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Discover our members Participants 100+ activities Over 100 yearly events, trainings, meetings and programmes 350+ participants Over 350+ participants in Switzerland & Liechtenstein, and over 25'000+ worldwide 35+ industries Our participant base represents organisations from over 35 different industries ranging from aerospace to travel & leisure. 2 c ountries Our country network is active in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a busi ness-led, but multi-stakeholder initiative. Our participants include some of Switzerland and Liechtenstein’s biggest and most renowned companies, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, business associations, NGOs and academic institu tions. You will find below a full list of our current participants. Current participants Country Type Industry Join Year Reset Filters A Swiss humanitarian foundation "Asjeba Planting Your Future" Foundation Website AIESEC in Switzerland NGO Global Website APG|SGA AG Company Website Adecco Group Company Website Aprotec SA SME Website Argor-Heraeus SA Company Website Autoneum Holding AG Company Website Avolta AG Company Website ABALONE TT SWITZERLAND SME Website ALSO Holding AG Company Website ASSOCIATION POUR L'ASSURANCE QUALITE DE FABRICANTS DE BRACELETS CUIR Business Association Global Website Alvazzi Groupe SA Company Website Arbonia AG Company Website Ascom Holding AG Company Website Avallain AG SME Website BAUMANN Federn AG Company Website ABB Ltd. Company Website AOC AG Company Website Accelleron Industries AG Company Website Angst+Pfister Group Company Website Archroma Company Website Associazione Festival internazionale del film di Locarno SME Website Avaloq Evolution AG Company Website BDO AG Company Website Load more

Some non-business organizations are eligible to join our local network. Find out more. Joining as a Non-Business Participant The UN Global Compact (UNGC) is a multi-stakeholder initiative, and non-business organizations and institutions play a crucial role in fulfilling its mission to support companies in embedding corporate sustainability. Therefore, non-business organizations are also invited to join the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein. These include business associations, cities/municipalities, civil society organisations/non-governmental organisations, labour unions, public sector organisation and academic institutions, (including PRME members). Specific conditions apply for the admission of non-business organizations: The organization has been legally registered for at least two years Its mission aligns with the UN Global Compact and it does not fall under the exclusionary criteria Its activities provide clear valuet to our business participants, or there is a credible basis for collaboration It is willing to demonstrate its continued engagement by submitting the required Communication on Engagement (CoE) every two years Activities Non-Businesses can participate in • Webinars • Workshops • Selected in-person events (pizza networking events, Global Compact Dialogue, etc.) • Access to our ESG Regulations Navigator(https://esg-regulations-navigator.globalcompact.ch/) • Access to our Focus Areas (https://www.globalcompact.ch/focus-areas)resources • Access to tools and the UN Global Compact Library(https://www.globalcompact.ch/tools-resources) Find an overview on the activities here.(https://www.globalcompact.ch/benefits-of-joining) Expression of Interest To express your interest in joining the UN Global Compact, please submit the Expression of Interest (EOI) form for non-business organizations on the UN Global Compact website. You will need to provide the information listed on the right. Once your Expression of Interest is submitted, it will undergo a joint review by the UN Global Compact and the UN Global Compact Network Swizerland & Liechtenstein. This review assesses eligibility, mission alignment, and potential contribution to our goals. Please note that the full process can take up to 6 months from start to finish. Express your interest in joining Organizational information • Name of the organization • Website • Number of employees • Proof of registration • Responses to the Integrity Statement Mission-related questions Outline your organization’s mission, its alignment with the UN Global Compact, and your planned activities to support its mission. Contact point & highest level executive The primary contact point will ensure communication between your organization and the UN Global Compact. They will receive regular emails, including our newsletter, Communication on