<![CDATA[ Why publishers are getting serious about sustainability ]]> Putting sustainability at the heart of our industry Over the past 6 months there have been a number of analyses that have assessed the initial impact of the pandemic on our industry. These have focused on the financial aspects, the impact of employment and more importantly how the very essence of the book, as an “essential good”, was called into question. So, it is amazing that during this period, the SDG Publishers Compact was not only launched but gained incredible momentum to hit the 100th signatory milestone in less than a year. Clearly, publishers and publishing organizations recognized that we are uniquely positioned to drive progress towards achieving the SDGs by the deadline of 2030. Like our own Inclusive Publishing and Literacy Committee, these 100 signatories form a new community of likeminded organizations ready to demonstrate the power of the book and the value we contribute to society. When we asked the signatories about why they decided to sign up to the SDG Publishers Compact, many told us of a long history of positively contributing to society. Whether this is through the content they publish or their organization’s business practices. In every case, our values aligned with the UN’s vision for a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive future. To find out more about why the SDG Publishers Compact community continues to grow check out these testimonials below and consider signing up today. Source - international publishers association ]]> en Mon, 07 26, 2021 11:14 am <![CDATA[ Why publishers are getting serious about sustainability ]]> Putting sustainability at the heart of our industry Over the past 6 months there have been a number of analyses that have assessed the initial impact of the pandemic on our industry. These have focused on the financial aspects, the impact of employment and more importantly how the very essence of the book, as an “essential good”, was called into question. So, it is amazing that during this period, the SDG Publishers Compact was not only launched but gained incredible momentum to hit the 100th signatory milestone in less than a year. Clearly, publishers and publishing organizations recognized that we are uniquely positioned to drive progress towards achieving the SDGs by the deadline of 2030. Like our own Inclusive Publishing and Literacy Committee, these 100 signatories form a new community of likeminded organizations ready to demonstrate the power of the book and the value we contribute to society. When we asked the signatories about why they decided to sign up to the SDG Publishers Compact, many told us of a long history of positively contributing to society. Whether this is through the content they publish or their organization’s business practices. In every case, our values aligned with the UN’s vision for a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive future. To find out more about why the SDG Publishers Compact community continues to grow check out these testimonials below and consider signing up today. Source - international publishers association ]]> News 2 Mon, 07 26, 2021 11:14 am