Tools & guides

Research by DNV and WBCSD on Circular Economy from around the world. Contributed by Antonio Astone

A circular economy represents a departure from traditional manufacture and consumption patterns. It is intended to reduce consumption of resources by designing waste out of the system. The concept is not new, but results from this ViewPoint survey aimed at gaining More than half of respondents, report they are beginning to explore the issue and prepared to adopt at least one model within the next 3-5 years. Around 12% report circularity being core to their business strategy but only 5.9% indicate a mature approach.understanding of adoption, new business models, actions and benefits applied and achieved by companies transitioning suggest limited take up.

Energy and Resource Efficiency Textbook – free PDF on completion of a short online form

This is the definitive 840 page guide to adding value and sustaining change in organizations through energy and resource efficiency. The PDF is made available free of charge by the author. It is a beautifully illustrated, meticulously researched and comprehensive manual for anyone interested in achieving real change.

Modern slavery assurance guide

A guide prepared for the UK Local Govenment Authority to help buyers to understand how to mitigate risks of modern slavery in their supply chains.

ISO 20400 overview

A document from ISO explaining the purpose and application of the ISO standard

BSI Safer working practices for Covid and beyond

Spotlight 1: Supply Chain Risk Mitigation and Resilience

Part of the Return on Sustainability series, this ebook analyzes ways in which businesses with strong sustainable programs in place mitigate risks during crises and beyond.

Zero Waste Scotland

Scotland’s Corporate plan for 2019 to 2023 and beyond.

Galvanizing Action: Strategies to Maximize Engagement in Sustainable Public Purchasing

Whitepaper based on interviews with state CPOs (California and Minnesota) and state and city program leaders – focus on engaging stakeholders and expanding participation in and support of sustainable procurement.

«Plastic Game Changer» by Amanda Keetley

Grateful thanks go to Amanda Keetley who donated her book «Plastic Game Changer» as a FREE E Book to our website and it’s users.