This year, 1,952 small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) suppliers participated in the program, supported by 37 major Spanish companies, including Sacyr.
For Sacyr, responsible supply chain management is critical, as it addresses one of the main challenges large companies face in promoting sustainability.
The program provides suppliers with knowledge and resources on business sustainability and helps them meet national, European, and international regulatory requirements in this area.
As a result, 69% of participating entities report new business opportunities to attract clients, and 70% now have an ethical code of conduct. However, key challenges include a lack of resources and insufficient commitment, particularly at the senior management level.
This initiative is driven by the UN Global Compact in collaboration with ICEX Spain Export and Investment and the ICO Foundation.
The training offered is tailored to sustainability, with 94% of participants rating it as highly beneficial for their businesses.
II Edition of Business & Human Rights
The Sacyr Foundation also participated in the second edition of the Business & Human Rights Accelerator, alongside 56 other companies in Spain.
This innovative six-month program is designed to equip companies from all sectors and regions with the tools to implement effective human rights due diligence processes.
Using practical tools and specialized expertise, companies can ensure their operations respect and promote human rights, contributing to a more ethical and sustainable business environment.
The Business and Human Rights Accelerator program is part of the pioneering international initiatives offered by the United Nations Global Compact to drive meaningful action on key aspects of the 2030 Agenda and the Ten Principles of the Global Compact.