This book explores topics related to sustainability, including the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and accountability in various activities. It reflects the complex and diverse landscape of sustainability efforts in organizations and the pursuit of SDGs. It emphasizes that achieving global change and making the world a better place isn't a straightforward, linear process but rather a conglomerate of diverse and interconnected journeys driven by countless parties with individual interests and systemic conditions.

Recognizing the impossibility of creating a comprehensive "Big Picture" covering all facets, the authors' ambition is to contribute to the discussion on sustainability and SDG coverage through inspiring use cases. The book illustrates how the Three-Pillar-Model leads to sustainability and SDG coverage. It emphasizes the importance of a strong Sustainable Purpose, mindset transformation in organizations, and cross-silo cooperation for success.

The book features contributions from various authors and institutions from all over the world, including (former) leaders of UN agencies, NGOs, enterprises, venture capital funds and angel investor communities, consultancies, universities, historians, system theorists, philosophers and linguists. The chapters also provide diverse perspectives and historical cases to facilitate learning and exploration in this vast field.

Offers practical insights and actionable guidance for effective sustainability and UN SDG Coverage in organizations Facilitates networking and collaboration with peers in other organizations, a key factor for success Provides diverse insights, fresh ideas, and experiences from a high-ranking, multi-professional author group worldwide

Autorentext

Peter Wollmann has served as a responsible manager, initiator, mentor, and facilitator in large, predominantly global transformations and strategic developments for almost 40 years, both within large organizations and as an independent consultant since 2017. Peter Wollmann holds a degree in mathematics and physics from the University of Bonn. He is the author and publisher of several books and articles on strategy, leadership, project management, and project portfolio management.

Doris Pemler is an entrepreneur, artist, and researcher based in Zurich, Switzerland. She received her M.A. in Egyptology, Sudan Archaeology, and Archaeology of the Ancient Near East from Humboldt University zu Berlin and F.U. Berlin. Her research focuses on iconography, gender, and intercultural communication in Ancient Egypt and Sudan. As a photographer, she has contributed to several exhibitions in Germany and Switzerland. In her role as the CEO of Ciudad Condal GmbH, she leads an aspiring company focused on importing and distributing high-end sustainable products in Switzerland.

Mersida Ndrevataj has a background in architecture, urban planning, and environmental psychology. She is currently a PhD candidate in Urban Planning and Public Policy at IUAV University of Venice (Italy), with a research focus on the intersection of public policy implementation and cultural heritage management. Alongside her doctoral studies, she is research fellow at Ca Foscari University (Italy). Her broader academic interests include urban sociology and sensory methodologies in urban ethnographic research.

Inhalt

Part I: Introduction and Framing.- Chapter 1: The Complex Initial Situation of the Current Activity Landscape on Sustainability and UN SDG Coverage.- Chapter 2: A Recap of the Three-Pillar Model and its Importance for the Book's Objectives.- Chapter 3: A Short Overview of the Origin of the Term Sustainability and the History of the UN Sustainable Development Goals: Purpose, Concept and Politics of an Ongoing Global Goal Setting Agenda.- Part II: Fundamental Considerations and Leadership & Management Concepts.- Chapter 4: How the Viability Concept and Systemic Management Methodologies as the Three-Pillar Model Promote Sustainability.- Chapter 5: The Metacontent of Being and Identity: Rethinking Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainable Organizations.- Chapter 6: The Influence of Language: An Often Underestimated Strategic Success Factor for Global Endeavors From the Perspective of a Language Professional.- Chapter 7: Purpose in Business Models: Strategic Principles and Key Decisions.- Chapter 8: Sustainable Leadership Competence Framework.- Chapter 9: Information Technology for Sustainability: The Hidden Cost of Digital Era.- Part III: Public Sector's Perspectives.- Chapter 10 Cultural Sustainability for Sustainable Development: Notes from Venice on UNESCO and Sustainable Cities.- Chapter 11: Geopolitics, Sustainability and How Multilateralism Shapes Corporate Action on the SDGs: A View Through the Lens of Climate Change and the Paris Agreement.- Chapter 12: Greenhouse Gas Protocol.- Chapter 13: From Awareness to Action: Transformative Education for Sustainability at Australian Universities.- Chapter 14: Activities of MentorMe on SDG 5.- Chapter 15: Friends for Hope A Special SDG Coverage Project in India.- Part IV: Private Sector's Perspectives.- Chapter 16: The Role of Insurance in Sustainability.- Chapter 17: Das Provisorium - History and Environment of a Co-Workingspace for Sustainable Food and Drinks in Zurich.- Chapter 18: Purpose-Driven Investments: Applying the Three-Pillar Model to Venture Capital for UN SDGs - A Comparison USA Europe.- Chapter 19: Catalysts for Change How Research Funding and Financial Incentives Drive Business Transformation and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).- Chapter 20: Strategic Sustainability Implementation in SMEs: Leveraging the SDGs for Context-based Impact.- Part V: Conclusions and Take-Aways.- Chapter 21: Conclusions and Take-Aways.