Human Rights
SDG Integration
SMEs & Sustainable Supply Chains

Artificial Intelligence and the Sustainable Development Goals: Operationalizing technology for a sustainable future

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping our world, yet there is much uncertainty about its future. While challenges remain surrounding ethics, equity and best practices, AI is transforming industries, driving innovation and redefining how we solve complex problems.
30 Apr 2025
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AI
Labour & Decent Work
SDG Integration
SMEs & Sustainable Supply Chains

Increasing respect for labour rights and paying living wages to advance decent work for all

The rights, respect and well-being of workers lie at the heart of a sustainable global economy.
21 Apr 2025
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Climate & Environment
Key Moments

From commitment to action: How business can lead on climate this Earth Day

This Earth Day, the message is clear: We need urgent, comprehensive climate action, and businesses must help deliver it.
17 Apr 2025
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Climate & Environment
Governance
Key Moments
Ocean
SDG Integration

The path to zero-emission shipping: A milestone for the ocean, people and sustainable business

On 11 April, after years of hard work, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) voted to decarbonize global shipping by setting regulations on greenhouse gas emissions.
14 Apr 2025
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Shipping container
Key Moments
Leadership
SDG Integration

Young leaders shaping the PRESENT: Rethinking education for impact

Conversations about young people tend to focus on how they will shape the future. But Luísa Franco Machado, a Young Leader for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the United Nations, offers a fresh perspective.
10 Apr 2025
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Climate & Environment

5 key takeaways for business leaders from Biodiversity COP16

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.

25 Nov 2024

People at COP29
Climate & Environment
Governance
Sustainable Finance

How global events like COP29 and G20 impact business

The urgency is clear: we must act now to bridge the ever-widening climate finance gap, estimated at $4 trillion annually.

19 Nov 2024

Nature
Climate & Environment

5 Ways Your Business Can Make A Difference For World Wildlife

Climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions impacts wildlife, economies and communities around the globe. It's time to act.

07 Nov 2024

Windmill and solar panel
Sustainable Finance

Financing a Sustainable Future: How the Private Sector Can Lead at COP29

At COP29, the private sector has a pivotal opportunity to lead the charge in financing and driving sustainable climate solutions on a global scale.

06 Nov 2024

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Climate & Environment
Sustainable Finance

Understanding NDCs and their critical role in tackling climate change

Updated every five years, NDCs are meant to progressively increase ambition, keeping the world on track to meet the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement.

04 Nov 2024

UNGA Leaders Summit Podium
General
Governance
Key Moments
Leadership
SDG Integration

Global Country Networks Spotlight: Events During UNGA79

This year, at UNGA79, discussions focused on the Pact for the Future, a framework aimed at tackling global challenges like climate action, technological governance and human security​.

30 Oct 2024

International flags with people
Climate & Environment
Governance

What is a COP and what does it mean for business?

COPs, or Conference of the Parties, are the decision-making bodies of international conventions acting as binding agreements between countries.

17 Oct 2024

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Anti-Corruption
Human Rights
SDG Integration

What businesses can do in times of conflict

All stakeholders in society, including the private sector, can play a role in responding to humanitarian crises and supporting peace.

11 Oct 2024

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SMEs & Sustainable Supply Chains
Climate & Environment
Sustainable Finance
Gender
Human Rights
Labour & Decent Work
Governance

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Business at the 2024 Leaders Summit

On 24 September 2024, the Leaders Summit brought together visionary executives and CEOs from across industries to discuss the future of sustainable business.

02 Oct 2024

sdg pioneers
Key Moments
Leadership
SDG Integration
General

Meet the 2024 SDG Pioneers

In 2024, we are thrilled to recognize twelve SDG Pioneers who exemplify dedication, innovation, and leadership in advancing the SDGs.

27 Sep 2024

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General

Five Global Compact Reports to Know During UNGA79

From the transformative potential of AI to innovations in sustainable finance, these five reports are crucial for understanding current trends and future directions.

26 Sep 2024

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General
Governance
Key Moments
Leadership
SDG Integration

Maximizing Impact at UNGA79

The 79th Session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) and the Summit of the Future provide critical platforms for deepening collaborations, building on successes and accelerating investments in a sustainable future.

24 Sep 2024