ISO standards are aligned with the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) in several areas. Both seek to promote sustainable and balanced development in the economic, social and environmental spheres. There are many ISO standards that contribute directly to the fulfilment of the 17 SDGs, and these standards provide tools for the effective implementation of policies and practices that promote sustainability. They also help with compliance with Ecovadis, SMETA, B-Corp and Lucie Progress requirements.
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Related ISO standards and SDGs
Below are some key ISO standards linked to different SDGs:
SDG 1: No poverty
- ISO 56002: Innovation management. Provides guidelines for creating sustainable and responsible innovation.
- ISO 9001: Improves the quality of products and services, promoting an efficient industry.
SDG 3: Good health and well-being
- ISO 14001: Environmental management, promoting efficient use of resources.
- ISO 20400: Sustainable procurement. Promotes procurement practices that consider environmental, social and economic impacts.
SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation
- ISO 14064: Greenhouse gas management and verification. Facilitates the quantification and reduction of carbon emissions.
- ISO 14090: Adaptation to climate change.
SDG 7: Affordable and clean energy
- ISO 14001: Promotes the protection of marine ecosystems by encouraging the responsible use of natural resources and the mitigation of pollution.
SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- ISO 37001: Anti-bribery. Helps reduce corruption by promoting more transparent and fair institutions.
SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
SDG 12: Responsible production and consumption
- ISO 50001: Energy management. Promotes energy efficiency and responsible energy use in organisations.
SDG 13: Climate action
- ISO 14001: Environmental management systems. For the efficient use of natural resources, including water.
- ISO 24521: Guidelines for sanitation management.
SDG 14: Life below water
- ISO 26000: Social responsibility. Supports organisations in their efforts to be socially responsible and generate a positive impact. Other social responsibility standards include Ecovadis, SMETA, Forética and GRI Reporting.
- ISO 45001: Occupational health and safety, ensuring safe working conditions.
SDG 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions
- ISO 37101: Sustainable development of communities. Supports the planning and sustainable development of cities and communities.
- ISO 22301: Business continuity management, helping cities to become more resilient.