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How an Online Licensing Marketplace is Democratizing the Licensing Industry

By connecting licensors with licensees through their online marketplace, Negosh democratizes licensing and allows for viable products to be made by parties of all sizes.

Supporting communities: how a financial advisory company can make an impact.

Advicero Nexia, is a company which provides several financial advisory services such as tax advisory, accounting, payroll, outsourcing, tax compliance and legal services. This company is deeply committed to CSR, they believe in increasing their positive impact on the environment, supporting local communities and charities by participating in activities initiated by entities such as Pro Bono Center, WOŚP, Szlachetna Paczka [Noble Gift] or by promoting sustainable behaviour within the company. Avicero Nexia contributes to several Social Development Goals such as : 1 (No poverty), 3 (Good health and well-being), 8 (Decent work and economic growth), 12 (responsible consumption and production), 15 (Life on Land).

Making wind energy even better

Polytech, da vida a soluciones sostenibles que mejoran la durabilidad y el rendimiento de las turbinas eólicas con el fin de contribuir al cumplimiento de los ODS 9 y 7 de la ONU.

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Polytech brings to life sustainable solutions that improve the durability and performance of wind turbines in order to contribute to compliance with UN SDGs 9 and 7.

Taking Responsibility for Development of Digital Products that impact millions of people

VK strives to improve people's lives by making modern digital technologies simple and accessible to the maximum number of users.

By developing a digital ecosystem VK satisfies 8 out of 17 UN Goals. In 2022 the priority was given to the 9th Goal that included minimizing the numbr of incidents related to information security violations, developing innovative technologies to protect user data and increasing the digital accessibility of the services.

Breaking The Code: Innovations and Strategies at The Assessment Company

The Assessment Company’s tools, services, and Occupational DNA Process help their “clients align their talent and business strategies daily by identifying, selecting, and onboarding the best fit for their jobs and organization” (Beck, 2023). This results in increased efficiency for the company and higher employee satisfaction and motivation, resulting in lower turnover. This aligns with UN Sustainable Goal 8.1.1 accomplishing “productive employment and decent work for all.” Utilizing the innovations and strategies The Assessment Company offers leads to a positive impact on overall economic growth.

Turning Plastic into something fantastic

Migliora, derived from the Italian word migliore, meaning to get better or to innovate, is a company dedicated to producing timeless polo shirts from recycled plastic materials. "Our goal as a company is to build a better fashion industry and perform better in output." The owners are four graduates of BS Entrepreneurship, and their humble beginnings stem from an idea for their practicum term. This eventually turned into something more, an impactful business that flourished post-graduation. Committed to elevating the fashion industry's standards, Migliora resumed its journey with a focus on dedication and passion towards a sustainable future. Aligned with 4 Sustainable Development Goals, Migliora gives plastic a new lifecycle instead of leaving it to decompose for years or being thrown into the ocean (SDG 14). Moreover, with the timeless design of its button-down polos, Migliora promotes responsible consumption to its consumers (SDG 12) and practices responsible sourcing and employment (SDG 8). Through these, they ultimately care for and protect the environment for future generations (SDG 13).


During its startup year, the company introduced its inaugural product line, the ECO-POLO, targeting students and young professionals, particularly those aligned with sustainability advocacies from Generation Z, employing a direct-to-consumer (B2C) approach. Through a made-to-order process, they utilize platforms such as Instagram, their website, and bazaar participation. They participated in the recent DLSU Bazaar 2023 entitled Marahuyo: An Enchanting Lasallian Christmas Bazaar.


Undoubtedly, Migliora's commitment extends beyond its products to sourcing materials. The company upholds ethical labor, as witnessed through its suppliers and tailors from Taytay and Antipolo. Their supplier provides Recycled Plastic Textiles (RPT) as a fabric, having acquired the necessary accreditations for producing RPT. Engaging local suppliers promotes local production and a sustainable supply chain.

