Week 3: Survey Criteria and Sustainability Criteria

Zero Waste // Sustainably Sourced // Organic products // OR //  Committed to waste reduction	Sell sustainably harvested products Use a sustainable water source Products are made without “regular use of synthetic pesticides or herbicides and genetic modification” Only use sustainable packaging Materials are harvested in ways “that don’t contribute to habitat loss, species extinction or resource degradation”.  Products are made within a cyclical system - all materials will return to the earth // Products can be returned to the company who then reuses the materials  Reduces waste to landfill and disposes of it thoughtfully Diverts recyclables from landfill  Composts organise waste Provides packaging that is reusable or recyclable
Carbon Zero Certified  // OR // Carbon Conscious	Has zero net carbon emissions and is certified Uses renewable energy Minimises manufacturing emissions  Is open about their carbon emissions and meets the required target Has an active plan in reducing Energy and water efficient  Measures energy and water uses and aims to improve  Controls and limits greenhouse gases
Vegan	Does not contain any animal ingredients
Cruelty Free in all respects	Ensures animal welfare and allows them freedom from thirst, hunger and malnutrition; from distress; from, or rapid treatment of illness or injury.
Living wage // Fair Trade	All staff members are paid a living wage including companies they trade with Gender equality Products aren’t made by child or slave labour Do not force labour Raise awareness  Do not discriminate or tolerate bullying or violence “Do not test for HIV, pregnancy or genetic disorders” Safe and good working conditions Employees are protected and supported
Supports locals	Supports local businesses Provides jobs to locals  Locally sourced materials
Companies have transparency and willingness to comply; accountability	Are open to audits  Actively decided to participate and improve  Do not violate any laws  Record their methods     Company trains staff and evolves to meet ongoing environmental needs
Companies encourage customers and raise awareness for environmental issues
Uses safe materials - optimises wellbeing
Companies raise money and awareness for chosen community charities

Done by Annelies