Sustainable Development Goals BUSINESS AND THE SDGS
Summary of the content and its utility
The SDGs present a unified global agenda for sustainable development until 2030, requiring collective action across governments, civil society, and the private sector, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). SMEs play a crucial role in job creation and innovation, making them essential partners in achieving the SDGs. For rural tourism SMEs, embracing the SDGs offers opportunities for market differentiation, revenue growth, and supply chain resilience, while addressing societal needs and environmental challenges. Additionally, investing in SDG implementation presents significant business opportunities, with estimates suggesting a potential market worth USD 12 trillion across key economic sectors, underscoring the importance of private sector engagement in sustainable development initiatives.
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English
Country(ies)/Territory(ies)
EU, Worldwide
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Target Group(s)
SMEs
Topic(s)
Digital, Green, Social
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