Engagement deadlines and updates on news and events. Application process Once you receive a positive response from us regarding your Expression of Interest, you are invited to initiate the actual application process. It includes: Letter of Commitment from the CEO Confirmation of submitting every two years a Communication on Engagement (CoE) Confirmation that any misuse of the UNGC brand and/or logo may result in termination of participation What is the Communication on Engagement (CoE)? The CoE is a public disclosure through which participants inform stakeholders about their efforts to support the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and about their engagement in the initiative. Through the CoE participants demonstrate their commitment to promote the implementation of the Ten Principles among businesses. The CoEs of all organisations are published on the UN Global Compact website . Annual financial contribution Helpful resources Joining Policy Rejoining Policy CoE Policy COE Preparation Contact person Luana Schuler Engagement Manager luana.schuler@globalcompact.ch

The UN Global Compact welcomes participation from a diverse group of business and non-business stakeholders committed to advancing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Join us Join the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative Benefits of joining Read More Communication on Progress Read More Joining as a Buisness Read More Logo Policy Read More Joining as a Non-Business Read More Do you have questions? Book a meeting

Reporting to stakeholders in a transparent and public manner is fundamental for companies committed to sustainability. To streamline reporting on the Ten Principles and the Sustainable Development Goals and support an evolving reporting marketplace, the UN Global Compact has launched a new COP process. Communication on Progress (CoP) Reporting to stakeholders in a transparent and public manner is fundamental for companies committed to sustainability. Your company’s annual Communication on Progress (CoP) is a key component of your commitment to the UN Global Compact.  In case of questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to tabea.boeglin@globalcompact.ch or cop-support@unglobalcompact.org . More general information on the CoP as well as further guidance and on-demand courses can be accessed below. Communication on Progress The Communication on Progress (CoP) is the accountability mechanism of the UN Global Compact. It is an annual and mandatory requirement for all business participants of the UN Global Compact. The submission period for the mandatory 2026 Communication on Progress (CoP) opens on 1 April 2026 and closes on 31 July 2026. For additional information, please refer to the 2026 CoP Policy, visit our CoP Readiness Hub or consult the resources at the bottom of this page. Measure and demonstrate progress to stakeholders and the public on the Ten Principles and the Sustainable Development Goals in a consistent and harmonized way. Build credibility and brand value by showing their commitment to the Ten Principles and the Sustainable Development Goals Receive insights, learn and continuously improve performance by showing their commitment to the Ten Principles and the Sustainable Development Goals Compare performance against peers through access to one of the largest sources of free, public and comparable corporate sustainability data Benefits of the Communication on Progress Requirements List Title The Communication on Progress (CoP) consists of two elements that must be submitted through the CoP digital platform: CEO Statement of Continued Support Publicly expressing your company’s ongoing commitment to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact at the highest level. The statement is a standardized template that is signed electronically. CoP Questionnaire and/or Sustainability Report Reporting  on corporate action and performance related to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and the Sustainable Development Goals.  *For the 2026 reporting year, a sustainability report uploaded through the digital platform can still be submitted in lieu of the CoP Questionnaire. Please reference the 2026 CoP Policy  for more information. Deadlines The 2026 CoP submission period is from 1 April 2026 at 15:00 CEST to 31 July 2026 at 23:00 CEST. The CoP is an annual, mandatory requirement for all business participants of the UN Global Compact. New joiners do not need to submit a CoP until the year after joining. For example, participants joining the Global Compact in 2026 do not need to submit a CoP until 2027.
