GPM Global · Public Disclosure · GRI Standards 2021 (Core Option)

2025 Sustainability Report

Cross-referenced to UNGC CoP 2025 · Reporting Year: Calendar Year 2025

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1. About This Report

GPM GRI Report 2025 This report is GPM’s formal sustainability report prepared in accordance with the GRI Standards 2021 (Core Option). It covers activities, impacts, and performance across calendar year 2025. This report aligns with GPM’s commitment to the United Nations Global Compact and reflects GPM’s contribution toward advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through business strategy, partnerships, and practice.

The report draws from the 2025 Communication on Progress (CoP) to the UN Global Compact and includes supplementary data, policies, and performance metrics. External assurance was conducted for carbon impact data disclosed in Net Positive reporting.

Reporting Scope All GPM operations globally. No entities or subsidiaries excluded.
Reporting Frequency Annual
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2. Organization Profile

2.1 Overview

GPM Global (Green Project Management Global) is the world leader in sustainable and regenerative project management, founded with the mission to decouple economic growth from social and environmental degradation. Headquartered in Novi, Michigan, USA, GPM operates globally through partnerships, accredited training providers, and certified professionals in more than 55 countries.

2.2 Activities, Products, and Services

Area Description
Education and Training Internationally recognized professional certifications and leadership programs in sustainable and regenerative project management.
Standards and Tools The PMI-GPM P5™ Standard for Sustainability in Project Management and PRiSM™ methodology, used globally by organizations and universities.
Consulting and Capacity Building Supporting organizations in integrating sustainability and regeneration into governance, delivery, and operational systems.
Advocacy and Policy Engagement Contributing to international standards including the UN Global Compact, UN Business for Peace Initiative, and GRI Frameworks.

2.3 Vision, Mission, and Purpose

Mission: Equip organizations and professionals with the knowledge, tools, and competencies to deliver projects that create social, environmental, and economic value.

Vision: A world where projects are vehicles for regeneration, contributing to planetary health, human dignity, and long-term prosperity.

2.4 Governance Structure

Board of Directors: Strategic oversight; approves sustainability and ethics policies; annual performance review.
Executive Leadership Team: Implements board strategy; oversees operations; drives sustainability integration.
Advisory and Technical Committees: External experts and regional representatives advising on standards alignment and stakeholder engagement.

2.5 Workforce (2025)

Over 50% of leadership roles held by women.
Zero incidents of forced or child labor reported.
All staff completed human rights and labor rights training within 90 days of onboarding.
100% of suppliers adhere to GPM’s Human Rights and Anti-Trafficking Policy.

2.6 Memberships and Affiliations

United Nations Global Compact (since 2012)
Project Management Institute (PMI) — Joint Venture (2025)
Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) — Joint Leadership Program (2025)
United Nations Business for Peace Initiative
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Source: CoP pp. 6, 14, 19, 21; GRI 2-1 to 2-7, 2-28

3. Governance & Ethics

3.2 Policy Framework (GRI 2-23 to 2-25)

Policy Scope
Ethics and Workplace Integrity Policy Zero tolerance for bribery, extortion, discrimination, or harassment.
Human Rights and Anti-Trafficking Policy Prohibits forced, bonded, or child labor; requires due diligence across the supply chain.
Employment and Labor Rights Policy Guarantees freedom of association, collective bargaining, and safe, equitable working conditions.
Environmental Regeneration Policy Commits GPM to net-positive carbon impact and nature-based restoration.
Responsible AI and Digital Sustainability Policy Ethical use of technology; low-energy, ethically sourced digital infrastructure.

3.3 Ethics and Compliance (GRI 205-2, 205-3)

Training: 100% of employees, contractors, and suppliers completed annual ethics and anti-corruption training. Tracked and verified.
Whistleblower Framework: Formal non-retaliation framework introduced in 2025. Anonymous reporting via secure third-party portal. Investigations managed by an independent compliance officer, reviewed by the Board’s Ethics Committee.
Conflict-of-Interest: Annual disclosures required from all staff, partners, and suppliers as a condition of engagement.
Enforcement Actions: No confirmed incidents of corruption recorded in 2025. Summary of substantiated violations and corrective actions included in annual governance report.

3.5 Continuous Improvement

Ethics training expanded to cover digital ethics and AI governance.
Whistleblower process enhanced with regional language accessibility.
Ethical performance indicators integrated into employee evaluations.

Source: CoP pp. 3, 7, 10, 12; GRI 2-9, 2-13, 2-14, 2-23–2-27, 205-2, 205-3

4. Stakeholder Engagement

4.1 Approach

GPM’s engagement approach is guided by three principles: Inclusivity (ensuring all stakeholder groups can contribute); Transparency (open access to policy documents, impact data, and governance outcomes); and Reciprocity (treating engagement as a continuous exchange that informs GPM’s strategy and stakeholders’ capacity to act).

