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Building for the Future

This home remodeling company specializes in construction, focusing on more energy-efficient designs and green building materials to reduce environmental harm. By minimizing waste and focusing on the energy efficiency, they support UN SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy). Their approach not only promotes eco-friendly living but also makes high-quality, sustainable homes available for the community no matter of the income status.

Empowering Affordable Tech for a Cleaner Future

In Latin America, countries have developed a need for cameras to aid in cleaning sewer systems. Due to the overcomplication of the product, they cannot afford to purchase this equipment. ASTAP has made the compromise to keep vital features while innovating new technologies to make sure that the cameras remain functional and affordable.

British Manufacturing Company Becomes Industry Leader in Safety

Microchips are an important electronic component in the creation of devices such as the screen, phone, or computer that you are using to read this. These chips are made with even smaller, microscopic semiconductors, which are manufactured using highly specialized machines capable of the precision required to make these components.

SPTS Technologies, owned by the Keep Looking Ahead Foundation (KLA), designs, manufactures, sells, and supports capital equipment needed for companies to produce semiconductors and microelectronic devices. Located in Newport, Wales, UK, SPTS is an industry leader in safety and has received three ISO certifications in addition to recognition from numerous governing bodies. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) recognized STPS for its excellence in its management systems for quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety. The capital equipment manufacturer has been actively reforming their organization to meet new standards and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability in their daily operations.

The company most closely aligns itself with the United Nations' sustainability development goals #3 and #13: good health and well-being, and climate action. The company has implemented a variety of initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint and promote employee wellness by creating an application its employees can use to more safely work with chemicals in the workplace as well as making various changes towards measuring and lowering their impact on the planet by reducing water and energy usage.

Revolutionizing Sustainable Automative Innovation

In order to increase productivity and competitiveness for small businesses in the sector, BAM works on automating and digitizing car assembly processes. Through the provision of cutting-edge technology solutions, the center assists these companies in meeting contemporary needs, optimizing processes, and raising overall efficiency. In addition to encouraging innovation, this program gives businesses the tools they need to prosper in a market that is changing quickly.

Building Health, Equality, and Growth

Lemon Pharmacy Chain is a retail pharmacy business in Saudi Arabia that enhances community health through innovative healthcare solutions, including a telehealth and online prescription management platform. This initiative significantly contributes to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, by improving access to medications and healthcare services, particularly for underserved populations. The pharmacy chain also supports SDG 4: Quality Education, through its training programs for university students and employees, fostering skill development and professional growth in the healthcare sector. Additionally, the company promotes SDG 5: Gender Equality, by ensuring equal access to healthcare services and empowering women within its workforce. Lastly, its expansion and job creation initiatives contribute to SDG 8, Decent Work and Economic Growth, supporting local economies and providing decent employment opportunities.

Sustainable Fibers & Enviromental Balance

Lenzing focuses on producing sustainable fibers such as TENCEL™ and LENZING™ ECOVERO™, from responsibly sourced wood pulp. Their closed loop manufacturing significantly reduces water and waste by 95%. Since Lenzing has such priority on biodegradability and carbon footprint reduction they are contributing to many UN Sustainable Development Goals. Lenzing is touching on Responsible Consumption and Production which is (SDG 12) and Climate Action which is (SDG 13). 

Rethinking Plastics

MetaCycler focused on creating plastic-like items with organic waste, supporting a circular economy. This aligns with UN SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure by promoting sustainable production practices, reducing the use of traditional plastics, and innovation in the use of eco-friendly materials.

Where Creativity Sparks Sustainability

By utilizing sustainable bookbinding techniques, these handmade products promote eco-friendly practices with recycled materials. This aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals by promoting Goal 3: Good-health and Well-being, Goal 8: Decent work and Economic growth on a Macro level and on a Micro level it promotes, Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, Goal 13: Climate Action, and Goal 15: Life on Land. Jrnalize contributes to representing sustainability within communities and responsible use of materials for productions.

Bridging Business and Community: Clearway Energy’s Quest for Affordable, Clean Energy Solutions

Clearway Energy, a major developer in the renewable energy industry, is dedicated to developing and operating wind, solar, and battery storage facilities to provide sustainable energy solutions. Their commitment to producing clean energy aligns with UN SDG #7, ensuring access to affordable and reliable energy sources. Through community engagement, Clearway not only delivers green energy, but also strengthens local partnerships, fostering a collaborative path toward a sustainable future.

Towerganics - rethinking urban gardening

In Nepalese urban areas, people flock to markets for essential items like corriander.  This experience sparked the idea of utilizing the underused rooftops, especially of apartments, of Kathmandu Valley and other emerging cities, transforming them into food baskets using sustainable technology.

This aims to address SDG 2 and 11.