 Participants, excluding new joiners, that fail to submit a 2026 CoP within the submission period will be listed as ‘non-communicating’ on their participant profile after the deadline has passed. ‘Non-communicating ’ participants that do not submit a CoP by 31 December 2026 will be delisted  from the UN Global Compact on 1 January 2027. Preparing your Communication on Progress Review the CoP Questionnaire to understand which data needs to be collected. Use the CoP Guidebook for support in answering the questionnaire, such as calculation guidance and a glossary of key terms. Optional: complete the CoP Questionnaire as a draft using the Excel or PDF version. Begin your data collection process on time using supporting CoP materials on the CoP Academy page and the CoP Data Checklist . Ensure that you have access to the UN Global Compact dashboard . Refer to the User's Guide to learn how to request credentials. Submitting your Communication on Progress Complete the CoP Questionnaire on our platform, accessible via your UN Global Compact Dashboard . Note that the Excel file and PDF cannot be uploaded and that the CEO Statement of Continued Support is integrated into the platform and does not require a separate file. Participants are welcome to include supplementary materials in their CoP submission. Please note that such materials, along with the rest of the CoP, will be publicly available upon submission. Once submitted, the CoP will be available to be downloaded as a PDF file by the participant via the digital platform. Additionally, all CoPs will be publicly available to view on each respective participant profile. Please note that all data, including supplemental documentation that was submitted by a participating company through the CoP digital platform, will be made publicly available on the UN Global Compact website. This data may be used by the UN Global Compact in aggregate form to present trends or included in reports about the status of corporate sustainability. The UN Global Compact does not have any responsibility on the accuracy of the data submitted by its participating companies nor on how this public data will be used by other stakeholders. Visualize aggregated CoP Data Launched in 2024, the CoP Data Visualisation Tool offers insights into progress being made in advancing the Ten Principles. Composed of CoP Questionnaire submissions since 2023, these publicly available dashboards offer insights into the progress of UN Global Compact business participants in advancing the Ten Principles. View the instructional video here . Explore data Access here CoP Mapping based on the European Sustainability Reporting Standards Compare with the CoP Mapping relevant reporting standards such as ESRS, CSRD or CDP with the CoP. Utilise synergies, overlaps and differences between the CoP and other reporting frameworks. Overview of Resources CoP Policies • 2026 Communication on Progress Policy(https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6305) • Communication on Progress Amendment Policy(https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6201) Questionnaire & Guidance • 2026 CoP Questionnaire (https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6342)(PDF/Excel) • 2025 to 2026 Changes (https://academy.unglobalcompact.org/course/3950223/module/7518304/Scorm?LPId=0&Review=False&Reattempt=True)(log into your Academy account) • CoP Questionnaire Guidebook (https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6341) • CEO Statement Template (https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6142) • CoP Data Compilation Checklist(https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Oh4Q3jjDGg7jPNJOjOPNAiMbdAvZeKTrPtWad5SH5LM/edit?slide=id.g3963b3605d0_0_1#slide=id.g3963b3605d0_0_1) • 2026 Step-by-Step Submission Guide(https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1gKwuWNJRAkNYsEiopDKVlntcU_P74lSZMWaZ-l7lsic/edit?usp=sharing) CoP Data Viz Resources • Data Visualization Tools (https://unglobalcompact.org/participation/report/cop-data) • CoP Data Viz FAQ (https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6283) • Data Viz Instructional Video (https://app.storylane.io/share/71tdxiehvpha) Frequently asked questions (FAQ) • CoP FAQ(https://help.unglobalcompact.org/s/topic/0TOUS0000003zBq4AI/communication-on-progress) • CoP Data Viz Tools - FAQ Library(https://unglobalcompact.org/library/6283) CoP Webinar Recordings • Introduction & Update on the CoP |(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pk4r2iZUc8c) April 2026 • CoP Deep Dive (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaM5-h4mz44)| June 2025 For further information watch our CoP introduction webinar , visit t he CoP Readiness Hub on the Academy or find further details below. Upcoming Events CoP Office Hours The UN Global Compact regularly hosts CoP Office Hours, where they update participants on the latest CoP updates and answer questions Register here Contact person Tabea Böglin Programmes Manager Social Sustainability, ESG Reporting and Regulations tabea.boeglin@globalcompact.ch

