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Since IKEA is one of the world’s largest and most famous home furnishings and accessories companies, it bears the burden of responsibilities, including corporate social responsibility. In Russian, the company developed the strategy of sustainable development “Yes! – To people and the planet!” back in 2012 and has been successfully implementing it since then. In terms of following the strategy, IKEA Russia aims to minimize the negative impact of the company’s activities on the environment and population. IKEA Russia stands for conscious and responsible forest use, furniture and waste recycling, separate waste collection, improving the well-being of millions of people, and enabling one billion people to live a better life on our planet, replacing conventional energy sources with solar energy. It refers to integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the company’s strategy, namely goals number 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities; 12, Responsible Consumption; and 13, Climate Action.
NISKOM's innovations are reflected in several of its programs, including "Young Family" and "Space Harbour,” which create objects in the city infrastructure that improve living conditions for the citizens as well as recreation areas and landscaping. Moreover, the company provides charity assistance to critically ill children of Krasnoznamensk, supports veterans of military conflicts, and organized the construction of the first church in Krasnoznamensk.
It is estimated that in Colombia a person can consume an average of 24 kilos of plastic per year, 56% of which is single-use plastic such as straws, cutlery, and soft drink containers. In this uncontrolled consumption, the measures adopted for conventional recycling are neither sufficient nor efficient to counteract the severe effects on the environment, especially to water that could be drinkable. Industria Ecológica Nacional (INDUECON) is a company committed to contributing to the care of the environment, whose innovation focuses on:
- Solutions: Create plastic solutions with environmental awareness: recover and transform 100% recycled post-industrial plastic materials, which become a substitute for traditional wood for the production of products with design and environmental responsibility.
- Strategic Partners: It relies on the work of the recycler and industry to develop a portfolio with 100% recycled raw materials.
- Products: Offers a range of durable and resistant products at an affordable cost to any person of average income in Colombia.
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Se estima que en Colombia una persona puede consumir en promedio 24 kilos de plástico al año, de este consumo 56% es plástico de un uso único, como pitillos, cubiertos y envases de refrescos, en este consumo descontrolado las medidas adoptadas para el reciclaje convencional no son suficientes ni eficientes para contrarrestar el efecto severo que se ocasiona al medio ambiente, especialmente al agua que podría ser potable. Industria Ecológica Nacional (INDUECON) es una empresa comprometida en contribuir al cuidado del medio ambiente, por lo que su innovación se centra en gestionar eficientemente los desechos plásticos ofreciendo a sus consumidores la certeza de que con su compra están aportando al desarrollo de una industria responsable y sostenible:
- Soluciones: Crear soluciones plásticas con consciencia ambiental: recupera y transforma materiales plásticos post-industrial 100% reciclados, los cuales convierte en un sustituto de la madera tradicional para la elaboración de productos con diseño y responsabilidad ambiental.
- Socios Estratégicos: Se apoya en la labor del reciclador y de la industria para desarrollar un portafolio con materias primas 100% recicladas.
- Productos: Ofrece una gama de productos durables y resistentes a un costo asequible a cualquier persona de ingreso promedio en Colombia.
Bonergie is an excellent example of how a single person can take an idea and have an immense impact on the lives of many others by carrying through what they believe in. The UN sustainable development goals are only guidelines until one takes action to tackle the goals in the real world. The dedication of Bonergie to bring a simple idea to life has been able to and continues to address seven of the UN sustainable development goals, each having an impact on the other. Bonergie has been able to contribute to addressing the gender equality gap in Western Africa by showing that women can succeed on their own by becoming entrepreneurs (SDG 5). By focusing on the employment of women and creating further employment opportunities Bonergie has also been able to create better working conditions as well as contribute to the economic growth of the local economy in Western Africa (SDG 8). Through the products and services which Bonergie has brought to the market, it has been able to change the industry and provide insight into how innovations must be adjusted to be in accordance with the local needs to succeed and truly bring impact with it (SGD 9). The innovation itself has been able to provide clean water (SDG 6), as well as affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) by allowing people to have cost-free energy after 18-24 months. Access to affordable energy has created the opportunity to become profitable, thus giving people the tools to fight against poverty (SDG 1). Last but not least, Bonergie has been able to create all this impact sustainably by creating opportunities for people to change from diesel to solar energy which is not only better for the climate but also able to change their lives in many other aspects (SDG 13). The business model of Bonergie is unique as it continues to have a significant impact on the lives of others, even after its operations have ceased to exist. This is what the goal of Bonergie was truly about. On top of that, the business model of Bonergie could be scaled to provide solutions to other regions around the world that are facing similar issues, such as in Asia. Because many off-grid, poverty-ridden, and agriculture-dependent areas are located in regions with limitless sunshine, such as Western Africa, Bonergie’s business model can be utilized to create positive impacts for many issues in these regions also. To make a difference in the world and help to work towards the UN sustainability goals, one must persevere and truly believe in the ability to create change. We hope that by sharing the story of Bonergie it is to be able to inspire others to take similar action and create positive changes together all around the world one idea at a time.