A New Cycle is Born

Movilex focuses on the sustainability and recycling process of industrial and electronic waste, generated from various contexts and parts of the world. Although it supports various UN SDGs, number 12 is the one that Movilex has a bigger impact on. Sustainable promotion and waste management leading to the reduction of the environmental footprint of waste is intrinsic to their core activity.

Powering the Future

2buy2 is an energy broker that simplifies the supply chain processes and reduces the costs of environmental impact. The company is working in different sectors such as the charity and education sectors. By providing customers with the supply chain solutions, the company enables their clients to access affordable and clean energy as well as provide clients with an opportunity to implement the responsible consumption and production practices while using the 2buy2 services. This company is addressing SDG 7, which is affordable and clean energy and SDG 12, consisting of responsible consumption and production.

Soaring to New Heights in Ethical Brewing

Lost Aviator Coffee sources ethically-produced beans through strong supplier partnerships, prioritizing sustainability and trust over superficial certifications. By collaborating with small-scale farmers, they avoid the gatekeeping of traditional certifications, fostering fair economic opportunities and ethical practices. This approach aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals—particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)—by supporting quality suppliers and reducing environmental impact in coffee sourcing and production.

Banking on a Sustainable Future

Caja de Ahorros has projects that impact many of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Elyonor Samudio de Avila, Manager of Sustaintability, shared examples that covered Ending Poverty (1), Quality Education (4), Decent Work and Economic Growth (8), Reducing Inequality (10), and Climate Action (13). Goal one was impacted by pausing mortgage payments during COVID-19 for customers to provide temporary relief. During this time, they entered impoverished communities to educate on financial literacy while encouraging better money management and savings. Goal four included funding gardens in public schools that were later used to benefit families and teach students about sustainable farming. Goal eight is implemented by providing a safe working environment where people are treated fairly, paid well, and work in safe conditions, and both men and women have equal opportunities in the job market. Additionally, Caja de Ahorros implemented a strategy geared towards helping women learn about finance and become future leaders, fulfilling goal ten. Finally, goal thirteen was showcased through recycling paper in shredders. This led to helping businesses and individuals finance solar panels to create sustainable energy and electric cars to combat emissions.

Collaborative Reuse for a Sustainable Future

Réseau Consignes promotes sustainability through a reusable packaging system, reducing waste and energy consumption. By collaborating with local producers and distributors, the company supports sustainable consumption and production (UN SDG 12) and contributes to building sustainable cities and communities (UN SDG 11). Their innovation empowers both businesses and consumers to engage in environmentally friendly practices.

Healing Beyond Borders

Fayview Holistic Care Nursing Services tackles the shortage of skilled nursing staff in underserved Canadian areas. By deploying experienced nurses for temporary roles, Fayview upholds healthcare standards in resource-limited communities, supporting UN SDGs 3 (Good Health), 8 (Decent Work), and 10 (Reduced Inequalities). The company’s model reduces healthcare disparities between urban and rural populations, ensuring that everyone receives quality care. Prioritizing experienced staff, fair wages, and strong support, Fayview promotes equitable, accessible healthcare for all.

Empowering Indonesia’s Traditional Market Vendors through Digital Transformation

Titipku’s platform enables customers to order groceries from local market vendors and receive their items via Jatipers, Titipku’s team of delivery partners. This model improves accessibility and fosters community involvement by providing jobs and stable incomes, especially for women and students. By embracing digital tools, Titipku empowers merchants who may have previously struggled to reach broader customer bases due to logistical or financial constraints.

Cultivating a Bright Dairy Future

Parallel Genetics is a dairy farm focused on the genetic breeding of show cattle, employing a specialized barn setup that allows for individualized care and group housing tailored to the animals' needs. By collaborating with nutritionists and veterinarians, the farm enhances animal health and productivity while implementing sustainable practices that contribute to environmental well-being. This approach directly supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and 15 (Life on Land) by promoting efficient resource use and fostering biodiversity

Products to Progress: Appliances for a Sustainable Future

Danby utilizes what can only be described as an inter-organizational, human-centred, circular economy innovation – by combining multifaceted waste reduction, and human capacity-building initiatives; creating an organizational model which puts equal value on environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. This integrated, holistic model allows for full spectrum flourishing while contributing to the realization of several Sustainable Development Goals, specifically, SDGs 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). 

Empowering Communities through Sustainable and Financial Solutions

Ficohsa focuses on three main pillars concerning business innovations and sustainable innovations throughout the corporation. These include education, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion. These three pillars directly influence the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in many ways. When looking at education, Ficohsa is able to focus on pre-primary education and encouraging sustainability amongst today's youth, entrepreneurship, which empowers women within the financial sector, and finally, financial inclusion, which addresses the gap in access to financial services. Within the framework of the SDGs Ficohsa also has long-term goals to tackle issues relating to financial education, carbon neutrality, and sustainable finance. These goals show linkages to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals