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# Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber

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- [Call for Project Proposals — GPSNR Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) 2027 Funding Cycle](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/call-for-project-proposals-gpsnr-shared-investment-mechanism-sim-2027-funding-cycle/) - The GPSNR Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) is now accepting project proposals for the 2027 funding cycle.SIM is a joint funding framework under which GPSNR Ordinary Members (currently mandatory for Manufacturer Members) co-fund sustainability and capacity-building projects across the natural rubber value chain. Through this call, organisations and individuals are invited to submit project proposals that align with
- [Request for Proposal - Oversight](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-oversight/) - FEBRUARY 2026 ISSUED BY Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. Representatives
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR Annual Report Design (Animated Video and PDF formats)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-annual-report-design-animated-video-and-pdf-formats/) - Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) brings together companies, smallholders, academia, and civil society to transform the natural rubber supply chain into one that is sustainable, equitable, and fair. Since its launch in 2018, GPSNR has grown into a truly global platform, now representing over half of the world’s natural rubber demand.
- [GPSNR Assurance System - Assessment Service Provider Application](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-assurance-system-assessment-service-provider-application/) - JANUARY 2026 ISSUED BY Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. Representatives from each
- [GPSNR Celebrates a Landmark Year and Strengthens Collective Commitment at 7th General Assembly](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-celebrates-a-landmark-year-and-strengthens-collective-commitment-at-7th-general-assembly/) - Singapore, 15 December 2025 — Members of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) gathered today for the organisation’s 7th General Assembly, marking a landmark year of progress in collective responsibility, accountability, and member-driven sustainability across the natural rubber value chain. A major milestone in 2025 was the launch of GPSNR’s risk-based Assurance System,
- [MEMBERS CONSULTATION: EUDR-Assurance System Crosswalk](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/member-consultation-eudr-assurance-system-crosswalk/) - GPSNR is conducting a 30 day members consultation from 14 November 2025 to 14 December 2025 on an EUDR-GPSNR Assurance System crosswalk. A reference document developed by Preferred by Nature (PBN), this crosswalk maps the requirements of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) against the GPSNR Assurance System. It aims to help GPSNR members understand how
- [Shared Responsibility in Action: Goodyear and GM Support Smallholder Rubber in Indonesia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/shared-responsibility-in-action-goodyear-and-gm-support-smallholder-rubber-in-indonesia/) - Indonesia is the world’s second-largest producer of natural rubber, a material vital to the global tire and automotive supply chain, which consumes more than 70% of global production. However, the country’s smallholder farmers, who produce the majority of this rubber, face mounting challenges, including aging tree stock, limited technical support, and decreasing participation from younger
- [PUBLIC CONSULTATION: GPSNR’s Assurance System - Round 2](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/public-consultation-gpsnrs-assurance-system-round-2/) - GPSNR is conducting a public consultation from 21 May 2025 to 6 June 2025 on the following documents that will establish GPSNR’s Assurance System:Resolution DocumentLinkFeedback fileAssurance System Documents XXXX25_Resolution EGA3.a Assurance System DocumentsPublic Consultation on GPSNR Assurance System Documents ResolutionAssurance System Disclosure Schedule XXXX25_Resolution EGA3.b Assurance System’s Disclosure ScheduleSummary of changesSummary of Changes (AS Documents)Following the previous round of public consultation in March,
- [Shared Investment Mechanism: Call for Project Proposals 2026](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/sim-call-for-project-proposals-2026/) - As we prepare for the next cycle of the GPSNR Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM), we are pleased to announce that the call for project proposals and in-kind contributions for 2026 is now open.Submission Period: 20 March – 31 May 2025Deadline: Proposals and applications must be submitted by 23:59 SGT on 31 May 2025. Late submissions
- [PUBLIC CONSULTATION: GPSNR’s Assurance System](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/public-consultation-gpsnrs-assurance-system/) - GPSNR is conducting a 30 day public consultation from 4 March 2025 to 4 April 2025 on the following mandatory aspects of its assurance system:Resolution DocumentLinkFeedback file Assurance System Documents Resolution EGA3.a Assurance System Documents.docxPublic Consultation on GPSNR Assurance System Documents Resolution.xlsxAssurance System Disclosure Schedule Resolution EGA3.b Assurance System Disclosure Schedule.docxPublic Consultation on GPSNR Assurance System Disclosure Schedule
- [GPSNR Statement of Support for Gender Equality](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gender-equality-statement/) - The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) recognizes the valuable contributions women make to the natural rubber industry and affirms its commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable sector. We believe that all individuals, regardless of gender, should have equal opportunities to participate in and benefit from the sector.As part of this commitment, GPSNR
- [From Scrubs to Sustainability](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/from-scrubs-to-sustainability/)
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: October 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-october-2024-2/) - Smallholders Representation and Capacity Building (SCB) Working Group: The Project Management Subgroup has officially commenced its activities with a kick-off meeting and two preparatory sessions, setting the groundwork for project evaluations. The GPSNR Capacity Building website has been updated with data from projects up to Quarter 3 of 2024, providing members with the latest insights.
- [Natural Rubber Supply Chain urges European Parliament not to amend essence of EUDR](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/natural-rubber-supply-chain-urges-european-parliament-not-to-amend-essence-of-eudr/) - PRESS RELEASENatural Rubber Supply Chain urges European Parliament not to amend essence of EUDR Singapore, 13 November 2024: As Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) convene to vote on 14th November on the proposed amendments to the EUDR, the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) urges them to provide legal certainty around the implementation timeline and
- [JOINT LETTER FROM GPSNR AND ETRMA TO MEMBERS OF EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT ON THE PROPOSED EXTENSION OF THE EUDR](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/joint-letter-from-gpsnr-and-etrma-to-members-of-european-parliament-on-the-proposed-extension-of-the-eudr/) - Along with the European Tire and Rubber Manufacturers Association, GPSNR wrote to the European Parliament in early November 2024 to ask MEPs to help create certainty about the implementation timeline of the European Union Deforestation Regulation and not re-open the regulatory text. Read the letter here
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: October 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-october-2024/) - Assurance Model Task Force: The Executive Committee (EC) has reviewed the Assurance Model documents and approved them to be submitted to the General Assembly for a vote. The EC has also identified several topics that will require further discussion and finalisation next year. These include minimum requirements, the mechanism for third-party oversight of assessor accreditation,
- [PUBLIC CONSULTATION: Second round of feedback on GPSNR's Assurance Model](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/public-consultation-second-round-of-feedback-on-gpsnrs-assurance-model/) - *Updated October 2024 After gathering member feedback on the Assurance Model documents in May and June, the GPSNR Secretariat has worked together with Hubert de Bonafos from ASI to revise the Assurance Model documents. The platform is now seeking a second round of input from stakeholders on the Assurance Model - a system designed to
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: September 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-september-2024/) - Assurance Model Task Force: As we approach the General Assembly in 2024 where the Assurance Model will be put up for voting, the taskforce is meeting regularly to discuss comments and incorporate comments from the second public consultation which is currently ongoing. This consultation focusses on feedback on Assessment Checklist, Assurance Protocol and Remediation Protocol,
- [Legality Studies for Thailand and Indonesia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/legality-studies-for-thailand-and-indonesia/) - GPSNR has completed a pair of legality studies that describe the relevant laws and regulations of Thailand and Indonesia that are relevant to smallholder rubber farmers. This work was produced by the European Forest Institute (EFI) with the financial support of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR). These documents were produced in close
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: August 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-august-2024-2/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: Hubert has completed his updates to the Assurance Model documents, which are now being consulted with the membership through the Assurance Model Task Force. Members should provide written feedback through the feedback form, and those who wish to be more actively involved in finalising these documents are encouraged to write
- [PUBLIC CONSULTATION: Feedback on National Risk Assessments](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/public-consultation-feedback-on-national-risk-assessments/) - As part of the ongoing development of the assurance model, the Secretariat has commissioned national risk assessments that will support members in the implementation of GPSNR’s assurance system. We are now opening a public consultation to solicit feedback on these risk assessments.Please note that the risk assessments provided through this consultation are initial drafts prepared
- [PUBLIC CONSULTATION: GPSNR OPERATIONAL GUIDANCE FOR EUDR IN THE NATURAL RUBBER SUPPLY CHAIN](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/public-consultation-gpsnr-operational-guidance-for-eudr-in-the-natural-rubber-supply-chain/) - Public feedback is currently closed and under review The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber has prepared three guidance documents to support GPSNR members in their efforts to comply with the upcoming European Union Deforestation Regulation. The Platform is now conducting a 30-day public consultation on these documents. After the consultation, a multi-stakeholder task force within the
- [Natural Rubber Supply Chain comes together to build unique sustainability assurance benchmark](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/natural-rubber-supply-chain-comes-together-to-build-unique-sustainability-assurance-benchmark/) - PRESS RELEASE Natural Rubber Supply Chain comes together to build unique sustainability assurance benchmark Singapore, 20 June 2024: Members of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), who represent almost 60% of the value chain, have agreed on an industry wide assurance system in an Extraordinary General Assembly held yesterday. Through this agreement, the
