Shaping Tomorrow Responsible Innovation for a Brighter Future 2025

Sustainable Will the innovation meet the demands of the present generation without compromising the demands of the future generation, accounting for long-term socio-ecological and economic outcomes? As environmental and social challenges intensify, sustainability has become a business imperative. Companies are increasingly integrating sustainable practices to drive long-term growth, mitigate risks, enhance societal well-being, and strengthen their long-term resilience and success. A strong commitment to environmental sustainability has been shown to enhance financial performance. One in three CEOs report that climate-friendly investments over the past five years have boosted revenue, while two-thirds say these investments have either reduced costs or had no significant cost impact.15 As momentum grows to tackle global challenges, businesses must also stay attuned to evolving consumer expectations and regulatory requirements. INNOVATOR SPOTLIGHT Akila – driving carbon accountability and efficiency in real estate with digital twins Akila, a digital twin platform for real estate management, helps companies set and track carbon neutrality goals by optimizing live facility data. Its technology reduces energy waste, cutting heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) costs by 20% and overall spend by 10%. Partnering with major retailers, Akila enabled one European brand to cut 10 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) across 15% of its stores. Beyond cost and emissions savings, Akila sees digital twins as a catalyst for safer, more inclusive and revitalized urban spaces. Shaping Tomorrow: Responsible Innovation for a Brighter Future 11