How does an SDG materiality analysis help Pidpa to work sustainably and future-oriented?

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Pidpa is working towards sustainable water management. Together with Route 2030, the water company developed an SDG materiality analysis that clarifies priorities, supports strategy, and strengthens reporting. This makes sustainability a strategic compass for both policy and daily operations.

Water is one of our most valuable natural resources. At Pidpa , the Flemish water company responsible for drinking water and water management every day, that responsibility is incredibly tangible. That's why sustainability isn't a slogan for Pidpa, but a strategic compass that guides decisions—ecologically, socially, and economically. But how do you translate such broad ambitions into concrete choices? And how do you determine which sustainability areas truly matter to a water company?

To answer these questions, Pidpa started a collaboration with Route 2030 in 2021 on an SDG-based materiality analysis .

What is an SDG-based materiality analysis?

In collaboration with Route 2030, Pidpa launched a project in 2021 to translate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into concrete, company-specific themes.

A materiality analysis identifies which sustainability goals and initiatives are most relevant to an organization and its stakeholders. For Pidpa, this meant:

Linking SDG goals to operational and strategic business objectives.
Determining priority themes such as water quality, energy efficiency, social engagement and biodiversity.
Creating a stakeholder-supported framework for decision-making and reporting.

What impact did the collaboration with Route 2030 have?

Thanks to this process, Pidpa now has:

SDGs translated into company-specific themes

These material themes provide a strategic compass for sustainability initiatives and align with the expectations of customers, employees and local communities.

A solid foundation for policy and reporting

The analysis supports sustainability strategy, policy development, operational choices and reporting according to international standards such as GRI and CSRD.

A practical tool for inspiration, communication and action

Pidpa can now plan targeted actions , strengthen internal engagement, and communicate results transparently to stakeholders and partners. Route 2030 also facilitated several inspirational sessions for employees to build buy-in and engage everyone.

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