Cool Fresh International again accomplishes CSR certification
For the coming four years, this certification guarantees to Cool Fresh's clients and suppliers that its approach conforms to the highest levels of CSR practices.
The company was specifically praised for its firm grip on the 33 CSR topics. In addition its social engagement policy and worldwide social projects were commended. Nic Jooste, director of corporate communications, marketing and CSR at the company said that the company also received compliments for the solid involvement of its employees in a wide variety of sustainability projects, including the innovative pineapple project in Costa Rica.
"The integrity of our corporate systems and culture provides a strong platform for us to be a proud flag-bearer for sustainability in the broadest sense, and we hope that our retail clients will join us in making the consumer part of the process" says Jooste.
The rigorous CSR Performance Ladder certification is awarded to organizations that meet highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability.
“When in 2014 we joined the community of only 13 organizations which were certified at Level 4 it was another important step in the evolution of Cool Fresh International. We are still the only fresh produce organization with a Level 4 CSR certification, and as we move forward in our mission to provide safe and honest fruit and vegetables of top quality to our international clients base, this distinguishes us even more amongst our peers in the fresh produce industry” says Hugo Vermeulen, managing director.
For more information:
Nic Jooste
Cool Fresh International
nic@coolfresh.nl
www.coolfresh.nl