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For Telecom Liechtenstein, managing supply chain risks is central to ensuring reliable communication services while meeting growing environmental, social and governance expectations. As a small but nationally significant provider, the company demonstrates how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can address complex risks even without a centralized strategic procurement or legal department. Who is Telecom Liechtenstein? Based in Vaduz and fully owned by the State of Liechtenstein, Telecom Liechtenstein works with more than 500 suppliers and handles nearly 7'000 deliveries and service engagements per year—spanning Liechtenstein, Switzerland and global markets. Operating within the European economic area, the company must comply with both Swiss and EU requirements, adding further responsibilities to its procurement processes. Its agile organizational structure gives each operational circle full responsibility for supplier decisions and compliance. ESG issues are coordinated through a dedicated Community of Practice, enabling the SME to manage risks without centralized functions. A Hands-On Multi-Angle Approach to Sustainability Environmental Risks in the Supply Chain Telecommunication networks rely on energy‑intensive infrastructure and complex hardware supply chains. Telecom Liechtenstein faces environmental impacts such as high electricity consumption, CO₂ emissions from network technology, raw material extraction for devices, e‑waste from short innovation cycles and land use during network expansions. These dependencies also create risks: rising energy prices, unsustainable procurement and climate‑related network disruptions. To address these risks, the SME focuses on renewable energy use, environmental criteria in supplier selection, refurbishment and reuse practices, infrastructure sharing, supply diversification and ongoing supplier reviews. Business continuity strategies further help manage climate‑related disruptions. Social Risks and Responsibilities The company’s supply chain involves hardware manufacturing and raw material extraction, often associated with human rights, labour, and safety risks. Additional social factors include occupational safety among subcontractors, digital inclusion in rural areas and strong data protection requirements. Typical risks include poor working conditions at Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers, accidents during construction, and potential data breaches. Telecom Liechtenstein mitigates these risks through supplier selection requirements, education and compliance guidelines for external workers, ISO 27001 certification, mandatory certifications for construction partners, contractual audit rights and ensuring connectivity strategies include underserved regions. Governance Risks in a Regulated Environment Operating across international regulatory frameworks creates governance challenges, including low supply chain transparency, reliance on key suppliers and compliance with export controls, sanctions and supply chain laws. The SME addresses these risks through structured supplier selection, diversification, clear internal responsibilities, country risk and sanctions screening, adherence to international standards, and possible on‑site audits. Why Telecom Liechtenstein joined the UN Global Compact Following their commitment to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and the validation of their targets in line with the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement, joining the UN Global Compact marked another important step. "It reflects our commitment to greater transparency and underscores our dedication to openly communicating our goals and actively promoting dialogue on these socially relevant issues." Advice for other SMEs Telecom Liechtenstein uses its Owner Strategy, Code of Conduct and General Terms and Conditions of Purchase to embed ESG considerations into daily operations. Six‑monthly supplier reviews of key suppliers, contract management processes, regulatory checks and lifecycle management ensure risks are continuously monitored and addressed. The SME states that while no SME can manage every challenge simultaneously, structured processes and clear responsibilities enable meaningful progress in supply chain risk management. Conclusion A sustainable supply chain and business conduct is not built through a single initiative, but through a consistent multi-angle approach that integrates environmental, social and governance considerations into everyday decision-making. The example of Telecom Liechtenstein shows that even within the constraints of an SME, it is possible to identify complex risks, translate them into structured actions and continuously refine processes over time. For other SMEs, the key takeaway is not perfection, but progress. Clear priorities, defined responsibilities and regular review mechanisms can turn sustainability from an abstract goal into a practical management tool. If you are an SME and interested in inspiring fellow SMEs with your sustainability success story, do not hesitate to contact our Sustainability Advisor via email: fabio.gfeller@globalcompact.ch. Disclaimer: The SME Stories are intended strictly for learning purposes and do not constitute an endorsement of the individual companies. Unless otherwise indicated, the content is not intended to reflect the official positions, views or opinions of the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The case study does not make any assessment of whether the companies presented fully align with the UN Global Compact Ten Principles. The aim is rather to demonstrate the feasibility of sustainability management and to offer SMEs suggestions for their own implementation. 