Standards & Certification

First global standard for sustainable procurement hits the market

May 1, 2017

By Madeleine Cuff

ISO 20400 will help companies vet their supply chains for ethical and environmental impact.

Why B Corporations are at a crossroads

April 19, 2017

By Marc Gunther

If the movement is to achieve its bold vision — "that one day all companies compete not only to be the best in the world, but the best for the world" — then more publicly- traded, mainstream companies must commit to the label.

This company could set a new bar for transparency in food

October 7, 2016

By Rachel Cernansky

The Real Co. is launching a new "Single Origin Verified" label to tell consumers exactly where their food comes from.

Are sustainable farming certifications making a difference?

April 28, 2016

By Ana Paula Tavares and Andre de Freitas

The Rainforest Alliance and SAN look back at the accomplishments and limitations of their agricultural certifications.

The battle continues: GRI vs SASB vs IR

March 15, 2016

By Donato Calace

Which of the three big environmental, social and corporate governance reporting frameworks reference the topics your company cares about?

Battle of giants: GRI vs SASB vs IR

March 14, 2016

By Donato Calace

The big three environmental, social and corporate governance reporting frameworks duke it out.

Building industry poised to double green certifications by 2018

February 19, 2016

By James Murray

By 2018, a full 37 percent of building companies expect more than half of their projects green certified, up from 18 percent currently.

Can Michael Bloomberg (finally) move the needle on climate disclosure?

February 18, 2016

By Keith Larsen

A new, high profile task force has set out to help companies disclose climate risks. Will it actually work?

How to keep your forests and have your paper, too

February 10, 2016

By Michael Garcia and Mark Buckley

Sponsored story: The Forestry Stewardship Council certification process teaches small landowners of forests to sustainably manage their land.

Marketers beware: FTC steps up scrutiny of green certifications

October 12, 2015

By Lyn Meany

Sustainability claims shouldn't be taken lightly.

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