Sustainable Certifications

Our Solution Explained: 

Sustainable certifications provided by OpsConsul encompass a range of frameworks and standards that your organisation can adopt to demonstrate commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. These certifications help organisations improve transparency, enhance credibility, and communicate their sustainability performance to stakeholders effectively. Here are some of the key sustainable certifications and frameworks relevant to organisations operating in the UK:

1.  Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD): The TCFD provides a framework for companies to disclose climate-related financial risks and opportunities. (“TCFD - Definition”) It encourages organisations to provide information on governance, strategy, risk management, and metrics related to climate change, helping investors, regulators, and other stakeholders make informed decisions.

2.  Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB): The SASB develops sustainability accounting standards that help companies disclose material sustainability information to investors in a consistent and comparable manner. These standards cover industry-specific issues and provide guidance on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to sustainability.

3.  Global Reporting Initiative (GRI): The GRI provides a widely used framework for sustainability reporting, enabling organisations to measure and communicate their economic, environmental, and social impacts. (“What is ESG reporting, and should you be doing it?”) The GRI Standards help businesses report on their sustainability performance in a transparent manner, engaging stakeholders and improving accountability.

4.  International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB): The ISSB, established by the IFRS Foundation, aims to develop and maintain a comprehensive global baseline of sustainability disclosure standards that provide investors and other capital market participants with information about a company’s sustainability-related risks and opportunities.

5.  Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): A now mandatory European regulation that enhances and expands reporting requirements for sustainability. The CSRD aims to ensure companies disclose relevant social and environmental information in a consistent and comparable manner, particularly focusing on large enterprises and those listed on regulated markets.

6.  ISO 14001: This international standard provides a framework for organisations to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an environmental management system (EMS). "It helps organisations improve their environmental performance through more efficient use of resources and reduction of waste

7.  ISO 50001: A standard for energy management systems that helps organisations continually improve their energy performance, including energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

8.  B Corp Certification: This certification evaluates a company’s social and environmental performance, ensuring that it meets high standards of transparency, accountability, and performance. Certified B Corporations are legally required to consider the impact of their decisions on all stakeholders, not just shareholders.

OpsConsul play a vital role in guiding your organisation through the certification process for these frameworks, offering services such as:

·         Gap Analysis: Evaluating existing practices against the requirements of the chosen certification to identify areas for improvement.

·         Documentation and Reporting: Assisting in preparing the necessary documentation and reports to demonstrate compliance with certification criteria.

·         Training and Workshop Facilitation: Engaging employees and stakeholders in training programmes to foster a culture of sustainability and ensure staff understand the importance of compliance.

·         Implementation Support: Providing ongoing support in the implementation of necessary changes and practices to achieve certification.

·         Monitoring and Continuous Improvement: Establishing mechanisms for ongoing monitoring and reporting, ensuring that the organisation continues to meet certification standards over time.

By engaging in sustainable certifications, your organisation can enhance reputation, attract socially conscious investors, and demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, ultimately contributing positively to the overall operational goals and the broader community.