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Moving BS 25700 to an International Standard: Combating Modern Slavery, Forced Labor, and Human Trafficking by Helen Carter in St Lucia

Helen Carter is a committee member working on a new ISO standard to help the world take an important step toward combatting modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking on a global scale. While challenges exist, the potential benefits for business, including enhanced credibility, improved transparency, and positive brand image, make the transition imperative for businesses committed to ethical practices. More importantly, the benefits for people trapped in human trafficking and forced labour conditions is priceless.

Progressing Sustainable Procurement by Supply Chain Sustainability School

Progressing sustainable procurement … Driving sustainable procurement supply chains and businesses – Virtual conference

Just Transition – a perspective from Scottish and Southern Energy

A short video from UK energy business Scottish and Southern Energy setting out their perspective on Just Transition to a low carbon economy in the context of transitions in the UK in the 1980s. We thank Scottish and Southern Energy for their permission to share this video.

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Manta Ray EV … a podcast discussing EV cars and the infrastructure needed to charge them

Shaun McCarthy OBE discusses his experience as an EV driver over the past 4.5 years and learns about the innovative new service under development from Manta Ray EV. We thank Manta Ray EV for permission to share this video.

Episode 21 – The future of EV charging

Shaun McCarthy OBE discusses his experience as an EV driver over the past 4.5 years and learns about the innovative…

Top tips for finding an eco-friendly rental by Iris Myers

In today’s world, more and more people are becoming conscious of their environmental impact and seeking ways to live a greener lifestyle.

A letter from America by Shaun McCarthy OBE

Shaun McCarthy reflects on sustainable procurement in the USA, following a visit to the Sustainable Procurement Leadership Council, in his letter from America

Addressing modern slavery and labour exploitation risks in solar PV supply chains

Procurement guide highlighting the modern slavery and labour exploitation risks and impacts in the solar photovoltaic (PV) supply chain. It offers insights into effective solar PV procurement due diligence, with practical tips and guidance for implementation.

Sustainable procurement progress report

This report from Action Sustainability in the UK brings together the collective knowledge gathered through 17 years of consultancy and training in this field. It delivers valuable insights into the state of sustainable procurement today.