Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Development Goals

A set of 17 global goals established by the UN in 2015. They encompass various social, economic, and environmental objectives, including eradicating poverty, ensuring access to education and health care,…

Sustainable Procurement

Sustainable Procurement

The process of integrating sustainability criteria and considerations into the purchasing and supply chain activities of organizations, aiming to promote responsible sourcing, fair trade, waste reduction, and positive social and…

Waste Management

Waste Management

The collection, transportation, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste materials in a manner that minimizes environmental impact, promotes resource recovery, and reduces the generation of waste.

Water Efficiency

Water Efficiency

The practice of using water resources efficiently and minimizing water waste through conservation measures, efficient fixtures, water-efficient landscaping, and water management strategies, ensuring the sustainable use of this valuable resource.

Zero Waste

Zero Waste

A waste management approach that aims to eliminate the generation of waste by redesigning products, promoting recycling, and composting, and minimizing the use of disposable and non-recyclable materials, fostering a…

Afforestation

Afforestation

The act of establishing a forest, either by planting trees in an area where they did not previously exist or by allowing a forest to naturally regenerate.

Air Quality

Air Quality

The degree to which the air is free from pollutants, contaminants, and harmful substances that may negatively impact human health, ecosystems, and the environment.

Biodiversity

Biodiversity

The variety of all living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, and the ecosystems in which they exist. Biodiversity is important for ecosystem stability, resilience, and the provision of essential…

Biomass

Biomass

Organic matter derived from plants, animals, or microorganisms, which can be used as a renewable energy source or for the production of biofuels, biogas, or other bio-based products.

Biophilic Design

Biophilic Design

An approach to architecture and urban planning that incorporates natural elements, patterns, and materials to enhance human connection with nature and improve well-being.

Carbon Footprint

Carbon Footprint

The total amount of greenhouse gas emissions, mainly carbon dioxide (CO2), associated with an individual, organization, event, or product, usually expressed in equivalent metric tons of CO2.