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: May 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-may-2024/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: Feedback on the Assurance Model resolution has closed, and the finalised resolution has been released along with other voting materials. Public consultation on the documents up for discussion can be found here. Members will vote on the Assurance Model resolution at the Extraordinary General Assembly and are encouraged to participate
- [PUBLIC CONSULTATION: GPSNR’s Assurance Model](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/public-consultation-gpsnrs-assurance-model/) - To develop and implement an assurance system that will support GPSNR in demonstrating its long-term positive impact on the natural rubber industry and help GPSNR members companies validate their sustainability claims and commitments, GPSNR is conducting a 60 day public consultation from 1 May to 30 June 2024 on the three of the four mandatory
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: April 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-april-2024/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: Feedback on the Assurance model resolution has closed, and the finalised version of the resolution will be released shortly, along with other voting materials. The agenda for the in-person meetings has been released, and discussions will focus on further developing the assurance model. Members will now vote on the assurance
- [GPSNR supports the inclusion of smallholder farmers in EU natural rubber supply chains, and affirms their customary and native land use rights](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-supports-the-inclusion-of-smallholder-farmers-in-eu-natural-rubber-supply-chains-and-affirms-their-customary-and-native-land-use-rights/) - Smallholder farmers are key stakeholders in natural rubber supply chains accounting for 85% of global supply, and enabling the resilience and sustainability of the value chain. However, smallholder farmers are the most vulnerable to major changes in the economic and regulatory landscape. Their vulnerability is heightened by the fact that many smallholders lack formal land
- [Request For Proposal - RFP-A03-039 - National Risk Assessments Request for Proposals](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-rfp-a03-039-national-risk-assessments-request-for-proposals/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. Representatives from each of these
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: January 2024](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-january-2024/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: ASI finished the initial draft of the Assurance Model proposal and presented it to Working Group (WG) members in December for their feedback. To gather more specific insights, feedback calls were arranged with various categories. Based on the feedback received, ASI plans to revise the draft and present it for
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: November 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-november-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: Following the approval of the Assurance Model resolution (5b), the Assurance Model Task Force is working with ASI in developing the Assurance Model including aligning with current normative documents, engaging members for consultation, and pilot testing. In parallel, the Risk Subgroup hosted a webinar focused on traceability and shared findings
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-038-GPSNR Annual Report](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-038-gpsnr-annual-report/) - Background At GPSNR, we bring together companies, smallholders, academia and civil society to transform the natural rubber supply chain into a sustainable, equitable and fair one. Even though it was launched just in 2018, more than 50% of the world’s natural rubber demand already finds membership in GPSNR. This is only a small reflection of
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A06-037 - Digital Knowledge Sharing Platform - Content Development](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a06-037-digital-knowledge-sharing-platform-content-development/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: October 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-october-2023-2/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: Drafts of the proposed KPIs and Due Diligence System for the platform have been finalised and are now pending further discussions following the expected approval of the Members Journey Model at the 2023 General Assembly. These discussions aim to achieve document finalisation and alignment. As for the Risk Subgroup Traceability
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: September 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-september-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: The Traceability Pilot Field Trials consortiums Agridence and Koltiva have presented the final reports, which have been distributed within the Risk Subgroup. The Risk Subgroup has extended an invitation to ASI to share the formula behind the Risk Assessment Framework. This ensures that the framework is malleable to fit the
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-C03-036-Review and support the development of a Central Repository](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-c03-036-review-and-support-the-development-of-a-central-repository/) - Introduction & BackgroundThe Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include rubber products manufacturers, natural rubber suppliers and processors (PPTs), end users, smallholders, and civil society organisations. The
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-C03-035-Polygon Mapping Thailand](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-c03-035-polygon-mapping-thailand/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. The Manufacturer’s Subgroup (SG) consists
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-C03-034-Polygon Mapping Malaysia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-c03-034-polygon-mapping-malaysia/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. The Manufacturer’s Subgroup (SG) consists
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-C03-033-Polygon Mapping Indonesia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-c03-033-polygon-mapping-indonesia/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. The Manufacturer’s Subgroup (SG) consists
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: August 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-august-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: In recent developments within the Risk Subgroup, significant progress has been made. Consortiums Agridence and Koltiva have delivered their conclusive reports, which have been duly circulated among the members. The Risk Subgroup extended an invitation to ASI, requesting insights into the formulation of the Risk Assessment Framework. This move aims
- [Sri Trang Agro-Industry joins GPSNR](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/sri-trang-agro-industry-joins-gpsnr/) - Sri Trang Agro-Industry joins 23 other rubber producers, processors and traders at GPSNR to make the industry-wide transition to sustainable natural rubber We are pleased to welcome Sri Trang Agro-Industry as the newest member of GPSNR's growing community. The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) proudly announces the addition of Sri Trang Agro-Industry Public
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: July 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-july-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: The Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) were successfully agreed upon during the June Hybrid meetings, and are awaiting review and approval for the OEMs KPI. In pursuit of defining targets related to member’s water withdrawal within the KPIs, surveys have been sent out. The results from the water withdrawal surveys will
- [GPSNR Policy Components: Demonstrating a Commitment to Sustainable Natural Rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-policy-components-demonstrating-a-commitment-to-sustainable-natural-rubber/) - The Member Consultation period for the proposed GPSNR Policy Components and Baseline Reporting Requirements closed on 3 July 2020. All comments received as part of the consultation exercise were discussed by the Policy Toolbox Working Group over several rounds of calls. There has also been healthy dialogue between various membership categories and the Working Group
- [Empowering Smallholder Farmers: The Path to Deforestation-Free Rubber Supply Chains to Meet the EUDR](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/empowering-smallholder-farmers-the-path-to-deforestation-free-rubber-supply-chains-to-meet-the-eudr/) - On Wednesday, 19 April 2023, the European Union approved the upcoming Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) to prevent companies from placing products linked to deforestation onto the EU market. As part of the wider vision of the EU Green Deal, it will demand companies who import rubber or rubber-based products (e.g., tires) to verify that their supply
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: June 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-june-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: The Traceability pilot field trials for the Risk Subgroup, led by consortiums Agridence and Koltiva, are now in full swing. Agridence provided a midpoint update during the June Hybrid meetings, highlighting their progress thus far. Looking ahead, the Risk Subgroup is actively strategizing the next steps for ASI’s deliverable on
- [Natural Rubber and the European Union Deforestation Regulation: Perspectives from a young sustainability advocate working on natural rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/natural-rubber-and-the-european-union-deforestation-regulation-perspectives-from-a-young-sustainability-advocate-working-on-natural-rubber/) - Earlier this year, I joined the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) to work with smallholder farmers, civil societies, manufacturers, processors and end users on capacity building for those at the bottom of the natural rubber (NR) supply chain. The primary goal was to equip them with the necessary skills for sustainability reform, with
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: May 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-may-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group: The consortium of Agridence and Koltiva have initiated field trials for the Risk Subgroup Traceability Pilot. The Risk Subgroup is also planning the next steps for the deliverable from ASI regarding the Risk Assessment Framework, including internal piloting and cross-walking with GPSNR commissioned studies to identify any gaps. Additionally, the Risk
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-032-Thailand GAP Coaching](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-032-thailand-gap-coaching/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain.Development of GPSNR was initiated by the CEOS of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP)
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: April 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-april-2023/) - Strategy and Objectives Working GroupThe working group includes both the Risk subgroup and the Assurance Model task force and is currently working on some exciting stuff! The Risk subgroup has been busy, with consortiums Agridence and Koltiva having kick started their pilot field trials on the traceability tools. They are actively pursuing the next steps
- [Global Tire Intelligence report: Stefano Savi Op-Ed](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/global-tire-intelligence-report-stefano-savi-op-ed/) - This article was published in the April 2023 edition of the Global Tire Intelligence Report, compiled by Shaw Information Services trading as Tire Industry Research.