Join the bigget corporate sustainability initiative. Joining as a Business Participant No matter your size or sector, we can help you drive impact on specific goals, scale ambitious action, make measurable progress and communicate it through a trusted reporting framework. With easy access to training, tools and support, along with global reach and multi-stakeholder connections, joining the UN Global Compact (UNGC) will help you deliver measurable impact to the world’s most pressing challenges. Our participants include for example: Large multinational companies with operations in several countries Small companies that act locally but are also part in an international supply chain Businesses that rely heavily on suppliers based in markets where sustainability norms are sub-standard Our participants represent diverse industry sectors, from construction and materials to financial services, support services, computers and electronics. See how participants benefit Before starting your application process Review the business application handbook for a detailed overview on the joining process and review the requirements that come with a UNGC participation. Application handbook General expectation of companies that join the UN Global Compact They are committing to: • Operate responsibly by embedding the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact into strategies and operations • Take bold, innovative action to achieve UN initiatives such as Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement • Advance the case for responsible business practices through advocacy and engagement with peers, partners, employees, clients, consumers, and the public at large Communication on Progress (CoP) The Communication on Progress (CoP) is the accountability mechanism of the UN Global Compact. It is an annual and mandatory requirement for all business participants. It consists of a: • CoP Questionnaire and/or Sustainability Report • CEO Statement of Continued Support More details can be found here.(/communication-on-progress) Financial commitment All participants pay an annual contribution fee to access all programmes and services offered on both global and local level. The contributions are also used to further develop the programmatic and activities. Financial contributions are applied based on business type and annual revenue. See the table further below on this page. Exclusionary criteria To ensure the UN Global Compact policies and practices safeguard the integrity and reputation of the United Nations and the values it upholds, the initiative maintains a few exceptions that restrict participation. Applicants that meet the following exclusionary criteria cannot join the UN Global Compact: • Subject to a UN sanction • Listed on the UN Ineligible Vendors List for ethical reasons • Derive revenue from the production, sale and/or transfer of antipersonnel landmines or cluster bombs • Derive revenue from the production and/or manufacturing of tobacco Step 1: Apply online Complete the online application form. If you are a Swiss subsidiary of a transnational company that is already a UNGC participant , please identify this in the online application. Before filling out the form, please have the following information ready: Basic company information inclucuding number of employees and annual gross revenue in USD Contact information for your company’s primary UNGC contact point Contact information for the CEO who will sign an automatically generated Letter of Commitment Contact information for a financial contact person Proof of official company registration (e.g., an extract from the commercial register in PDF format). Complete the application form Please note that for micro-businesses (less than 10 employees), decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis which can take up to 6 months from start to finish. Step 2: Digitally sign the Letter of Commitment The Letter of Commitment is a statement of your organization committing to implement the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, take action in support of the Sustainable Development Goals and submit an annual Communication on Progress (CoP) . This letter is automatically generated once you go through the application form. This Letter of Commitment is signed by your company's highest-level executive (CEO or equivalent) and is addressed to the UN Secretary-General. Step 3: Pay your contribution Once your application has been accepted, you will receive an invoice from the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein and be able to access all offerings at the global and country network levels. All business participants are obligated to pay their respective annual contribution fee to access all programmes and services offered. The UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein will invoice, collect, manage, and retain all fees from business participants with an annual gross sales/revenue of less than USD 50 million, and subsidiaries of UN Global Compact business participants. Annual financial contribution How your annual financial contributions is used within the UNGC Annual financial contributions from business participants with an annual gross sales/revenue of above USD 50 million will be shared between: 1) Our Country Network: UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein (GCNSL) - Country Network Fee. 2) Our Head Office: UN Global Compact (through the Foundation for the Global Compact) - Global Network Fee*. The United Nations Global Compact is supported by the Foundation for the Global Compact, a U.S.-based non-profit that exists solely to provide vital financial, operational, and programmatic assistance to the work of the UN Global Compact. Your annual contribution is used to deliver programmes and participant services in collaboration with Global Compact Country Networks. *The Global Network fee is invoiced and collected in the name and for the account of the Global Compact Office and the Foundation for the Global Compact: 685 Third Avenue, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10017 United States of America. Please note that you will be receiving only one invoice. Helpful resources Joining Policy Integrity Policy Delisting & Rejoining Policy Contact person Luana Schuler Engagement Manager luana.schuler@globalcompact.ch

