
Examples of Civic Engagement Civic engagement is the way people take part in the life of their community and help shape the decisions that affect it. It can involve working with neighbours, contributing to local projects, contacting elected representatives or taking part in public discussions. Civic engagement is not limited to voting: it includes many…

The 2030 Global Goals: A Shared Plan for a Better Future In 2015, United Nations member states adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: a shared plan to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), often known as the Global Goals. They set out…

Nike’s Sustainability Goals: Progress, Priorities and Challenges Nike’s sustainability programme is built around Move to Zero, the company’s ambition to work towards “zero carbon and zero waste”. It covers the environmental impact of Nike’s operations, products and supply chain. The goals are substantial, but achieving them depends not only on Nike’s own actions: much of…

What Does a Community Engagement Practitioner Do? A community engagement practitioner helps organisations build meaningful relationships with the people affected by their work. They create opportunities for residents, community groups and other stakeholders to share their views, take part in decisions and help shape projects, services and policies. The role is about more than gathering…

UN Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation Clean water and sanitation are essential for health, dignity and opportunity. Yet millions of people around the world still lack safe drinking water, decent toilets and reliable hygiene facilities. United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) aims to change this by ensuring the availability and…

Technology and Sustainable Development Technology is changing how people live, work and use the planet’s resources. From renewable energy systems to digital public services, it can help societies meet today’s needs while protecting the ability of future generations to meet theirs. But technology is not sustainable by default. Its benefits depend on how it is…

The 2030 Global Agenda: A Shared Plan for a More Sustainable Future The 2030 Global Agenda is an international framework for tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, it is centred on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).…

Solar Storage Solutions: Making More of Your Solar Energy Solar panels can generate clean electricity during daylight hours, but household demand does not always match the time of peak generation. A solar storage system can help bridge that gap, allowing more of the energy produced at home to be used when it is needed. For…