{"id":5964,"date":"2019-11-07T13:12:39","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T21:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rangeme.com\/blog\/?p=5964"},"modified":"2021-10-07T14:39:40","modified_gmt":"2021-10-07T22:39:40","slug":"sustainability-certifications-to-keep-top-of-mind-in-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rangeme.com\/blog\/sustainability-certifications-to-keep-top-of-mind-in-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability Certifications to Keep Top of Mind in 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">There\u2019s no denying it, sustainability sells. Sustainability-marketed products grew 5.6 times faster than conventionally marketed products, and 3.3 times faster than the CPG market in total <span class=\"footnote_referrer\"><a role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_1');\" onkeypress=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_1');\" ><sup id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_1\" class=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\">1<\/sup><\/a><span id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_1\" class=\"footnote_tooltip\"> Sustainable Share Index: Research on IRI Purchasing Data. NYU, STERN Center of Sustainable Business. 2019. <\/span><\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_1').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_1', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top right', relative: true, offset: [10, 10], });<\/script>. However, the<em> type<\/em> of sustainability matters to consumers. Retailers can no longer just sell reusable shopping bags and market themselves as \u201csustainable\u201d. Eco-conscious efforts need to be driving business practices and these efforts need to be transparent. Sustainability is becoming a core consideration for the retail industry, affecting strategy, operations, workforce engagement, and connection to consumers and the community<span class=\"footnote_referrer\"><a role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_2');\" onkeypress=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_2');\" ><sup id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_2\" class=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\">2<\/sup><\/a><span id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_2\" class=\"footnote_tooltip\"> Retail Industry Leaders Association. The Value of Sustainability in Retail Marketing. 2018. <\/span><\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_2').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_2', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top right', relative: true, offset: [10, 10], });<\/script>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The consumer is driving the sustainability movement. Whether it\u2019s for environmental or political reasons, consumers are becoming more conscious about the way they shop and are evaluating their purchase decisions left and right<span class=\"footnote_referrer\"><a role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_3');\" onkeypress=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_3');\" ><sup id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_3\" class=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\">3<\/sup><\/a><span id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_3\" class=\"footnote_tooltip\"> Walk-Morris, Tatiana. Retailers market sustainable stores to lure eco-conscious customers. Retail Dive. October 25, 2019. <\/span><\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_3').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_3', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top right', relative: true, offset: [10, 10], });<\/script>. About 93% of global consumers expect more of the brands they use to support social and environmental issues<span class=\"footnote_referrer\"><a role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_4');\" onkeypress=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_4');\" ><sup id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_4\" class=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\">4<\/sup><\/a><span id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_4\" class=\"footnote_tooltip\"> Retail Industry Leaders Association. The Value of Sustainability in Retail Marketing <\/span><\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_4').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_4', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top right', relative: true, offset: [10, 10], });<\/script>. One retailer leading the sustainability movement is, Netherlands based, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rangeme.com\/aholddelhaizeusbrands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Ahold Delhaize<\/a> who said at the end of 2018 that it\u2019s delivering on its 2020 sustainability targets, including 50% of own-brand food sales recognized for good nutritional value, a 20% reduction in food waste since 2016, and a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2008. By 2025, the company aims to make 100% of its own-brand plastic packaging recyclable, reusable or compostable<span class=\"footnote_referrer\"><a role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_5');\" onkeypress=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_5');\" ><sup id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_5\" class=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\">5<\/sup><\/a><span id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_5\" class=\"footnote_tooltip\"> Ahold Delhaize USA raises sustainability standards. Supermarket News. September 20, 2019. <\/span><\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_5').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_5', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top right', relative: true, offset: [10, 10], });<\/script>. Other retailers like Walmart, Target, and Walgreens are supporting their sustainable initiatives by putting together sustainability action plans involving analyzing their waste streams, setting clear goals, working on materials management, reporting their sustainability efforts, and bringing in products with sustainable product certifications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure that brands are proven to be sustainable, retail buyers can check if they are certified by accredited sustainable organizations. Buyers can search for products on RangeMe with the following sustainable product certifications:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1337&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Certified B Corporation<\/a>: This certification means businesses are legally required to consider the impact of their decisions on their workers, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment<span class=\"footnote_referrer\"><a role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_6');\" onkeypress=\"footnote_moveToReference_5964_1('footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_6');\" ><sup id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_6\" class=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text\">6<\/sup><\/a><span id=\"footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_6\" class=\"footnote_tooltip\"> Certified B Corporation Guidebook. 