- [Tire Technology International: GPSNR Interview](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/tire-technology-international-gpsnr-interview/) - This article was published in the April 2023 edition of the Global Tire Intelligence Report, compiled by Shaw Information Services trading as Tire Industry Research.
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: March 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-march-2023/) - The strategy and objectives working group Both the sub working groups under the umbrella of the Strategy and Objectives WG are occupied with some critical milestones. The Risk Subgroup has received the final draft for the risk assessment framework by ASI, and will be working on piloting the framework and the next steps. The Risk
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-031-Proposing a Quantitative Orientation for GPSNR’s Reporting Matrix](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-031-proposing-a-quantitative-orientation-for-gpsnrs-reporting-matrix/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include rubber products manufacturers, natural rubber producers and processors, end users, smallholders and NGOs. In 2021,
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: January-February 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-january-february-2023/) - The strategy and objectives working group Both the subworking groups under the umbrella of the Strategy and Objectives WG are occupied with some critical milestones. The Risk Subgroup would soon be receiving the final draft for the risk assessment framework by ASI, which it will fine-tune based on the feedback received during the meetings in
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-029-Risk Taskforce Traceability Pilot Field Trial - Thailand](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-029-risk-taskforce-traceability-pilot-field-trial-thailand/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. The Risk Subgroup of GPSNR is seeking a consultant/field team
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-030-Risk Taskforce Traceability Pilot Field Trial - Indonesia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-030-risk-taskforce-traceability-pilot-field-trial-indonesia/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. The Risk Subgroup of GPSNR is seeking a consultant/field team
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-027-GPSNR Annual Report](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-027-gpsnr-annual-report/) - Introduction & Background At GPSNR, we bring together companies, smallholders, academia and civil society to transform the natural rubber supply chain into a sustainable, equitable and fair one. Even though it was launched just in 2018, more than 50% of the world’s natural rubber demand already finds membership in GPSNR. This is only a small
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-026-GPSNR Knowledge Sharing Platform: Digital Platform Development](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-026-gpsnr-knowledge-sharing-platform-digital-platform-development/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP)
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-028-Field Trials for HCSA Smallholders Toolkit and HCVN Nature Positive Farming programme for Natural Rubber Smallholders in Indonesia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-028-field-trials-for-hcsa-smallholders-toolkit-and-hcvn-nature-positive-farming-programme-for-natural-rubber-smallholders-in-indonesia/) - Introduction GPSNR The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP) in
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: December 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-december-2022/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The risk subgroup, which sits under the umbrella of this working group, is working on a series of Traceability tools webinars for GPSNR members to present on some tools available that would help members map their supply chain. The subgroup is also working on a pilot traceability study to investigate
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: November 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-november-2022/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The risk subgroup, which sits under the umbrella of this working group, has studied the various definitions of polygons in the EU Deforestation Regulation through an extensive survey conducted for GPSNR PPT members. The assurance model subgroup continues to work on the KPIs set during the last in-person meeting as
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: October 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-october-2022/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The assurance model taskforce, which sits under the umbrella of this working group, worked on establishing KPIs, GPSNR and Company targets, and tasking the KPIs to other working groups, categories and members. Its other subgroup on risk is currently working on a proposal for the definition of polygons in the
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: September 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-september-2022/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The assurance model taskforce, which sits under the umbrella of this working group, worked on establishing KPIs, GPSNR and Company targets, and tasking the KPIs to other working groups, categories and members. Its other subgroup on risk is currently working on a proposal for the definition of polygons in the
- [Statement by the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber on Proposed new EU Deforestation Regulation](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/statement-by-the-global-platform-for-sustainable-natural-rubber-on-proposed-new-eu-deforestation-regulation/) - The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) affirms the commitment of its membership toward deforestation-free natural rubber supply chains and acknowledges the importance of engaging with regulators to support its ambitions. In considering how to address the risk of deforestation and forest degradation associated with products placed on the EU market, we urge EU
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: August 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-august-2022/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group An important milestone of the month has been the recruitment of the Assurance Model taskforce, which will be working through the September 2022 hybrid meetings to finalise the design of the GPSNR Assurance Model. Additionally, the risk subgroup is looking for a consultant to review and revise the current Risk
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-021-Comprehensive Disease Fighting Approach](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-021-comprehensive-disease-fighting-approach/) - Deadline for submission has been updated to 8th July 2022 Note: awarding of the contract will be subject to securing of full funding 1. Introduction The Global Platform for Sustainable Naural Rubber is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative committed to improving the socioeconomics and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-025-Review and support the development of a risk analysis document and to assess and define appropriate risk thresholds for the GPSNR use case (In a natural rubber supply chain context)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-025-review-and-support-the-development-of-a-risk-analysis-document-and-to-assess-and-define-appropriate-risk-thresholds-for-the-gpsnr-use-case-in-a-natural-rubber/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include rubber products manufacturers, natural rubber suppliers and processors, end users and NGOs. Through a process led
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: July 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-july-2022/) - Start here for a full update on the working groups since the July 2022 General Assembly! Strategy and Objectives Working Group The Executive Committee (EC) approved the creation of the Assurance Model Task Force, which will look into finalizing GPSNR’s Assurance Model design by the end of this year. Members interested to join the Task
- [Press Release: GPSNR General Assembly 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/press-release-gpsnr-general-assembly-2022/) - PRESS RELEASE Global Rubber Industry kickstarts a plan for equitable distribution of costs and benefits of sustainability in their supply chain Singapore, 14 July 2022: Members of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), who represent 55% of the rubber value chain, convened their annual General Assembly yesterday, where they defined and charted
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-020-Smallholders Policy Equivalent](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-020-smallholders-policy-equivalent/) - Updated 6 May 2022 Introduction The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber producers and processors, vehicle makers, NGOs, and smallholder natural rubber producers.
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-024-Pilot Agroforestry Workshops for Smallholders](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-024-pilot-agroforestry-workshops-for-smallholders/) - 1. Introduction The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber producers and processors, vehicle makers, NGOs, and smallholder natural rubber producers. As of June
- [Rubber, representation and reform - What smallholders bring to the sustainability conversation](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/rubber-representation-and-reform-what-smallholders-bring-to-the-sustainability-conversation/) - By Febrius Wibisana, GPSNR Executive Committee Member & Co-Chair, GPSNR Smallholder Inclusion Working Group For those who do not know me yet, my name is Febrius Wibisana and I have been a rubber smallholder in Indonesia for over 25 years. At GPSNR, I represent the smallholder category at the Executive Committee level. I am also
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: June 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-june-2022/) - Here are all their updates from the last month: Strategy and Objectives Working Group For the strategy and objectives working group, the development of the assurance model will be on priority for the next few months. To this end, they have finalised the draft terms of reference for an Assurance Model taskforce, which will be
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-022-Pilot Provision of Certified Planting Materials in Indonesia – Clone Orders](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-022-pilot-provision-of-certified-planting-materials-in-indonesia-clone-orders/) - Deadline for submission has been updated to 8th July 2022 1. Introduction The Global Platform for Sustainable Naural Rubber is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative committed to improving the socioeconomics and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was intiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-023-Pilot Provision of Certified Planting Materials in Indonesia – Assessing and Identifying Suitable Locations and Nursery Operators](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-023-pilot-provision-of-certified-planting-materials-in-indonesia-assessing-and-identifying-suitable-locations-and-nursery-operators/) - Deadline for submission has been updated to 8th July 2022 1. Introduction The Global Platform for Sustainable Naural Rubber is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative committed to improving the socioeconomics and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was intiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for
- [RubberWay Contributes to Achieving GPSNR Goals](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/rubberway-contributes-to-achieving-gpsnr-goals/) - By Nicole Tan, Project Manager, RubberWay A couple of months ago, RubberWay was proud to introduce its contributions to sustainable natural rubber to members of GPSNR. Data obtained through RubberWay contributes to helping users meet the GPSNR Reporting Requirements. A crosswalk analysis done by the RubberWay team showed that it provides 89% coverage of the
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: May 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-may-2022/) - Here are all their updates from the last month: Strategy and Objectives Working Group The working group has made some significant progress this month on its work around risk simply by bringing so many members together in a room! Apart from this, their priorities for the next phase have been finalised and include the assurance
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - Webpage design consultancy](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-webpage-design-consultancy-2/) - Background At GPSNR, we bring together companies, smallholders, academia and civil society to transform the natural rubber supply chain into a sustainable, equitable and fair one. Even though it was launched just in 2018, more than 50% of the world’s natural rubber demand already finds membership in GPSNR. This is only a small reflection of
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: April 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-april-2022/) - Here are all their updates from the last month: Strategy and Objectives Working Group After conducting a gap analysis of GPSNR’s current activities based on the platform’s Theory of Change, the strategy and objectives working group is working on a strategy to address the gaps found, which they will soon present to the Executive Committee.
