These ecolabels reward businesses that sustainably manage their resources across production and consumption to minimize their use of natural resources and lower their emissions.
Circular economy
The company has a long term, circular business model to reduce waste and keeps products and materials in use. They need to provide a detailed breakdown of this practice and how it works within their business.
UK made
This business manufactures all its products in the UK, or sells products manufactured in the UK. To prove this, the company needs to provide the locations of all workshops and factories they use.
Waterless products
This company produces water-free alternatives to products that usually contain water. As proof, they need to provide a full list of ingredients used in any of their waterless product formulas.
UK made
This business manufactures all its products in the UK, or sells products manufactured in the UK. To prove this, the company needs to provide the locations of all workshops and factories they use.
FAQs
How can Feefo’s Sustainability awareness solution benefit my business?
Feefo’s Sustainability awareness solution gives your business the tools you need to communicate your sustainability journey to your customers clearly and effectively. Displaying your sustainable achievements can help you attract conscious shoppers, strengthen your reputation and differentiate your brand from your competitors, as well as engage your employees and attract new talent.
What is ethy?
Feefo has chosen ethy as our trusted sustainability partner. Through this partnership, brands can showcase their ethy verified sustainability accolades alongside their Feefo verified reviews, building consumer confidence and transparent, trusted relationships.
How much does it cost?
There is an affordable monthly charge based on your business turnover.
What is an ecolabel?
Ecolabels are a series of consumer-friendly badges. Designed to help your customers understand your sustainability achievements, each one links to a United Nations Sustainable Development Goal. You can use ecolabels across all forms of marketing, from your website and advertising to packaging and window displays.
What ecolabels can my business apply for?
There are around 41 ecolabels available, which are grouped into six core sustainability areas: Stable Climate, Clean Planet, Responsible Resource Usage and Production, Healthy People, Thriving Communities, and Protecting Biodiversity and Animal Welfare. We will work with you to help you select the most appropriate ecolabels to apply for, depending on your business type. For example, a health and beauty brand might want to apply for the cruelty-free ecolabel.
What do I need to do to receive ecolabels for my organization?
Get in touch and speak to a member of our friendly team. We will work with you to decide which ecolabels to apply for and let you know what evidence you need to supply for each one.
How long does the verification process take?
The process is thorough but not overly time consuming. An assessment will usually take a few weeks, depending on the complexity of the brand and the ecolabel.
How long is Feefo’s Sustainability awareness solution valid for?
Ecolabels obtained are valid for 24 months. Brands can submit evidence for reassessment after 12 months and before 23 months should they wish to remain verified beyond the initial term. There is no additional fee for the resubmission of evidence.
How many ecolabels should I apply for?
We will work alongside you to help you choose which ecolabels you can apply for. Most businesses will receive between three and eight ecolabels.
Why does Feefo have a sustainability awareness product?
Feefo has always supported consumers and businesses to make the right choices, by providing reliable insight from its verified reviews. We recognize the difficulty that consumers face in identifying which brand activities genuinely promote sustainability and which are, in effect, greenwashing. We believe that we are well positioned to verify the sustainability claims that brands make and provide a clear, straightforward indication of trust that consumers can recognize, when they’re considering purchases. Our product aims to support consumers and businesses alike by providing a clear way to verify a brand’s sustainability across a number of areas based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
