In this final installment of our series exploring how Ethos embodies the SDGs, we dive into SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. As technology advances, businesses face a crucial question: how can we leverage it to achieve environmental sustainability? At Ethos, we believe that integrating sustainability into every aspect of our services is key.

Understanding SDG 12

SDG 12 calls for responsible consumption and production patterns.

It emphasizes the need to reduce waste generation, ensure efficient use of natural resources, promotes sustainable practices throughout the production chain and encourages consumers to make informed choices regarding sustainability.

How you can embrace SDG 12

Sustainable procurement; Purchase office supplies made from recycled materials from sustainable and ethical suppliers

Efficient Use of Space: Optimize office layout, maximize natural light and reduce reliance on artificial lighting or use solar power.

Paperless Operations: For Enterprise Uganda, we automated systems and applied  digital communication and document storage to minimize paper usage and implemented cloud-based document sharing.

Indoor environment quality; Incorporate indoor plants to improve air quality and use non-toxic eco-friendly paint and finishes when painting.

SDG 12 in Action: How Ethos Makes a Difference

We  use reusable products while providing our services for instance use of glass water bottles or glass jars during an event hence reducing our plastic waste.

We also maximize the daylight hence avoiding the consumption of more energy which contributes to the increase of Carbon Dioxide emissions.

We partner with entities that embody the SDGs such as SDG 12. Ethos understands that collective action is key to achieving the ambitious goals of SDG 12 that is why we actively seek partnerships with organizations that share our commitment to responsible consumption and production. These partnerships allow us to share best practices, collaborate on innovative solutions, and amplify our impact in promoting sustainable practices across industries.

Ethos, while providing services to its clients, endeavours to skill them on how to adopt sustainability practices in their daily work.

Beyond SDG 12: A Holistic Approach

Our commitment to sustainability as discussed earlier extends beyond SDG 12. We also actively align our services with other relevant SDGs, including:

• SDG 5: Gender Equality: We champion diversity and inclusion within our team and promote equal opportunities for women in the business world.
• SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: We leverage technology to streamline processes and optimize resource usage for our clients.

Ethos: More Than Just Services

As global challenges related to climate change and resource scarcity persist, embracing the UN SDGs becomes increasingly imperative.  At Ethos, we believe that sustainability is not just a trend – it’s a core value. By integrating sustainable practices into what we do, we empower businesses to make responsible choices, minimize their environmental impact, and build a more sustainable future.

Do you have any sustainability goal you would like to incorporate in your business or job?

Let’s work together to build a more sustainable future for businesses!