As the local chapter of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, we work with ecosystem partners to empower businesses to drive meaningful localised impact for global change.
Together, we celebrate a journey of transformation. As a proud chapter of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, UNGCNS brings you two decades of leadership, innovation, and collaboration—driven by the expertise of the United Nations Global Compact.
We help businesses secure their future through sustainable models and product innovations that not only meet the needs of today but also safeguard the resources of tomorrow.
By taking a forward-thinking approach, we position ourselves to reach our sustainability goals for the future and create a lasting positive impact.
20 years of empowering businesses to lead in corporate responsibility.
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Bespoke expertise and insights to help shape your sustainable journey.
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Collaborate with industry leaders and ecosystem partners to leave no one behind.
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As part of your ongoing journey toward responsible and sustainable leadership, we welcome your active participation.
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10:00 - 11:00 This complimentary Virtual Open House introduces how UN Global Compact Network Singapore supports organisations in embedding sustainability into business strategy, strengthening trust, and driving long-term impact aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Participants will learn about UNGCNS programmes, partnerships, and networks, and how to be part of a global movement advancing sustainable business leadership.
UNGCNS, Kantar, and Grab have released a landmark report titled “Women in the Driver Seat: How Ride Hailing and Delivery is Steering Economic Inclusion for Southeast Asia’s Women.”
The report explores why women join platform work, the structural barriers they face, and how these can be dismantled through learnings from Grab. It also examines the impact of such work on women driver-partners and how it drives greater economic inclusion in the region.
10:30 - 11:30 Scope 3 emissions often make up 70–90% of a company’s carbon footprint — yet they are also the hardest to measure and manage, especially across complex supply chains in Southeast Asia.
This webinar is designed for sustainability, ESG, finance, procurement, risk, and compliance professionals—especially those in manufacturing, logistics, retail, F&B, energy, agriculture, or other complex supply chains at early to mid stages of Scope 3 reporting.
The UN Global Leaders Summit is back, bigger and bolder than ever. Experience more keynotes, workshops, breakouts and networking opportunities. Join a powerful community of purpose-driven leaders shaping the future of sustainability.
In partnership with SLR and the United Nations Global Compact Network Singapore (UNGCNS), we are pleased to announce the co-authorship of a paper on the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). This paper underscores how the TNFD framework expands upon established climate disclosure principles, adopting the four-pillar structure of the TCFD now integrated within the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards issued by the ISSB.
The UN Global Compact 2026–2030 Strategy is a five‑year plan, grounded in the Ten Principles and aligned with the 2030 Agenda, that helps companies turn sustainability ambition into measurable systems-level change through three pillars: equipping companies to act, catalyzing collective action, and advancing the business case for responsible leadership.
Click here to download the strategy and discover how your business can get involved.
How can SMEs navigate Singapore’s Green Economy while driving digital transformation? SIMSYS shows the way. From carbon accounting and green software practices to championing social sustainability and well-being, SIMSYS is turning climate and ESG challenges into business opportunities.
Discover how this UNGCNS member integrates sustainability into operations, aligns with the SDGs, and leverages digital tools to future-proof growth.
Gear Up for a Low-Carbon Future
Master the essential skills for a low-carbon future. This professional certification course provides in-depth knowledge on carbon accounting and GHG management, empowering your business to effectively measure and reduce emissions.
The course addresses the foundational questions on why we need to reduce emissions, what the accurate accounting of emissions will help achieve, and how appropriate target setting, and sharing on various approaches and solutions can equip and empower us to reduce emissions. As one of the Enterprise Sustainability Programme (ESP) Decarbonisation Courses, it is relevant for both beginner and experienced staff members looking to hone their knowledge of carbon accounting and greenhouse gas (GHG) management.
Based on insights from 1,000 business leaders, this report explores shifting business attitudes towards sustainability and the opportunities for Singapore to lead the regional agenda.
Titled “Emissions in Focus: Transparent Reporting, Tangible Results”, the 2024 report provides a snapshot of how Singapore businesses are progressing in their carbon management journey.
The report aims to serve as a practical guide and source of inspiration, demonstrating that while carbon reporting may be complex, it is achievable with the right support and systems in place.
UNGCNS is thrilled to publish our inaugural Sustainability Report 2024 — and honoured to be the first local UN Global Compact chapter worldwide to publish a dedicated sustainability report.
The Business of Better: A Collection of SDG-Driven Member Success Stories highlights the inspiring sustainability efforts of UNGCNS member companies in Singapore. This volume focuses on SMEs, showcasing their environmental and social commitments, adaptability to regulations, and stakeholder engagement. Through innovation and resilience, these businesses are advancing the SDGs, proving that even small, purposeful actions can drive meaningful change. These stories remind us of the powerful impact businesses can have when they collaborate and act with intention, shaping a better future for communities and the planet.
The hospitality industry is among the most resource-intensive and environmentally harmful sectors. It faces challenges related to waste, carbon emissions, biodiversity, and social responsibility.
In a sector that has been slow to adopt sustainable practices, Siloso Beach Resort (SBR) stands out in the SME hospitality sector as a pioneering ecological resort.
Be a part of something important. Drive the sustainability agenda in your organization and help co-create a sustainable future.
Connect with industry experts, peers at a local and global level
Gain knowledge and skills to make progress and deliver impact
Leverage your position and advocate for major impact
Build trust and credibility by communicating measurable progress towards your sustainability goals