Digital learning platform for all employees of participating companies UN Global Compact Academy Digital learning platform for all employees of participating companies The Academy is the UN Global Compact’s digital learning platform to help companies move further faster in implementing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and the Sustainable Development Goals. Through innovative learning experiences across key topics and languages, the Academy offers a variety of online courses in different formats relevant to your specific challenges and needs, regardless of corporate function or where you are on your sustainability journey. Gain actionable insights and best practices from world-class experts, changemakers and practioners. New Academy content is available on a regular basis. Browse our Academy Course Catalogue to discover all available offerings. Visit the 2026 Academy Catalogue Don't forget that all employees of companies participating in the UN Global Compact have unlimited access to the Academy. Services ABOUT THE ACADEMY Discover how the Academy can help your company and all your employees drive sustainability and impact. Learn More ACADEMY COURSES Explore courses offering practical guidance on today’s most pressing sustainability issues - from beginner to advanced. Learn More RECORDINGS OF PAST WEBINARS Access on the Academy webinar recordings from the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein. Access ACADEMY USER GUIDE Whether you are a UNGC participant or exploring limited access, this guide helps you get the most out of the Academy. Learn More LOG INTO ACADEMY CREATE ACCOUNT Learning Experiences Engage in live sessions, e-learning courses, and curated learning paths that will help you learn key sustainability concepts and skills anytime, anywhere. To help you navigate our platform, Academy learning experiences are organized according to your needs: Foundations: Gain a foundational introduction to a topic and step-by-step guides for corporate action. Everything you need to get started. Deep dives : Narrow in on a specific topic, industry, function or geography with opportunities to start applying learning within your company Changemaker series : Learn from, and connect with, some of the most innovative and influential people working in or with business during these live conversations In-practice exchange: Explore and learn leading practices from companies in your region.

Participants of the UN Global Compact are entitled to use the “We Support” (Endorser) logo. It can be used, for example, on websites and relevant print materials to communicate your commitment to the initiative and raise awareness of the UN Global Compact. Logo Policy While the UN Global Compact logo is for use by our initiative only, we encourage participants to use the Endorser "We Support" logo. It can be used, for example, on websites and relevant print materials to communicate your commitment to the initiative and raise awareness of the UN Global Compact. To use the Endorser logo, you must submit an official request using the online logo request system and you will need to indicate where and how the logo would be used. Every use of the Endorser logo requires prior permission. To use the authorized Endorser logo, an organisation must: Be an active participant of the UN Global Compact, with an active CoP/CoE status; and Non-business organisations must have submitted a CoE. Please note that the following conditions apply: The logo must be placed in such a manner that it is clear from the context to which organisation the “We” refers. The logo may not be sub-licensed to any other entity without the prior written consent of the UN Global Compact. The logo and UN Global Compact name are not to be used in any manner that suggests or implies that the UN Global Compact has endorsed or approved of the activities, products, and/or services of the organization, or that the UN Global Compact is the source of any such activities, products or services. Generally, per the Brand Guidelines, a participant’s logo should not be placed on the same level as the Endorser logo. Permission to use the Endorser logo lapses if the participant is delisted from the UN Global Compact. Participants and stakeholders that have been authorized to use the Endorser logo on their website are strongly encouraged to link the logo to the UN Global Compact homepage at www.unglobalcompact.org . When using the Endorser logo with permission, please strictly adhere to the guidelines regarding its reproduction, display and spacing as outlined in the UN Global Compact Brand Guidelines . If you would like to share your engagement with the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein on your channels with encourage you to use the text provided in this boilerplate and logo usage document . Full Logo Policy

