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Message from the CEO -
2020 Wrap Up
Our CEO, Michelle Thomas, explores the tumultuous yet hopeful year that was 2020. From embracing circular solutions and a determination to build back better, to an increase in collaboration and much more!
Spectrum Floors
Spectrum Floors is a 100% Australian owned family business with a mission to be the trusted source of quality flooring and accessories. We recently spoke to them about what sets them apart from others in their sector and how GECA certification drives positive change.
Meet Our New and Freshly Recertified Licensees!
We're thrilled to welcome our newest licensees to the GECA licensee family.
Cleanaway is Australia’s leading integrated waste management, industrial, health, and environmental services company. Their team of more than 6,000 highly trained staff is supported by a fleet of over 4,000 specialist vehicles working from approximately 250 locations across Australia. They have certified under our Waste Collection Services standard.
Schiavello is a top 100 Australian private company built on quality, service excellence, and innovation. They have been creating and servicing world-class work and living environments for over 50 years. They have certified under our Furniture, Fittings, Foam & Mattresses (Level A) and Furniture & Fittings (Level B) standards.
And congratulations to Shaw Contract Group, and Italplast who have recently renewed their GECA certification, demonstrating their ongoing commitment to having a lower environmental, health, and social impact!
New GECA Certified Products!
JMP Holdings' Kathmandu & Haynes satchels are made from recycled LDPE and come in a variety of sizes.
Koh Surface Protect is a long-lasting, eco-friendly surface sanitiser clinically proven to kill 99.9% of bacteria and keep surfaces protected for 7 days in one single spray.
CSR Gyprock has added three new products to their certified range, Gyprock DIY Less Mess Topping Compound, Gyprock Pro-Repair 10, and Gyprock Plaster Accelerator.
New Claims Licensees!
Congratulations to our two new Claims Authentication Licensees for going beyond a self-declared claim and PROVING their claim via independent third-party assurance!
Cleanbarrow has had the following claim authenticated - "SLURRYTUB filters the sediment from cement slurry, allowing for safe disposal or recycling of the dried cement and cleared water". SLURRYTUB is a patented and Australian owned and made portable filtering system invented by a builder after witnessing repeated environmental damage to our gardens, roads, and stormwater systems.
Officeworks has had ten recycled content claims authenticated for 54 products. Officeworks is dedicated to operating in a sustainable manner, including building and maintaining meaningful connections with the communities in which it operates, fundraising for its national partners and local community groups, continuing to reduce its impact on the environment and source responsibly.
Have Your Say on GECA’s Updated Standards!
Industry sectors are continually evolving, and we believe it’s vital that we continue to monitor our standards for relevance. This means that we review our standards every seven years or earlier.
New draft versions of GECA’s Cleaning Services (CSv2.0-2020), Carpets (Cv3.0-2020), Floor Coverings (FCv3.0-2020) and Panel Boards (PBv3.0-2020) standards are now available for public comment.
GECA welcomes comments on each standard from the public and industry professionals until 12 February 2021.
GECA's Annual Review
It's that time of year again! GECA's Annual Review takes an in-depth look at our achievements for 2020 and a sneak-peak at our strategic direction moving forward.
Welcome Our New CEO - Michelle Thomas
Since the start of 2020, Michelle Thomas has been our Acting CEO. We’re delighted to announce that the GECA Board has unanimously decided to appoint Michelle as our new permanent CEO!
It’s a Wrap – Innovations for a Circular Economy
We're proud to have delivered an event this year that brought together government, businesses, and community to build a circular economy – all while celebrating World Ecolabel Day! You can now access recordings from the day and additional resources supplied by our expert speakers.
GECA Joins the Trusted Labels Group
As part of our commitment to radical collaboration, GECA has joined the Trusted Labels Group. The group aims to identify common areas of interest and shared learnings while promoting the many benefits of independent third-party certification.
Deepali Ghadge Joins LFIA's Technical Working Group
Earlier this month, the Living Future Institute of Australia (LFIA) announced the appointment of its first industry-lead Technical Working Group (TWG) after a public call for expressions of interest. Our Standards & Technical Officer, Deepali Ghadge, is one of the 18 appointed members of the TWG, representing experts from a broad range of industries, organisations and experiences.
GECA Joins Businesses and Organisations in Calling for the Government to Adopt the Climate Change Bill
In November, as a member of the B Corp Climate Collective, GECA joined leaders in business, technology, finance, environment, and health to write a joint letter to all Members of Federal Parliament urging them to adopt the Climate Change Bill.
Jess Mutton Completes SA8000 Training!
Last month our Business Development & Project Manager, Jess Mutton, completed the SA8000 Standard Introduction & Basic Auditor Training with Social Accountability International. The SA8000 Standard is a world-leading social certification program, providing a framework for businesses around the fair treatment of workers.
Happy Holidays from GECA!
We hope you all enjoy a safe, happy and healthy holiday period! Our office closure dates are from 24 December until 4 January. See you in the New Year!
Business Clean Up Day 2021
2 March, Australia
If your organisation is keen to get involved in a staff clean up event, registrations are now open for next year's Business Clean Up Day! It's the perfect opportunity to:
- Engage your team on fun, practical, (COVID-19-friendly) volunteering experiences
- Enjoy the great outdoors and improve your local environment
- Involve your staff, customers and stakeholders
- Grow relationship connections through shared experiences
Click below to find out more or contact Sally Miles, General Manager – Corporate Partnerships on 0404 477 133 or smiles@cleanup.com.au.
