SDG alignment supports organizations in identifying and aligning their strategy and actions with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contributing to their achievement at both global and local levels.
We recognize that the construction industry plays a pivotal role in advancing the SDGs. In Cyprus, the construction sector is a key driver of economic growth, supporting infrastructure development, community improvements and job creation. At the same time, the sector significantly influences resource use and environmental impacts. As highlighted by the United Nations, sustainable construction is essential to the 2030 Agenda, promoting resource efficiency, reducing emissions, and supporting resilient communities.
Our Approach and Selected SDGs'
At A&A Apostolides, we aim to align our operations and strategy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a structured and practical approach.
We identified the SDGs and targets most relevant to our operations, impacts, and strategic priorities. This included evaluating how our current initiatives contribute to SDG progress, how our long-term strategy influences outcomes, and where our activities may have both positive and negative impacts.
The selected SDGs were then mapped to our focus areas and strategy, ensuring full integration into our sustainability framework.
As a result of this process, we aim to align our efforts with the following 8 SDGs, where we have the greatest ability to contribute.
How We Aim to Contribute to the UN SDGs
- Operational Health and Safety (OHS) management systems – ISO 45001
- Strong safety culture through continuous trainings and awareness initiatives
- Measurable health and safety targets
- OHS requirements into key procurement processes
- OHS performance reports
- Responsible management of hazardous procedures and materials
- Construction of educational infrastructure and learning facilities
- Employee development initiatives
- Continuous learning through structured training targets
- Education access through scholarships and funding programs – De Minimis Program
- Equal opportunities and fair compensation practices
- Empower access to education through scholarship and financial assistance programs – De Minimis Program
- Commitment to the protection of labor rights and fair working conditions
- Occupational health and safety management systems – ISO 45001
- Workforce diversity and inclusion
- Responsible business conduct
- Accessible and affordable housing opportunities
- Balanced urban development in emerging and underserved areas
- Delivery of essential infrastructure
- Revitalization and upgrading of existing assets
- Integration of energy-efficient solutions in buildings
- Inclusive employment through internships, graduate programs, and youth engagement initiatives
- Fair and inclusive hiring practices and equal opportunities
- Formal employment with stable contracts and regulated working conditions
- Fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory compensation structures
- Safe and healthy working environments – ISO 45001, ISO 9001
- High-quality, resilient, and certified construction projects – BREEAM
- Affordable housing solutions
- Contribution to critical infrastructure
- Modernization of existing buildings
- Support for balanced and inclusive urban growth in emerging areas
- Integration of energy-efficient and sustainable solutions
- Efficient material planning and standardized practices
- ISO 14001 environmental management system
- Responsible construction waste management
- Material reuse and resource efficiency
- Recycling through approved channels
- Supplier/subcontractor engagement per ISO 45001 & ISO 9001
- Implementation of environmental management systems – ISO 14001
- Participation in infrastructure projects contributing to climate adaptation and water resilience
- Integration of environmental considerations into project planning and execution
- Environmental strategy