Resources - Additional Links
Further CSR Information
CSR.gov.uk: The UK government gateway to Corporate Social Responsibility
The Work Foundation: A not for profit organisation which campaigns for Good Work.
CSR Europe: CSR Europe is the leading European business network for corporate social responsibility with over 60 leading multinational corporations as members. Since its inception in 1995 by the then European Commission President Jacques Delors and leading European companies, the mission of CSR Europe has been to help companies integrate corporate social responsibility (CSR) into the way they do business, every day.
CSR Guidance and Tools for Businesses
Institute of Business Ethics: Encourages high standards of business behaviours based on ethical values.
Business Link: Guidance for businesses seeking to develop their Corporate Social Responsibility.
Corporate Social Responsibility Academy : Mainstreaming CSR into day to day business activities.
City of London: The City of London's aim has been to safeguard the interests of City constituents in relation to the EU Green Paper and Communication on Corporate Social Responsibility.
AccountAbility: An organisation which works to develop new thinking, tools and connections that enable individuals, institutions and alliances to respond better to global challenges.
Good Corporation: Setting the standard for responsible business.
The Foundation for Values Based Business : A non-commercial organisation run by business people for business people which aims to promote values based principles in business, from business ethics and exemplary leadership to environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
NovoPraxis: Offers up-to-date information on tenders, contract opportunities, and business critical information relevant to businesses. It is a responsible search engine which offers a space and intelligent search function for suppliers and buyers looking at green, ethical, sustainable and/or responsible purchasing to improve knowledge and develop opportunities.
CSR Guidance and Resources for Third Sector Organisations
Charity Commission – Advice RS2 – Charities and Commercial Partners: A study focusing on the commercial partnership that exist when a charity and a commercial company enter into an agreement either to raise funds for the charity or to raise its profile.
Match Winners : A guide to commercial collaborations between social enterprise and private sector business.
Business Community Partnerships: Fact or Fiction? Charities can order a free copy of this 12-page report and download an online summary.
Corporate support: The corporate support section of the NCVO Sustainable Funding Project’s website.
Quick Guide: Fundraising from Companies written by Jill Ritchie, published by the Directory of Social Change £5
Partnering Initiative: A site offering a range of opportunities to improve understanding and analysis of partnerships.
Finance Hub: 'Making sense of funding and finance in the Third Sector'
The Cabinet Office Third Sector: A site with the overarching aim of developing an environment which enables the third sector to thrive, growing in its contribution to Britain's society, economy and environment
Environmental Resources
The Guardian environment website : The latest environmental news, views and reviews.
The Ethical Junction Network : Provides information on positively screened companies and organisations
NetRegs: A website that summarises environmental legislation, providing free environmental guidance for small companies in the UK.
Community Waste Information Centre: A website that links you to everything you need to know about the community waste sector including.
Business Link: Environment and Efficiency: A practical guide and information for organisations seeking to monitor their approaches to the environment.
ActionAid recycling collect ink and toner cartridges, mobile phones and PDAs and for recycling to raise funds for ActionAid.
Envirowise offers UK businesses free, independent, confidential advice and support on practical ways to increase profits, minimise waste and reduce environmental impact.
The Energy Helpline supports businesses to chose the most efficient energy suppliers.
Health and Safety Executive: The Governmental authority supporting the enforcement of the Health and Safety Commission.
The Global Action Plan is a practical environmental charity which helps people to make positive changes at home, at work, at school and in the wider community.
Greening the Office: An online audit and factsheets to support you organisation in developing environmentally friendly practices.
The Energy Saving Trust: Making the most of your energy.
Computer Aid International: An organisation which enables the re-use of computer equipment.
Reduce the Use: Bringing small businesses into the environment.
Directgov provides general advice on environmentally friendly practices, including recycling, saving energy or water and reducing travel.
NovoPraxis [www.novopraxis.com] offers up-to-date information on tenders, contract opportunities, and business critical information relevant to businesses. It is a responsible search engine which offers a space and intelligent search function for suppliers and buyers looking at green, ethical, sustainable and/or responsible purchasing to improve knowledge and develop opportunities.
