Accreditations
At Premier, lots of our products come with trusted certifications that prove they’ve been made responsibly for people and for the planet.
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With so many ecolabels out there, it can be tricky to know what each one stands for. That’s why we’ve pulled together this simple guide to help you understand the logos you see and feel confident choosing products that match your values.
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We’ve also included a few memberships, pledges, and codes of conduct. While not formal accreditations, they still show a real commitment to raising standards and doing business the right way.
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Sustainability & Environmental Standards
B-Corp
B-Corp Certification is awarded by B-Lab, a global non-profit organisation that measures and verifies the impact of businesses across governance, workers, communities, customers, and the environment. It is regarded as one of the most rigorous and respected sustainability accreditations worldwide.
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Demonstrate high performance by achieving a minimum score of 80 on the B-Impact Assessment and passing a detailed risk review.
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Make a legal commitment by amending its governance structure to ensure accountability to all stakeholders, not just shareholders.
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Provide transparency by publishing assessment results and maintaining a publicly accessible profile on the B-Lab website.
Certification is not permanent, all B-Corps are required to re-certify every three years to demonstrate ongoing improvement. Premier has been a certified B-Corp since 2023, reflecting our long-term commitment to balancing profit with purpose and operating to the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility
EcoVadis
EcoVadis Certification provides an independent and internationally recognised assessment of a company’s sustainability performance. The EcoVadis methodology evaluates policies, actions, and results across four key themes: environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. With more than 125,000 organisations assessed worldwide, it is one of the most widely trusted sustainability ratings for global supply chains.
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Platinum medal - top 1% (overall score between 75 and 100)
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Gold medal - top 5% (overall score between 67 and 74)
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Silver medal - top 25% (overall score between 56 and 66)
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Bronze medal - top 50% (overall score between 47 and 55)
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​Premier achieved Platinum EcoVadis certification in May 2025, further strengthening our sustainability credentials and giving our clients the assurance that our practices are independently verified to meet global standards.
ISO 14001
ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised standard for environmental management systems. It provides a framework for organisations to identify, manage, monitor, and continually improve their environmental performance. Achieving ISO 14001 demonstrates a commitment to reducing environmental impact, ensuring legal compliance, and embedding sustainability into everyday operations.
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For Premier, ISO 14001 certification reflects our proactive approach to minimising waste, conserving resources, and managing the environmental footprint of our products and services. It is a clear statement to clients and partners that we are serious about environmental responsibility.
The FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) certification is the leading mark of responsible forestry. It guarantees that materials such as paper and wood come from forests managed to protect biodiversity, support local communities, and remain economically sustainable.
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Choosing FSC®-certified merchandise offers businesses clear benefits:
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Environmental stewardship – products that protect forests and wildlife.
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Ethical sourcing – fair labour practices and safe working conditions in the supply chain.
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Customer trust – the FSC® label signals credibility and strengthens brand reputation.​
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For Premier, FSC® certification means we can provide merchandise that not only looks good, but also does good whilst helping clients meet their sustainability goals while making a positive environmental impact.
FSC certified
Carbon Neutral
Carbon neutrality is achieved when an organisation balances its carbon emissions with an equivalent amount that is reduced or offset elsewhere. At Premier, our current certification applies to Scopes 1 and 2 covering the direct fuel we consume and the energy we use across our operations.
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We actively measure these emissions, implement reduction strategies, and offset any remaining impact through independently verified schemes. This certification represents an important step in our sustainability journey and demonstrates our commitment to managing and mitigating our operational footprint responsibly.
ISO 14068-1:2023
ISO 14068-1:2023 is an international recognized standard for achieving and demonstrating carbon neutrality as part of climate change management. This ISO standard helps organisations transition toward net zero while ensuring their carbon neutral claims are accurate and credible verifiable.
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Although not certified, Premier ensures that its operations align with the principles of ISO 14068-1, actively working to measure, reduce, and offset emissions on the path toward carbon neutrality.
Quality & Product Responsibility
ISO 9001
ISO 9001 is the world’s most widely adopted quality management standard. It sets out criteria for a strong, customer-focused management system, requiring organisations to demonstrate consistent delivery of high-quality products and services while driving continual improvement.
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Premier’s ISO 9001 certification ensures that our processes are efficient, reliable, and transparent. It underlines our dedication to meeting client needs, improving satisfaction, and maintaining the highest possible standards of quality across every aspect of our business.
WEEE
When electricals and electronics reach the end of their life, they can’t just be thrown away. The WEEE Directive makes sure they’re collected, recycled, or safely disposed of whilst protecting people, the planet, and valuable raw materials.
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At Premier, this means:
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Ensuring electronic merchandise doesn’t end up in landfill.
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Supporting proper recycling and recovery of components.
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Giving our clients confidence their products follow a responsible end-of-life process.