Lifestraw is a company that is dedicated to discovering new and cost-effective ways to provide drinkable water solutions for all. One of their unique products is a patented portable water purifying and drinking device that allows the user to convert dirty water into drinkable water. The device filters out microorganisms and particles through its filtration system.
The Finnish Baby Aid Kit is a concept that includes the kit, which is provided and manufactured by Logonet, along with antenatal and childbirth-related health care services which are provided by Logonet’s partners.
The Finnish Baby Aid Kit itself is a 2 in 1 kit: one of the kits includes clothes and hygiene products for the mother and the infant, and the other is for health care professionals to use during the mother’s labor. The Finnish Baby Aid kit concept contributes to good health and well-being (SDG 3) and gender equality (SDG 5) by aiming to reduce maternal and infant mortality and promoting reproductive health and rights.
The innovation, bio-refinement technology, developed by Origin by Ocean is based on the harvesting and processing of sea and ocean grown biomass. With the developed technology, Origin by Ocean has the dual goal of building a profitable global business and solving the eutrophication problem of seas and oceans. While the operations of the company address more than half of the UN SDGs, the most impacted goal is goal #14: Life Below Water – to “conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development”.
To end bedlessness and provide sustainable and high-quality mattresses that will last for years.
At Lessa, "we make mattresses and products for good sleep & more good mornings."
FlagHouse Inc is commonly known for making physical education, special needs, and gym equipment to ensure everyone has a happy and proactive life to their fullest potential. Flaghouse's mission is to improve the quality of life for any person of any age or ability with an abundance of resources. Hence, the company carries thousands of different types of equipment to support those in need.
The Snoezelen line, by Flaghouse Inc, are Multi-Sensory Environments (MSE) that are helpful for the clients. The product was designed to lessen mental and physical disparity.
"Our patented invention is to combine a package of any kind with integrated solar-heating coating" (Nina Borger 2020)
SolFoil Oy is a startup company that produces solar products for cooking, heating, and pasteurizing. Their solar heating packages are covered with a special thin layer that heats up when exposed to the sunlight. The packages can be used to heat a liquid, food, or other content.
In spite of ongoing growth in large-scale, urban real estate development, which continues even through the pandemic-related economic downturn, there is a disconnect between skilled workers and the construction-related employers who need them. This is exacerbated by the “gig economy,” in which businesses are more inclined to hire workers on a short-term, contract basis.
Gig Connected was conceived as a solution to this employment disconnect and a national shortage in skilled labor, with the intent to benefit the supply side, demand side, and workforce development stakeholders.
Currently, Varusteleka contributes to up to six SDG. Firstly, these include SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institution, on its focus on accountable and transparent institutions. Furthermore, SDG’s 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, 10: Reduced Inequalities, and 3: Good Health and Well-being, relate to the company’s focus on equality, employee well-being as well as productive employment for everyone. Finally, Varusteleka contributes to SDG’s 12: Responsible Consumption and Production and 13: Climate Action with their attempts to compensate and reduce the company’s carbon footprint and to produce sustainable, ethical goods. A more in-depth analysis of the SDG’s can be found in the Overall Impact -section.