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From the hazelnut fields across the world to conscious consumers in Europe, yourharvest's story is one of connection and responsibility. With a clear commitment to responsible sourcing and long-term collaboration, the company demonstrates how small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can drive meaningful change in complex supply chains. What began as a simple procurement operation has grown into a movement for fair working conditions, ecological farming, and child protection. A yourharvest employee in the hazelnut field with their partner and a farmer. Who is yourharvest? Yourharvest is a trusted procurement partner for customized, plant-based food products sourced from around the world. Their extensive global network connects sustainability-minded European customers with organic and responsibly producing partners in the countries of origin. By bridging these worlds, yourharvest ensures that sustainable products reach the market while fostering long-term, ethical relationships across their entire supply chain. "Happy Hazelnut" - a programme against child labour in the hazelnut supply chain Sustainability is a deeply layered topic, one that requires focus, prioritization, and a clear understanding of where the greatest risks and impacts lie. More than ten years ago, a risk analysis revealed significant concerns about child labour in the hazelnut supply chain. Rather than looking away, yourharvest took decisive action and launched the Happy Hazelnut programme together with long-standing partners and customers. This initiative promotes ecological hazelnut farming and combats child labour through a combination of fair pay, improved living conditions, and opportunities for education and childcare. Thanks to this project, yourharvest has been able to: Pay fair wages to 130 farmers and 500 harvest workers Provide decent accommodation with sanitary facilities to improve health and safety Prevent child labour by establishing a supervised summer school for around 30 children of harvest workers Children of harvest workers enjoying summer school. Through Happy Hazelnut, yourharvest demonstrates that responsible sourcing can go hand in hand with social impact and transparency. To them, the essence of the project is about: Better living conditions Fair wages for farmers and harvest workers Organic farming of hazelnuts The prevention of child labour However, the project not only helps the workers and children, but it also brings about significant advantages for the SME. It strengthens relationships and trust with suppliers through regular, on-the-ground collaboration and provides an established programme that meets the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSRDDD) requirements, which yourharvest can offer to customers. Moreover, the collaboration with their customers allows them to agree on minimum quantities and gain economic security. Despite the project's success, recent years have also brought challenges such as inflation and a general reluctance among some customers to pay for sustainable products, even amid stricter supply chain regulations such as the Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz (LkSG) and CSRDDD. Furthermore, rising cocoa prices put significant price pressure on other chocolate ingredients, such as hazelnuts. Yet yourharvest remains steadfast in its mission, proving that sustainability requires both perseverance and partnership. To learn more about the Happy Hazelnut programme, watch their YouTube video or visit their website or LinkedIn profile. Why yourharvest joined the UN Global Compact The SME joined the UN Global Compact to structure and strengthen its sustainability work around the Ten Principles of responsible business. These principles provide clear guidance on human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption. All essential areas for any business looking to manage complex global supply chains responsibly. In addition to that, the UN Global Compact offers something invaluable according to yourharvest: access to a global network of like-minded organizations and practical trainings. "Sustainability requires exchange and continuous learning", the company explains, and as they have shown, it is that spirit of collaboration which drives their ongoing commitment to improvement. Advice for other SMEs Yourharvest emphasizes that sustainability requires foresight and a person in the company who thinks long-term and can inspire others. Their advice to other SMEs is to integrate sustainability into operational processes so that it becomes part of everyone's daily work. They also recommend joining networks and platforms such as the UN Global Compact or Ecovadis to connect, learn, and make sustainability efforts more visible. Conclusion Their story shows that true sustainability is not achieved through isolated actions, but through collaboration, courage, and long-term commitment. By identifying risks, taking responsibility, and engaging partners at every level, yourharvest has built a model that combines ethical sourcing with tangible social impact. Even in challenging times, their example proves that doing business responsibly is not only possible, it is essential for a sustainable future. We are looking forward to seeing how yourharvest's sustainability journey will progress and are excited to help them along the way. If you are an SME and interested in inspiring fellow SMEs with your sustainability success story, do not hesitate to contact our Sustainability Advisor via email: fabio.gfeller@globalcompact.ch . Disclaimer: The SME Stories are intended strictly for learning purposes and do not constitute an endorsement of the individual companies. Unless otherwise indicated, the content is not intended to reflect the official positions, views or opinions of the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The case study does not make any assessment of whether the companies presented fully align with the UN Global Compact Ten Principles. The aim is rather to demonstrate the feasibility of sustainability management and to offer SMEs suggestions for their own implementation. Photo credits: yourharvest AG