- [(Closed) Request for Proposal - GPSNR Knowledge Sharing Platform (GPSNR-RFP-A02-016)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-rfp-a02-016/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [(Closed) Request for Proposal - GPSNR Capacity Building Working Group: Smallholders GAP Coaching in Indonesia (GPSNR-RFP-A02-017)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-rfp-a02-017/) - INTRODUCTION The Global Platform for Sustainable Naural Rubber is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative committed to improving the socioeconomics and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was intiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP) in 2018. Members of
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: March 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-march-2022/) - All GPSNR working groups have a large chunk of work ahead of them. Here are all their updates: Strategy and Objectives Working Group The group has made good progress by establishing the new risk task force that will evaluate the exact scope of GPSNR’s risk based approach. It has also got its new Terms of
- [(Closed) Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-019 Guidance and Tools for GPSNR’s Reporting Requirements](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-019-guidance-and-tools-for-gpsnrs-reporting-requirements/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the platform include tire manufacturers, rubber producers and processors, vehicle makers and NGOs. In December 2021, GPSNR members approved
- [Request For Proposal - GPSNR-RFP-A02-018 Study On Economic Impacts, And Risks, In The Global Natural Rubber Value Chains](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-rfp-a02-018-study-on-economic-impacts-and-risks-in-the-global-natural-rubber-value-chains/) - *GPSNR has been approached by a number of organizations supporting the importance of the task but saying that a longer preparation period would be required to prepare proposals that adequately reflect the complexity of the issues to be addressed, and hence the organization has decided to extend the timelines of this project Introduction & Background The Global
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: February 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-february-2022/) - All GPSNR working groups have a large chunk of work ahead of them. Here are all their updates: Strategy and Objectives Working Group After completing the intensive task of publishing the Theory of Change, the strategy and objectives group is working on developing its own next steps based on this Theory of Change. In the
- [The Start of Change in the Natural Rubber Supply Chain](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/the-start-of-change-in-the-natural-rubber-supply-chain/) - By James Chang Wen Jie, Michelin In February 2022, the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber released its Theory of Change (ToC), a document which articulates how the platform aims to positively impact the supply chain and achieve its desired states. As a representative of my company Michelin at the platform, I have been part
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: January 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-january-2022/) - All GPSNR working groups have begun planning the year ahead. Here are all their updates: Strategy and Objectives Working Group After finalising the Theory of Change, the group is working on developing next steps for itself based on the ToC and updating its own Terms of Reference and membership.It is also busy with developing the
- [In favour of disagreement](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/in-favour-of-disagreement/) - Image 1: GPSNR’s Executive Committee at the latest General Assembly
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: December 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-december-2021/) - What a year! All our working groups successfully overcame the challenges of remote working and time-zone coordination, while moving the needle on sustainability in natural rubber. Here are their updates for December 2021: Strategy and Objectives Working Group The group has finalized the Theory of change, which is currently in the process of being designed
- [Press Release: GPSNR General Assembly 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/press-release-gpsnr-ga-2021/) - PRESS RELEASE In new industry agreement, Global Natural Rubber companies will report annually on their sustainability progress Singapore, 15 December 2021: Members of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) convened their annual General Assembly, which saw the approval of a set of detailed sustainability reporting parameters that all members will be required
- [Request for Proposal - Drafting of a Shared Responsibility Framework (GPSNR-RFP-A02-015)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-drafting-of-a-shared-responsibility-framework-gpsnr-rfp-a02-015/) - INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: November 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-november-2021/) - It’s been a busy month, to say the least! If you haven’t had the chance to take stock of everything that has happened, here is the update: Strategy and Objectives Working Group The group has finalised the Theory of change, which is currently in the process of being designed for public communications. They have also
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: October 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-october-2021/) - It’s been a busy month, to say the least! If you haven’t had the chance to take stock of everything that has happened, here is the update: Strategy and Objectives Working Group After conducting 2 sessions of the Theory of Change (ToC) Workshop last month, the Strategy and Objectives working group will soon finalise the
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - Webpage design consultancy](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-webpage-design-consultancy/) - Webpage design consultancy Background At GPSNR, we bring together companies, smallholders, academia and civil society to transform the natural rubber supply chain into a sustainable, equitable and fair one. Even though it was launched just in 2018, 50% of the world’s natural rubber demand already finds membership in GPSNR. This is only a small reflection
- [Amy Smith and Pierre Bois d’Enghien talk about creating a Policy Framework for sustainability and equity in natural rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/policy-framework-interview-working-group-1-policy-toolbox/) - ‘’Taking the first step even when you don’t see the entire staircase’’: Amy Smith and Pierre Bois d'Enghien talk about creating a Policy Framework for sustainability and equity in natural rubber Bani Bains, Communications Manager, GPSNR GPSNR offers a unique common ground, for peers to engage from across a complex supply chain. This makes it
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: September 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-september-2021/) - What an interesting month has passed us by! As we step closer to the General Assembly of 2021, here’s what the working groups have on their plate: Strategy and Objectives Working Group After conducting 2 sessions of the Theory of Change (ToC) Workshop this month, the Strategy and Objectives working group will soon finalise the
- [PRESS RELEASE: Natural Rubber players adopt policies committed to healthy ecosystems and human rights](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/press-release-natural-rubber-players-adopt-policies-committed-to-healthy-ecosystems-and-human-rights/) - Singapore, 24 September 2021: Apollo Tyres, Bridgestone, Continental Tires, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Hankook Tire & Technology, Kumho Tires, Michelin, Nokian Tyres, Pirelli, Sumitomo Rubber Industries, the Toyo Tire Group and the Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. are the first companies to have adopted natural rubber policies that are fully aligned with the policy framework
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: August 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-august-2021/) - It’s been a month of progress! Here are the updates from each working group: Strategy and Objectives Working Group While the working group did not meet this month, they are focussed on finalising the Theory of Change and organising a workshop for the same in September. The group will also continue to work on refining
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: July 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-july-2021/) - As every month seems to be busier than the last, these monthly updates encapsulate all the details that are important for members to know. Here is the snapshot for the month of July 2021: Strategy and Objectives Working Group After a busy few months of putting together the Environmental Risk Study and the Theory of
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: June 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-june-2021/) - What a month it has been! Here is a deep dive into working groups’ updates and progress: Strategy and Objectives Working Group With the finalisation of the Environmental risk assessment of natural rubber production and processing study, this working group has reviewed over 300 pages of environmental risks in the production and processing roles in
- [GPSNR unveils first ever collective grievance mechanism in the natural rubber industry](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-grievance-mechanism/) - Singapore, 15 June 2021: The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) has unveiled the natural rubber industry’s first ever grievance mechanism. The process provides a platform to address complaints against its members. It also creates a space for collaboration, improved relations and amicable and meaningful solutions amongst stakeholders in the natural rubber value chain. In
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: May 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-may-2021/) - It’s been a busy few months for all the working groups! Here are some of their key updates. Strategy and Objectives Working Group In April 2021, the Strategy and Objectives working group completed a significant piece of work by finalising the Desired State Document. This month, the group has received ten key recommendations on equity
- [SAVE THE DATE - GPSNR General Assembly 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/save-the-date-gpsnr-general-assembly-2021/) - Dear Members, We would like to invite you to block your diaries for the GPSNR General Assembly 2021, which we are planning for the week of the 11th to 15th October 2021. Should the situation allow, we aim to have a hybrid General Assembly this year, with stakeholders joining both physically in Singapore and virtually
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - GPSNR Compliance Panel Guidance (GPSNR-RFP-A02-014)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-compliance-panel-guidance-gpsnr-rfp-a02-014/) - INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative committed to improving the socioeconomics and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP) in 2018.