Solar Water Solutions has created a patented water purification system that is powered by renewable energy generated by solar panels. The company helps to solve SDG 6 of Clean water and sanitation, as it enables access to safe and affordable drinking water in remote locations, and SDG 7 of affordable and clean energy, as its innovative product is powered by solar energy. Solar Water Solutions also helps to solve for example SDG 5, gender equality, by focusing on empowering women with work opportunities by maintaining the equipment.
The innovation we are looking into is the platform for the electronic content; because it is unique in providing unlimited, versatile, and tailored access to its content for all types of readers for an affordable monthly fee. Additionally, what we feel is important in this innovation, Storytel is committed to working toward becoming more sustainable in the future. Storytel is working toward offering a climate-neutral platform of content that promotes wellbeing, learning, and relaxation with a good story. This gives tools to reach SDG numbers: 3 “good health and wellbeing”, 4 “quality education”, 12 “responsible production and consumption”, and 13 “climate action.” They also are committed to offering a diverse, innovative, and a collaborative workplace built on trust, at the same time working towards SDG 8 “decent work and economic growth.”
Tracegrow is a clean-tech company based in Kärsämäki, Finland, and its main product is a liquid micronutrient fertilizer produced from recycled alkaline batteries. The raw material is sourced from a nearby company that collects used batteries from the whole of Finland and crushes them. This crushed material is then taken into Tracegrow’s process, where the useful metals zinc and manganese are extracted to be used in the fertilizers, and harmful metals such as nickel and cadmium are safely extracted apart as well.
In line with Delipap’s first hygiene brand, Muumi Baby, Vuokkoset Bio was invented with similar environmental and social sustainability. Vuokkoset Bio like all Delipap’s products are produced in Finland. The product is 100% biodegradable and made by a clever combination of organic raw materials. These hygiene products are composed of three materials; organic cotton, biodegradable plastic, and absorbing material of chlorine-free cellulose found inside the towel. Raw material comes from sustainable Nordic forests which are FSC certified. Vuokkoset ensures the use of raw materials that do not reduce forest size in the future; forests are maintained, and vegetation is ensured to sustain its growth (Karhu, 2020). All raw materials used in the manufacturing of the hygiene products are ecofriendly and hence when the sanitary towel is disposed of, it decomposes naturally without harming nature. Vuokkoset brand values customer well-being through offering fragrance and chemicals free products which are accredited by the Finnish Allergy, Skin, and Asthma Federation’s Allergy Label. In addition, the Nordic Swan Ecolabel and the EU Ecolabel testify for the responsible production and circular economy standards in place (Vuokkoset, 2018). Today, Vuokkoset Bio operations are in total accordance with UN SDG 3, UN SDG 12, and UN SDG 13.
Energy communities are increasing and organizations are creating opportunities for these communities to consult with them on energy conservation. Members can use a platform that facilitates the exchange of renewable energy, in an energy community, and provides users with real-life information about their consumption and production.
Actualmente se está viviendo una ola de delincuencia y feminicidios. La innovación busca darle seguridad al usuario, mediante el uso de una pulsera, una aplicación y una comunidad para contrarrestar la inseguridad.
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There is currently a wave of crime and femicides taking place. The innovation seeks to give security to the user by using a bracelet, an application, and a community to counteract insecurity.
The company’s business model is almost fully built on creating wealth without having to produce anything new: a set of customers bring in items to be sold in the boutique, while another set of customers purchase them. No production of new items is needed, which makes the climate footprint of Relove close to zero. Thus, Relove targets the United Nations SDGs 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, 12: Responsible production and consumption, and 13: Climate action, since it encourages consumers to shop second-hand, and more sustainably, which contributes to the reduction of carbon emissions and water waste. The company also contributes to achieving SDG 5: Gender equality since it was founded by women inspiring other women to become entrepreneurs.
H2Only has a passion for health through water purification. Their industrial innovation is a water distillation process that removes contaminants and unhealthy chemicals from water systems run in residential neighborhoods and other facilities. This innovation relates to many of the UN’s Sustainable Goals, however, goal six “Clean Water and Sanitation” is the main one.