2025 Annual
Report
This year’s report highlights the growth of our network and the collective progress toward advancing corporate sustainability across the US private sector, as well as strengthening the market conditions for sustainable business.
2025 marked the 25th Anniversary of the United Nations Global Compact. This milestone marks how a bold idea has evolved into the world’s largest sustainability initiative. It is a reminder that through global change and uncertainty, the UN Global Compact remains a trusted partner, anchored in the principles of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption, and focused on equipping companies of all sizes, with the connections, guidance, and resources needed to build resilience and long-term value.
Looking ahead to 2026, our focus is on supporting US businesses to compete and set the tone in a rapidly shifting global landscape. We will advance responsible business, deepen practical and relevant programming, and strengthen collective action to help companies manage risk, unlock new opportunities, and set the foundation for long-term success. Together, we advance progress on some of the most pressing issues facing American companies, cultivating a more responsible, resilient, and competitive market.
Your commitment and leadership underscore the essential role US companies play in driving global sustainability and shared prosperity. These ambitions cannot be met without your engagement, innovation, and commitment.
Thank you for your continued participation and commitment to the implementation of sustainable initiatives. We look forward to building an even more impactful 2026 together.
Sincerely,
UN Global Compact Network USA
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2025 Highlights, Convenings, & Major Events
Annual Summit
Our largest to date, the Annual Summit convened over 250 senior leaders from diverse industries, taking place alongside the UN General Assembly. Participants came together to advocate for practical business action and partnerships that advance responsible business within the American private sector. Through panel discussions and peer exchange, attendees gained actionable insights, shared implementation strategies, and strengthened cross-sector collaboration.
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Driving Impact: Corporate Leadership in an Evolving U.S. Policy Environment
This roundtable convened more than 20 business leaders alongside UN leadership, including Assistant Secretary-General Sanda Ojiambo, for an open dialogue on corporate sustainability in the US. The discussion focused on how US companies can align with the Ten Principles and leverage global sustainability frameworks to build resilience and maintain a competitive edge.
Goal Getters: A Trivia Night for Sustainability Pros I
Held alongside the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF)—the UN’s central platform for reviewing global progress on the SDGs—Network USA hosted the inaugural Sustainability Trivia Night designed to engage industry professionals on the key themes shaping this year’s global policy discussions. The event connected over 30 participants from a wide range of industries for an evening of friendly competition, networking, and community building.
Goal Getters: A Trivia Night for Sustainability Pros II
During NYC Climate Week, Network USA hosted its second Sustainability Trivia Night, bringing together more than 30 sustainability professionals for a fun evening of community building. Attendees strengthened peer connections while exploring the business implications of key environmental and social trends for corporate strategy, risk management, and long-term value creation.
25th Anniversary Reception
To kick off NYC Climate Week and the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Network USA celebrated 25 years of the United Nations Global Compact, strengthening relationships with long-standing partners, UN leadership, and past and present board members.
Salon Dinner at the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights
At the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights in Geneva, Network USA brought together participants from US companies, UN partners, and international organizations for an evening of dialogue and connection. The gathering provided a forum to share insights on due diligence, risk management, and innovative approaches to protecting workers and communities.
Regional & Industry Specific Convenings
Sport & Sustainability on the Charles: A Collaborative Visioning Roundtable
Programming
Accelerators
Climate Ambition
Participants
Companies
Supports companies in establishing emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5° C pathway, advancing toward net-zero by 2050. Beyond compliance, the program helps businesses identify efficiency gains, innovate for low-carbon solutions, and demonstrate climate leadership to investors, customers, and partners, turning climate action into a competitive advantage.
Target Gender Equality
Participants
Companies
Guiding companies in developing strategies to advance equality and leadership representation at Board and Executive levels, enhancing innovation, attracting and retain top talent, and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
Business & Human Rights
Participants
Companies
Translates human rights commitments into concrete action. Companies implement ongoing due diligence, address key human rights risks, and set measurable targets, creating trust with employees, communities, and investors while mitigating risk and building a more resilient, responsible business model.
SDG Ambition
Participants
Companies
Empowers companies to set bold, measurable targets across the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and integrate them into core business strategy; strengthening resilience, unlocking new market opportunities, and engaging employees, customers, and stakeholders in meaningful, mission-driven initiatives that drive long-term value.
Peer Learning Groups
Resources
Leaders in Action
Global Strategic Plan