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: April 2021 (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-april-2021-members-version/) - View the April 2021 Working Groups Update Slide Deck for more details on the progress of each Working Group
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: March 2021 (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-march-2021-members-version/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The S&O Working Group has received inputs to the platform Theory of Change from the Smallholders Representation, Capacity Building, and Traceability and Transparency Working Groups. A task team from the S&O Working Group will now work to synthesize these different contributions into a single document. This compiled Theory of Change
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal GPSNR REPORTING REQUIREMENTS (GPSNR-RFP-A02-013)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-reporting-requirements-gpsnr-rfp-a02-013/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international, multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: March 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-march-2021/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The S&O Working Group has received inputs to the platform Theory of Change from the Smallholders Representation, Capacity Building, and Traceability and Transparency Working Groups. A task team from the S&O Working Group will now work to synthesize these different contributions into a single document. This compiled Theory of Change
- [Call for Volunteers: Implementation Guidance/Reporting Requirements Stakeholder Category Focus Groups (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/call-for-volunteers-implementation-guidance-reporting-requirements-stakeholder-category-focus-groups-members-version/) - Through a process led by the Policy Toolbox and Implementation Guidance Working Group (WG1), the General Assembly approved a Policy Framework in September 2020. The Framework outlines specific commitments to sustainable natural rubber that GPSNR company members must include in their public policies or other relevant documents.The next step is for GPSNR to develop the
- [Implementation Guidance/Reporting Requirements Stakeholder Category Focus Groups](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/implementation-guidance-reporting-requirements-stakeholder-category-focus-groups/) - Through a process led by the Policy Toolbox and Implementation Guidance Working Group (WG1), the General Assembly approved a Policy Framework in September 2020. The Framework outlines specific commitments to sustainable natural rubber that GPSNR company members must include in their public policies or other relevant documents.The next step is for GPSNR to develop the
- [Continuing the Conversation with GPSNR Topic Talks - The Sumatran Rubber Pilot](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/continuing-the-conversation-with-gpsnr-topic-talks-the-sumatran-rubber-pilot-public/) - The GPSNR Topic Talks webinar series is organised by the GPSNR Secretariat and presented by GPSNR members. The webinars cover several themes around sustainability and the global natural rubber supply chain. The Topic Talks series continued on the 17th of March with Dr. Michael Steuwe from WWF US and Gerald Tan from HeveaConnect presenting on
- [Continuing the Conversation with GPSNR Topic Talks - The Sumatran Rubber Pilot](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/continuing-the-conversation-with-gpsnr-topic-talks-the-sumatran-rubber-pilot/) - The GPSNR Topic Talks webinar series is organised by the GPSNR Secretariat and presented by GPSNR members. The webinars cover several themes around sustainability and the global natural rubber supply chain. The Topic Talks series continued on the 17th of March with Dr. Michael Steuwe from WWF US and Gerald Tan from HeveaConnect presenting on
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal GPSNR POLICY IMPLEMENTATION GUIDANCE AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-policy-implementation-guidance-and-reporting-requirements/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international, multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: February 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-february-2021/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group Further to the receipt of several submissions in response to the Environmental Risk Study request for Proposals, the Strategy and Objectives Working Group has now selected the Proforest team, together with consultant Liza Murphy, to conduct the environmental risk study. The team will be reaching out to GPSNR members to
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: February 2021 (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-february-2021-members-version/) - GPSNR Members Webinar | 3 March 2021, 8:00PM (GMT+8)Join the Chairs and Co-Chairs of the Executive Committee and Working Groups as they share more on their current projects and upcoming highlights. Members will be able to pose queries to the panelists during the live Q&A session. Register now Strategy and Objectives Working Group Further to
- [Embracing our Shared Responsibility: GPSNR's newest Working Group](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/embracing-our-shared-responsibility-gpsnrs-newest-working-group/) - Before the second General Assembly on 23 September 2020, the GPSNR Executive Committee had approved the creation of a Shared Responsibility Working Group that would be tasked to define the principles of shared responsibility for GPSNR. The term 'shared responsibility' is relatively new to the sustainability scene, and as such, there is currently no commonly
- [Embracing our Shared Responsibility: GPSNR's newest Working Group (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/embracing-our-shared-responsibility-gpsnrs-newest-working-group-members-version/) - Before the second General Assembly on 23 September 2020, the GPSNR Executive Committee had approved the creation of a Shared Responsibility Working Group that would be tasked to define the principles of shared responsibility for GPSNR. The term 'shared responsibility' is relatively new to the sustainability scene, and as such, there is currently no commonly
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: January 2021](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-january-2021/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group In our December update, we reported that the Working Group would be conducting interviews with the shortlisted candidates who had responded to the Request for Proposal for a study on environmental impacts, and risks, in the natural rubber value chain. The Working Group has since completed their interviews and will
- [From Strategy to Implementation: Next Steps for Capacity Building](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/from-strategy-to-implementation-next-steps-for-capacity-building/) - One of the key strategies identified by GPSNR to achieve our vision of a fair, equitable and environmentally sound natural rubber value chain is to ensure that there is capacity amongst smallholders and industrial plantations to adopt best practices in natural rubber production. In 2020, the Capacity Building Working Group, through various stakeholder interviews and
- [Seeing Through to a Solution: Traceability and Transparency Tools and Technology Studies](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/seeing-through-to-a-solution-traceability-and-transparency-tools-and-technology-studies/) - Deforestation, land grabbing, and human and labour rights violations have been associated with the production of natural rubber. In order to transform the global natural rubber supply chain into a fair, equitable and environmentally sound one, it is crucial that we work to reduce such social and environmental risks. This is by no means an
- [Seeing Through to a Solution: Traceability and Transparency Tools and Technology Studies (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/seeing-through-to-a-solution-traceability-and-transparency-tools-and-technology-studies-members-version/) - Deforestation, land grabbing, and human and labour rights violations have been associated with the production of natural rubber. In order to transform the global natural rubber supply chain into a fair, equitable and environmentally sound one, it is crucial that we work to reduce such social and environmental risks. This is by no means an
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: January 2021 (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-january-2021-members-version/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group In our December update, we reported that the Working Group would be conducting interviews with the shortlisted candidates who had responded to the Request for Proposal for a study on environmental impacts, and risks, in the natural rubber value chain. The Working Group has since completed their interviews and will
- [From Strategy to Implementation: Next Steps for Capacity Building (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/from-strategy-to-implementation-next-steps-for-capacity-building-members-version/) - One of the key strategies identified by GPSNR to achieve our vision of a fair, equitable and environmentally sound natural rubber value chain is to ensure that there is capacity amongst smallholders and industrial plantations to adopt best practices in natural rubber production. In 2020, the Capacity Building Working Group, through various stakeholder interviews and
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal  - Study on Environmental impacts, and risks, in the global Natural Rubber value chains](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/closed-request-for-proposal-study-on-environmental-impacts-and-risks-in-the-global-natural-rubber-value-chains/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [Revisions to GPSNR Fee Schedule](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/revisions-to-gpsnr-fee-schedule/) - The Executive Committee has approved revisions to the GPSNR Fee Schedule. In accordance with the terms set out in the GPSNR Statutes, the new Fee Schedule will take effect from 23 February 2021. To view the revised Fee Schedule, click here.
