The Trade for Sustainable Development (T4SD) team operates as a strategic resource within the International Trade Centre (ITC). Possessing highly specialized, technical expertise in aligning sustainability efforts in trade, T4SD’s ultimate goal is to empower micro, small and medium sized enterprises (MSMEs) to benefit from incorporating sustainable practices into their operations. Globally recognized for its expertise, the T4SD team is the trustee of the most comprehensive, neutral and accurate database on trade-related sustainability standards in the world. T4SD has been at the forefront of efforts to bring together sustainability and trade for more than a decade.
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In 2023, the estimated cost savings from using the Social & Labor Convergence Program's Converged Assessment Framework in the textile industry were $26 million. A framework designed to reduce audit fatigue can shift resources from auditing to improving working conditions. 📘 http://bit.ly/3XTVpnJ
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Join us LIVE on #MSMEDay for #ITC60 celebration! We will take you on a journey through our past, present, and future—a journey that finds its meaning in the inspiring human stories of small business and those who helped us shape them along the way. 📺 http://bit.ly/ITC60th
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📢 Our 2023 Annual Report is out: http://bit.ly/ITC2023AR Members of the Joint Advisory Group (JAG), our governing body, will review our work and make recommendations based on the report at the upcoming 58th session of JAG, taking place in Geneva at the WTO on 25 June.
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Registration Now Open for our Trade for Sustainable Development (T4SD) Forum! Join us on the 12 September, 2024 at the Eventforum in Bern, Switzerland. This hybrid event, co-organized with the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), will explore the evolving needs of small businesses in contributing to the sustainable development amidst the current geopolitical and regulatory challenges and convene a wide range of stakeholders to discuss various solutions including: 🛠 Capacity Building 🤝 Private Sector Engagement 📈 Global Public Goods These solutions will foster concerted action towards a sustainable future. Register Now ➡ https://bit.ly/3VLdwun
At World Trade Organization #MC13 side session hosted by International Institute for Sustainable Development Trade + Sustainability Hub, I had the privilege to moderate a thought-provoking session on navigating deforestation-free value chains. Panelists delved into the crucial question: How do we equitably distribute the responsibility for change? We started by acknowledging the stark global disparities in deforestation-free value chains. One key focus was on easing the burden on smallholders in developing nations, who often bear the brunt of forest protection efforts. It was heartening to recognize the resilience of smallholders in these regions, who despite facing daunting challenges such as high-interest rates, have managed to preserve forests. However, we also highlighted the urgent need for more #multilateral dialogues in reforestation endeavors. Without robust discussions and #collaborative efforts, achieving meaningful progress becomes increasingly challenging. It's imperative that we redefine #regulations to ensure equitable benefits for all stakeholders involved. This includes advocating for fair compensation for #smallholders who play a pivotal role in effective environmental protection. As the session drew to a close, we addressed queries and shared reflective key remarks. It's evident that by working together and reimagining our approaches, we can build #DeforestationFree value chains that benefit both people and the planet. Let's continue this important conversation and take concrete actions towards a sustainable future! International Institute for Sustainable Development International Trade Centre UN Environment Programme World Resources Institute Fred Stolle Peter Andreas Nielsen Ieva Baršauskaitė Pamela Coke-Hamilton #ThisWeekAtITC #DeforestationFree #Sustainability #GlobalDialogue Jason Clay Gabriela Alvarez Asad Naqvi
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Climate Excellence Recognized: Green Initiative on Standards Map. Our efforts in environmental stewardship have been acknowledged and endorsed on the prestigious Standards Map—a cutting-edge online resource developed by ITC. Read more here https://lnkd.in/eapdGqrb #GreenInitiativeMilestone #StandardsMapRecognition #SustainableFuture #PartnershipAppreciation #GlobalSustainability #EnvironmentalStewardship #StandardsMap #ITC #GreenInitiative #ForestFriends International Trade Centre
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At the #GoodTradeSummit 2023, organized with the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), we discussed the need for global cooperation to build sustainable & inclusive supply chains. We explored “how can we amplify the voice of small businesses in setting the policy agenda for achieving the SDGs?” The key takeaways from the discussions were: 🔹Private sector needs to take an active part in making the transition towards more sustainable production and consumption practices a reality 🔹Regulations play an important role but instead of relying on sanctions, it's more effective to provide incentives for businesses to adopt sustainable practices 🔹Fostering impact-led youth entrepreneurship requires mentoring, access to finance and information sharing 🔹Building a robust ecosystem is critical to create an environment for businesses, organizations, and individuals to collaborate 🔹Leveraging technology for traceability and chain of custody solutions is key 🔹Share stories of positive impact to encourage businesses to contribute more to SDGs Watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/eq6cYKgz Thank you to those who have contributed to the discussion!