Unilever OKs RSB standard for “sustainable sourcing” certification

In Switzerland, Unilever has reviewed the RSB standard and certification system, and will now recognize RSB-certified products as “sustainably sourced.” Such products will be integrated in Unilever’s supply chain without any additional sustainability check, thus facilitating access to Unilever’s procurement for RSB-certified producers. The RSB standard and certification scheme cover environmental aspects of biomass production and processing, such as biodiversity, water and soil, as well as many social aspects such as working conditions, food security and human rights.

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