Introductory materials, system frameworks and industry initiatives
| IGD UK Food supply chain sustainability framework | Framework for suppliers to assess supply chain sustainability with cross-industry input, accessible to newcomers as a starting point to assess a supply chain. |
| IGD Net Zero Transition Plan for the UK Food System | The IGD and WRAP Net Zero Transition Plan outlines a pathway to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the food and consumer goods sector. The plan is supported by both technical and summary reports and identifies a range of supply-side and demand-side emissions abatement opportunities. |
| FDF 2030 Campaign | The Food and Drink Federation (FDF)'s Ambition 2030 is a sustainability strategy for the UK food and drink manufacturing sector that helps businesses tackle climate change, nature loss, food waste, sustainable sourcing, and packaging impacts through practical guidance, tools, and industry collaboration. |
| WRAP UK Food and Drink Pact | The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) UK Food and Drink Pact is a collaborative industry initiative that helps food and drink businesses reduce food waste, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and improve water sustainability. |
| Cambridge University Online Short Course | Online course to "Lead the transition to sustainable, resilient, and equitable food production and supply chains." published by the University of Cambridge. |
Mandatory and voluntary reporting frameworks
| UK government environment reporting guidelines | UK interpretation and requirements for GHG emission reporting, including streamlined energy and carbon reporting. Aimed at sustainability professionals. |
| Current and future UK sustainability reporting requirements | Useful summary of current and developing legislation on sustainability reporting from the Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales aimed at finance professionals. |
| CSRD (EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) | For European businesses with turnover above €400 million and more than 1,000 employees, the EFRAG. Knowledge Hub is an excellent resource to support CSRD compliance. This resource provides detailed technical guidance and implementation support. |
| VSME (Voluntary Standards for non-listed SMEs) | Information on the voluntary ESG standard (VSME) for smaller European companies that fall outside the CSRD scope as part of the EFRAG Knowledge Hub. |