Doing Good is Good for Business
By CSR-Accreditation
Doing Good is Good for BusinessAug 04, 2022
Changing the way businesses manage the workplace environment
This podcast is all about ways to improve the workplace environment. It is a conversation between Ralph Izod, MD of Envelo and Richard Collins, founder of CSR-A.
They discuss some of the common challenges in the workplace and the background to this, how Envelo can help businesses to improve the air quality of the office environment, the benefits of a more sustainable workplace to health and the planet and the role that data can play in this.
Envelo is a technology company born from the desire to create healthier, safer and more efficient indoor spaces for
everyone.
They want to make it easy for businesses to be more sustainable, whilst also improving the health and wellbeing of their employees. That’s why their cutting-edge technologies and platform brings together data, insights and actions to make it easy for customers to make big impacts that benefit their people and their bottom line.
CSR-A is the only organisation delivering a global Environmental and Social Responsibility Accreditation. The CSR Accreditation provides independent validation and recognition of an organisation’s environmental and socially responsible activities. It is a powerful way to communicate these positive actions to all stakeholders.
The CSR Accreditation is an effective way to baseline and benchmark what you are already doing with regard to environmental and social responsibility. It is a process in which you collate, measure and report on your organisation’s socially responsible activities. An accreditation will also provide you with a roadmap for planning future activity.
The Podcast is hosted by Richard Collins - CEO of CSR-A
https://csr-accreditation.co.uk/
With Ralph Izod, MD of Envelo
Virgin Money - Setting the standard for sustainability linked loans
Virgin Money is the first bank in Europe to offer sustainability-linked loans to UK businesses of all sizes. In this podcast, Richard Collins, CEO of CSR Accreditation and Scott McFarlane, Manager, Business Performance at Virgin Money will discuss:
· What is a holistic approach to sustainability funding?
· What is the banking sector doing?
· A brief history of Sustainability Linked Loans
· Commitment by Virgin Money and the Future Fit framework
· Sustainability credentials and eligibility
· Collaborative responsibility – Case study
· CSR-A Independent validation and recognition
Virgin Money has launched sustainability-linked loans (SLL) for UK businesses of all sizes. The SLL will reduce the cost of finance for those businesses whose core activities proactively help the economy transition to a more sustainable model.
CSR-A is the only organisation delivering a global Environmental and Social Responsibility Accreditation. The CSR Accreditation provides independent validation and recognition of an organisation’s environmental and socially responsible activities. It is a powerful way to communicate these positive actions to all stakeholders.
The podcast is hosted by Richard Collins, CEO CSR-A – www.csr-accreditation.co.uk
With Scott McFarlane - Manager, Business Performance, Virgin Money - https://uk.virginmoney.com/brighter-money/business-loans-future-is-green/
Setting the Standard in Retail Sustainability
Design Conformity are the first independent quality and sustainability design standard for the retail fixtures and furniture industry. By adopting this design standard and certification process, designers and manufacturers ensure their adherence to quality standards (UKCA and CE) and commitment to sustainable, circular design practice (ISO and GHG) for their customers.
Implementing this circular design standard allows manufacturers to benefit from a continuous carbon reduction process, through a strategy of Reuse, Reduce and Recycle. This reduces manufacturers’ Scope 1 carbon emissions and their customers’ Scope 3 carbon emissions.
CSR-A is the only organisation delivering a global Environmental and Social Responsibility Accreditation. The CSR Accreditation provides independent validation and recognition of an organisation's environmental and socially responsible activities. It is a powerful way to communicate these positive actions to all stakeholders.
The podcast covers:
· A holistic approach to sustainability in furniture manufacturing
· Design Conformity – a brief history
· Commitment to Net Zero Carbon
· CSR-A independent validation and recognition
· Collaborative responsibility
· Working with CSR Accreditation
· Continuing a sustainability journey
· Communication, validation, accreditation
With Adam Hamilton-Fletcher – Founder, DC
and Richard Collins - CEO, CSR-A
The Podcast is hosted by Katie Furmston, DC
Working together to change prisoners' futures
Your Consultation Group Community Interest Company (YCG Trust) is a Social Enterprise Company dedicated to changing the lives of prisoners.
