Key Impact Points:
- New Report Launch: The UNGC Network USA unveiled its latest report, Driving Progress: Sustainable Finance for the Advancement of the SDGs, emphasizing the U.S. private sector’s critical role in SDG financing.
- Engaging Discussions: The event featured a panel on innovative financial tools and partnerships, followed by interactive roundtables to explore actionable strategies.
- SDG Financing Gap: The gathering spotlighted sustainable finance as a key to bridging the gap in funding for global development goals.
UNGC’s Sustainable Finance Report
The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Network USA hosted a private event to celebrate the launch of its sustainable finance report, Driving Progress: Sustainable Finance for the Advancement of the SDGs. This report underscores the essential role that the U.S. private sector plays in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovative financing strategies.
“Aligning business objectives with sustainability targets can drive meaningful progress,” emphasized a key takeaway from the report.
Event Highlights
The event began with a dynamic panel discussion focusing on:
- Innovative financial instruments,
- Strategic partnerships, and
- Business alignment with sustainability objectives.
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The panel explored how these elements can collectively drive substantial progress in achieving the SDGs.
Following the discussion, attendees participated in roundtable sessions, enabling peer-to-peer learning and deeper exploration of sustainable finance solutions.
A Platform for Collaborative Action
The event aimed to foster collaboration and highlight the critical role sustainable finance plays in addressing the SDG funding gap. By bringing together leaders from various sectors, it offered a space for exchanging insights and actionable strategies to advance global goals.
Details:
- Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Format: Invite-only, Partner Event
- For more information, email events@globalcompactusa.org.
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