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2024 SDG Barometer: Challenges and solutions for sustainable growth in Belgium
How do Belgian organizations implement the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in their operations? While Belgian organizations rate their SDG implementation at an average of 5.49 out of 7, the actual integration appears significantly lower, scoring just 4.74. They prioritize goals such as quality education, responsible consumption and production, and climate action, whereas goals like no poverty and life below water receive less attention.
Helena De Winter
Infosessie MBA Highlights
Antwerp Management School and Voka - Chamber of Commerce Antwerp-Waasland are jointly launching a groundbreaking training program, “MBA Highlights.” During twelve intensive days, leaders, managers and entrepreneurs will develop the essential skills needed to successfully navigate a dynamic and volatile business environment. Find out all about it during this info session!
Why does IT knowledge remain a blind spot in boards of directors?
Digitalization is no longer a new phenomenon and plays a crucial role in the growth of virtually every organization, from business model innovation to customer focus and operational efficiency. Yet, in 2024, many organizations still view IT as a separate, operational team that simply needs to function, rather than as an important strategic component of the entire company. This is despite research from MIT Sloan Management Review showing that digitally savvy boardrooms are essential for financial success.
Is motivation as simple as ABC?
Motivating employees requires more than external incentives, fostering autonomous motivation is key to lasting engagement. Self-Determination Theory highlights the importance of meeting three basic psychological needs, autonomy, belongingness, and competence, to enhance well-being and performance.
PIONEERS: A green revolution for ports
The PIONEERS project represents an ambitious European initiative, bringing together a consortium of over 45 partners—spanning ports, academic institutions, and industry leaders—to redefine ports as sustainable, resilient, and intelligent hubs. At its core, the project is anchored by the Lighthouse Port of Antwerp, supported by the follower ports of Barcelona, Constanta, and Venlo. These ports function as living laboratories for innovations in clean energy, digitalization, sustainable infrastructure, and multimodal logistics. Through collaborative innovation and the expertise of its diverse partners, PIONEERS is establishing new standards for sustainability and delivering practical, scalable solutions to achieve climate-neutral port operations on a global scale.
BIOLOOP: Supply chain biomass in Flanders
BIOLOOP is a transformative initiative designed to revolutionize the mobilization, transportation, and valorization of biomass in Flanders by addressing challenges such as fragmented supply chains and logistical inefficiencies. By leveraging innovative Decision Support Models (DSMs) and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, the project aims to create circular, sustainable supply chains that maximize biomass value and position Flanders as a leader in the circular bioeconomy.
SAFARI: Safe, climate resilient infrastructure
SAFARI is dedicated to developing a digital platform to enhance the resilience of port infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency and safety during extreme weather events.
The S in ESG: Social is the new green
The social pillar of ESG empowers HR to put themes like diversity, well-being, and work-life balance at the heart of the sustainability agenda. By using data and collaboration, S-reporting becomes a powerful tool for shaping future-focused HR strategies.