In this podcast, Richard Collins of CSR-Accreditation talks to Mark Hodge, Group Chairman of YCG about the excellent work the company is doing to improve the prospects of prison leavers.
The YCG Citizen™ and Pathways™ Programmes are dedicated to re-integrating serving prisoners and prison leavers into society so they can lead fulfilling, offence free lives. The aim is to ensure every YCG Citizen™ leaves prison with a guaranteed offer of employment and accommodation on release.
To find out more:
How INNOVO enables organisations of all sizes to achieve Net Zero - profitably
INNOVO is the only clean tech systems integrator that deploys advanced technologies and breakthrough innovations globally. Through partnerships, INNOVO’s NetZero network platform empowers businesses to thrive in a NetZero ecosystem.
Richard Collins of CSR-A talks to Martin Kelly, chair and founder, Charles Irving-Swift, chief executive officer and Johnny Gray, chief investment officer of INNOVO. We discuss the changing sustainability landscape with regard to NetZero and Scope 3 requirements. We also dig deeper into INNOVO’s mission, ESG and Carbon Credits. What makes INNOVO different?
Listen now to find out more.
Educating, inspiring and guiding business to be more sustainable
Organisations of all sizes across all sectors are waking up to the realisation that they must address their sustainability commitments. Sam Cande talks about Responsible Futures' approach to sustainability and their new learning course ‘An introduction to sustainability’.
The drivers for change come from all directions, regulatory, employees, supply chain and even family. With a whole host of terms and acronyms such as ESG, SDG’s, TCFD, Net Zero and Scope 3, the landscape can be intimidating. Ultimately, it’s not the terms we use that matter, it’s the action we take in an increasingly complex sustainability landscape.
Richard Collins, Founder and CEO of CSR-A talks with Sam Cande, CEO at Responsible Futures.
https://csr-accreditation.co.uk/
https://responsiblefutures.info/
Haines Watts: making a positive difference in the world we live and work in
David Fort discusses Haines Watts’ motivations following their achievement of a Silver CSR Accreditation and talks about the application process experience with CSR-A.
The world is rapidly changing and we have become much more aware of both environmental and social issues, such as the impact of climate change, improving diversity and inclusion, a heightened awareness around mental health and wellbeing and the importance of building meaningful and authentic community engagement.
Haines Watts Manchester truly value relationships and show passion in their commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
Richard Collins Founder and CEO of CSR-A talks with David Fort - Director Haines Watts Manchester Ltd
Making a positive difference: a discussion with Stone Group
The world is rapidly changing and we have become much more aware of both environmental and social issues, such as the impact of climate change and the rising cost of living. There is a greater focus on improving diversity and inclusion, heightened awareness around mental health and wellbeing and the importance of building meaningful and authentic community engagement into the workplace.
Stone Group’s goal is to create sustainable growth through innovation and investment in people, products, services, partnerships, and processes. An important component of this is their CSR accreditation and re-accreditation.
Stone Group talk about why they see CSR accreditation as essential to their ongoing CSR journey. We explore how the CSR-A Four Pillars framework has helped, the clear benefits to business and customers and what’s next for Stone Group.
The podcast is hosted by Richard Collins of CSR-A and features from Stone: Sheryl Moore, Head of Sustainability, Alison Hodgens, Director of HR, Brian Guilder, Head of ITAD Services (Private Sector) and Rob Vary, Head of Purchasing.
To find out more about CSR-A, go to https://csr-accreditation.co.uk/
To find out more about Stone, go to https://www.stonegroup.co.uk/
Sustainability and your IT equipment - where is your IT waste really going?
Electronic waste is the fastest growing waste stream in the world and something needs to be done to address this. In this podcast, Jennifer Clark, Director of Operations for CSR-A discusses the growing issue of E-waste with Sheryl Moore, Head of Sustainability and Craig Campion, Director of the Asset Disposal team of Stone Group. Stone Group collect, repair and recycle computers, laptops, screens and phones so that there is zero waste to landfill and no waste leaves the UK.
