# Carbon Reduction Certifications - **Carbon Emissions Reductions Achieved** This claim, verified by the Carbon Trust, shows that the product’s carbon footprint is reducing over time and that the company has committed to achieving ongoing footprint reductions with validated reduction plans. Wherever the label appears on a consumer product, this represents a full life cycle (cradle-to-grave) footprint. [More Info](/content/framework/Carbon-Emissions-Reductions-Achieved/index.html) - **Carbon Measured** This business has measured the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by its operations and supply chain, or its product. Greenhouse gases from human activities are the most significant driver of climate change. [More Info](/content/framework/carbon-measured/index.html) - **Carbon Offsetting** This business is funding external projects that remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere to compensate for its own emissions. Greenhouse gases from human activities are the most significant driver of climate change. [More Info](/content/framework/carbon-offsetting/index.html) - **Reduced Carbon Footprint** The business has reduced the total greenhouse gas emissions associated with either the organisation or a specific product. [More Info](/content/framework/reduced-carbon-footprint/index.html) - **Reducing Carbon Emissions** This business has implemented one or more practices to reduce its carbon footprint. The practices target key emission hotspots and have been implemented across the business and supply chain. Greenhouse gases from human activities are the most significant driver of climate change. [More Info](/content/framework/reducing-carbon-emissions/index.html) - **Renewable Energy** At least 80% of the energy used by the business is from renewable sources. Renewable sources are defined as those that naturally replenish within a human lifetime (e.g. biomass, wind or solar power). [More Info](/content/framework/renewable-energy/index.html) - **SBTi Approved Targets** The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) drives ambitious climate action in the private sector. Its mission is to enable organizations to set emissions reduction targets in line with the latest climate science, aligning corporate action with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. [More Info](/content/framework/SBTi-Approved-Net-Zero-Targets/index.html) # Waste Management Certifications - **Circular: Recycled, Recyclable & Refillable** The full lifecycle of this product’s packaging has been considered, and the circular economy principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle have been factored in to reduce landfill waste. [More Info](/content/framework/Circular-recycled-recyclable-refillable/index.html) - **Compostable Packaging Parts** Part of this product or its packaging is capable of decomposing naturally in a home compost or in an industrial compost environment, in a way that is not harmful to the environment and produces compost. [More Info](/content/framework/compostable-parts/index.html) - **Cradle to Cradle** Cradle to Cradle Certified® is a product standard managed by the Cradle to Cradle Institute. Products are assessed for environmental and social performance across five categories: material health, material reuse, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. [More Info](/content/framework/cradle-to-cradle/index.html) - **Fully Compostable Packaging** This product's packaging is capable of decomposing naturally in a home compost or in an industrial compost environment. [More Info](/content/framework/fully-compostable/index.html) - **Fully Recycled Packaging** This product’s packaging is made entirely of recycled material. [More Info](/content/framework/fully-recycled-packaging/index.html) - **Fully Recycled Product** This product is made of recycled materials. [More Info](/content/framework/fully-recycled-product/index.html) - **GRS** The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) verifies products contain a minimum of 50% recycled materials. Certified facilities must meet requirements on working conditions and environmental impacts. [More Info](/content/framework/grs/index.html) - **Partly Recyclable Packaging** Part of this product's packaging is kerbside collected and can be broken down into raw materials and repurposed. [More Info](/content/framework/partly-recyclable-packaging/index.html) - **Partly Recycled Packaging** This product’s packaging includes some recycled content. [More Info](/content/framework/partly-recycled-packaging/index.html) - **Reduced Packaging** This business has reduced the amount of plastic or glass packaging compared to a baseline within the last two years. [More Info](/content/framework/reduced-packaging/index.html) - **Refill Solution** This product's packaging is designed to be reused for the same use case. [More Info](/content/framework/refill-solution/index.html) - **Upcycled Ingredients** Some or all parts of this product were converted from materials that would have otherwise been discarded. [More Info](/content/framework/upcycled-ingredients/index.html) - **Widely Recyclable Packaging** This product's packaging can be broken down into raw materials and repurposed. [More Info](/content/framework/widely-recyclable-packaging/index.html) # Nature Certifications - **1% for the Planet Product** A certified product commits 1% of annual revenue to vetted organizations. [More Info](/content/framework/1-for-the-planet-product/index.html) - **Alliance for Water Stewardship** The AWS standard helps businesses better understand and manage their water consumption within a catchment context. [More Info](/content/framework/alliance-for-water-stewardship/index.html) - **Bee Welfare Practices** The honey in this product comes from beekeepers who follow welfare standards that go beyond industry norms. [More Info](/content/framework/bee-welfare-practices/index.html) - **Bord Bia Grass-Fed** Bord Bia’s standard for beef states that at least 90% of the feed consumed by the animal be grass or forage. [More Info](/content/framework/bord-bia-grass-fed/index.html) - **Bord Bia Quality Assurance** This scheme independently audits farms and processors against standards covering food safety, traceability, and animal welfare. [More Info](/content/framework/bord-bia-quality-assurance/index.html) - **Demeter Biodynamic** The Demeter standard is based on holistic farming principles aimed at ecological and social responsibility. [More Info](/content/framework/demeter-certified-biodynamic/index.html) - **EU Ecolabel** This certification signifies a product’s commitment to high environmental performance throughout its life cycle. [More Info](/content/framework/eu-ecolabel/index.html) - **EU Organic** The EU Organic label certifies products that meet strict EU organic farming standards. [More Info](/content/framework/eu-organic/index.html) - **Fair to Nature** This certification scheme focuses on biodiversity and requires certified farms to dedicate at least 10% of their farmland to high-quality nature habitats. [More Info](/content/framework/fair-to-nature/index.html) - **Non-GMO Project Verified** This certification verifies that a product does not contain any GMO-derived ingredients. [More Info](/content/framework/non-gmo-project-verified/index.html) - **USDA Organic** The USDA Organic label signals products grown under the organic guidelines provided by the USDA. [More Info](/content/framework/usda-organic/index.html) - **Vegan** This product contains no animal products or derivatives. [More Info](/content/framework/vegan/index.html) - **Vegetarian** This product does not contain any ingredients from animal slaughter. [More Info](/content/framework/vegetarian/index.html) # Community Certifications - **Living Wage Employer** This certification ensures that employers pay a living wage to all staff. [More Info](/content/framework/living-wage-employer/index.html) - **Made in Britain** This organization supports British manufacturers and promotes responsible businesses. [More Info](/content/framework/made-in-britain/index.html) - **Social Enterprise UK** A network of social enterprises in the UK that promotes social good. [More Info](/content/framework/social-enterprise-uk/index.html) - **Fairtrade** The Fairtrade Foundation manages the Fairtrade Mark and sets standards for businesses and producers. [More Info](/content/framework/fairtrade-international/index.html) - **Donates to Charity** Monetary or in-kind donations have been made to registered charities in the last year. [More Info](/content/framework/donates-to-charity/index.html) # Health Certifications - **Gluten Free** This product is suitable for those who need to avoid gluten. [More Info](/content/framework/gluten-free/index.html) - **Low in Salt** This product has a low salt content per 100g. [More Info](/content/framework/low-in-salt/index.html) - **High in Protein** This product has a high concentration of protein relative to its energy content. [More Info](/content/framework/high-in-protein/index.html) - **High in Fibre** This product has a high concentration of dietary fibre. [More Info](/content/framework/high-in-fibre/index.html)