The next step in your sustainability efforts?

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are expected to create at least $12 trillion (€10.61T) of market opportunity by 2030. Further, several global surveys highlight the increasing number of companies that are aligning their impact reporting to the SDGs.

Opportunity

A 2019 report by Oxfam found that 62% of responding companies have public commitments to progress on the SDGs, and another found that out of 250 companies, 82% report on them. It was also found that most companies prioritize a select few of the goals that best align with their business models.

It was in recognition of this market and planetary impact opportunity that the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) developed the first, and only, pet-industry-specific accreditation for sustainability.

Partnering for progress

In partnership with BLab, PSC uses the SDG Action Manager Assessment to have companies assess the impact of their business operations, with all companies completing the baseline assessment, as well as their choice of at least two other goals.

The flexibility in assessment allows companies to focus on the areas of impact that best align with their business model, amplifying their positive impact in those key areas. Companies undergo a third-party desk audit to verify their assessment. The audit focuses on issues prioritized by PSC, related to responsible sourcing, economic well-being for stakeholders, and monitoring and reduction in the use of resources. Upon completion of the audit, companies meet a minimum score and commit to annual improvement to achieve accredited status.

How accreditation can help your business

The coalition is comprised of hundreds of members spanning retailers, distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, and brands. PSC fosters relationships with media partners, certifying agencies, sustainability experts, and more. Leveraging those relationships in the promotion of businesses that commit to continuous improvement through the accreditation program is a key focus.

Key benefits

Key benefits of accreditation are:

• Establish credibility with employees: Show your employees that you take sustainability seriously. Engage them in a process that makes it real.
• Attract the best talent: Job seekers at every level are looking for employers that demonstrate a commitment to having a positive impact.
• Stand out at marketing and sales events: Recognition for sustainability at pet industry events and trade shows. Top performers earn placement in PSC booths.
• Premiere placement at Pet Sustainability Coalition events: Accredited businesses receive the first option for sponsorships as well as special placement and recognition at industry-wide conferences and webinars.
• Gain rights to the accreditation badge: When your company earns Pet Sustainability Accreditation, you get to sport the accreditation stamp. The badge sits next to your company’s name at select trade shows and online events and can be used in your marketing materials.
• Media exposure: Earn spotlights at virtual events, be recognized in PSC’s partners’ publications, and be considered for Accreditation Awards.

To learn more about becoming accredited please contact the Accreditation Manager at accreditation@petsustainability.org or visit petsustainability.org/psc-accreditation/