Stone Group are a reseller and manufacturer of IT services and an asset disposal company, based in Staffordshire, UK - https://www.stonegroup.co.uk/
To find out more about becoming CSR Accredited, go to https://csr-accreditation.co.uk/
‘I want to be a more sustainable business – but how much will it cost?’ An Accountant’s perspective
Can you afford to be sustainable? Can you afford NOT to be sustainable? In this podcast we talk to Triple Bottom Line Accounting, who help clients work towards a future that is more environmentally conscious and socially fair.
The podcast talks about:
· The cost and benefits of becoming a more sustainable business, citing some practical examples
· The legislation affecting businesses either directly or indirectly through the supply chain? For example – TCFD, Green Claims Code etc and what green finance, grants could businesses take advantage of?
· Are your finances in line with your sustainable vision, objectives and targets?
· Does your accountant only look backwards? Engage your accountant to have a more forward looking role.
· How to financially report on the ‘non-financial’ elements of a business strategy (the ESG)? The longer time frameworks, potential paybacks and measurement (for example good PR)
Hosted by Jennifer Clark of CSR-A, who is joined by Peter and Fran Ellington of Triple Bottom Line, together with Hannah Wooler, from one of their clients, Hudson Architects.
Setting the standard for eco-friendly and climate positive websites
Listen to our latest podcast with Eco-Friendly Web Alliance (EFWA) who are setting the standard for eco-friendly and climate positive websites. EFWA aim to prevent 500,000 tonnes of CO2e from entering the atmosphere within the decade, by reducing the carbon emissions of websites.
EFWA has set the standard for eco-friendly and climate positive websites and digital infrastructure. Addressing the climate crisis involves improving how we do what we do by holding in mind global warming, the exhaustion of natural resources and multiple species extinction – and EFWA is leading the way.
The podcast addresses:
• A holistic approach to social responsibility
• The digital landscape – a brief history
• 3.7% is the percentage of global carbon emissions due to The Internet –
• What is the role of EFWA
• How do you reduce the carbon footprint of a website – responsible consumption
• Working with CSR Accreditation – a case study
• How do we keep our website carbon healthy
• Get your free audit
• Communication, Validation, Accreditation
A holistic approach to sustainable business.
Hosted by Richard Collins Founder and CEO at CSR Accreditation talking to Shane Herath – Chair EFWA
Putting purpose at the heart..
Listen to our latest podcast with Authentic Purpose. This podcast examines how to create a purpose-driven culture, founded on social responsibility and inclusion, establishing an ecosystem to sustain organisations through rapid change. Embedding a culture which gives everyone an opportunity to learn, grow and make a positive contribution to the organisation and society as a whole.
Authentic Purpose motivates stakeholders to perform better, uniting around a common goal. We support businesses to create a purpose-driven culture, founded on social responsibility and inclusion, establishing an ecosystem to sustain organisations through rapid change. Embedding a culture which gives everyone an opportunity to learn, grow and make a positive contribution to the organisation and society as a whole.
In this podcast we discuss:
• A holistic approach to social responsibility
• The role for authentic purpose in a organisation
• Future proofing by ensuring a sustainable outcome
• Working with CSR Accreditation
• The importance of post accreditation engagement
• Communication, Validation, Accreditation
A holistic approach to sustainable business
Listen to our special panel of guests:
Carlos Dean, Co-Founder Authentic Purpose
Ellie McDaid, Co-Founder Authentic Purpose
Hosted by Richard Collins Founder and CEO of CSR Accreditation.
Unlocking the power of business as a force for good in local communities
This podcast examines the need to evidence and validate social impact. In a world of increasing scrutiny, it is critical that you support positive social impacts with measurable outcomes that reinforce your claims.
ActionFunder is on a mission to unlock the power of business as a force for good in local communities. ActionFunder use their voice to advocate for local communities and for the two to come together to increase their impact.
In this podcast, we will discuss:
· A holistic approach to social responsibility
· Creating meaningful relationships
· Bridging the gap between the third sector and private sector
· Making impact goals achievable and measurable
· Communication, Validation, Accreditation
A holistic approach to sustainable business
Listen to our special panel of guests:
· James Dowdell from ActionFunder jd@actionfunder.org
· Simon Wilkes from South West Water (rsnapejo@southwestwater.co.uk)
· Laura Nightingale – Exim Dance Company laura@eximdance.org.uk
The Podcast is hosted by Richard Collins, Founder and CEO at CSR Accreditation.
