, businesses and consumers alike are seeking transparency and accountability. The UN Global Compact is taking a significant step forward in meeting this demand with the launch of its Communication on Progress (CoP) Data Visualization Tool.
Throughout the Forum, the UN Global Compact engaged with CEOs, Government leaders and civil society to emphasize business-driven solutions and to look at what the public and private sector can do collectively to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
With more than one billion working people (a third of the global workforce) struggling to earn enough for a decent standard of living, ensuring a living wage is paramount to our achievement of the 2030 Agenda.
Sustainable finance supports mobilizing private and public capital to fund projects that advance inclusive growth outcomes, such as mitigating climate change, enhancing social equity and fostering sustainable economic growth.
The gathering focused on the need for land restoration, highlighting the importance of soil health, the increasing risk of drought and the impacts of degraded land on migration, geopolitical tensions and food insecurity.
On 28 November, the Global Compact Network Ireland officially launched in Dublin. The launch of the new Network marks a pivotal moment, as it connects Irish businesses to a global movement dedicated to advancing sustainable business practices and aiming to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
COP29 concluded recently in Baku, Azerbaijan. With mixed results, the conference sought to mobilize and align private and public finance to support ambitious climate goals and find agreement on many other critical issues.
Biodiversity COP16 marked a turning point in global engagement, with over 23,000 participants, including more than 3,000 from the private sector, coming together in Colombia from 21 October to 1 November.
