UN SDG Contribution Verifier-tool to verify SDG contributions.

Example

When a company claims to contribute to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), the verifier looks at specific actions such as increasing renewable energy capacity or improving energy access. It references target 7.2 (increase share of renewable energy) to evaluate the contribution.

Scenario

A multinational energy company reports that it is investing in renewable energy. The verifier examines the scale of these investments, comparing them to the company's overall energy portfolio and aligning this with SDG target 7.2, thus confirming or disputing the claimed contribution.

Example

The verifier uses data on regional and country-specific gaps to SDG targets. For instance, in a region with severe energy poverty (high relevance score), the impact of a company's efforts to provide affordable energy services (SDG 7.1) is evaluated more critically.

Scenario

A company working in sub-Saharan Africa claims to be contributing to universal energy access. The verifier assigns a high context relevance score based on local energy access deficits and assesses whether the company’s activities meaningfully address these gaps.

Example

The verifier suggests key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with specific SDG targets. For SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), KPIs may include waste reduction percentages or recycling rates.

Scenario

A global packaging firm reports efforts to reduce plastic waste. The verifier proposes KPIs such as the percentage of materials recycled or reductions in single-use plastics, ensuring the company’s reporting aligns with SDG 12.5 (substantially reduce waste generation).