Discovering a Sustainable Future from Japan

What is the SDG Compass?

The SDG Compass acts as a navigational instrument for businesses, steering them towards aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A collaborative creation by the United Nations Global Compact, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), this tool enlightens companies on how best to weave SDGs into their strategies, gauge their positive impacts, and regulate their contributions.

The SDG Compass outlines a five-step approach for businesses:

  1. Grasp the Essence of SDGs: Delve into the SDGs to understand their significance and what they mean for your enterprise.
  2. Pinpoint Crucial Areas of Impact: Recognize which SDGs resonate most with your business operations and where you can yield the most substantial influence.
  3. Chart Out SDG-aligned Ambitions: Frame concrete, trackable, and realistic objectives in sync with the chosen SDGs.
  4. Weave SDGs into Business DNA: Seamlessly infuse the SDGs into every facet of the business realm, from strategic vision to daily operations and periodic reporting.
  5. Showcase and Share Milestones: Regularly monitor, evaluate, and share the strides made towards SDG-aligned objectives with your stakeholders.
[Reference] The SDGs Compass