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Evolve Builders Group Inc. is a cutting-edge business, pioneering climate-conscious construction in Ontario. With a focus on locally sourced materials, net zero construction, and using sustainable materials, this business is working to build a better world. The entire foundation of the operations prioritizes their mission over profit and works towards over 6 SDG goals - especially responsible production and consumption.
Barbierro Barbershop is the first openly queer barbershop in the Philippines. The barbershop was established in July 2022 in Biñan, Laguna, and is owned by a queer couple, Jedi Directo and Paul Sumayao. They want to break barriers in a male-dominated industry. Barbierro Barbershop supports SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities as it aims to provide a safe space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community who would like to have a haircut without the fear of being discriminated against. They also offer a barber training program for queer and transgender, out-of-school youth. Afterward, they offer the students work opportunities in their shop or entrepreneurial opportunities if they opt to venture out independently. Barbierro Barbershop partners with various local and global organizations that help protect and empower community members, which supports SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.
Reformation’s solution is “to bring sustainable fashion to everyone.” The fashion brand is attempting to fight fast fashion through their sustainable practices and designs, and support for their workers all over the world. This company openly addresses SDG goals 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 17 through their sustainability framework.
People with hearing impairment face challenges in communication, education, social participation among several factors in their daily lives, the lack of access to information and support tools for this disability has a significant impact on their quality of life. According to the Ministry of Health of Colombia, the morbidity of ear diseases, hearing and communication disorders have a strong relationship with the unfavorable socioeconomic position and low educational level. The World Health Organization reveals that more than 1.5 billion people worldwide have some degree of hearing loss.
Hearing impairment can affect people of all ages, from birth to old age, generating difficulties in daily communication, such as conversations, phone calls and social activities, which can lead to isolation. With technological advances, different mechanisms have been created that seek to improve the quality of life of those who face this condition. The main tool is hearing aids, however, they do not apply to all levels of hearing loss and have a high cost in the market, which generates inequality. Awareness and inclusion are essential to build a more understanding and accessible society, this is why the company decided to design the Sonata device to improve the welfare of economically disadvantaged people.
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Las personas con discapacidad auditiva enfrentan desafíos en la comunicación, educación, participación social entre varios factores en su vida cotidiana, la falta de acceso a la información y a herramientas de apoyo para está discapacidad tiene un impacto significativo en su calidad de vida, según el Ministerio de salud de Colombia, la morbilidad de las enfermedades del oído, trastornos de audición y comunicación presentan una fuerte relación con la posición socioeconómico desfavorable y el bajo nivel educativo, asimismo, en el informe mundial sobre audición, la Organización Mundial de la Salud revela que más de 1.500 millones de personas en todo el mundo presentan algún grado de pérdida auditiva.
La discapacidad auditiva puede afectar a personas de todas las edades, desde el nacimiento hasta la vejez, genera dificultades en la comunicación diaria, como conversaciones, llamadas telefónicas y actividades sociales, que pueden generar aislamiento. Con avances tecnológicos, se han creado diferentes mecanismos que buscan mejorar la calidad de vida de quienes enfrentan esta condición, como principal herramienta se encuentran los audífonos, sin embargo, no aplican para todos los niveles de sordera y tienen un alto costo en el mercado, lo que genera desigualdad. La sensibilización y la inclusión son esenciales para construir una sociedad más comprensiva y accesible, por esto la empresa decide diseñar el dispositivo Sonata para mejorar el bienestar de las personas económicamente desfavorecidas.
Yenxa is the small household appliance innovative machine created by Almotech enterprise with a disruptive technology that changes the past recycling system.
The main innovation is how oil is converted to detergent by the "Yenxa" device as it gives a solution to water contamination (95% of homes throw oil down the drain).
Therefore, it helps to solve more than one of the SDGs (6,12,14,15) but specially the sixth, clean water and sanitation.
