Sustainable Development Goals

"Private business activity, investment and innovation are major drivers of productivity, inclusive economic growth and job creation. We acknowledge the diversity of the private sector, ranging from micro-enterprises to multinational cooperatives. We call on all businesses to apply their creativity and innovation to solving sustainable development challenges."

United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

LIPOR's Commitment

We transform our world!

By embracing the challenge of sustainability and committing to the global priorities of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we have integrated these targets into our activities and strategies.

Our engagement is reflected in concrete actions: we promote food waste prevention, responsible waste management, energy efficiency, and the use of renewable energy, biodiversity and ecosystem protection, gender equality and decent working conditions, technological innovation, water protection and the sustainable management of operations. At the same time, we strengthen integrity, transparency, and relationships with strategic partners, ensuring continuous alignment with the SDGs and the sustainable development of the community.

Below, we present the alignment between our Strategy and the different SDGs.

SDG 2 – Zero Hunger

The network of urban gardens promoted by LIPOR contributes to local and sustainable food production by providing cultivable areas for the community and encouraging responsible agricultural practices.

SDG 5 – Gender Equality

The promotion of gender equality ensures balanced opportunities, values skills, and strengthens diversity in leadership, while monitoring the proportion of women in management positions.

SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation

LIPOR ensures the safe treatment of industrial wastewater and reduces landfill disposal, while promotes the protection of watercourses in its Associated, notably through the Tinto River and Leça River Valorization Projects.

SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy

The promotion of renewable energy within total consumption and the optimisation of energy intensity in operations ensures efficiency in waste treatment and contributes to the transition towards cleaner sources.

SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth

LIPOR guarantees safe working conditions, fair remuneration, and gender equality, monitors occupational accidents, and respects employees’ rights of association, fostering a dignified and sustainable working environment.

SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Annual investment in new products and services strengthens innovation capacity and modernises operations.

SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities

Facilities such as Parque Aventura, Casa do Corim and LIPOR Academy contribute to public access to regenerated areas and capacity-building in environmental topics. At the same time, LIPOR monitors waste generation and controls emissions from its recovery plants, promoting more sustainable operations and communities with enhanced environmental quality.

SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production

LIPOR promotes waste prevention, fights against food waste, and encourages recycling, while strengthens environmental education through the LIPOR Academy fosters cultural awareness at Casa do Corim, and promotes certifications such as the Green Heart. Sustainability criteria are also embedded in public procurement as well as in the annual publication of its Integrated Report.

SDG 13 – Climate Action

Reducing the carbon footprint and controlling greenhouse gas emissions are priorities for LIPOR, promoting more sustainable operations and contributing to climate change mitigation.

SDG 15 – Life on Land

The monitoring of biodiversity and the rewilding of areas through the Metro Quadrado Programme reinforce ecosystem protection, while funded projects contribute to conserving species and restoring habitats.

SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Anti-corruption training covers all employees, preventing cases of misconduct, while monitoring the satisfaction of clients and other stakeholders ensures transparency and effectiveness in the management of institutional relations.

SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

The monitoring of indicators that contribute to SDG targets strengthens cooperation with strategic partners and enhances the effective implementation of sustainable projects within the organization.

LIPOR has joined the BCSD Portugal initiative to promote the SDGs, presenting case studies and projects that it has developed in line with the Sustainable Development Goals.

These case studies can be consulted at: www.ods.pt