Tools and Mechanisms

Connecting Communities to Make Markets: developing small-scale markets for FSC-certified community forest operations

http://www.policy-powertools.org/Tools/Engaging/do...

This tool illustrates ways of improving the marketing of community forest products, with specific reference to FSC (Forest Stewardship Coucil) forestry certification. It also aims to improve buyers' understanding of the difficulties faced by communities in developing marketable products. The aim is to influence policies on the procurement of forest products. It was created based on a series of interviews with designers, architects, timber consumers in the State of Sao Paulo and with FSC-certified community producers in the State of Acre.

Conservation Grade

http://www.conservationgrade.org/

The Conservation Grade is a sustainability protocol implemented by farmers in return for a contracted premium price for their crop. They prescribe to the creation and maintenance of wildlife habitats, creation of a Farm Environment Plan, certain production requirements, and pesticide restrictions.

Conservation Principles for Coffee Production

http://www.conservation.org/sites/celb/Documents/C...

These principles were developed in consultation with coffee growers, importers, roasters, retailers, and conservationists, and serve as a common framework for companies and farmers seeking to integrate biodiversity conservation and social standards into their business practices. Furthermore, they were developed with in collaboration with Conservation International, Rainforest Alliance, and the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Centre in 2001, and initiatives such as the Common Code for Coffee post date them.

Construction Industry Research and Information Association

http://www.ciria.org/service/

CIRIA is an independent member-based not-for-profit association that delivers a programme of business improvement services and research activities for both members and those engaged with the delivery and operation of the built environment. It has developed tools and guidelines for different aspects of sustainable construction.

Corporate Biodiversity Management Handbook

http://www.bmu.de/files/english/pdf/application/pd...

This hand-book gives enterprises concrete implementation tools for instituting biodiversity management practices. At the same time it introduces methods and tested instruments through best-practice examples from the ‘Biodiversity in Good Company’ Initiative members.

Corporate Ecosystem Services Review (ESR)

http://www.wri.org/project/ecosystem-services-revi...

Developed by WRI, in conjunction with WBCSD and the Meridian Institute, this tool enables companies to identify business risks and opportunities arising from company’s dependence and impact on ecosystem services. Can be applied at site, market, product or sector level and can feed into Environmental Impact Assessments. Can also help identify new markets/ products. Following this, an initiative has been developed to determine how ecosystem services can be integrated into existing tools and management systems.

Corporate Ecosystem Valuation

http://www.wbcsd.org/web/cev.htm

This first-of-its-kind framework enables companies to consider the actual benefits and value of the ecosystem services they depend upon and impact, giving them new information and insights to include in business planning and financial analysis. This will support improved business decision-making by creating more alignment between the financial, ecological, and societal objectives of companies.

The Guide was developed through an 18-month process of close collaboration with 4 partner organizations - ERM, IUCN, PwC and WRI, as well as fourteen WBCSD member Road Testers. The guide operationalizes TEEB at the company level.

Corporate Environmental Responsibility Group

http://www.earthwatch.org/europe/get_involved/invo...

CERG provides a cross-sectoral forum for exchanging ideas and raising corporate awareness about, and engagement in, sustainability-related issues.

Cosmetics Organic Standard

http://www.cosmos-standard.org/

The Cosmetics Organic Standard is a Europe-wide harmonized cosmetic standard. It provides standards related to organic production and minimal pollution / waste throughout the supply chain of cosmetic products, and includes reference to CITES.  Also provided are labeling and technical guidelines.

Cosmetics Valley

http://www.cosmetic-valley.com/en/main.php

Cosmetics Valley is a France-based industry group that has produced a charter for eco-responsibility. This includes commitments to generic environmental actions such as reduced waste, pollution, and energy consumption, as well as the preservation of biodiversity.