At the end of September, organizations across Switzerland and Liechtenstein once again raised the SDG Flag to demonstrate their commitment to a more sustainable future and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The UN Global Compact Switzerland & Liechtenstein team This year’s SDG Flag Day was particularly special as it not only marked 10 years since the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 193 UN member states, but also the UN Global Compact's 25th anniversary . What began in 2000 with just 44 companies has since grown into the world’s largest corporate sustainability movement, with over 22'000 participants in more than 160 countries. The Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and the SDGs remain a crucial roadmap to address human rights, protect the planet, and tackle inequalities. But today, we face the sobering reality that only 35% of the Goals are currently on track or making modest gains according to the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025 . In this context, the role of business is more important than ever. Over the past 25 years, the UN Global Compact has united businesses, governments, and civil society to support companies embedding sustainability into corporate strategy by providing a platform for collaboration, innovation, and accountability to drive meaningful action on the SDGs and build more resilient and inclusive economies. The SDG Flag Day is a global visual expression of this commitment. Since 2023, over 300 flags have been raised across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, with participation from multinational corporations, SMEs, municipalities, and universities. Additionally, many have shown their support digitally through virtual flags on platforms like LinkedIn. However, the initiative is more than a visual symbol - it is a call to action. By raising the flag, organizations publicly affirm their support for sustainable development and inspire others to join the movement. A special thank you to all the organizations that participated in this year’s SDG Flag Day and contributed to its success. It was inspiring to see the creative and thoughtful ways in which sustainability was brought to life - through awareness campaigns, employee engagement, community events, and stakeholder involvement. Whether through physical flags or virtual participation, your actions sent a clear and powerful message: we are #TogetherForTheSDGs. Below are some highlights and impressions from participants and partners of the Switzerland and Liechtenstein network. Would you like to include your images? Please email us and we will gladly add it to our gallery: info@globalcompact.ch Photo credits: The organizations shared their photos with us and granted permission to feature them in this article. Photo credits belong to the respective organizations.

We offer you initial starting points, support, and guidance on the topic of living wage. Living Wages Through their commitment to living wages, companies can enable workers worldwide to enjoy a decent standard of living. Labour poverty caused by low wages is a global problem and is widespread in different sectors. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), in 2019, more than 630 million workers worldwide - almost one in five, or 19 percent of all employees - did not earn enough to lift themselves and their families out of extreme or moderate poverty. Companies can use their influence along their supply and value chains to advocate for living wages across all sectors and enable a decent standard of living for workers worldwide. In addition to making an important social contribution, living wages also represent an investment in core businesses, value chains, and the broader operating environment for many companies. They also enable companies to fulfill their human rights obligations better. This is because legislation is increasingly demanding that companies pay decent wages. Benefit from the many resources provided by the UN Global Compact to advance your living wage efforts. E-LEARNINGS & RECORDINGS Choose from a wide range of e-learning courses and recordings on a variety of topics relevant to your organization's needs. TOOLS & PUBLICATIONS Access resources such as guides, toolkits, and publications to take the next step on your sustainability journey. TRAINING PROGRAMMES & EXCHANGES Accelerate your sustainability progress on specific goals by participating in our training programmes or exchange groups. Resources on the topic of 'Living Wages' Click on the tabs to access the relevant resources. E-Learnings/Recordings Tools & Publications Training Programmes & Exchanges Deep Dive Series on Living Wage This three-part Living Wage Series offers companies and non-business stakeholders an introduction to key components of a living wage. Next How to Ensure a Living Wage for All Employees This recording introduces the concept of a living wage as an essential aspect of decent work and responsible business. Next Understand and Implementing Living Wages Along Companies’ Value Chains The session shows how a living wage can ensure that workers, families and communities are able to live in dignity as well as contribute to the long-term sustainability of your organization. Accessible on the Academy. Next Living Wage Analysis Tool The tool helps companies identify actions and further opportunities to provide a living wage to ensure all workers, families and communities can live in dignity. Next Roadmap on Living Wage In a 5-step approach, this platform builds tangible solutions to secure living wages in supply chains. Next Achieving the Living Wage Ambition Guide to successfully implement a living wage programme in a company’s business system. Next Improving Wages to Advance Decent Work in Supply Chains This guide identifies practical steps that companies can take as they navigate complex wage issues in their supply chains. Next Living Wage Peer Learning Group The group provides a safe space for companies to share practices and challenges, focusing on living wages through facilitated sessions, curated resources, and discussions. Next Reset Filters Upcoming events We regularly offer various events and webinars on social topics. Click the buttons below to view our upcoming events. Current events on 'Social' All our events Living Wage is one of 5 key areas of action that have the power to accelerate progress across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Learn about Forward Faster Contact person Alice Harbach-Forel Head of Programmes alice.harbach@globalcompact.ch

