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With a myriad of environmental certifications and standards affecting global supply chains, organisations are often stretched to adhere to their requirements. Anthesis specialises in guiding businesses through this landscape, offering comprehensive solutions that align with modern sustainability standards.

We understand that embracing environmental certifications is not simply a commitment to sustainability; it’s a strategic step towards operational excellence. Our experts bring a wealth of experience to ensure that your journey towards certification is not only streamlined, but is also tailored to your unique needs.

Supply Chain Certification Solutions

Recognising that every organisation is unique, our flexible support and wide-ranging expertise are applied precisely where needed. Whether you’re a manufacturer, supplier, brand owner, or distributor, Anthesis is your dedicated partner in achieving sustainability goals and enhancing brand reputation.

Our Approach to Certification

Implementation – From ISO standards (14001, 26000, 45001, 50001, 31000) to BES (8903), OCHAS, BREEAM, and LEED, we specialise in implementing and upgrading environmental certifications in a targeted, efficient manner.

Materiality – Our materiality assessments ensure alignment with stakeholder requirements, laying the foundation for a robust sustainability approach.

Gap Analysis – We conduct thorough reviews of your current processes and systems, identifying key actions required for successful certification implementation. Our high-level planning ensures a clear roadmap, bridging the gap between your existing practices and the desired standards.

Training – Communication and training are pivotal for successful certification integration. We excel in developing targeted and effective communication plans and training programs, ensuring that your team is empowered to embrace and implement sustainability standards seamlessly.

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Case Studies

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Textile Brand Certification Strategy for a Global Apparel Retailer

The Situation An apparel retailer was working to determine a strategy for certifying its supply chain against industry textile sustainability standards (e.g. Textile Exchange CCS 3.0, G.O.T.S., FSC, etc.) and exercise best practices supporting product claims. The apparel retailer wanted support and analysis to understand the following: This analysis would be used to develop a…

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Achieving Responsible Sourcing Certification for Steadman’s

The Situation A. Steadman and Son (Steadman’s), part of the leading specialist building distributor SIG Trading Ltd, is a major supplier of steel cladding and roofing to the construction and agricultural industries. With the focus on responsible sourcing gaining momentum in the construction sector, Stedman’s wanted to be able to assure its customers that Steadman’s…

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Supporting Climate Activator Certification for PLUS

The Situation PLUS Holding has 550 supermarkets in the Netherlands and acquired 350 COOP supermarkets, which will be transformed to PLUS during 2024 and 2025.PLUS is a pioneer when it comes to improving sustainability. It was the first supermarket to stock coffee and tea, followed by bananas, pineapples, eggplants, oranges and potatoes. Stone fruit will…

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Delivering International Market Due Diligence for an Investor Group

The Situation Anthesis prepared a commercial market due diligence report for an investor group that was considering an investment in PerPETual Global Technology Ltd (PGTL). PGTL owns a proprietary, fully commercialised technology to convert PET plastic flakes into polyester filament and potentially other products using its own patented process. Its first operational plant is in…

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Developing Chemical Management Approach for Holt Renfrew

The Situation Anthesis worked with Holt Renfrew to gather information to develop a chemicals management approach for beauty and personal care products sold in their stores. The work led to the development of a set of criteria for their H Project Approved Clean Beauty and Clean Beauty+ responsible buy icon. Solutions Sustainable Chemistry Impact Chemicals…

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Verifying Climate Pledge Friendly Programme for Amazon

Situation Amazon announced the launch of Climate Pledge Friendly, a new programme to help make it easier for customers to discover and shop for more sustainable products. Impact Customers will now see the Climate Pledge Friendly badge on thousands of products to signify that the products have one or more of 19 different sustainability certifications that…

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The challenge with this type of project [Responsible sourcing certification] is finding the right advisory partner that instinctively understands what is needed, understand our business, and can deliver efficiently against the project brief. Anthesis’ way of working and communicating enabled us to execute the project on time, on budget, and to an excellent standard.

Heinrich Jonker, SIG Building Solutions