SDGs trade‐offs associated with voluntary sustainability standards: a case study from the coffee sector in Costa Rica

The transition toward a more sustainable agricultural production has become an essential step in achieving the sustainable development goals (SDGs),…

Trade effects of voluntary sustainability standards in tropical commodity sectors: A nuanced story

From scarcity to security: building resilient water systems (webinar)

Water scarcity and quality have emerged as critical global challenges, prompting companies to intensify their efforts towards water sustainability. This Evidensia learning event, delivered in…

Growing hemp for the future: A global fiber guide

Since its recent legalization in countries around the world, the global textile industry is increasingly turning to hemp, celebrating the plant’s ability to enhance soil health, support biodiversity, s…

Large gaps in voluntary sustainability commitments covering the global cocoa trade

The production and trade of agricultural commodities, such as cocoa, have important impacts on farmer livelihoods and the environment, prompting a growing number of companies to adopt public…

Understanding the impact of consumer-oriented assurance schemes: A review of voluntary standards and labels for the environmental sustainability of agri-food products

Assurance schemes (certifications and labels) are widespread in the agri-food…

Global market report: Palm oil prices and sustainability

This report delves into the latest developments in the palm oil industry, analysing current market trends. It explores the global level of uptake of voluntary sustainability standards (VSS) in palm…

Adopting sustainability standards: how do businesses benefit? (webinar)

Sustainability standards continue to be one of the most important tools to support businesses across the value chain in delivering on core sustainability issues – but how are they good for b…

Alliance for Water Stewardship 2022 performance monitoring report

This performance report sets out to present the advancements, knowledge, and accomplishments of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System and Indicators of the Alliance for Water Stewardship…

Monitoring the scope and benefits of Fairtrade: monitoring report 14th edition

Fairtrade International releases yearly data highlighting the extent and influence of Fairtrade on farmers, workers, and their communities. This report provides a summary of specific monitoring data…

Standards and the Sustainable Development Goals: Leveraging Sustainability Standards for Reporting on SDG Progress

To gain a better understanding of the potential of voluntary sustainability standards (VSSs) in contributing to the achievement of the SDGs (sustainable…

Sustainability and circularity in the textile value chain

This report presents a path for stakeholders to achieve a circular textile sector. By addressing three priorities—shifting consumption patterns, improved practices, and infrastructure investment—the rep…