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Welcome to our Social IssueThe lifeblood of any supply chain is people – and at GECA, we know there's no such thing as sustainability without accounting for social impacts. A sustainable future requires a holistic approach - acknowledging the interconnectedness between the environment, people and economic outcomes. Unfortunately, the pandemic has exacerbated existing pressures on workers around the world. There's never been a more crucial time for organisations to step up and embrace supply chain transparency! Becoming GECA certified is one excellent way to achieve this. Each of our lifecycle ecolabel standards includes social criteria, such as equal opportunity, fair pay, lawful conduct, modern slavery reporting, and commitments to international initiatives such as the UN Global Compact. In this issue of the GECA Newsletter, we explore the critical nature of embedding social into your sustainability policies and provide resources to help you get started. |
Recertified: Baxta
Baxta is a third-party manufacturer and specialist systems consultancy for paints, textures and renders specialising in major construction projects. The team works closely with architects, builders and painting contractors who require the best systems, products and advice. They have recently recertified under our Paints & Coatings standard.
Recertified: JS Hayes
JS Hayes has its origins as a cleaning contractor in the 1970s. They are now a leading supplier of cleaning, janitorial and healthcare products across Australia. JS Hayes is client-focused and proudly Australian-owned. They have recently recertified under our Sanitary Paper Products standard.
Recertified: Wattyl
Wattyl has been making quality, high-performance paints and coatings for over a century. Wattyl is proud to be making a difference in Australian homes and major projects with its latest technology in surface coatings. They have recently recertified under our Paints & Coatings standard.
Chemrose has recently added Dream, Drain Pain and Greendish to their Cleaning Products certification.
Earthwise has recently added Earthwise Multi-Surface Spray 500ml - Tea Tree & Thyme, Earthwise Multi-Surface Spray 500ml – Citrus & mint, Earthwise Kitchen Surface Spray 500ml – Pomegranate, and Earthwise Shower & Bathroom Cleaner 500ml – Eucalyptus & Lemon to their Cleaning Products certification.
The Value of Social Hotspot Assessments
One way to begin your journey in improving social sustainability in your company is to undertake a high-level assessment of social risks across your company's global supply chains using a Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA) method.
We've created a GECA Guide to outline how you can use this tool to obtain transparent information on worker's rights, community development, consumer protections, and societal benefits, improve your management of social responsibility issues, and plan improvements.
Access FREE Training on Social Sustainability with Supply Chain Sustainability School
At GECA, we know that creating a more sustainable and prosperous future requires us to invest in genuinely symbiotic and inclusive supply chains. That's one of the many reasons we're proud to be an Industry Fellow and Silver Member of the Supply Chain Sustainability School.
The School's resources cover environmental, social and economic sustainability topics, including modern slavery, diversity inclusion, climate change and circular economy.
We sat down with the School's CEO, Hayley Jarick, to unpack how the platform can benefit everyone in any industry in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Recognising Indigenous Knowledges is Not Just Culturally Sound, it’s Good Science
New research from Edith Cowan University further demonstrates the need to recognise the value of First Nations people's knowledge when finding new and more effective ways to tackle climate and other environmental problems.
Farewell Paula!
After more than seven years with GECA, we say a fond farewell to Paula Clasby, GECA's Head of Engagement and Marketing. Paula has been integral to the growth of GECA, working closely with our licensees and supporting them on their GECA journey. She has been involved in many crucial projects, driving and delivering objectives meticulously and with tremendous enthusiasm. Her passion for GECA and all things sustainability-related is infinite. We will miss her immensely, but know that she will carry that sustainability drive and desire to help organisations on their journey with her in every role she undertakes.
Introducing Shelby!
We're thrilled to welcome Shelby Kerr as our new Client Engagement Officer. Shelby is a customer and client success specialist, having worked in the circular economy space and tourism sectors. Shelby's role focuses on supporting GECA to develop new and maintain existing partnerships, ensuring the success of GECA's strategic goals.
Welcome, Sakshi!
We're delighted to welcome Sakshi Shrivastava as our new Intern! Sakshi joins us from the Virtual Global Work Attachment Programme (GWAP) at City University of Hong Kong. She is assisting Team GECA with delivering our Standards Strategy and conducting a systematic quantitative literature review project.
NAIDOC Week 2022
3 - 10 July, National
NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year's theme is Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! - recognising the history of getting up, standing up, and showing up – from the Frontier Wars to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities fighting for change today, and the courage not to lose momentum for change. We urge our GECA Family to take this opportunity to learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and engage with local NAIDOC Week activities.
Join GECA at AWRE 2022
24 - 25 August, Sydney
At GECA, we're proud to be a Supporting Partner of the Australasian Waste and Recycling Expo (AWRE). Join us on Wednesday, 24 August at 11:30 am in Theatre 2 for – The Future of Circular Furniture. GECA's Head of Business & Strategy, Jess Mutton, will join Lloyd Parker (Edge Environment) and Blake Lindley (Cirq Solutions) to discuss the key issues, barriers, opportunities and solutions surrounding commercial furniture waste. You will also have the chance to visit our Materials in Mind pod at Stand G64!
GECA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, water, culture, and community. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present, and emerging.
