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Over 70% of natural rubber companies now have comprehensive sustainability policies

Sam Ginger

London, UK

Five years of ZSL assessment and engagement show progress in natural rubber sector, but further action needed from industry to fulfil commitments Data summary The majority of the world’s largest natural rubber companies have published comprehensive sustainability policies, reveals…

Palm Oil Indicator Framework – your feedback welcome

Imogen Fanning

London, UK

We would like to invite you to provide feedback to us on the SPOTT Palm Oil indicator framework ahead of the 2024 assessments. To ensure SPOTT continues to align with best practice reporting standards, we have made two significant changes…

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ZSL is Hiring an Ecotourism Consultant

David Johnston

Central Africa

Position Title Ecotourism Consultant Location Flexible within Central Africa Contract Form Fixed Value Consultancy (GBP 18,750 plus expenses) Department Sustainable Business & Finance Directorate Conservation & Policy Responsible to Conservation Enterprise Specialist (South Africa) and Sustainable Finance Manager Approved by…

Timber & Pulp Company Selection Update

Samuel Ross

London, UK

SPOTT assesses the most impactful producers, processors, and manufacturers in the tropical timber & pulp sector on their public disclosure regarding the organisation, policies and practices related to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. Assessed companies are reviewed on an…

ZSL is Hiring an Agroforestry Consultant

James Pilkington

Cameroon, Gabon or Republic of Congo

Position Title Agroforestry Consultant Location Flexible location, site visits to West Congo Basin required Contract Form Fixed Value Consultancy (GBP 17,500 plus expenses) Department Sustainable Business & Finance Directorate Conservation & Policy Responsible to Sustainable Finance Specialist Approved by Head…

ZSL is Hiring a Sustainable Revenues Manager

Oliver Cupit

Cameroon, Gabon or Republic of Congo

Position Title Sustainable Revenues Manager Salary Available upon request Location Cameroon, Gabon or Republic of Congo Contract 7 years Fixed-term/Full-time Directorate Conservation & Policy Download full job description Apply for this job Overview of the…

Palm Oil Industry Not Yet Prepared for New EU Regulations

Imogen Fanning

London, UK

Latest SPOTT research highlights urgent need for stronger traceability in palm oil production, despite industry’s commitment to zero deforestation. Data summary Published on 14 November 2023 by ZSL, the latest SPOTT assessment of 100 of the world’s leading palm…

Natural Rubber Company Selection Update

Sam Ginger

London, UK

SPOTT assesses the most impactful producers, processors, and manufacturers in the natural rubber sector on their public disclosure regarding the organisation, policies and practices related to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. Assessed companies are reviewed on an annual basis…

ZSL is Hiring a Sustainable Business Programme Manager

Oliver Cupit

London, UK

Position Title Sustainable Business Programme Manager Salary £42,915 (excluding London-weighting) – £47,110 (Inclusive of London weighting where applicable) per annum Location Hybrid/ZSL Regents Park Download full job description Apply for this job Overview of the…

Natural Rubber Indicator Framework – your feedback welcome

Sam Ginger

London, UK

We would like to invite you to provide feedback to us on the SPOTT Natural Rubber indicator framework ahead of the 2024 assessments. To ensure SPOTT continues to align with best practice reporting standards, we have made three significant changes…

ZSL Consultancy Request for Proposal

Annabelle Dodson

London, UK

ZSL invites you to tender for the following request for proposal (RfP). This RfP outlines the responsibilities and deliverables for a consultancy opportunity with ZSL’s Sustainable Business and Finance Programme, to showcase how Forest IQ can be utilised in adopting…

ZSL is Hiring a Sustainable Finance Analyst

James Pilkington

London, UK

Position Title Sustainable Finance Analyst Salary £31,354 to £33,753 (Inclusive of London weighting where applicable) per annum Location ZSL Regents Park/Hybrid Contract Full-time/Permanent Department Sustainable Business & Finance Directorate Conservation & Policy Download full job description…

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