Discover the benefits of joining the UN Global Compact and committing to sustainable business Benefits of joining The UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein (GCNSL) provides you with guidance to commit, assess, define, implement, measure and communicate your sustainability efforts. By being part of our initiative, you benefit from many capacity building offerings, exchange & peer learning opportunities, helpful tools and resources, as well as individual support . Business (incl. subsidiaries) Non-Business Capacity Building Events & Webinars Webinars, workshops and more to enhance your knowledge and expand your network. Accelerator Programmes Training programmes on specific areas e.g. Business & Human Rights, Climate Ambition, SDG Ambition, Target Gender Equality, and more. UN Global Compact Academy Virtual courses and e-learnings accessible to all your employees. By request Peer Learning Exchange & Peer Learning Facilitated peer learning & sharing opportunities for companies on topics like climate, ESG Regulations, SMEs, nature, human rights and sustainable supply chain. By request Tools & Resources ESG Regulations Navigator Helping you to quickly understand key legal requirements, applicability, and deadlines of current ESG regulations that may impact your business. AI Materiality Tool Helping small- and medium-sized enterprises and beginners accelerate sustainabilty by focusing on the areas with the biggest impact. UN Global Compact Library Various other online tools and resources in the areas of gender, living wage, human rights, sustainable procurement, transformational governance and many more. Support Participant Liaison for coordination related to GCNSL programmes Your main contact for support with your participation in the UN Global Compact. Coaching Session Individual session on the application of the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and Sustainable Development Goals The GCNSL does not offer consultancy services beyond participation in the association’s collective programmes & resources. Learn more about how to join See our current acitivities

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The CoP mapping enables a comparison between the ESRS and the UN Global Compact Communication on Progress (CoP) as well as other reporting frameworks and regulatory requirements. It shows overlaps and synergies and contains an overview of definitions.​ CoP Mapping The CoP mapping enables a comparison between the ESRS and the UN Global Compact Communication on Progress (CoP) as well as other reporting frameworks and regulatory requirements. It shows overlaps and synergies and contains an overview of definitions. Based on the European Sustainability Reporting Standards, the mapping compares the following reporting frameworks and standards: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) / European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) Communication on Progress of the UN Global Compact Supply Chain Act (LkSG) Germany Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) The CoP mapping was developed by UN Global Compact Networks. In case of questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to info@globalcompact.ch. More general information on the CoP as well as further guidance and on-demand courses can be accessed here .

Wherever you are on your sustainability journey, you will find relevant events, trainings and resources to help you accelerate progress. Leistungen What we offer Ways to engage As a particpiant of the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein, your company can access a wide range of UN Global Compact activities, training programmes, tools, resources and networking opportunities. Wherever you are on your sustainability journey, you will find relevant resources to help you accelerate progress. Are you an SME? Visit here our SME Hub for curated offerings. Local Events & Webinars Participate in different local webinars, workshops and networking events to enhance your knowledge and expand your network. Next Accelerator Programmes Accelerate your sustainability progress on specific goals relevant to your company with our training programmes. Next Exchange & Peer Learning Join our many learning communities connect, share, and learn from each other on a global, regional and local level. Next Academy Get unlimited access to the UN Global Compact Academy and benefit from virtual trainings & e-learnings accessible to all your employees. Next Tools & Resources Get access to useful tools and the UN Global Compact library for additional resources on relevant sustainability topics. Next Focus Areas Click on a Focus Area to find relevant trainings, resources and tools. The Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact Environment Social Governance Sustainable Development Goals Sustainability Regulations & Reporting Additional opportunities Sustainable Supply Chain Management FORWARD FASTER INTIATIVE Set ambitious goals in 5 areas of action that have the power to accelerate progress across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals, and where the private sector can collectively make the biggest, fastest impact by 2030. Learn more Would you like to contribute? We welcome contributions from our participants. If you're interested in getting involved and sharing your expertise in an event or other ways, please fill out the form linked below. Our team will review your submission and reach out to discuss the next steps. Learn more