WEBINAR: TEMPORARY AND CASUAL WORKERS IN OIL PALM PLANTATIONS-CASE STUDY (INDONESIA)
The RSPO Secretariat would like to invite you to participate in a Webinar on Temporary and Casual Workers in Oil Palm Plantations – Case Study in Indonesia on 14 March 2023 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (MYT). This is part of an initiative of the Labour Subgroup under the purview of the Human Rights […]
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In line with RSPO’s commitment to achieving sustainability within the palm oil sector and ensuring that gender equality and the United Nations’ Women’s Economic Empowerment principles are applied and promoted, RSPO, in consultation with Fair & Sustainable Consulting, have developed a Practical Guidance on Gender Inclusion and Compliance to the 2018 RSPO Principles and Criteria […]
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RSPO Releases Industry-First ‘Decent Living Wage’ Guidance for Oil Palm Workers
Kuala Lumpur, 12 June 2019: Today, the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) in collaboration with the Labour Task Force (LTF) launched a first-of-its-kind guidance document for the oil palm industry on the payment of a ‘Decent Living Wage’ (DLW), adopted from the Global Living Wage Coalition (GLWC) Methodology, to determine the DLW in RSPO […]
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RSPO Lead Auditors Training Course Kuala Lumpur
We are pleased to announce our latest professional course for 2014. We will be organizing the 8th RSPO-endorsed Lead Auditors Course in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, April 14-18, 2014. Developed by ProForest and Wild Asia, the course is designed for auditors and members of the palm oil supply chain. Training will consist of classroom lectures, group work and practical […]
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New Technical Manager sets sights on increasing RSPO’s presence in Thailand
Thailand is the world’s third largest producer of crude palm oil, however efforts to increase awareness of sustainable oil palm practices and RSPO in the country is still very much needed. Recognising the importance of this crucial market, RSPO is pleased to welcome Radda Larpnun, as our new Technical Manager in Thailand. With a Master’s […]
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The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) has reached a new milestone in Latin America as certified growers and producers in the region hit two million tonnes of certified sustainable palm oil (CSPO), representing one-third of the region’s total palm oil production. This landmark achievement, coming just four years after the region reached one million […]
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What are the new “Shared Responsibility” Rules?
On 31 October 2019, the Board of Governors of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) approved landmark rules calling for “Shared Responsibility,” and for all members of the organisation to do their part to “Mobilise, Act and Transform” to fulfil its mission. Although it’s not a new concept and has been part of the […]
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Exploring Required Improvements in the RSPO’s Assurance Systems – ASC Highlights, Early Half of 2024
The Assurance Standing Committee (ASC) continues to uphold a strong momentum in improving RSPO’s assurance systems. In the past six months, the ASC has had three meetings and an Assurance Forum, focusing primarily on assessing key areas for systems improvement. Here are some highlights from the meetings. Potential Delinking of CBs and Auditees Studies have […]
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RSPO Lead Auditor Training Supply Chain Certification Course – 16 November 2023, Online
This course covers all aspects of the RSPO Supply Chain Certification (SCC) Standard and includes comprehensive support documents and working spreadsheets. As one of the necessary qualifications for all new RSPO SCC Auditors, this course is also applicable to all employees of any Certification Body. We encourage all delegates interested in learning about the RSPO […]
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