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WEEE compliance helps close the loop, reducing waste and making sure our tech-based products have a lighter impact.
Ethical & Social Responsibility
Living Wage
Being a Living Wage Employer means committing to fair pay that reflects the real cost of living, not just the minimum legal requirement. The Living Wage is independently calculated each year based on what employees and their families need for everyday essentials.
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For Premier, this accreditation demonstrates that we value and respect our people, ensuring that everyone in our team is fairly rewarded for their work. It also gives our clients confidence that they are working with a business that upholds strong social responsibility standards.
Sedex / SMETA
Sedex is one of the world’s leading platforms for driving ethical and responsible supply chains, while SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) is its recognised auditing standard. Together, they focus on fair working conditions, environmental impact, health and safety, and business ethics.
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As a Sedex member, Premier is part of a global community committed to improving transparency and accountability in supply chains. By working with Sedex and supporting SMETA-audited suppliers, we give our clients the assurance that their merchandise is sourced responsibly and in line with internationally recognised standards.
Disability Confident Employer
Disability Confident is a UK Government-backed initiative that supports employers in creating inclusive workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of disability or health condition. The scheme helps organisations recruit, retain, and develop disabled people, recognising the valuable skills and perspectives they bring to the workplace.
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As a Disability Confident Employer, We are committed to promoting equality, accessibility, and opportunity for all. We believe talent should never be limited by circumstance.
Memberships & Partnerships
BPMA
The BPMA StepForward Pledge is built around three pillars, Products, People, and Planet, and drives members to take measurable action on sustainability.
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As a member, we have committed to assessing our practices, setting clear targets, and reporting progress. It’s our way of showing clients that our sustainability promises are backed by real, accountable steps.
A Good Thing
A Good Thing is a UK non-profit platform that connects businesses with local charities to donate surplus products and materials instead of sending them to waste.
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Donations so far: 62
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By partnering with A Good Thing, Premier ensures that unused merchandise is repurposed for good causes. It helps reduce landfill, supports community organisations, and extends the life of products in a meaningful way.
Other
Fairtrade is a global certification system that ensures producers in developing countries receive fair wages, work in safe conditions, and follow strict environmental standards.
For Premier, supporting Fairtrade means sourcing products that respect human rights, protect ecosystems, and contribute to stronger producer communities. It also builds customer trust and gives us a clear market advantage as demand for ethical, sustainable products grows.
Fairtrade
ISO 50001 is an international standard that helps organizations systematically manage and improve their energy performance, reducing costs and environmental impact.
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Reduce greenhouse gas emissions - Helps companies meet energy targets and legislation
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Increase cost savings - Allows people to reduce energy bills
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Enhance your brand - Certification demonstrates commitment to sustainability​​​
ISO50001
W.R.A.P
A WRAP certification (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production) is a global standard that ensures factories operate safely, treat workers fairly, and comply with laws and environmental standards.
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In short: WRAP is about ethical, responsible, and lawful manufacturing.
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For a merch company like us, WRAP matters because it shows our products are made in facilities that respect human rights, follow fair labour practices, and reduce environmental impact giving our partners and customers confidence in both quality and responsibility.
Cyber Essentials Plus
Cyber Essentials Plus is a UK government–backed certification that protects businesses against the most common cyber threats by combining self-assessment with an independent technical audit to verify controls are working.
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At Premier, holding Cyber Essentials Plus certification reflects our commitment to safeguarding client data, maintaining trust, and operating to the highest standards of digital security in everything we do.
R-PET
R-PET stands for Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate, a material made by reprocessing used plastic bottles and packaging into new, usable products. By giving plastic a second life, R-PET reduces waste, lowers reliance on virgin materials, and cuts overall carbon emissions.
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For Premier, R-PET is an important alternative to traditional plastics. It allows us to offer products that are durable, high quality, and designed with circularity in mind.
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Key benefits of R-PET include:
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Waste reduction – keeping plastic out of landfill and oceans.
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Lower footprint – producing R-PET uses less energy than virgin plastic.
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Brand alignment – helps clients meet sustainability expectations.
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is an international certification that verifies products contain genuine recycled materials. It tracks recycled content through the entire supply chain from sourcing and production to labelling and distribution. GRS also sets strict environmental requirements, such as responsible water, waste, and chemical management, and includes social criteria to ensure safe and fair working conditions.
For businesses, GRS builds trust, reduces reliance on virgin resources, and strengthens credibility by preventing greenwashing. It’s a widely recognized way to prove real commitment to sustainability.
G.R.S Certified
Cocoa Horizons
Cocoa Horizons is an impact driven program focused on cocoa farmer prosperity and helping build self-sustaining farming communities that protect nature and children. The Cocoa Horizons Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization supervised by the Swiss Federal Foundation Supervisory Authority. It was established in 2015 by Barry Callebaut.