2019. <\/span><\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_6').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_5964_1_6', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top right', relative: true, offset: [10, 10], });<\/script>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1752&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) Certification<\/a>: Ensures the sustainability of aquaculture products.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1743&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)<\/a>: Certifies the textile processing standard for organic fibers across the entire supply chain.<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=558&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Rainforest Alliance Certified<\/a>: Ensures that farms are meeting comprehensive environmental, social, and economic criteria associated with the Sustainable Agriculture Standard.<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=720&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)<\/a>: Brands with this certification promote sustainable forest management.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=751&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Ecocert<\/a>: Certifies brands claiming their products are organic.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1075&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Global Recycle Standard (GRS)<\/a>: Sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and chemical restrictions.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=701&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)<\/a>: Certifies sustainable seafood.<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1817&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI)<\/a>: Ensures that companies and their products are compostable.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=704&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">EPA Safer Choice<\/a>: Finds and certifies products that perform and are safer for human health and the environment.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1554&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">GLOBALG.A.P. Certification<\/a>: Certifies agriculture businesses and practices are safe and sustainable.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=1178&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Seafood Watch Green Rating<\/a>: Ensures that brands sell seafood that has been fished or farmed in ways that have less impact on the environment.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=520&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Energy Star<\/a>: Approves and shares information on the energy consumption of products and devices.<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=101&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Fair Trade Certified<\/a>: This certification means a brand is a leader in sustainable development and corporate social responsibility.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=2371&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Green Seal Certification<\/a>: Certifies products, services, restaurants, and hotels based on their criteria in performance, health, and sustainability.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=2372&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)<\/a>: Provides certifications to businesses that create healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=2374&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">TRUE Zero Waste<\/a>: Assists and certifies brands in achieving zero waste goals by limiting the amount of trash it takes to operate a business.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;partners=2373&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Green Business Bureau (GBB)<\/a>: Enables businesses to understand, implement, and certify green business practices.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The sustainability movement has no plans of slowing down. In 2020, more and more retailers will be bringing in brands that support their sustainability initiatives whether it is limiting their plastic packaging or greenhouse gas emissions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in seeing new products added to the searches above? Utilize the <a href=\"https:\/\/help.rangeme.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360026247413-How-to-Save-a-Search?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Saved Search<\/a> feature to stay ahead of 2020 sustainability trends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To discover more sustainable products check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/buyers\/current\/browse\/brands?collection=5&amp;collectionType=collection_id&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Sustainability Collection<\/a> on RangeMe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not a buyer? Log in to RangeMe <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/suppliers\/current\/dashboard?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a> to add your sustainability certifications or <a href=\"https:\/\/app.rangeme.com\/login?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_post&amp;utm_campaign=sustainability_collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">sign up for free<\/a> today!<\/p>\n<div class=\"speaker-mute footnotes_reference_container\"> <div class=\"footnote_container_prepare\"><p><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"footnote_reference_container_label pointer\" onclick=\"footnote_expand_collapse_reference_container_5964_1();\">&#x202F;<\/span><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"footnote_reference_container_collapse_button\" style=\"\" onclick=\"footnote_expand_collapse_reference_container_5964_1();\">[<a id=\"footnote_reference_container_collapse_button_5964_1\">+<\/a>]<\/span><\/p><\/div> <div id=\"footnote_references_container_5964_1\" style=\"display: none;\"><table class=\"footnotes_table footnote-reference-container\"><caption class=\"accessibility\">References<\/caption> <tbody> \r\n\r\n<tr class=\"footnotes_plugin_reference_row\"> <th scope=\"row\" class=\"footnote_plugin_index_combi pointer\"  onclick=\"footnote_moveToAnchor_5964_1('footnote_plugin_tooltip_5964_1_1');\"><a id=\"footnote_plugin_reference_5964_1_1\" class=\"footnote_backlink\"><span class=\"footnote_index_arrow\">&#8593;<\/span>1<\/a><\/th> <td class=\"footnote_plugin_text\"> Sustainable Share Index: Research on IRI Purchasing Data. 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