IDEA Sustainability

The public sector for a sustainable future – together to 2030

Help realise the 2030 Agenda and make a difference as an organisation. Together, within the framework of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we can ensure a sustainable future. We offer programs that support you from start to finish in developing concrete, effective and sustainable policy.

Become an SDG frontrunner too

Make your public organisation SDG-proof

We offer a wide range of services that meet the specific needs and context of your organisation.
Discover here what we have to offer!

From SDG scan to action plan

Together we will ensure a seamless and customized implementation of the SDGs in your organisation

PCA2030 Program

Commit to a multi-year process and become officially certified as an SDG board every two years: from Pioneer to Champion to Ambassador (PCA)!

SDG Monitor

Discover where your city or municipality stands in terms of the SDGs.

Policy advise & research

Discover where your city or municipality stands in terms of the SDGs.

SDGs made possible for every organisation.

We will guide your city, community or public organization from A to Z to become SDG-proof!

We tailor our process to the specific scope and resources of your organisation. In this way, we ensure that every organisation, regardless of size or budget, can get to work on the Sustainable Development Goals and everyone can do their bit to contribute to Agenda 2030.

Start-up

  • Clear project structure
  • Motivating employees
  • Targeted knowledge enrichement
  • Well-thought-out communication plan

Analysis

  • Baseline measurement
  • Double materiality with data collection
  • Stakeholder analysis and consultation

Strategy & action plan

  • Strategic choices
  • Action plan & roadmap
  • SDG implementation
  • Ambassadorship

Monitoring and evaluation

  • Measurable indicators & KPI
  • Clear dashboards
  • Mid-term evaluations and adjustments
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Reporting

  • Attractive sustainability report in line with EU guidelines

PCA-2030 : Increase your SDG ambition step by step and become officially recognized

Governments can join the multi-year PCA2030 process, developed together with CIFAL Flanders, with IDEA. In three phases—Pioneer, Champion, Ambassador—we help your organisation to integrate the SDGs deeply into your policy and operations. Start as a Pioneer by anchoring SDGs in your strategy and receive the SDG Pioneer certificate. Then grow to Champion and Ambassador, where your focus is on transition, impact and human rights.

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SDG Monitor : Discover your SDG score

Discover your community’s SDG profile now with the free SDG monitor.
Get an instant overview of your progress on all the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Compare results, discover opportunities and work towards a more sustainable future for your city or community.

Discover

Discover how your city or community performs on each of the 17 SDGs.

Compare

Compare your performance with other communities, a similar Belfius cluster, province & Flanders.

Evolution in time

Follow your indicators over the years and identify trends.

Identifying priorities

Discover where you need to make extra efforts and determine targeted policy measures and resource allocation!

Sustainability research & policy advice

We offer evidence-based policy advice and research in the field of sustainability. Our approach is based on applied scientific insights, enabling us to propose well-founded solutions that contribute to effective sustainable policy. Our expertise in the circular economy, renewable energy, green technology, innovation, talent management, urban development and rural policy ensures that we have all the knowledge in house.

Ready to commit to sustainable development?

Contact our expert Birgitt for all your questions