4.2 Key Stakeholder Groups

Stakeholder Group Engagement Mechanisms Primary Interests 2025 Outcomes
Employees and Contractors Policy briefings, ethics training, employee surveys, open governance sessions Safe and equitable conditions; career growth; sustainability strategy participation 100% ethics training completion; >50% of leadership roles held by women
Clients and Partners Project-level sustainability assessments, participatory monitoring, governance scorecards Sustainability integration; carbon impact transparency 6 organizations achieved circular certification; 14 piloted project-level certification
Academic Institutions Joint research, curriculum partnerships, certification programs Access to frameworks, global accreditation, open-access materials P5 Standard and PRiSM integrated into 20 university programs
Professional Associations Strategic alliances and joint initiatives Shared standards and leadership capacity Joint ventures with PMI and IMA launched
Suppliers and Vendors Annual policy affirmation, audits, due-diligence questionnaires Compliance with human rights and environmental standards 100% adherence to Human Rights and Anti-Trafficking Policy
Global Policy & Civil Society UNGC, UN Business for Peace, GRI forums SDG advancement, ethical governance, climate action Active collaboration on regenerative policy frameworks
Learners and Certification Holders Feedback surveys, online community, open-access tools Ongoing professional development, knowledge sharing Expanded open-access tools; training reach across 25 countries

Source: CoP pp. 13, 15, 21; GRI 2-29

5. Material Topics

5.1 Determining Material Topics (GRI 3-1)

GPM follows a four-step process: Identification (reviewing global frameworks including UNGC, GRI, SDGs, TNFD, SBTi, and IFRS S2, and gathering stakeholder input); Prioritization (evaluating significance of GPM’s impact and degree of stakeholder concern); Validation (by Executive Leadership and Advisory Committee); and Annual Review (alongside the UNGC CoP and governance scorecard).

5.2 2025 Material Topics (GRI 3-2)

Material Topic Boundary of Impact SDGs GRI Reference
Climate Action and Carbon Management Direct operations, consulting projects, client engagements SDG 13 GRI 305
Environmental Regeneration and Biodiversity Policy frameworks, client advisory work, educational content SDG 15 GRI 304
Human Rights and Labor Practices Workforce, suppliers, and partners SDG 8 GRI 401–407, 409
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Workforce and governance SDG 5 GRI 405, 406
Ethics, Integrity, and Anti-Corruption Global operations, supply chain, partnerships SDG 16 GRI 205, 406
Digital Sustainability and Responsible AI Digital infrastructure, data governance, partner platforms SDG 9, 12 GRI 418; custom
Education and Capacity Building Global training programs, university partnerships SDG 4, 17 GRI 404; custom
Circular Economy and Responsible Procurement Client engagements and supplier network SDG 12 GRI 308, 414
Stakeholder Engagement and Governance Transparency All stakeholders, clients, and reporting audiences SDG 16, 17 GRI 2-26, 2-27, 3-3

Source: CoP pp. 13–17; GRI 3-1, 3-2

6. Topic-Specific Disclosures

6.1 Economic Performance and Ethics (GRI 201, 205)

Anti-Corruption: Zero-tolerance policy enforced. 100% training completion. No confirmed incidents in 2025. Whistleblower framework launched.
Economic Impact: Joint Venture with PMI launched, expanding global access to sustainable project methodologies. Joint Leadership Program with IMA integrates sustainability into financial decision-making.

6.2 Environmental Stewardship (GRI 301, 304, 305, 306)

Metric 2025 Result
Net Carbon Position Net Positive — Achieved
Carbon Removals 1,400 tCO₂e via direct air capture and reforestation
Scope 3 Reduction 18% year-over-year reduction; externally verified
Circular Certification 6 client organizations supported to achieve circular certification
Digital Infrastructure 100% transitioned to low-energy, ethically sourced platforms

6.3 Social Responsibility and Human Rights (GRI 401–409, 404, 414)

Workforce Equality: >50% of leadership positions held by women. Zero incidents of discrimination or labor rights violations. Equal pay enforced.
Human Rights: 100% of suppliers required to adhere to GPM’s Human Rights and Anti-Trafficking Policy. No cases of forced, bonded, or child labor in 2025.
Freedom of Association: Guaranteed through policy and supplier contracts.
Training and Education: Global training delivered across 25 countries. Regenerative Leadership Program launched 2025. P5 Standard and PRiSM open-access worldwide.
Supplier Assessment: 100% of vendors assessed against social and environmental criteria. Non-compliant suppliers required to remediate or risk contract termination.