A Greener Refreshment

Embark on a visionary journey with Refresco, a global powerhouse in beverage packaging, as they lead the charge in sustainable industrialization and innovation, aligning their mission with the principles of Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG 9). This narrative unfolds the remarkable tale of how Refresco's unwavering commitment to cutting-edge technologies is not only reshaping the industry but is also championing responsible consumption and production practices in harmony with the aspirations of SDG 12.

Merle Norman Cosmetics adequately endures an evolving industry

Merle Norman opened her first store in 1931. The company offers a variety of products and services for skin care. Merle Norman gives women the opportunity to open their own businesses. For the last decade, Mrs. Tammy Toups has prided herself as a locally owned small business-woman supplying Merle Norman products and services. Merle Norman Cosmetics helps foster a drive for entrepreneurship from their franchisees.

EcoSteel: Transforming the UAE's Carbon Landscape

In a ground-breaking effort that has the potential to change the landscape of sustainable steel production completely, Emirates Steel Arkan has formed a strategic relationship with the renewable energy company Masdar to launch a first-of-its-kind green hydrogen project in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This innovation consists of the development of a green hydrogen project for the steel sector in the UAE, which will demonstrate the replacement of fossil gas currently used to produce direct-reduced iron (DRI) with renewable hydrogen (Electrolysers Already Delivered for UAE’s First Green Hydrogen-based Steel Project, 2023).

Championing Renewable and Sustainable Energy at the Jamaica Public Service Company

For over 20 years, JPSCo has continued to take bold action to match its Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) commitments - i.e., to improve its operational efficiency, promote the use of renewable energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and mitigate climate change. 2016, JPSCo launched its Electric Vehicle (EV) ecosystem infrastructure-building initiative. This bold investment follows prior renewable and sustainable energy investments in solar systems and wind energy. As a regional innovation leader, JPSCo continues to step up how it produces and delivers electricity to Jamaicans in an environmentally sustainable manner.

Illuminating Pathways to Health and Sustainability: Emvólio by BlackFrog Technologies

In the heart of Udupi, India, BlackFrog Technologies pioneers a modern healthcare odyssey with Emvólio, a revolutionary portable cold chain refrigerator. Aligned with SDG 3, Emvólio enhances public health by ensuring vaccine efficacy, reducing adverse reactions, and expanding healthcare coverage to remote areas. Additionally, its solar compatibility embodies SDG 7, providing an eco-friendly energy solution, while the elimination of ice packs contributes to SDG 13 by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, showcasing the company's commitment to industry innovation and infrastructure under SDG 9.

Future Fabrics: Regenerative Agriculture’s Role

More than just a producer of great apparel and outdoor equipment, VF is committed to an ambitious push for regenerative agriculture. This initiative represents a paradigm shift in how VF Corp approaches material sourcing, supply chain sustainability, and ecological regeneration.

Bordering on the Pursuit of Salvation

Co-founded by the visionary Randy Waters, the company seamlessly intertwines the UN sustainable development goals of "Good Health and Well-Being" with "Industry Innovation".

Empowering Oral Health in Rural Philippines

Dr. Marites Andres established the Ortho-Dental Clinic in Solana, Cagayan, to address the community's lack of access to quality dental care. She emphasizes the importance of preventive dentistry, educating patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, regular checkups, and early detection of dental issues. The clinic offers specialized services such as orthodontics, general dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry to cater to the community's diverse needs.

By providing oral health care and oral health promotion, she helps address SDG #3, Health and Well-being, since oral health is a part of general health and well-being.

Dr. Andres prioritizes patient satisfaction by providing personalized care, addressing concerns promptly, and maintaining a welcoming environment. She stays up-to-date with the latest trends and innovations in dentistry through continuous learning and professional development. To make dental care more accessible and affordable, the clinic offers flexible payment options, including installment plans. They also opened a second clinic branch in an underserved barrio to bring essential services directly to those in need. Both clinics offer flexible scheduling and appointment options to accommodate the busy schedules of working individuals and families.


