A Study on the Views of Energy Sector Executives on UN Sustainable Development Goals

Year 2025, Volume: 6 Issue: 2, 1 - 8, 31.12.2025

Caner Tekin

Abstract

This study investigates the perceptions and implementation levels of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) among energy sector executives in Turkey. As the energy industry plays a pivotal role in achieving global sustainability targets, understanding executive awareness and organizational practices is of critical importance. A quantitative research design was employed, involving a survey administered to 100 energy sector executives across various firms. The results revealed that while 85% of the participants reported being aware of the SDGs, only 40% stated that their organizations actively implement strategies aligned with these goals. The most implemented goals were found to be Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) and Goal 13 (Climate Action), whereas socially oriented goals such as Goal 1 (No Poverty) and Goal 4 (Quality Education) had significantly lower implementation rates. Statistical analysis using Chi-square and independent samples t-tests confirmed a significant relationship between awareness and implementation levels (p < 0.05). These findings underscore the need for targeted executive training, policy support, and strategic institutional collaborations to enhance the integration of sustainability practices within energy-based organizations.

Keywords

Sustainable Development Goals , Engineering Management , Managerial Awareness , Sustainability Implementation , Quantitative Analysis

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