6.4 SDG Alignment

SDG Key Actions and Contributions (2025)
4 — Quality Education Open-access tools and university partnerships; sustainability integrated into curricula at 20 institutions.
5 — Gender Equality Gender equity in leadership (>50% women); inclusive employment policies.
8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth Fair labor standards enforced; promotion of green and regenerative jobs globally.
9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Responsible AI policy launched; digital sustainability training for CIOs and project leaders.
12 — Responsible Consumption and Production Circular economy certification; sustainable procurement practices across operations.
13 — Climate Action Net Positive Carbon Impact achieved; 18% Scope 3 reduction; nature-based removal solutions.
16 — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Ethics and anti-corruption reforms; whistleblower framework; transparent governance.
17 — Partnerships for the Goals Global alliances with PMI, IMA, and 20+ academic institutions to scale regenerative development.

6.5 Continuous Improvement — 2026 Commitments

Publish biodiversity regeneration and climate resilience indicators aligned with the P5 framework.
Introduce Impact-per-Project reporting under GRI 203 (Indirect Economic Impacts).
Integrate planetary boundaries metrics into project certification criteria.
Publish a Materiality Matrix visual for increased transparency.

Source: CoP pp. 4–5, 7–10, 14–21; GRI 3-3, 201, 205, 301, 304, 305, 308, 404–409, 414, 417

7. GRI Content Index

Prepared in accordance with GRI Standards 2021: Core Option. “CoP” references the 2025 UNGC Communication on Progress Report.

GRI 2: General Disclosures (2021)

Disclosure Title Reference / Source
2-1 Organizational details Section 2; CoP p. 6
2-2 Entities included in sustainability reporting Section 2; CoP p. 6
2-3 Reporting period, frequency, and contact Section 1; CoP p. 22
2-5 External assurance Section 6.2; CoP p. 5
2-6 Activities, value chain, and business relationships Section 2; CoP pp. 6, 14, 19
2-7 Employees Section 2; CoP p. 18
2-9 Governance structure and composition Section 3; CoP p. 12
2-11 Chair of highest governance body Section 3; CoP p. 3
2-13 Delegation of responsibility for sustainability Section 3; CoP p. 12
2-14 Role of governance body in sustainability oversight Section 3; CoP p. 12
2-23 Policy commitments Sections 2–3; CoP pp. 4–5, 7–10
2-24 Embedding policy commitments Section 3; CoP p. 10
2-25 Processes for remediation Section 3; CoP p. 7
2-26 Mechanisms for seeking advice or raising concerns Section 3; CoP p. 7
2-28 Memberships and associations Section 4; CoP p. 21
2-29 Stakeholder engagement Section 4; CoP pp. 13, 15, 21

GRI 3: Material Topics (2021)

Disclosure Title Reference / Source
3-1 Process to determine material topics Section 5; CoP pp. 13–17
3-2 List of material topics Section 5; CoP pp. 15–17
3-3 Management of material topics Section 5; throughout report

GRI Topic Standards

GRI Code Disclosure Title Reference / Source
201 (context) Economic Performance Section 6.1; CoP p. 21
205-2 Communication and training on anti-corruption Section 6.1; CoP pp. 7, 10
205-3 Confirmed incidents of corruption and actions taken Section 6.1; CoP pp. 7, 12
301 / 306 Materials and waste management Section 6.2; CoP p. 19
304 Biodiversity Section 6.2; CoP p. 11
305-1 to 305-5 Emissions and reductions Section 6.2; CoP p. 19
308-1 / 414-1 Supplier environmental / social assessment Section 6.3; CoP pp. 4–5
401–409 Employment and labor practices Section 6.3; CoP pp. 4, 10, 18
404-2 Employee training and education Section 6.3; CoP p. 21
405–406 Diversity and equal opportunity / non-discrimination Section 6.3; CoP pp. 16–18
409-1 Forced or compulsory labor Section 6.3; CoP pp. 4, 10, 18
417-1 Product / service labeling (P5 / PRiSM frameworks) Section 6.3; CoP pp. 14–15

Custom / GPM-Specific Disclosures

Topic Description Reference
Digital Sustainability & Responsible AI Ethical technology use and low-energy digital transition Section 6.3; CoP p. 8
Circular Economy & Client Certification Support for client circular certification and resource regeneration Section 6.2; CoP p. 19
Regenerative Leadership Program Development of systems-based sustainability leadership Section 6.3; CoP p. 21
SDG Alignment Direct mapping of GPM policies to SDG targets Section 6.4; CoP pp. 15–17

External Standards and Frameworks Referenced

United Nations Global Compact (Ten Principles)
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)
Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
IFRS S2 Climate-Related Disclosure Standard
GRI Standards (2021)

Assurance Statement: External assurance was conducted on GPM’s carbon impact and Net Positive data by an independent third party. All other data have been internally verified by the GPM Governance Committee.

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