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Press Release 24 Jun 2015 New open-source Comparison Tool Launched by the Global Social Compliance Programme (GSCP) and ITC Standards Map  Paris and Geneva, 24 June 2015 – The Global Social Compliance Programme (GSCP) of the Consumer Goods Forum and ITC Standards Map of the International Trade Centre (ITC) today launched the GSCP-ITC Quick Scan. The...
Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Responds to Human Rights at Sea’s 2023 Review of Fisheries and Aquaculture Certification, Standards and Ratings Press Release 19 Apr 2023 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Responds to Human Rights at Sea’s 2023 Review of Fisheries and Aquaculture Certification, Standards and Ratings PARIS, 19th April 2023 — The Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has issued a response to Human Rights at Sea’s (HRAS) 2023 Review of Fisheries and Aquaculture Certification, Standards and Ratings, in which the SSCI...
CGF Sustainability Director Contributes to New ITC ‘Sustainability Standards’ Report News Update 27 Sep 2021 Social Sustainability CGF Sustainability Director Contributes to New ITC ‘Sustainability Standards’ Report Didier Bergeret, The Consumer Goods Forum’s Director of Sustainability, has contributed to a new publication released by the International Trade Centre (ITC) entitled, “Sustainability Standards: A New Deal to Build Forward Better”. The publication was...
Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Expands to Help Consumer Goods Companies Enhance Environmental Sustainability Press Release 20 Jun 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Expands to Help Consumer Goods Companies Enhance Environmental Sustainability The Consumer Goods Forum’s Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) expands its scope to include environmental sustainability, helping to build trust, confidence, and clarity in expected standards across vital areas including the impact of farming, forestry...
The Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative at Seafood Expo North America in Commitment to Advancing Labour Standards News Update 24 Jun 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative The Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative at Seafood Expo North America in Commitment to Advancing Labour Standards The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) continues to share its active engagement in shaping the discourse on global sustainability standards, demonstrated by its participation in the Seafood Expo North America, held...
Florverde® Sustainable Flower Achieves SSCI Recognition Press Release 10 Apr 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Florverde® Sustainable Flower Achieves SSCI Recognition PARIS, 12th April 2024 – The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is pleased to announce that Florverde® Sustainable Flowers (FSF) has successfully completed the SSCI Benchmarking process and achieved SSCI Recognition....
Rainforest Alliance Applies for SSCI Benchmarking Press Release 21 Nov 2023 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Rainforest Alliance Applies for SSCI Benchmarking PARIS, 21 November 2023 — The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is pleased to announce it has received an application from Rainforest Alliance submitting its Sustainable Agriculture Standard for the SSCI Benchmarking...
SSCI Launches Synergy Tool With ITC to Improve Benchmarking Process for Sustainability Standards News Update 20 Jun 2023 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative SSCI Launches Synergy Tool With ITC to Improve Benchmarking Process for Sustainability Standards The Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) from The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) is pleased to announce the launch of a joint Synergy Tool with ITC, the International Trade Centre, to help align the efforts of...
Building Trust in Sustainability Standards Worldwide Blog 06 Dec 2018 Environmental Sustainability Building Trust in Sustainability Standards Worldwide The public consultation for The Consumer Goods Forum’s Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) closed on 23rd September and we have announced the launch of the first scope, for processing facilities, at the recent Sustainable Retail...
Interview with Luiza Reguse for the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative Spotlight Series Blog 11 Jun 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Interview with Luiza Reguse for the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative Spotlight Series   An interview with Luiza Reguse for the GSSI Spotlight Series  Passionate about the profound impact of food production on both people’s lives and the environment, Luiza Reguse embarked on her journey in the world...
The SSCI Engages European Retailers on Sustainability at EMD Member Meeting in Amsterdam News Update 14 Jun 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative The SSCI Engages European Retailers on Sustainability at EMD Member Meeting in Amsterdam The Consumer Goods Forum’s Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is proud to announce its active participation in the European Marketing Distribution (EMD) member sustainability meeting held on Tuesday, 28 May, in Amsterdam. This engagement underscores...
Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA) Applies for SSCI Benchmarking Press Release 28 Nov 2022 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA) Applies for SSCI Benchmarking PARIS, 30th November, 2022 — The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has received a benchmarking application from the Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA), marking their first step in earning...
The Consumer Goods Forum Announces New Benchmarking and Recognition Initiative for Sustainability Standards Press Release 25 Apr 2018 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative The Consumer Goods Forum Announces New Benchmarking and Recognition Initiative for Sustainability Standards PARIS, 25th April 2018 – To help meet the needs of our members, and to support the development of socially and environmentally responsible supply chains around the world, the Board of The Consumer Goods Forum...
Cutting Complexity and Confusion Around Sustainability Standards  Blog 08 Jun 2021 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative Cutting Complexity and Confusion Around Sustainability Standards  We all know that to tackle the scale of the societal and environmental challenges we face, every business has a vital role in helping to make a positive impact for people and the planet. As...
SSCI Publishes Environmental Benchmark Criteria Consultation Summary News Update 18 Jun 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative SSCI Publishes Environmental Benchmark Criteria Consultation Summary Certifications are a key tool for organisations to use when conducting supply chain due diligence. However, with dozens of standards to choose from, and more emerging each year — all of which approach sustainability differently...
FSSC 24000 Achieves SSCI Recognition Press Release 26 Jan 2024 Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative FSSC 24000 Achieves SSCI Recognition PARIS, 26 January 2024 – The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is pleased to announce that Foundation FSSC has successfully completed the SSCI Benchmarking process and achieved SSCI Recognition for their FSSC 24000 Scheme.