Learn about the Ten Prinicples of the UN Global Compact in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. THE TEN PRINCIPLES of the UN Global Compact Corporate sustainability starts with a company’s value system and a principles-based approach to doing business. This means operating in ways that, at a minimum, meet fundamental responsibilities in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption . Responsible businesses enact the same values and principles wherever they have a presence, and know that good practices in one area do not offset harm in another. By incorporating the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact into strategies, policies and procedures, and establishing a culture of integrity, companies are not only upholding their basic responsibilities to people and planet, but also setting the stage for long-term success. The Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact are derived from: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights , the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work , the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development , and the United Nations Convention Against Corruption . Principle 1 : Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights; and Principle 2 : make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses. Principle 3 : Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining. Principle 4 : the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour; Principle 5 : the effective abolition of child labour; and Principle 6 : the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation. Principle 7 : Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges; Principle 8 : undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility; and Principle 9 : encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies. Principle 10 : Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery. Resources on the Ten Principles Click on the tabs to access the relevant resources. E-Learnings/Recordings Tools & Publications Virtual Open House Gives an overview on the UN Global Compact’s principles, methods and instruments. Next Global Greenwashing On-Demand Course This course is designed to anyone who wants to craft credible ESG narratives, identify and avoid greenwashing pitfalls and build trust through responsible communication. Participants receive a 20% discount. Next How to Develop a Sustainability Strategy This introductory webinar shows how to develop a future-oriented sustainability strategy compatible with the UNGC requirements. Access the recording and slides in our Academy. Next OECD e-Learning Academy on Responsible Business Conduct Provides an opportunity to advance you knowledge of responsible business conduct and OECD risk-based due diligence. Next CSR Risk Check Tool that provides a short check for companies to find out which international CSR risks their business activities are exposed to and how to manage them. Next UN Global Compact Management Model A practical guide, comprised of six management steps helping companies of all sizes to evolve their sustainability efforts. Next SME Compass This online portal offers two tools specifically targeted at SMEs showing how to respect the environment and human rights in your company and along the supply chain. Next OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct Recommendations by governments to enhance the business contribution to sustainable development and address adverse impacts associated with business activities. Next OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct Provides practical support to organizations on the implementation of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises by providing plain-language explanations of its due diligence recommendations. Next Upcoming Events 2 June 2026 Webinar | Online Ten Principles Impact Valuation in Practice Learn More 10 June 2026 Event | Satigny Ten Principles 2026 General Assembly & Global Compact Dialogue Learn More 27 August 2026 Peer Learning | Zurich Ten Principles SME Exchange Group | Session 2 Learn More 22 September 2026 Event | Basel Ten Principles Nachhaltigkeit als Resilienzstrategie für KMU Learn More 22 September 2026 Event | New York Ten Principles Leaders Summit 2026 Learn More 1 December 2026 Peer Learning | Online Ten Principles SME Exchange Group | Session 3 Learn More Contact person Alice Harbach-Forel Head of Programmes alice.harbach@globalcompact.ch