- [The GPSNR Website Has A New Look!](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/the-gpsnr-website-has-a-new-look/) - We’ve refreshed our website and added some exciting features especially for GPSNR members. Introducing the Members Portal The Members Portal brings together all the resources available to GPSNR members, and provides easy and quick access to ongoing member activities. Members can access this feature by logging in with the username and password provided by the
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: December 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-december-2020/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The Working Group has received several bids in response to the Request for Proposal (RFP) for a study on environmental impacts, and risks, in the natural rubber value chain that was published in November. The Working Group has shortlisted three candidates and, as part of the evaluation process, will be
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: December 2020 (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-december-2020-members-version/) - GPSNR Members Webinar: Recording and Slide Deck GPSNR members who missed the Executive Committee and Working Groups Update webinar that was held on 2 December can view the recording of the webinar or download the slide deck for reference. View webinar recording or download slide deck Strategy and Objectives Working Group The Working Group has
- [GPSNR Company Self Assessment Form: Aligning Your Company’s Policy with the GPSNR Policy Framework](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-company-self-assessment-form-aligning-your-companys-policy-with-the-gpsnr-policy-framework/) - The Policy Framework was approved and adopted via a membership vote at the 2nd GPSNR General Assembly on 23 September. As part of the resolution, companies were given 6 months to align their public policies to include all the components of GPSNR's Policy Framework, with the possibility of two extensions if evidence of progress is
- [GPSNR Grievance Mechanism: Call for Comments (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-grievance-mechanism-call-for-comments-members-version/) - During the September 2020 General Assembly, GPSNR members voted to allow the Executive Committee to move forward with designing and implementing a Grievance Mechanism, as outlined in a revision to the statutes. The GPSNR Grievance Mechanism is a non-legal system established for stakeholders to express concerns they have about a GPSNR member or the GPSNR
- [GPSNR Grievance Mechanism: Call for Comments](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-grievance-mechanism-call-for-comments/) - During the September 2020 General Assembly, GPSNR members voted to allow the Executive Committee to move forward with designing and implementing a Grievance Mechanism, as outlined in a revision to the statutes. The GPSNR Grievance Mechanism is a non-legal system established for stakeholders to express concerns they have about a GPSNR member or the GPSNR
- [Following the Conversation with GPSNR Topic Talks!](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/following-the-conversation-with-gpsnr-topic-talks/) - The GPSNR Topic Talks webinar series is organised by the GPSNR Secretariat and presented by GPSNR members. The webinars cover several themes around sustainability and the global natural rubber supply chain. The series kicked off on 27 October with a presentation by Philippe Thaler from CIRAD, on the implications of EU legislation on imported deforestation.
- [GPSNR Policy Framework](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-policy-framework/) - The Policy Components were approved as part of a resolution for the endorsement of a GPSNR policy framework for natural rubber production and sourcing for ordinary member companies. A booklet containing the Policy Components can be found here.
- [GPSNR’s new Policy Framework drives members commitment to sustainable rubber production and sourcing](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-s-new-policy-framework-drives-members-commitment-to-sustainable-rubber-production-and-sourcing/) - Singapore, 23 September 2020: On Wednesday, members of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) convened the annual General Assembly, which saw the approval of a members’ sustainability policy framework and the creation of a new membership category for smallholder producers of natural rubber. The newly approved policy framework will help GPSNR member companies,
- [The Road Ahead for GPSNR’s Working Groups](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/the-road-ahead-for-gpsnrs-working-groups/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group Moving forward, a key focus of the Strategy and Objectives Working Group is to look at increasing Working Group alignment within the Platform. Considering the interconnected nature of the work and the plan for Working Group-level Theories of Change, there is merit in bringing the Co-Chairs of Working Groups together
- [A First Look at GPSNR’s second Executive Committee](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/a-first-look-at-gpsnrs-second-executive-committee/) - GPSNR’s Executive Committee comprises Ordinary Member representatives of each membership category, according to the newly approved allocation proposed in the resolution for a standalone category for natural rubber smallholder producers. Each membership category is allocated a total of three seats in the Executive Committee, with representatives chosen by elections within the category. The Executive Committee
- [Highlights from General Assembly 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/highlights-from-general-assembly-2020/) - GPSNR’s second General Assembly was opened by Director Stefano Savi, who wished everyone a warm welcome to the virtual event. Next on the agenda was a message from Dr Gerd Müller, the German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development. The message was delivered via video by Sebastian Lesch, Head of Unit - International Agricultural
- [Introducing GPSNR Topic Talks! Webinar Series (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/introducing-gpsnr-topic-talks-webinar-series-members-version/) - GPSNR Topic Talks! is a new webinar series organised by the GPSNR Secretariat and presented by GPSNR members. The webinars will take place over three Tuesdays in October and November, and will cover three main themes around sustainability and the global natural rubber supply chain. The first Topic Talk, a presentation by Philippe Thaler from
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: October 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-october-2020/) - In our last issue, we explored the road ahead for GPSNR’s Working Groups following the outcome of the second General Assembly. In this update, we check in on each Working Group to see where they are in their respective journeys. Strategy and Objectives Working Group The Strategy and Objectives Working Group has already started working
- [It’s a Wrap: GPSNR’s Fourth Smallholder International Call](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/its-a-wrap-gpsnrs-fourth-smallholder-international-call/) - Although it had been more than a month since the GPSNR smallholder members had met at the international level, they took their places in the online meeting with a sense of familiarity that was heartening to see. We had come a long way since the first international call in late August. Since then, the second
- [Introducing GPSNR Topic Talks! Webinar Series](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/introducing-gpsnr-topic-talks-webinar-series/) - GPSNR Topic Talks! is a new webinar series organised by the GPSNR Secretariat and presented by GPSNR members. The webinars will take place over three Tuesdays in October and November, and will cover three main themes around sustainability and the global natural rubber supply chain. The first Topic Talk, a presentation by Philippe Thaler from
- [Following the Conversation with GPSNR Topic Talks! (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/following-the-conversation-with-gpsnr-topic-talks-members-version/) - The GPSNR Topic Talks series is organised by the GPSNR Secretariat and presented by GPSNR members. The presentations cover several themes around sustainability and the global natural rubber supply chain. The series kicked off on 27 October with a presentation by Philippe Thaler from CIRAD, on the implications of EU legislation on imported deforestation. View
- [Updates on the GPSNR Baseline Reporting Requirements Pilot Test](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/updates-on-the-gpsnr-baseline-reporting-requirements-pilot-test/) - In early June 2020, GPSNR member companies were invited to participate in pilot testing a set of draft Baseline Reporting Requirements developed by the Policy Toolbox and Implementation Guidance Working Group. Along with the newly approved Policy Components, the Baseline Reporting Requirements will constitute a key requirement for GPSNR membership. "By having robust reporting requirements
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: November 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-november-2020/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The Strategy and Objectives Working Group is currently revising its Terms of References (ToR) to better reflect the plans for further developing GPSNR’s Theory of Change. The Request for Proposal (RFP) for a study on environmental impacts, and risks, in the natural rubber value chain has been published. GPSNR members
- [GPSNR Working Groups Update: November 2020 (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-working-groups-update-november-2020-members-version/) - Join the Chairs and Co-Chairs of the Executive Committee and Working Groups as they share more on their current projects and upcoming highlights. Members will be able to pose queries to the panelists during the live Q&A session. Register Now! Strategy and Objectives Working Group The Strategy and Objectives Working Group is currently revising its
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - July 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-july-2019/) - The Strategy and Objectives Working Group, which has the main responsibility of determining the strategies needed to address social, economic and environmental impacts to achieve the desired state of the platform, has been extensively working on defining the desired state which identifies what GPSNR members would want being achieved when natural rubber is sustainably produced and utilized.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - August 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-august-2019/) - The Strategy and Objectives Working Group continues to build out the scope and desired deliverables for the first 3 strategies that GPSNR should implement.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - September 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-september-2019/) - The recruitment of team members for Strategy 1 “Policy Toolbox” and Strategy 3 “Enhancing Transparency and Traceability” has started with the expectation to get all the team members ready by the end of September 2019.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - October 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-october-2019/) - After the approval of the new Working Groups’ terms of References, the members volunteering for Strategy 1 - Policy Toolbox and Strategy 2 - Capacity Building working Group are now fully on board and are ready had their first call in October to outline the plan of action based on the ToRs, and elect the working groups’ co-chairs. Strategy 3 - Traceability working group’s members are also to kick-off their first calls in November. The Strategy & Objectives working group remains active to review desired state and finalise GPSNR’s Theory of Change.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - November 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-november-2019/) - Strategy & Objectives Working Group continues to work on the desired state document and Theory of Change. Strategy 1, 2, and 3 Working Groups kicked off the first calls with the background information on how their works are contributing to the design of GPSNR Assurance Model, which will be recommended by consultant Liza Murphy.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - December 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-december-2019/) - Strategy & Objectives Working Group is finalizing the Desired State document and Theory of Change. Both documents are shared with Strategy 1, 2, and 3 Working Groups to promote a process of verifying underlying concepts, root causes, and opportunities.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - January 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-january-2020/) - In preparation for the finalized desired state and Theory of Change proposals to be presented at the upcoming 2nd General Assembly, the Working Group has observed the need to develop a user-friendly document for the communication of their deliverables to the rest of the GPSNR members.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - February 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-february-2020/) - Working on the policy components during the Policy Toolbox drafters group meeting in Singapore.
