Sustainability
Driving growth through responsible AI adoption
At AI for SMEs, we believe in the power of education and innovation to create a better future. Our purpose is clear: to help SMEs harness AI responsibly - building businesses that are efficient, ethical, and sustainable.
From the outset, we have committed to aligning our work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on two key areas:
SDG 4: Quality Education – Ensuring SMEs have the skills to thrive.
SDG 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth – Supporting sustainable, inclusive business growth.
By embedding sustainability into everything we do, we empower small businesses to adopt AI in a way that benefits people, businesses, and the planet.
Our Commitments
SDG 4
Quality Education
Empowering SMEs with AI Education
We are dedicated to making AI accessible for SMEs — most of whom don’t have the technical expertise or resources to navigate this journey.
- Deliver practical, non-technical training to build AI literacy among SME leaders.
- Provide free or subsidized masterclasses for underserved communities annually.
- Promote lifelong learning and workforce upskilling to create resilient, future-ready teams.
Impact Goal
Train 500 SME leaders in AI literacy each year.
SDG 8
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Enabling Sustainable Growth for SMEs
We believe AI can be a force for good when implemented ethically and responsibly. Our training helps SMEs:
- Improve productivity, reduce costs, and minimize waste through AI adoption.
- Transition workforces into new, meaningful roles, ensuring people, not just processes, benefit.
- Scale sustainably while creating positive economic and environmental impacts.
Impact Goal
Help SMEs adopt AI solutions that enhance efficiency while fostering ethical, sustainable growth.
Sustainability in our own operations
We practice what we teach. We have been committed to embedding sustainability into our operations from day one:
Digital-first training delivery
Prioritizing online programs to minimize carbon footprint.
Eco-conscious materials
Reducing waste by limiting printed materials or using recycled alternatives.
Measuring our impact
We hold ourselves accountable by setting clear goals and sharing our progress.
Each year, we will report on:
- The number of SME leaders and businesses we’ve trained.
- Stories of how our training has enabled sustainable growth for SMEs.
- Steps we’ve taken to minimize our environmental footprint.