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The world's largest sustainability initiative

We move business
toward a fairer,
greener future.

The UN Global Compact Network UK connects UK-based organisations in a global movement dedicated to driving sustainable, responsible business — grounded in the Ten Principles and the SDGs.

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A global movement, a UK force

Scale that turns principles into measurable progress.

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How we create change

Three ways we help business lead responsibly.

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Inspire

We build community and awareness — connecting leaders, sharing what works, and showing that sustainable business is good business.

Community · Events · Insight
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Enable

We develop capacity through practical programmes, tools and collective action — turning ambition into implementation on the ground.

Programmes · Academy · Tools
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Shape

We influence policy and thought leadership — carrying the voice of responsible business to government and global forums.

Advocacy · Policy · Voice
Our programmes

Practical action across every pillar of sustainability.

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Wind turbines at dusk Environment

Climate action, circular economy & nature

Cutting emissions and restoring nature — helping members set science-based targets and deliver a just transition.

 Diverse team working together Social sustainability

Human rights & modern slavery

 Reporting and governance data Governance

Reporting & anti-corruption

 Aerial view of a forest SDG Programme

Aligning strategy with the Global Goals

Translating the 17 Sustainable Development Goals into commercial strategy, measurement and collective impact.
The foundation

Ten Principles. Four pillars. One standard for responsible business.

Derived from landmark UN declarations, the Ten Principles give organisations a shared, universal framework for doing business the right way.

  • Human RightsSupport and respect internationally proclaimed human rights.
  • LabourUphold fair, safe and free conditions for every worker.
  • Environment & Anti-CorruptionProtect the planet and work against corruption in all its forms.
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Universal principles adopted by organisations worldwide

Sustainability data dashboard
CoP

Communication on Progress — data visualised for every participant

Tools & learning

Insight and skills to make progress real.

Track how participants advance the Ten Principles and the SDGs through the CoP Data Visualisation Tool — and build capability across your organisation with the Academy learning platform.

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What's on

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London Climate Action Week 2026

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Research
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