Global Thermostat is a pioneering company that has developed a groundbreaking innovation to address the global challenge of carbon dioxide (CO2) removal from the atmosphere. The innovation is centered around a highly efficient and scalable technology that can capture CO2 from the air and is designed to play a pivotal role in combating climate change. Moreover, the company's carbon capture technology uses proprietary materials and processes to selectively bind and release CO2. The captured CO2 can then be converted into various valuable products such as synthetic fuels, building materials, and chemicals.
Alener Solar is a company dedicated to the implementation and generation of electrical and thermal energy from renewable energy. They help especially in solving SDG #8 which is affordable and clean energy by producing energy without the use of harmful emissions.
Grupo Apex produces and sells high-quality crisps and snacks while trying constantly to improve their food's nutritional value by reducing the amount of sodium and saturated fat. The goal is to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. Grupo Apex gets its produce from local areas where strict targets are imposed for responsible consumption and production by optimizing logistics operations, promoting sustainable water management, and ensuring energy-efficient measures.
"To bring some of the best Filipino cuisines to the tables of Filipino people and international guests... Connect with people and share with them the passion."
-Ms. Debuyan, Balai Mario Cafe & Restaurant Accounting Manager
Balai Mario meets 5 of the UN's SDGs and to highlight some of those: Life on Land SDG is evident as the culture showcased in their restaurants is incredibly vibrant, which is apparent through the servers wearing Igorot outfits, and even restaurant-goers have the option to wear these outfits while they savor their food. Another one is Partnerships for the Goals SDG. Balai Mario Cafe & Restaurant continues to flourish because of its overall quality and generosity to its community. The restaurant is working on its continuous expansion by partnering with individuals, some of whom are just starting to explore business, giving them additional sources of income aside from their day jobs.
"The World Health Organization (WHO) "warns in its February 2023 report that more than 5% of the world's population (430 million people) suffer from disabling hearing loss and require rehabilitation (432 million adults and 34 million children)". It is estimated that by 2050 that figure will exceed 700 million (one in ten people).
According to Colombia's Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, as of May 2023, the main source of noise pollution in the country is associated with vehicular traffic. Noise maps indicate that between 15% and 40% of the population is subjected to noise levels above 65 dB from vehicular traffic.
For this reason, AQSTICA created ECOBORD.
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“El ruido es un asesino silencioso y escandaloso en las ciudades”, según La Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS) “alerta al respecto en su informe de febrero de 2023 resaltando que más del 5% de la población mundial (430 millones de personas) padece una pérdida de audición discapacitante y requiere rehabilitación (432 millones de adultos y 34 millones de niños)”. Se calcula que en 2050 esa cifra superará los 700 millones (una de cada diez personas).
De acuerdo con la ministra de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sostenible de Colombia, a mayo del 2023, en el país la principal fuente de contaminación auditiva está asociada al tráfico vehicular. Los mapas de ruido indican que entre el 15% y el 40% de la población está sometida a niveles de ruido superiores a 65 dB procedentes del tráfico rodado.
Por lo anterior AQSTICA creó ECOBORD.
City Shamba is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and pioneer in sustainable agricultural innovation with vertical farming and aquaponics. It combines both to optimize resource use, reduce environmental impact, and enhance food security, addressing crucial rural challenges in the region.
Due to the period of violence that occurred in Colombia, mainly in 2012, the department of Meta was directly impacted due to the concentration of armed groups such as the FARC and the ELN in that area (Fundación Ideas Para la Paz, 2013). According to the UARIV - Unit for Comprehensive Attention and Reparation to Victims - from 1985 to 2016 in the department of Meta, 210,564 people were victims of forced displacement. Likewise some towns like Vista Hermosa, La Macarena and Lejanías have a high probability of reintegration and Granada, Mesetas and La Uribe have a very high probability.
This is why the main problem that is addressed with this venture focusing on ecological tourism is that the people who were part of the episodes of violence are not guaranteed equal conditions to get a job that allows them to live and start again after their experience of violence, either because they were perpetrators or victims of said conflict.