Action Funder:
Are a multi-award winning B Corp accredited company with 15+ years’ experience in connecting businesses and foundations with local communities. We work directly with community leaders across the UK, and partners around the globe, to drive measurable impact in businesses and in local communities.
Established 2008
South West Water
Passionate about our water and provide reliable, efficient and high quality drinking water and waste water services throughout Cornwall and Devon and in small areas of Dorset and Somerset.
South West Water and Bournemouth Water are part of South West Water Limited, which is a member of Pennon Group PLC.
At South West Water we believe we have a unique role to play in supporting the lives of people and places they love for generations to come. Never has it been more important to keep connected with each other, our communities and the environment.
https://www.southwestwater.co.uk/
Exim Dance
Exim Dance is a Plymouth based, award winning CIC known for our vibrant approach to making dance accessible to all.
Exim works predominantly in Plymouth’s deprived communities, focusing on providing high quality dance wellbeing opportunities.
Our mission is to improve people’s lives through dance. What we deliver is diverse and accessible. Our vision is to help create a world where underrepresented groups no longer exist and are seen as equal and integral to their community! We are passionate about using dance, and breaking down the ideological barriers surrounding it, in order to support vulnerable people. Our services promote improved mental and physical health and a reduction in loneliness, particularly within marginalised groups.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Hosted by Richard Collins of CSR-Accreditation, talking with Luke Tyburski https://luketyburski.com/, a motivational speaker and ultra-athlete about his incredible story. We discuss the supportive role that Mental Health UK provides with Claire Neal, Head of Workplace Mental Health https://mentalhealth-uk.org/. Sam Cande CEO of Responsible Futures https://responsiblefuturesconference.com/ provides insight into the wider impact on us all.
Together we explore the need to talk, to tell our stories and for businesses to listen, empathise and support.
Exploring Responsible Futures
A discussion with Sam Cande, CEO of Responsible Futures Consultancy, providing holistic support for organisations looking to address their sustainable and social responsibility commitments.
Sam talks about her journey and delivering a consultation model that works for all organisations. Responsible Futures addresses the rapidly changing cultural attitude towards purpose and value.
To find out more about Responsible Futures, click here. To find out more about CSR-A, click here.
Aligning The UN SDG’s With Your Business
Hosted by Richard Collins of CSR-Accreditation with Alice Troiano of Prosperah and Paul Bryce of Encore Recruitment, this podcast examines the 17 UN SDG’s and the links between them and business purpose.
How do you align your core purpose around the SDG’s? How will they help you on your social responsibility journey? Exploring purpose mapping and the roles of stakeholders and explaining how the SDG’s map against the CSR-A Four Pillars and how accreditation helps alignment and vice versa.
We hope you enjoy the podcast. If you'd like to learn more, go to www.csr-accreditation.co.uk
You can find out more about Prosperah at https://www.prosperah.com/ and Encore Recruitment at http://www.encorerecruitment.co.uk/
What is the Impact of Impact Reporting?
Hosted by CSR-Accreditation with What Impact, this podcast examines the need to evidence and validate social impact. In a world of increasing scrutiny it is critical that you can support positive social impacts with measurable outcomes that back up your claims.
What Impact focuses on impact, shared value-based matching and transparent information drives funding and other resources to the causes, operators and actions making the biggest difference. This will help us meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals and increase wellbeing across society.
The social value of donations and volunteering is evidenced with a globally valid social impact reporting tool aligned with the Social Value Act UK.
We hope you enjoy the podcast. If you'd like to learn more, go to www.csr-accreditation.co.uk
Recycling and community
Hosted by CSR-Accreditation with guests, Richard Benwell and Janet Street from A Good Thing. We discuss how you can support your CSR goals by donating unwanted items to a Good Thing. A Good Thing is an online platform that connects companies with surplus items, like computers, furniture and merchandise with the charities that need them. We hear the experiences of some users of the platform and discuss ways that companies can re-use materials and avoid waste.
We hope you enjoy the podcast. If you'd like to learn more, go to www.csr-accreditation.co.uk or https://www.agoodthing.org.uk/