New Sustainability Tool for the Surveying Industry
Surveyors National partners with SDG Align to provide members with toolkit to align with climate action and sustainable business practices.
Why Sustainable Finance Matters to Businesses
Why Sustainable Finance Matters to Businesses: A Focus on the 2023/24 Australian Federal Budget In today’s world, sustainable finance has become an increasingly important consideration for businesses across various industries. The 2023-24 Federal Budget in Australia recognizes this significance and has made a notable commitment to promoting sustainable finance. This commitment not only benefits the […]
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
most of us live and work in cities. we need to make sure they are sustainable, socially, economically and environmentaly
Built Environment struggles with Net Zero
The 2022 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction from the United Nations Environment Programme flags that the global restart of construction activity is returning us to pre-pandemic emission levels. Despite the fact that many of us are skill working from home.
PrefabAUS Commits to a Sustainable Future
Modern methods of construction to support a sustainable future Sector Leadership on Sustainable Development The prefabricated construction industry has been showing the way on waste reduction in the construction industry for many years. At their National Conference this year the Board of prefabAUS has further demonstrate it leadership with the signing of a Commitment to […]
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Why it is important for businesses in Australia
What can your business do to improve its contribution to Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – Why it is Important for businesses in Australia
For many in the built environment, the conversation around sustainability is limited to carbon and energy; it is assumed that sustainability equates solely with environmental concerns. However, the UN SDGs provide a far more complete framework of sustainability which includes environmental concerns but also equally highlights social and economic imperatives. We will be highlighting one […]
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – why it is important for businesses in Australia
For many in the built environment, the conversation around sustainability is limited to carbon and energy; it is assumed that sustainability equates solely with environmental concerns. However, the UN SDGs provide a far more complete framework of sustainability which includes environmental concerns but also equally highlights social and economic imperatives. We will be highlighting one […]
SDG 5: Gender Equality – Why it is important for businesses in Australia
This week we will be discussing SDG 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. This goal will first be elaborated with the help of three targets of this goal.
SDG 4: Quality Education – Why it matters to businesses in Australia
For many in the built environment, the conversation around sustainability is limited to carbon and energy; it is assumed that sustainability equates solely with environmental concerns. However, the UN SDGs provide a far more complete framework of sustainability which includes environmental concerns but also equally highlights social and economic imperatives. We will be highlighting one […]
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – Why it matters to businesses in Australia
For many in the built environment, the conversation around sustainability is limited to carbon and energy; it is assumed that sustainability equates solely with environmental concerns. However, the UN SDGs provide a far more complete framework of sustainability which includes environmental concerns but also equally highlights social and economic imperatives. We will be highlighting one […]
SDG 2: Zero Hunger – Why it matters to business in Australia
SDG 2: Zero Hunger. One in six Australians experiences food stress. This blog explains why it matters and what you can do as a business.
Interview: A Generation Z intern reflection on sustainable development and AI
We’re embracing the opportunity to do business for good. It means being inclusive to Gen Z and facilitate collaboration and listening to the next generation, so we their voices heard and we can design the future together.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion is a central pillar of the Social and Economic contribution to Sustainable Development. It is also one of the most challenging areas for small business to measure and take meaningful action.
Resilient and Sustainable Rebuilt – What does a sustainable recovery look like after the NSW and Queensland floods
As of Thursday 10 March, the Insurance Council of Australia reported over 118.000 flood-related claims across Queensland and New South Wales, of which 95.000 (81%) relate to property with the remainder relating to 19.000 motor vehicles (16%) and some other (3%). The total value of the claims is almost $1.8 billion. This doesn’t include the […]
SDG Align recognised for Social Impact with Australian Good Design Award
MEDIA RELEASE October 14th Sydney – Hobart – ‘SDG Align’s – Ready Reckoner Tool for Sustainable Development’ Recognised in Australia’s International Good Design Awards for Design Excellence. The winners of Australia’s peak international design awards were announced today during the 2021 Good Design Awards Week. The Good Design Awards are the highest honour for design […]
The narrative of sustainable development is shifting
Sustainability is no longer an option but a must have for business. How can small business compete with the big players?
Why do we need a Climate Action Plan now?
On August 9th 2021, IPCC published its sixth Assessment report. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) produces a report every six years. The last report dates back to 2014. The world has changed a lot, we’ve experienced more extreme weather conditions than ever before, are in the middle of a global pandemic and our […]
SDG Align – Good Design Awards 2021 listing
We’re proud to announce that we’ve submitted our Double loop design and Ready Reckoner Prototype to the Good Design awards in the Social Impact category.
What does Sustainable Development mean to you?
Sustainable Development means different things to different people. What does it mean to you? Please allow 1 minute of your time to give us your feedback. Who knows, you might surprise yourself!
