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UK Due Diligence: Consultation on Commodities linked to Deforestation
The British Government plans to introduce similar measures to those proposed in the European Parliament.
Trend: Overstretched – Finding Solutions for a Resource Constrained World
Earth Overshoot Day has got progressively earlier, from 29 December in 1970 to 29 July in 2019. Preventing Deforestation through Due Diligence
In June, Global Forest Watch published data on deforestation in 2019.
Aquaculture’s Growth is Good News for Sustainable Fish Stocks
Aquaculture is a sustainable source of protein and a high-return industry with economic benefits.
Update for Users of amfori Sustainability Dashboard
amfori Sustainability Dashboard users have had access to a revamped version of the system.
amfori Participates in the Sustainable Innovation Forum (SIF)
Representatives from businesses, national or local authorities and international organisations presented and exchanged their views on practical and innovative solutions to the climate emergency
Vietnam: an Emerging Market Blooms
While the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EUVFTA) will most likely enter into force in early 2020, amfori has continued its engagement in the country over the 4th Quarter of 2019. EU Green Deal: amfori supports members to improve performance
A list of 50 milestones for a new EU growth strategy and to make Europe the first climate neutral continent by 2050.
COP 25 in Madrid: a Missed Opportunity
Following COP 25, amfori analysts agree with UN Secretary General that “the international community lost an important opportunity to show increased ambition on mitigation, adaptation & finance to tackle the climate crisis”.
Suppliers Programme: Launch of first phase
A small group of nominated suppliers have been given access to training activities.
FTA Represented in New CEPS Task Force on Circular Economy
Participation in the task force will be supported by our Trade Policy team and the Business Environmental Performance Initiative (BEPI).