Sustainability
At SIM, we are committed to advancing sustainability through learning, empowering individuals to learn for life and thrive for life.
Guided by integrity and a learner-centred approach, we strive to create
a positive impact on society and the environment, ensuring that our
growth supports a resilient and inclusive future for all life stages.
Our Sustainability Framework
Comprising 10 material topics identified as the most significant drivers of SIM’s long-term business resilience and stakeholder trust, our sustainability framework is aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to ensure our sustainability efforts contribute to broader global priorities while addressing our stakeholders needs.
Read our 2030 commitments below.
Achieve a 23% reduction in energy consumption from grid by 2030 from 2019 levels, contributing to SIM’s decarbonisation efforts
Actively pursue initiatives to properly manage our waste streams
Maintain strong employment outcomes for SIM graduates in relevant fields within six months of graduation
Provide full access to learning pathways and experiences for students
Encourage consistent student engagement in sustainability efforts through annual initiatives and continuous awareness-building
Equip all learners with relevant sustainability skillsets through our course offerings and microcredentials platform
Actively reduce unconscious bias in recruitment, appointment, promotion, and training and development
Uphold a discrimination-free environment by maintaining zero substantiated discrimination cases reported annually through official channels
Continuous development of staff by providing personalised training and upskilling pathways throughout their careers
Drive sustainability across the organisation through our dedicated ESG committee
2025 Key Highlights
Achieved a 20% reduction in grid electricity usage from 2019 baseline
24 recycling bins added, which led to a 26% increase in waste recycled.
Completed baseline year carbon footprint compilation to track decabonisation progress
Allocated $6 million to >1,000 beneficiaries through the SIM Impact Fund
Engaged SIM students through 15 sustainability events
Offered 18 sustainability-related courses, impacting 1,788 learners
100% of SIM staff completed e-learning on DEI within first year of service
0 reported cases of discrimination
SIM staff received 22 hours of training on average
Sustainability Report
Read our sustainability report here