Access a wide range of e-learning, recordings, tools, training programmes & exchange opportunities to drive climate action forward. Climate Global emissions are at their highest level in human history and continue to rise. Today, climate change is impacting economies, supply chains and communities around the globe, with the most vulnerable populations at the frontlines of the crisis. The good news is that we still have time to act. The environmental principles of the UN Global Compact provide an entry point for business to address key environmental challenges. They apply to areas such as research, innovation, co-operation, education, and self-regulation. These principles can positively influence the large negative effects of human activity on the environment, such as environmental degradation, and damage to the planet’s life support systems. Companies need to focus their efforts on deep decarbonization, reaching net-zero by 2050 at the latest. At the same time, companies must anchor their sustainability practices in a rights- and principles-based approach and ensure that their mitigation and adaptation measures do not deepen inequalities but contribute to climate justice through a just transition. The private sector has never been better equipped to tackle the climate emergency. We offer a wide range of resources including e-learning & webinar recordings, tools & publications and training programmes as well as exchange opportunities to drive climate action forward. E-LEARNINGS & RECORDINGS Choose from a wide range of e-learning courses and recordings on a variety of topics relevant to your organization's needs. TOOLS & PUBLICATIONS Access resources such as guides, toolkits, and publications to take the next step on your sustainability journey. TRAINING PROGRAMMES & EXCHANGES Accelerate your sustainability progress on specific goals by participating in our training programmes or exchange groups. Resources on the topic of 'Climate' Click on the tabs to access the relevant resources. E-Learnings/Recordings Tools & Publications Training Programmes & Exchanges Climate Action for Business This series provides businesses with a comprehensive understanding of both their impacts on climate change and climate change's impact on their businesses. Access the recordings and slides in our Academy. Next Why Air Pollution Matters to Business A new foundational, 60-minute Clean Air e-learning Academy course on Clean Air developed in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Stockholm Environment Institute. Next Corporate Climate Management A webinar series that supports companies in introducing and establishing a holistic climate management system. The recordings and slides are accessible through our Academy. Next Setting Science-Based Targets A collection of e-learning modules developed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to help guide companies through every step of target setting and preparing for validation. Next The Net-Zero Standard 20min course on how to set long-term science-based net-zero targets consistent with limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. For non-participant access, click here . Next Taking Action on Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Scopes 1, 2 and 3 Learning plan you with foundational knowledge and tools you need to measure, manage and reduce your greenhouse gas emissions in line with a 1.5C pathway. Next SBTi Sector Exchanges A virtual series that aims to support companies' understanding of sector-specific guidanc and overcome sector-specific challenges as well as foster the exchange of good practices. Next SBTi Supplier Engagement Training This training helps companies address scope 3 emissions by engaging their supply chains to set science-based targets. Next Climate-Proofing Your Business: Strategy Planning for Adaption This session will provide companies with the tools to get started on climate adaptation. Next Corporate Climate Action A step-by-step guide on how to strategically analyze and reduce GHG emissions. Next SBTi Resources: Getting Started Guide Guidance to support companies in setting near-term and net-zero science-based targets aligned with the SBTi criteria. Next Financial Institutions Net-Zero Standard The SBTi has launched its Financial Institutions Net-Zero Standard. It addresses key climate challenges and focuse on the most emission-intensive activities. Next UN Guiding Principles Reporting Framework Comprehensive guidance for companies to report on human rights issues in line with the UN Guiding Principles. Next Practical Guide: Climate Transition Plans for Companies This guide created by the UN Global Compact network Austria offers companies and organizations a roadmap for developing their Climate Transition Plans. Next Report: Supercharging the new energy era This report provides a high-level synthesis of the state of play of accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels to clean energy, with a focus on the roles of renewables, electrification, and energy efficiency. Next Corporate Footprint Calculator This tool is provided by the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment to assist organisations in accounting for their carbon footprint and associated greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (in German, French & Italian). Next The Climate Dictionary The Climate Dictionary is an initiative that simplifies climate change concepts, bridging the gap between scientific jargon and the general public to make them accessible and relatable for all. Next The Adapt+ Funding Programme (Federal Office for the Environment FOEN) Submit your project by the end of August 2025 to receive funding through Adapt+, a Swiss Confederation initiative that supports innovative climate adaptation solutions that help building a more resilient Switzerland. Next Climate Ambition Accelerator 6-month training programme supporting companies in setting Science Based Targets. Next Climate Exchange Group A platform to exchange, learn and collaborate with peers in the field of climate topics. Next EU Peer Learning Group on Climate Knowledge-sharing platform on corporate climate action to discuss common challenges and success stories of leading European companies. Contact our team for more information: anna.eiperle@globalcompact.ch Next Reset Filters Upcoming events We regularly offer various events and webinars on environment topics. Click the buttons below to view our upcoming events. Current events on 'Environment' All our events Climate Action is one of 5 key areas that have the power to accelerate progress across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Learn about Forward Faster Contact person Anna Eiperle Programmes Manager Environment & SDGs anna.eiperle@globalcompact.ch