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Shift from CSR Pillars to SDGs
Shift from CSR Pillars to SDGs
Shift from CSR Pillars to SDGs
Shift from CSR Pillars to SDGs
Shift from CSR Pillars to SDGs
Embedded in the DNA of Krause Group’s CSR Strategy is the ethos of Purpose, People, Planet, and Philanthropy.
While we remain steadfast in our adherence to these principles, we recognized the imperative to adapt and evolve as a global business. In 2023, Krause Group and its brands aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, a set of 17 interconnected goals developed in 2015 and designed to address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and environmental degradation by 2030. Embracing the U.N. SDGs as our guiding framework offers numerous advantages:
Comprehensive Scope
The SDGs provide a holistic framework encompassing social, environmental, and economic issues, allowing us to address a broader spectrum of sustainability challenges and make a more significant impact.
Global Relevance
SDGs are universally recognized and endorsed; aligning with them allows us to communicate our sustainability efforts in a language that resonates globally.
Measuring and Reporting
SDGs provide a structured framework for setting targets, tracking progress, and reporting on CSR performance. This framework enhances transparency, accountability, and credibility in sustainability reporting and communication efforts.
Collaboration
Embracing the SDGs encourages collaboration within industries and communities to address shared sustainability challenges, thus leveraging collective expertise, resources, and networks to drive meaningful change and achieve shared goals.
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Our 3 SDGs
1/3 Gender Equality
Gender Equality aligns with our organizational emphasis on prioritizing human well-being. The United Nations states that achieving Gender Equality is critical to setting a foundation for a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world, and Krause Group believes it is also critical to achieving business success and ensuring that we remain relevant with the critical workforce and customer base. We will focus on pay equity and business opportunities, which will lead to representation throughout our organization.
2/3 Reduced Inequalities
The Reduced Inequalities goal aligns with our “People First” approach and directs our strategic focus toward community investments. Discrimination across race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity impacts our economy by excluding segments of the population. We seek to create strategic community investments that improve experiences for our Associates and stakeholders, galvanizing better outcomes for our communities.
3/3 Climate Action
Climate Action anchors our business in sustainability principles, guides us to operate with minimal environmental impact, and fosters resilience to climate change. Embracing circular economy principles is vital to efficient resource use and waste minimization, which contributes to a more impactful business model. Additionally, our work to reduce our carbon footprint aligns with achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrating our dedication to mitigating climate change and preserving the environment. Krause Group is implementing internal policies, sustainable practices, and comprehensive training programs to integrate sustainability into all operations. This multifaceted approach ensures sustainability principles are part of daily practices and decision-making.