MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM SEAFOOD WATCH is a program that rates fisheries and seafood farms in terms of sustainability, allowing both businesses and consumers to make greener choices for the planet. Their recommendation system is broken down into four rankings. From worst to best, these are: avoid, good alternative, certified, and best choice. Â Seafood Watch […]
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RESPONSIBLE WOOL STANDARD (RWS) is a program that specifically certifies sustainable sheep farmers that meet rigorous animal welfare and land management requirements. The program aims to improve the welfare of sheep and the land they graze on. RWS certified wool suppliers are guaranteed to utilize ethical and sustainable practices when it comes to wool production.
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GLOBAL ANIMAL PARTNERSHIP’S 5-STEP PROGRAM (GAP) is an animal welfare rating system that assesses the health and safety of animals in the farm and during transport. For the Global Animal Partnership, the wellbeing of an animal can be defined through three main factors: health and productivity, natural living and emotional wellbeing. By utilizing these three
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AMERICAN HUMANE FREE FARMED certifications serve as a testament to a product’s or a retailer’s prioritization of animal welfare rights. All commercial goods that have been certified through the American Humane program are guaranteed to be cruelty-free, as all items must meet a strict set of scientific animal welfare standards. Created just around 20 years
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CERTIFIED WILDLIFE FRIENDLY is an organization that awards sustainable ranches, farms and artisans for their regenerative practices in agriculture and their conservation efforts in the biome of environmental stewardship. All Certified Wildlife Friendly farms employ careful practices that allow wildlife habitats and surrounding farms/ranches to coexist in harmony, protecting the ecosystem’s biodiversity. Products that are
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GOOD ON YOU is a rating system that helps consumers make informed purchases from fashion brands. Good On You promotes transparency and accountability from brands, therefore choosing to conduct their assessment only using public information. Brands are assessed on their practices with respect to three key issues – people, planet, and animals. Brands receive an
1% FOR THE PLANET is a network of companies who commit to giving back 1% of their gross sales to help the planet. 1% for the Planet advises companies and pairs them with trusted non-profits, who they can give to directly and receive certification of their donations. Individuals can also be members of 1% for
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FAIR WEAR FOUNDATION is an independent non-profit organization that is focused on improving labor conditions in the garment industry. FWF works with garment brands, factories, trade unions, NGOs and governments to develop practical solutions and progress towards better working conditions. LEARN MORE: Fair Wear Foundation GLOBAL
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FAIR LABOR ACCREDITATION is an international standard for labor rights based on international frameworks from the International Labor Organization, UN Guiding Principles, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. FLA evaluates a company’s labor practices in its global supply chain and publishes a thorough report on the company’s assessment
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FAIR TRADE FEDERATION is a community of US and Canadian businesses who meet FTF’s ethical standards of fair trade, such as safe working conditions, living wages, and environmental stewardship. FTF Membership is a verification, rather than a certification, and is based on self-reporting and does not require third-party auditing. LEARN MORE: Fair Trade Federation US
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