How to get started The Agenda 2030 in

How to get started The Agenda 2030 in the Municipality of Gladsaxe Line Vind, The Municipality of Gladsaxe, Denmark

Global goals – local action • Sustainable development requires political leadership globally - and actions locally • The SDGs constitute a unique role and opportunity for cities, regions and municipalities – we are close to the citizens and companies • Sustainable development has been part of the City Council’s vision for many years • Gladsaxe is ambitious and has a vision of not only environmental, but also economic and in particular social sustainability • Many companies based in Gladsaxe embrace the 2030 Agenda e. g. Novo, ISS, etc.

Sustainable development in Gladsaxe Continuity and change • Our vision is founded on the same thoughts as the SDGs: Social, environmental and economic sustainability • Sustainability constitutes the link between welfare and growth • A transformation from classic welfare to a broader, holistic approach addressing progress towards sustainable growth and welfare • The SDGs were introduced during the development of the municipal strategy for the political term 2018 -22 • They can reinforce the development of sustainable growth and welfare in Gladsaxe

From global goals to strategic management in Gladsaxe § Strategic city management, January 2017 § The SDGs discussed at the City Council-seminar, March 2017 § Two thematic discussions in the City Council, May and August 2017 § Gladsaxe Business Conference, October 2017 § Networks with companies – e. g. Novozymes, Deloitte, etc. § Discussion paper in the City Council, November 2017 § First Draft of the strategy discussed at the City Council-seminar, March 2018 § Thematic discussion in the Finance Committee, April 2018 § Public hearing, May to August § The Gladsaxe-meeting, June 2018 § The Gladsaxe-day, August 2018 § The strategy discussed by the Finance Committee, October 2 nd 2018 § The strategy endorsed by the City Council, October 10 th 2018 § The SDG-house, January 2019 § Roundtable and networks with local sports associations, citizens, entrepreneurs, etc.

Gladsaxe’s strategy 2018 -22 Goals Sustainable growth and welfare through 6 goals reaching across all administrative sectors and activities: 1. Children shaping the future 2. Business-friendly city with job growth 3. Equal opportunities to succeed 4. Green and vibrant city 5. Lifelong health and well-being 6. Climate-conscious city

Implementation Political focus – progress and results • The strategy is the foundation for the economic dispositions in the budget and strategic investments and the indicators help us follow up • The Budget and Annual Report based on the tripple bottom-line • 2 -6 indicators for each goal to measure progress and adjust our actions Systematical implementation within the organisation • All strategies, plans and decisions link to the strategy’s vision and goals • Integrated in the managementprocesses and steering systems of the organisation • Knowledge sharing and inspiration through cases from all sectors Participation and partnerships for local action • Partnerships with local companies • Dialogue and innovation with citizens, associations, etc.

From 17 SDGs to Gladsaxe’s strategy • All 17 SDGs are important and interdependent • We have started out with the SDGs where we want to do something extra • The SDGs help us raise the bar in the development of our core tasks • We pursue the broader agenda – not only environmental and economic but also social sustainability is a priority • We see cooperation and cocreation with citizens and local companies as crucial for progress towards a sustainable future A transformation from top down-plan approach to strategizing to an integrative, ‘circular’ approach Þ bridging perspectives from various branches within and outside the organisation through dialogue and cross-functional networks Þ developing the capacity to respond to emerging changes in the environment (climate, social imbalances, etc. ) for a more resilient city.

Several ways to implement the strategy Elverdammen The first certified (Svanemærket) nursery – a green rooftop absorbs increasing amounts of rain, no PVC, recycling, etc. The City Hall Awareness of the 2030 Agenda among citizens and visitors to the City Hall

Several ways to implement the strategy Procurement and tenders Sustainability is a priority in our policy and demands in practice - an effective way to change the market on a larger scale. Partnership with other public organisations. Local action through new partnerships Local associations and actors take action - our role is to initiate interaction cooperation among actors within the community who want to contribute to sustainable development

A strategy growing within the organisation - and beyond • Political leadership in the City Council • A shared frame of reference for initiatives and actions in practice • Provides a platform for ideas and initiatives in the local environment – with local actors, organisations and companies • Next steps • From strategy to public value through participation and partnerships • Local initiatives and platforms for action e. g. the SDG-House, networks with organisations, business conference, local startups, etc.

Local action through partnerships • During 2019 we have focused on partnerships for the goals – the most important goal, which is part of all the goals in the strategy • We cannot make the change by going alone – we need to cooperate with local actors to identify where we can make a change together towards a more sustainable community

3 recommendations • Include all areas of the organisation – not just one branch • Integrate the SDGs into core oparations – not as an add-on • Be specific and get started Read more: https: //www. gladsaxe. dk/gladsaxestrategien