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New Study on Risks in Tropical Timber Chains Recommends amfori
Study looks at social and environmental risks in top eight exporting countries of (semi-) finished products to the Netherlands.
EU Climate Pact Launch to Build Greener Europe
The EU launches their EU Climate Pact on Wednesday 16 December.
Help Shape Future Anti-Deforestation Legislation
A new multi-stakeholder platform was launched earlier this month by the European Commission to help protect and restore the world’s forests.
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.
Finnwatch Recognises amfori BEPI as Climate Solution
amfori welcomes Finnwatch’s recognition of amfori BEPI as a credible tool for companies to reduce their environmental footprint in their global supply chains.#MoveTheDate: Earth Overshoot Day Earlier Than Expected
This year, the date pushed ahead to 29 July. Take the quiz to find out your personal Overshoot Day and learn how you can reduce your ecological footprint.#BeatAirPollution: China Hosts 2019 World Environment Day
This confirms the Chinese Government’s intention to move forward on environmental compliance.India Takes Proactive Stance on Climate Change
amfori discussed climate change in Mumbai with various stakeholders.amfori BEPI Recognised on ITC Standards Map
amfori BEPI is now listed as one of the initiatives on the Standards Map of the International Trade Centre.Sign up for amfori BEPI Summer Workshops
Brush up on your training concerning chemical and environmental management. Workshops will be offered in China, France, India and Turkey.
Plastic, no more Fantastic? EU Parliament Approves Plastic Ban
In a move to curb plastic pollution of the seas and oceans, the EU Parliament has approved measures which may ban the use of ten single-use plastic items by 2021.Climate Change: The World at 1.5°C
Read the highlights in the IPCC report showing the impact of climate change if the global temperature is limited to 1.5°C and register for the next webinar on climate risk and women in the agricultural sector.
Building Up Coop’s Environmental Performance
Along every step of the way, from its inception to the working stages, Coop has been a pioneer of the amfori BEPI system.