6 July 2025
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.
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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.”
