Turning Commitment into Action: PocketSeed supports the UN Global Compact

November 14, 2024

Today marks an exciting milestone in PocketSeed's journey: we're proud to announce our support for the United Nations Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative. This isn't just another program – it's a powerful alignment of our mission with a global movement for responsible business.

Why the UN Global Compact?

In today's world, businesses can't afford to sit on the sidelines of sustainability. The UNGC represents more than just a set of principles; it's a roadmap for companies to become active participants in solving global challenges. For PocketSeed, supporting the UNGC is a natural extension of our core belief: that sustainability and business success go hand in hand.

The Four Pillars of Our Commitment

The UNGC's Ten Principles are built on four fundamental areas that align with our values:

1. Human Rights

  • Protecting and supporting internationally proclaimed human rights
  • Ensuring we're never complicit in human rights abuses
  • Embedding respect for human rights in all our operations and relationships

2. Labor Standards

  • Upholding freedom of association and collective bargaining rights
  • Eliminating all forms of forced and compulsory labor
  • Abolishing child labor
  • Ending discrimination in employment practices

3. Environmental Stewardship

  • Taking a precautionary approach to environmental challenges
  • Promoting greater environmental responsibility
  • Encouraging the development and adoption of environmentally friendly technologies

4. Anti-Corruption

  • Working against corruption in all its forms
  • Maintaining the highest standards of business integrity
  • Promoting transparency in all our operations

What This Means for Our Stakeholders:

Supporting the UNGC isn't just about making commitments – it's about creating tangible impact. Here's what this means for our stakeholders:

For Our Clients:

  • Enhanced transparency in our sustainability reporting
  • Access to global best practices and resources
  • Stronger alignment with international sustainability standards

For Our Partners:

  • Clearer framework for collaboration on sustainability initiatives
  • Shared commitment to responsible business practices
  • Opportunities for joint impact projects

For Our Team:

  • Clear guidelines for decision-making
  • Professional development opportunities through UNGC resources
  • Pride in being part of a global movement for positive change

Looking Ahead: Our Roadmap for Impact

This commitment to the UNGC principles will shape our future in several key ways:

  1. Innovation Focus: We're doubling down on developing features that help businesses track and improve their sustainability performance.
  2. Measurement & Reporting: We're enhancing our platform's capabilities to measure impact aligned with UNGC principles and SDGs.
  3. Community Building: We're creating new opportunities for our community to collaborate and share best practices in sustainable business.

Join Us on This Journey

Supporting the UNGC is just the beginning. We invite our entire community – clients, partners, and team members – to join us in this commitment to responsible business practices. Together, we can prove that sustainability isn't just good for the planet – it's good for business.

Want to learn more about our UNGC commitment or how you can get involved? Visit our UNGC profile page https://unglobalcompact.org/what-is-gc/participants/167412  or reach out to our sustainability team at Hello@pocketseed.io

About PocketSeed: PocketSeed transforms sustainability initiatives into measurable business growth through innovative engagement solutions. By connecting sustainable actions with tangible outcomes, we help businesses create lasting positive impact while driving growth.

Interested in making an impact?

PocketSeed is a platform that makes it easy for businesses to integrate climate action into their products and services and share the journey with customers.

Contact us to learn more today.