The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) have been expressly recognized as a means of working toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Responsible businesses promote and provide equal opportunities, decent working conditions and environmental protection; champion women’s empowerment and ensure respect for rights of indigenous people. Harmful business practices such as forced labor, discrimination, privacy breaches and disregard for environmental protection undermine development efforts. On the other hand, when businesses respect human rights, progress is galvanized towards achieving the 2030 Agenda.