- [Strategy and Objectives Working Group Update - March 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/strategy-and-objectives-working-group-update-march-2020/) - In driving forward the progress on the Theory of Change (ToC) and Desired State, the Chairs of the Strategy and Objectives Working Group are expected to lead discussions with the other Working Group Chairs. These discussions will focus on mapping the areas of work currently undertaken by the respective groups to the relevant sections of
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - July 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-july-2019/) - In January 2019, interested stakeholders came together in Singapore to discuss on the governance and objectives of the platform. Participants attending the workshop unanimously agreed that to bring about a change, work must be done to ensure smallholder inclusivity within the platform. In order to achieve this, the Smallholders Representation Working Group was created and assigned the main responsibility of coordinating actions to identify and secure adequate smallholder representation within the GPSNR governance.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - August 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-august-2019/) - Bringing the platform to smallholders – launching workshops in 5 different countries and regions to understand how smallholders could be integrated in the rubber platform governance to help design a pathway to sustainable natural rubber production.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - September 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-september-2019/) - With the support of P4F, Transitions and several of their local partners across the world, we are having the first smallholders workshop in Indonesia for October 7th - 9th.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - October 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-october-2019/) - Two workshops have been successfully held. More than 20 rubber smallholders from all over Indonesia - Kalimantan, South Sumatra, West Sumatra and Jambi gathered during the workshop in October 7th - 9th. The workshop in Thailand just finished with a fruitful discussion on collaboration opportunities between rubber smallholders and GPSNR.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - November 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-november-2019/) - Strong, sustainable supply chains can only be achieved if the most fragile player, smallholders, are empowered. The definition of ‘smallholders’ together with engagement guideline is being finalized with the aim to have a new ordinary membership category that would allow smallholders to express their views, ideas and concerns to the other international players within GPSNR.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - December 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-december-2019/) - On December 18th 2019, the first rubber smallholder with 2.4 hectares of rubber farm from Thailand has submitted his application form to GPSNR after the characteristics of GPSNR smallholders have been finalized together with the approval of onboarding procedure by the EC.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - January 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-january-2020/) - With the overarching awareness of the importance of smallholder inclusivity in GPSNR, the Smallholders Representation Working Group set out with an internal goal of 10 smallholder applicants for membership. To date, the number of applications received has more than doubled on that goal, and we are pleased to welcome a total of 22 smallholder farmers as new members thus far.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - February 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-february-2020/) - The Smallholders Representation Working Group will soon actively engage our smallholder members in several sessions with the aim of thoroughly briefing them on the Platform’s operations, including key documents such as GPSNR Statutes and Code of Conduct.
- [Smallholders Representation Working Group Update - March 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/smallholders-representation-working-group-update-march-2020/) - The appointed Country Champions have been in contact with the smallholders to ensure a good understanding of GPSNR through familiarization with the Statutes and Code of Conduct. These socialization efforts were carried out by means of teleconferencing, some taking place with the aid of interpreters. To complement these preliminary engagement sessions, the Working Group is
- [Secretariat Update - July 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-july-2019/) - In June 2019, GPSNR was chosen by ESSEC Business School Asia-Pacific in Singapore as one of the partner organizations for their Global Manager in Asia (GMA) track 2019.
- [Secretariat Update - August 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-august-2019/) - The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) and the International Rubber Study Group (IRSG) have agreed to build cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU).
- [Secretariat Update - September 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-september-2019/) - ESSEC Asia Pacific partnered with the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber for their first Global Manager in Asia (GMA) project.
- [Secretariat Update - October 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-october-2019/) - On September 24-26th, stakeholders from around the world and across the rubber value chain came together in the city of Hat Yai - the rubber hub in South of Thailand – to attend a three-day workshop organized by the Rainforest Alliance, Mighty Earth, Einhorn Products, Earth Net Foundation and supported by the Prince of Songkhla University.
- [Secretariat Update - November 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-november-2019/) - On December 1st, GPSNR will transfer its hosting from BCSD Singapore Ltd to the newly formed World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Asia Pacific Ltd. The purpose of this migration would enable GPSNR to better leverage synergies and explore means of collaboration within the wider network of WBCSD.
- [Secretariat Update - December 2019](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-december-2019/) - GPSNR shares vision of Sustainable Natural Rubber future at 15th Global Rubber Conference in Hainan, China
- [Secretariat Update - January 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-january-2020/) - GPSNR recognizes the need to work towards economic sustainability within the natural rubber industry, ensuring that the earnings of millions of smallholders and farmworkers are enough for them to enjoy a decent standard of living. This is why ensuring equity along the value chain is one of our 12 principles critical to achieving a desired, sustainable state of the natural rubber industry.
