SDGs
The SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) are 17 goals formulated by the United Nations to build a better world by 2030. NS contributes to these goals and has included them in its sustainability strategy. Our focus is on our contribution to solving the climate crisis (particularly by avoiding and reducing CO2 emissions) and on how we can increase our positive social impact. Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time, but also an issue where NS can make a real difference for future generations. Our approach is based on five key focus areas: zero emissions, circular and green enterprise, by everyone and for everyone. In addition to reducing CO2 emissions, NS also contributes to solving other important challenges in the Netherlands. This includes making choices that also solve the nitrogen deposition issue, facilitate housing construction, address social inequality and improve quality of life in our cities.
SDGs to which NS is contributing
In 2022, together with our stakeholders, we identified the SDGs of particular relevance to them that could benefit from additional future contributions by NS. This resulted in a list of nine SDGs that are relevant for our organisation. These themes were not discussed again with stakeholders in 2024 because discussion of material themes for the implementation of CSRD legislation took priority.