STAR Index Knowledge Hub

Further discover STAR Index’s background with the STAR Index Knowledge Hub. In the same vein discover its core values and how we implement them to deliver a better business for the planet and its people.

This area provides background reading on the key areas relating to your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) and also sustainability management

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PPN 06/21: Public procurement accelerating reaching net zero

Watch our latest video and see the full PPN 06/21 timeline, starting from the government’s initial commitment to reach net zero by 2050, and find out how STAR Index can support your business or your client’s to implement the new legislation.

CSRD Legislation – what is it and how could it impact you?

CSRD is the new EU legislation that became national law in November 2022, which requires companies to publish regular reports on their environmental and social impact activities.

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In Conversation: Linda Cudjoe (head of Food safety and Technical at harrods) & Rick Sanderson

In this episode Harrods’ Linda and Rick discuss how Harrods remains sustainable, how this can impact brand reputation and the pressure brands like Harrods can feel to remain socially responsible.

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Understanding the S of ESG – why people matter

Rick asks Lisa about her background as a consultant and what brought her into the ESG space?

They discuss the expectation on retailers, the true cost of human rights and the technology available to solve ESG issues.

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Guide

9 small changes to have a more sustainable Christmas

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What lies beneath the iceberg? The need for transparency

We take an honest look at the drive towards greater transparency, the motivation behind this desire across many sectors of industry, and how business has approached the adoption of technologies as an enabler.

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Mindful consumerism needs purpose driven business – Are you Living the Values?

Rick Sanderson, Co-Founder and Head of Partnerships, STAR Index, appraises the trend towards more mindful consumer choices when buying goods and services, and how modern businesses have enhanced policies, procurement, and propositions to attract them.

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So, what did we learn from COP27?

We’ve researched and gathered our top takeaways from the event and cover topics such as loss & damage, fossil fuels and the effect of war on the climate.

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A clear view from the top of the mountain

Do you have concerns about growing risks within your supply chains, and require a toolkit to map your journey towards managing them?

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Introducing our construction specialist partner Anna Williamson

Anna Williamson speaks to Carl Nancollas about her background in sustainability and the work that the Limewood Group has been doing within regenerative sustainability.

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Guide

Introduction to STAR Index

Guide

The Four Pillars of STAR Index

Hints & Tips

How to be more Sustainable

Hints & Tips

How to spot Greenwashing

News

British food and beverage companies meeting the Modern Slavery Act

Hidden in plain sight – an appraisal of the impact of Modern Slavery on the UK food and beverage sector.

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UN Sustainability Goals

The Sustainable Development Goals or Global Goals are a collection of 17 interlinked global goals. They are designed, above all, to be a “blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all”. The SDGs were firstly set up in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly. They are also intended to be achieved by the year 2030.

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CDP

CDP is a not-for-profit charity that runs the global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and also regions to manage their environmental impacts. Over the past 20 years we have created a system that has consequently resulted in unparalleled engagement on environmental issues worldwide.

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World Benchmarking Alliance

WBA Allies represent organisations working at global, regional, and local levels. These organisations work to shape the private sector’s contributions to achieving the SDGs. Echoing the true spirit of SDG17 – Partnerships for the Goals, our Allies are committed to WBA’s mission and vision as well as values. They believe in the power of benchmarks and also cross-sector partnerships to drive systemic progress on the SDGs.

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