“I'm living my dream, and I didn't know it was,” we refer to a guide from “Zaffari Meta Colombia” whose passion can be seen in his eyes, and he doesn't waste time to share the wonders he has managed to discover thanks to working with them and the way it has changed his perspective on life.
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Debido al periodo de violencia que se vivió en Colombia principalmente en año 2012, el departamento del Meta se vio directamente impactado debido a la concentración de grupos armados como las FARC y el ELN en esa zona (Fundación Ideas Para la Paz, 2013). De acuerdo con la UARIV - Unidad para la Atención y Reparación Integral a las Víctimas - de 1985 a 2016 en el departamento del meta 210,564 personas fueron víctimas de desplazamiento forzado. Así mismo algunos pueblos como Vista hermosa, La Macarena y Lejanías cuentan con una probabilidad alta de re integración y Granada, Mesetas y La Uribe una probabilidad muy alta.
Es por esto que principal problema que se aborda con este emprendimiento es que las personas que hicieron parte de los episodios de violencia no se les asegura igualdad de condiciones para conseguir un trabajo que les permita vivir y comenzar de nuevo luego de su paso por la violencia, ya sea porque fueron victimarios o víctimas de dicho conflicto.
Becoming completely digital in 2019, Kesho is a South African cloud-based firm and a pioneering firm of chartered accountants. It is known for its commitment to reshaping the landscape of financial services. Founded on principles of innovation, integrity, and inclusivity, Kesho has emerged as a trailblazer in the finance industry. Established in 2010 by company director Vusi Matse with, “the vision of providing a dedicated, personalized service designated to fulfill the demands of clients”, they have adapted their company to fit into today’s world of technology.
Led by a dynamic team of visionary professionals based in Nelspruit, Kesho stands out for its progressive approach to accounting and finance. As Kesho continues to push boundaries, they remain dedicated to the mission of not just keeping pace with change but driving it; as said by our interviewee, Thandeka Moshesh, “once you start with innovation, you just can’t stop.”
Their innovative approach enhances operational efficiency, ensures global accessibility, and promotes sustainable business practices, aligning seamlessly with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Acciona’s innovation of hydroelectric and solar photovoltaic energy has allowed it to have sustainable innovation at the cornerstone of its business. Acciona has and continues to focus on increasing sustainability in all business-involved sectors, finding ways to introduce hydroelectric and solar photovoltaic energy in new ways. First focused on hydroelectric and wind power in Spain, Acciona possesses a 100% renewable energy portfolio that has now expanded globally to promote sustainable energy generation, infrastructure, water desalination as well as comprehensive water cycle management. The constant expansion of its 100% renewable energy portfolio, with a focus on its innovation of hydroelectric and photovoltaic energy, aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) allowing Acciona to meet 5 of the SDGs.
Thrive Natural Care is a regenerative business that uses plant-based ingredients in Central America, more specifically Costa Rica. The company stands for innovating regenerative skin care by combining human health and planet health into one.
Bokamoso Farmers Academy's innovation revolves around transforming societies through education. Offering courses in livestock management, crop production, farm management, agripreneurship, sustainable agricultural practices, and financial literacy, the academy addresses the challenges faced by farmers. The innovation is driven by a vision to tackle unemployment, inequalities, and poverty by providing accessible and practical education to all, regardless of academic background.
The company's innovation lies in transforming water hyacinth into plant-based leather used to craft various items. In the Philippines, this initiative generates employment in lakeside areas affected by water hyacinths, providing economic empowerment. Additionally, it contributes to a positive environmental impact by addressing challenges caused by water hyacinths, such as obstructing water transport, limiting fishing opportunities, causing flooding, and increasing waterborne diseases.
Blinklearning innovates the way students learn by developing a digital platform, which satisfies the 4thh UN Goal, the 15th UN Goal, and the 17th UN Goal, which offers partnerships to editorials for digitizing educational textbooks. The objective is to provide this digital content to schools and therefore give an innovative solution for managing courses efficiently and in a more attractive way. Moreover, with the creation of this platform, schools' accessibility to better educational content increases and paper use is reduced.