A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a comprehensive methodology that adopts a “cradle-to-grave” approach to evaluate the environmental impact of a product or service. Originating in the 1960s and 1970s, this framework looks at the entire lifespan of a product or service – from the initial extraction and processing of raw materials to the manufacturing […]

An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) not only provides a transparent view of a product’s environmental impact but also serves as a comparative tool for stakeholders. In this blog post, we will discuss what an EPD is, its basis, its validity, and its diverse applications. What is an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)? The Environmental Product Declaration, […]

In this blog, we discuss the differences between Scope 1, 2, and 3 and provide information on reporting greenhouse gas emissions – focusing on scope 3. What are scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon emissions? The scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions classification system was developed in the 1990s to help organisations understand, categorise and […]

In June 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released two new standards: IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) S1 and IFRS S2. IFRS S1 is concerned with the disclosure of sustainability-related financial information and IFRS S2 with the disclosure of climate-related information. ISSB’s new standards ensure that companies provide sustainability information and financial statements in […]

On 26 June 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) formally released the International Financial Reporting Standards S1 and S2. S1 relates to the disclosure of sustainability-related financial information and IFRS S2 to climate-related information.  In 2021, the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation (IFRS Foundation) officially established the ISSB at the COP26 conference. The IFRS […]

This week, we are thrilled to announce that Design Conformity has certified over 1,000 commercial furniture designs! This is a significant milestone for us, and we are excited to celebrate this achievement. In this article, we’ll take you on our journey, from our humble beginnings to where we are heading, and share some insights into […]

‘Sustainability’ is a subject that has pushed it’s way to the forefront of many business decisions over the past decade. Once a ‘nice-to-have’, a commitment to sustainability is now essential ethically, legally[i] and commercially. The retail industry is one of the highest contributors to GHG emissions in the UK and the production of retail display equipment […]