North South Wines Ltd Sustainability - SustainabilityTracker.com

What do our labels mean?

North South Wines says it is trying to build a business that works better for its people and the planet, using B Corp and ISO 14001 as frameworks for continual improvement. It achieved B Corp certification in April 2023, becoming the UK’s first B Corp wine distributor, and later added ISO 14001 certification to formalise sustainable practices across its supply chain and operations. The company says its approach covers governance, workers, community, environment and customers, and it publishes an annual Impact Report to track wins, shortfalls and works-in-progress. Its sustainability work also includes supplier engagement, community volunteering, bottle-weight reduction, and industry advocacy.

About North South Wines Ltd

Status
Unverified

Website
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Employees
5 - 25

Country
United Kingdom

North South Wines Ltd Sustainability Actions

B Corp certification achieved

In April 2023 we achieved B Corp certification, joining over 9,000 companies across the globe using business as a force for good. In doing so, we became the UK’s first B Corp wine distributor, with a score of 88.5. The rigorous certification process addressed the entirety of our business’ operations covering the five key impact areas of Governance, Workers, Community, Environment and Customers.

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ISO 14001 certification

We’ve since added ISO 14001 certification, which formalises our commitment to sustainable practices across our supply chain and operations.

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Annual Impact Report

Our annual Impact Report is a summary of our wins, our shortfalls and our works-in-progress – a vital part of our commitment to transparency as we work to drive change in our industry.

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Restore partnership

Following a B Local session in 2023, our team made the strategic decision to transition from supporting different charities annually to partnering with one organisation for the long-term. After researching local groups aligned with our values, we chose Restore, an outstanding mental health charity in Oxfordshire. Since 2024, the whole team has participated in fundraising, volunteering, and specialised training with them.

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Supplier and worker surveys

Feedback from stakeholders is crucial for our ongoing improvement. As a company championing better business in wine distribution, we encourage dialogue through our annual Supplier Satisfaction Survey. Through our worker surveys, robust policies and benefits, and the supportive culture of the business, we strive to give every single person the opportunity to learn, progress, and flourish.

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