Analyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reports
Abstract This study assesses different Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in high- and low-polluting industries through a comparative analysis of sustainability reports. The objective is to evaluate SDG-related terms in reports from 16 companies across four sectors—Cement, Automobile, Electric Equ...
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| description | Abstract This study assesses different Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in high- and low-polluting industries through a comparative analysis of sustainability reports. The objective is to evaluate SDG-related terms in reports from 16 companies across four sectors—Cement, Automobile, Electric Equipment, and IT—over five years. Using Python for data extraction and the “text2sdg” package in R programming for SDG term detection, the study identifies both prioritized and overlooked SDGs. Results indicate that high and low-polluting industries share similar SDG focus areas. SDGs 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and 13 (Climate Action) received the most attention. In contrast, SDGs 1 (No Poverty), 2 (Zero Hunger), 5 (Gender Equality), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 14 (Life Below Water) are consistently underrepresented. The findings suggest that both categories of industries acknowledge the importance of sustainability, yet significant gaps remain in addressing social and environmental challenges. This research contributes to the broader discourse on corporate sustainability and its role in achieving the 2030 Agenda, offering actionable insights for industries to increase their focus on less-considered SDGs. By identifying areas of improvement, the study supports efforts to foster more inclusive and environmentally responsible business practices. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9b261d50fb484c2b98d7e50178ed531d2025-08-20T04:01:43ZengSpringerDiscover Sustainability2662-99842025-07-016111910.1007/s43621-025-01193-xAnalyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reportsVinod Sharma0Manohar Kapse1N. Elangovan2Yogesh Mahajan3Bethu Medhini4Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)Jaipuria Institute of ManagementSchool of Business and Management, Christ UniversitySymbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)School of Business and Management, Christ UniversityAbstract This study assesses different Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in high- and low-polluting industries through a comparative analysis of sustainability reports. The objective is to evaluate SDG-related terms in reports from 16 companies across four sectors—Cement, Automobile, Electric Equipment, and IT—over five years. Using Python for data extraction and the “text2sdg” package in R programming for SDG term detection, the study identifies both prioritized and overlooked SDGs. Results indicate that high and low-polluting industries share similar SDG focus areas. SDGs 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and 13 (Climate Action) received the most attention. In contrast, SDGs 1 (No Poverty), 2 (Zero Hunger), 5 (Gender Equality), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 14 (Life Below Water) are consistently underrepresented. The findings suggest that both categories of industries acknowledge the importance of sustainability, yet significant gaps remain in addressing social and environmental challenges. This research contributes to the broader discourse on corporate sustainability and its role in achieving the 2030 Agenda, offering actionable insights for industries to increase their focus on less-considered SDGs. By identifying areas of improvement, the study supports efforts to foster more inclusive and environmentally responsible business practices.https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-01193-xSustainable development goalsSustainability reportsText analysisComparative analysisHigh pollutingLow polluting |
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| title | Analyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reports |
| title_full | Analyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reports |
| title_fullStr | Analyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reports |
| title_full_unstemmed | Analyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reports |
| title_short | Analyzing SDGs in high-and-low-emission industries: a comparative study of sustainability reports |
| title_sort | analyzing sdgs in high and low emission industries a comparative study of sustainability reports |
| topic | Sustainable development goals Sustainability reports Text analysis Comparative analysis High polluting Low polluting |
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