The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG 13) aims to “take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.” Recognizing the existential threat posed by climate change, SDG 13 emphasizes the need for global cooperation, innovation, and decisive action to mitigate its effects. This blog will explore the specific targets under SDG 13, the methods for measuring progress, and the achievements and challenges encountered so far.
Introduction to Impact Measurement Management (IMM)
In today’s world, where businesses and organizations are increasingly expected to make a positive impact on society…
Achieving Sustainable Development: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
As our cities keep growing at a rapid pace, the push for sustainable urban living is more urgent than ever. Enter SDG 11, “Sustainable Cities and Communities.” This goal is all about making our cities and towns inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable by 2030.
Greenwashing and Data: Unraveling the Tangled Web
In today’s era, where environmental concerns have made their way to the forefront of global conversations, businesses are more eager than ever to showcase their green credentials. However, not all of these claims are rooted in truth. Greenwashing, a deceptive marketing strategy, has emerged as a concerning trend where companies portray themselves or their products as more environmentally friendly than they actually are. While the act of greenwashing can also be inadvertent and accidental when organizations don’t establish a set of best practices, this article explores intentional greenwashing.
Understanding Social Return on Investment (SROI) for Brands and For-Profit Companies
In this article, we will delve into the essence of SROI, explore its significance for business, discover its multifaceted utilization within for-profit companies, traverse the six fundamental steps of the SROI framework, peer into the horizon of SROI’s future in the corporate world, and conclude with a reflection on its potential to reshape the future of business.