Stitched Transparency: Redefining Wages in Activewear

The core innovation at the heart of Fox & Robin is the pioneering approach of intertwining sustainability with activewear. This brand, conceptualized by Tommy Flaim, sets a new standard in the fashion industry by embedding ethical values and environmental responsibility into every facet of its business. Unlike traditional activewear brands, Fox & Robin is distinguished by its comprehensive commitment to sustainable practices, from using eco-friendly materials to maintaining an ethical supply chain and ensuring the welfare of its employees. This innovative approach represents the potential for a significant shift in the industry, proving that a business can be profitable and sustainable.

Return on Character

KRW International pioneered an innovative approach to leadership consulting grounded in research showing that leaders with strong character achieve far better organizational results. Their methodology connects soft skills to hard metrics, transforming not just leadership but ultimately culture. The innovation is using data to connect the success of the business to the leaders’ character. We believe that this innovation promotes the SDG goals of Quality Education; Gender Equality; Decent Work and Economic Growth; Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure; and Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

Sustainable Fabrics: Weaving a Future of Eco-Friendly Fashion

Pinkal Lad is a Fashion Designer who runs a business by her name wherein she manufactures clothes made up of pure cotton sustainable threads with the help of local Indian textile laborers. Pinkal markets and sells the clothing in United Kingdom. It aligns with SDG-8 ,SDG-12 and SDG-13 of UN which states Decent Work and Economic Growth, Responsible Consumption and Production and Climate Action respectively.

A solar future?

SirajPower, based in Dubai, has found a new innovation to generate completely green energy in one of the world's most polluted, yet sunniest cities. SirajPower can contribute to Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities. We had the opportunity to interview Thibaud Duchateau, SirajPower's Head of Operations and Maintenance for the past 5 years, about his thoughts on the company's innovative solar system, which he considers “essential for the future”.

Designing a Greener Tomorrow

Is it possible for a company to start a business based on a positive ecological footprint, blending innovation and sustainability to shape a responsible future for the environment? Yes. Krill Design is the pioneer in sustainable design.

The company proposes a Green Economy model that combines the need to manage in an innovative way the waste recycling process and the creation of new products, offering Circular Economy projects. It wants to help give new value to organic waste by transforming them, thanks to their know-how, into eco-design products.

Krill Design is an innovative start-up in Milan, with the mission of giving value to organic waste from the food industry. They give new life to food byproducts by transforming them into natural and compostable biopolymers, with which they create eco-design objects functional to the needs of the company that generated the waste, thanks to the most innovative 3D printing technologies.

The business innovation claims to reach four of the seventeen UN’s Sustainable Development Goals: Sustainable cities and communities (Goal 11), Responsible consumption and production (Goal 12), Climate action (Goal 13) and Partnerships for the goals (Goal 17).

Thanks to the strong principles and great vision of the founder Ivan Calimani and the co-founders Yack H. Di Maio e Martina Lamperti, the company is characterized by four core values:

- a circular economy process for a more sustainable lifestyle,

- the use of rekrill, a biomaterial developed from the recovery of raw materials

- a sustainable design for collections inspired by nature

- an on-demand production reducing waste.


STYLISHLY SUSTAINABLE - A Social movement through a Fashion brand

Emma Watson once said, "As consumers, we have so much power to change the world by just being careful in what we buy".

In the vibrant world of fast fashion, there exists No Nasties, a beacon of hope, that whispers not just fashionable clothing but also tales of sustainability and ethics. Founded by the visionary Apurva Kothari, No Nasties commits to 100% organic cotton, fair trade practices, and vegan clothing. Started in the year 2011, No Nasties has created the impact it intended to and aims to create a consumer movement, where not just brands but consumers as a whole make conscious choices in every aspect of life for a better future. The impactful activities of the business can be associated with Goal No. 1 - No Poverty and Goal No. 13 - Climate Action.