Category: SDGs

Celebrating the 2024/25 SDG Ambition Accelerator: A Milestone Year for Global Impact

The 2024/25 cohort marks a significant milestone for the SDG Ambition Accelerator, representing the fifth global cycle of the program. Since its inception in 2020, the initiative has seen participation from more than 2,700 companies worldwide, all committed to embedding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their core strategies and operations. This year alone, over 580 companies across 120 countries joined the programme, reaffirming the business community’s growing dedication to sustainability.

Elevating Business Ambition for People and Planet

SDG Ambition challenges companies to go beyond incremental change and take transformative action to address the world’s most pressing issues. While climate action remains a central focus, we are witnessing a notable expansion of priorities. Companies are increasingly setting bold targets in areas such as gender equality, decent work and labor standards, circularity, and sustainable finance—reflecting a maturing understanding of what it truly means to advance the SDGs.

A Strong ASEAN Presence

The Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS) is proud to have been part of all five ASEAN tracks of SDG Ambition. The 2024/25 ASEAN cohort ran from February to May 2025 and included 32 participating companies across four country networks: Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.

Participating Companies from Singapore The following companies from Singapore demonstrated leadership in sustainability and joined the 2024/25 SDG Ambition Accelerator to set ambitious targets and advance the integration of the SDGs into their operations:

● Singapore Airlines Limited

● Pacific International Lines

● Quest Ventures

● YTL Singapore Pte Ltd

Their commitment showcases how Singapore-based companies are stepping up to drive meaningful change on a global scale.

Learning Across Cohorts: Alumni in Action

A special highlight this year was a session featuring Alsco Uniforms Singapore, an SDG Ambition 2023/24 alumnus. The team shared valuable insights and learnings with the current

cohort, offering real-world examples of how participation in SDG Ambition has helped shape their sustainability journey.

With each new cohort, SDG Ambition continues to be a catalyst for corporate action, innovation, and leadership. We look forward to supporting more companies as they chart their course toward a more sustainable future for all.

Participant Reflections from the 2024/25 SDG Ambition Accelerator

💬 “Encouraged us to relook into our strategy.”

💬 “It has helped us check on our progress towards our goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.”

💬 “Increased awareness amongst management about the business importance of focusing on sustainability.”

The 2023/24 cohort of the SDG Ambition Accelerator marked the 4th iteration of this impactful program. We proudly hit our target, with over 2,000 companies globally committing to an SDG Ambition since the program’s inception.

This latest edition saw participation from more than 460 companies across 78 countries, with a significant 53% from developing nations. Collectively, these companies employ over 2.1 million people and generate revenue exceeding $540 billion.

GCNS is thrilled to have been part of the 4th Round of the SDG Ambition ASEAN track. This round was a resounding success, empowering companies worldwide to set ambitious sustainability goals and explore innovative ways to contribute to the SDGs.

The ASEAN track alone included 32 companies from Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, running from February to June 2024. Key industries represented were food producers, general industrials, and industrial support services. Notably, 100% sustainable material inputs and science-based emission reduction were the most selected SDG Ambition Benchmarks.

Participant Feedback 💬

Feedback from participants underscores the program’s value:

• “Very helpful. We are able to set the right objectives and goals for our people, organization, and other stakeholders.”
   
• “More clarity and provided insights on zero carbon and zero waste.”
   
• “We have a deeper understanding and are equipped with more practical knowledge and skills regarding SDG goals and their integration into business operations and strategy.”

Participating Companies 🌟

We proudly acknowledge our GCNS Members who participated in the ASEAN track of the SDG Ambition Accelerator 2023/24, and are setting ambitious targets and accelerating the integration of the SDGs into their core business:

• Alsco Singapore
• Social Health Group Ltd
• Guava Amenities Pte Ltd
• Pavilion Energy Pte Ltd
• CGS International Securities (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
• Bio x Global
• Global Citizen Education

This cohort’s achievements reinforce our commitment to sustainable development and the critical role businesses play in advancing the SDGs. As we look to the future, we are excited to continue this journey with even more companies joining the SDG Ambition Accelerator, driving impactful change and fostering a sustainable future for all.

For more information on the SDG Ambition Accelerator and to apply for the next intake, click here. 

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