- [Secretariat Update - February 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-february-2020/) - The 2nd GPSNR General Assembly, which was originally scheduled for 31 March 2020, has been postponed due to the ongoing global outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
- [Secretariat Update - February 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/secretariat-update-february-2020-2/) - On Friday 7 February, Singapore announced that it was stepping up its risk assessment level. Previously at ‘Yellow’ on the Disease Outbreak Response System Condition (DORSCON) scale, the country is now at ‘Orange’. This change triggered additional precautionary measures such as an advice to cancel or defer all non-essential large-scale events. More countries are also
- [General Assembly 2020 Information for Members (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/general-assembly-2020-information-for-members-members-version/) - With less than a month to go to GPSNR’s General Assembly (GA) 2020, the Secretariat has scheduled a two-part webinar series on 8 & 9 September 2020 that will take members through the proposed resolutions to be voted on at the upcoming GA as well as introduce the candidates for the Executive Committee elections. Members
- [Presentation on the High Conservation Value Approach (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/presentation-on-the-high-conservation-value-approach-members-version/) - In discussing the proposed member requirements and reporting requirements, the Policy Toolbox Working Group has touched frequently upon the topics of High Conservation Value (HCV), no deforestation, no conversion of non-forested ecosystem, and other issues around developments on post-disturbance vegetation/ land cover. To establish a common understanding about HCVs, the High Conservation Value Resource Network
- [Developing a GPSNR Assurance Model (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/developing-a-gpsnr-assurance-model-members-version/) - You must be logged in to view this contentLogin
- [Member Consultation on proposed GPSNR Policy Components and Baseline Reporting Requirements (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/member-consultation-on-proposed-gpsnr-policy-components-and-baseline-reporting-requirements-members-version/) - Natural rubber faces a similar set of environmental, social and economic issues as other agricultural commodities such as palm oil, but the spotlight on sustainability has only been recently turned towards this key raw material, 70% of which goes into tire production. The launch of GPSNR marked a significant step towards developing sustainable standards for
- [Updates from the Working Groups (Members Version)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/updates-from-the-working-groups-members-version/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The study on Human Rights and Labour Rights’ Risk Mapping in the Global Natural Rubber Value Chains conducted by independent consultants James Griffiths & Associates Sàrl has been submitted to the Working Group. The full study will be published on the GPSNR website shortly, and the document will be open
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - Study on Living Income Gap in Global Natural Rubber Value Chains – Thailand](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-study-on-living-income-gap-in-global-natural-rubber-value-chains-thailand/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal – Smallholders workshop facilitator](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-smallholders-workshop-facilitator/) - Introduction & BackgroundThe Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international, multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Members of the Platform include tire manufacturers, rubber suppliers and processors, vehicle makers and civil society organizations. GPSNR’s structure consists of an
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - Traceability and Transparency Tools Comparison](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-traceability-and-transparency-tools-comparison/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - GIS Database and Mapping Tools](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gis-database-and-mapping-tools/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal  - Study on Living Income Gap in Global Natural Rubber Value Chains – Indonesia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-study-on-living-income-gap-in-global-natural-rubber-value-chains-indonesia/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal  - Study on Living Income Gap in Global Natural Rubber Value Chains – Ivory Coast](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-study-on-living-income-gap-in-global-natural-rubber-value-chains-ivory-coast/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal  - Study on Living Income Gap in Global Natural Rubber Value Chains – Myanmar](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-study-on-living-income-gap-in-global-natural-rubber-value-chains-myanmar/) - Introduction & Background The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project
- [Platform Updates for August](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/platform-updates-for-august/) - Baseline Reporting Requirements Pilot Testing The Baseline Reporting Requirements, developed by the Policy Toolbox Working Group, is a document that indicates certain qualitative and quantitative sustainability data to be reported to the Secretariat. Back in June, we invited GPSNR members to volunteer to be part of a pilot testing for these Baseline Reporting Requirements. Since
- [Getting to Know You: GPSNR’s First Smallholder International Call](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/getting-to-know-you-gpsnrs-first-smallholder-international-call/) - 13 August 2020 - Kliwon is a natural rubber smallholder from Jambi Province, Indonesia, whose work with natural rubber started in the 80s. This evening, however, he’s doing something quite different from his usual rubber farming activities. Dressed in a light brown shirt of traditional Indonesian batik, Kliwon’s wiry frame and distinct head of white
- [General Assembly 2020 Information for Members](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/general-assembly-2020-information-for-members/) - With less than a month to go to GPSNR’s General Assembly (GA) 2020, the Secretariat has published an Information Booklet for all GPSNR members, containing key details around the event, including proposed resolutions and a list of candidates running for the Executive Committee Elections. This year’s GA will be convened virtually on 23 September 2020.
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - GPSNR Baseline reporting requirements pilot](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-baseline-reporting-requirements-pilot/) - The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international multi-stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP) in 2018. Members
- [Preparing Smallholders for their Role in GPSNR](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/preparing-smallholders-for-their-role-in-gpsnr/) - Following the announcement that the GPSNR General Assembly (GA) will take place in September, the Smallholders Representation Group has quickly adapted its plans around onboarding smallholder members prior to the GA. With restrictions around COVID-19 necessitating a virtual format for the GA, likewise the sessions involving smallholders would follow suit. The onboarding will be conducted
- [Proposing National Strategies for Capacity Building](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/proposing-national-strategies-for-capacity-building/) - Following several rounds of further consultation amongst its members, the Capacity Building Working Group has finalized proposals for capacity building strategies for the four previously identified focus countries: Côte d’Ivoire, Indonesia, Myanmar and Thailand. Within each of these proposals, the Working Group has defined key strategic approaches to best allow for immediate engagement and implementation.
- [Notice of GPSNR General Assembly 2020](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/notice-of-gpsnr-general-assembly-2020/) - The 2nd General Assembly (GA) of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) will be convened on 23 September 2020. Given the exceptional circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 crisis, the decision has been made to hold the GA virtually. In making this decision, the GPSNR Executive Committee (EC) considered the importance of the issues that
- [Member Consultation on proposed GPSNR Policy Components and Baseline Reporting Requirements](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/member-consultation-on-proposed-gpsnr-policy-components-and-baseline-reporting-requirements/) - Natural rubber faces a similar set of environmental, social and economic issues as other agricultural commodities such as palm oil, but the spotlight on sustainability has only been recently turned towards this key raw material, 70% of which goes into tire production. The launch of GPSNR marked a significant step towards developing sustainable standards for
- [Developing a GPSNR Assurance Model](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/developing-a-gpsnr-assurance-model/) - Assurance is defined as demonstrable evidence that specified requirements relating to a product, process, system, person or body are fulfilled. In other words, thinking about Assurance is to ponder the question: how do we protect the credibility of our claim? The Executive Committee (EC) has been working on an Assurance model concept since late 2019.
- [Updates from the Working Groups](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/updates-from-the-working-groups/) - Strategy and Objectives Working Group The study on Human Rights and Labour Rights’ Risk Mapping in the Global Natural Rubber Value Chains conducted by independent consultants James Griffiths & Associates Sàrl has been submitted to the Working Group. The full study will be published on the GPSNR website shortly, and the document will be open
- [Presentation on the High Conservation Value Approach](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/presentation-on-the-high-conservation-value-approach/) - In discussing the proposed member requirements and reporting requirements, the Policy Toolbox Working Group has touched frequently upon the topics of High Conservation Value (HCV), no deforestation, no conversion of non-forested ecosystem, and other issues around developments on post-disturbance vegetation/ land cover. To establish a common understanding about HCVs, the High Conservation Value Resource Network
- [Maintaining Alignment in GPSNR’s Strategic Outlook](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/maintaining-alignment-in-gpsnrs-strategic-outlook/) - As the mid-year mark approaches, our Working Groups continue to make progress in their respective areas of focus. In spite of the setbacks brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, group calls and discussions remain as scheduled, with every intention to have deliverables ready for approval or presentation at the General Assembly 2020. Final text for
- [Capacity Building for Natural Rubber Smallholders](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/capacity-building-for-natural-rubber-smallholders/) - The regional sub-Groups of the Capacity Building Working Group continue to advance discussions on developing country-specific capacity building goals and strategies for Indonesia, Thailand, Côte d’Ivoire and Myanmar. The sub-Groups have made progress in identifying three issues of priority per country. Focusing on these issues, the sub-Groups have pinpointed the drivers or causes of these
- [Message from the Director: Updates on COVID-19](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/message-from-the-director-updates-on-covid-19/) - Dear Members, Since our last update to you, the COVID-19 situation has escalated into a global pandemic, with Europe and the US some of the hardest hit areas. The implications for us as a multi-stakeholder platform, are many. Today, I am taking the opportunity to update you on how we have addressed the issues within
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - GPSNR Assurance Models Review](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-gpsnr-assurance-models-review/) - The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), is an international Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOs of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP) in 2018.
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - Study on Human Rights and Labour Rights’ risk mapping in the global Natural Rubber value chains](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-study-on-human-rights-and-labour-rights-risk-mapping-in-the-global-natural-rubber-value-chains/) - Through a process led by the Strategy and Objectives Working Group the Platform has developed stated goals with a strong focus on developing a framework that supports and sustains responsible supply chain . Important among the information needed to undergo these developments of is a better understanding of the social risks including (but not limiting
- [(CLOSED) Request for Proposal - Grievance Mechanism Review](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/request-for-proposal-grievance-mechanism-review/) - The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber is an international, Multi-Stakeholder, voluntary membership initiative seeking to lead improvements in the socioeconomic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain. Development of the GPSNR was initiated by the CEOS of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Tire Industry Project (TIP) in 2018. Members
- [Introducing More Ways to Communicate about GPSNR](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/introducing-more-ways-to-communicate-about-gpsnr/) - The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the entire natural rubber supply chain. It has triggered car and tire manufacturing companies to operate with a reduced workforce, or temporarily halt production plants altogether. Strict lockdown measures have caused a drastic fall in the sales of consumer tires across Europe. Global demand for natural rubber has dropped, the
- [Different Plans for Different Countries: Getting Capacity Building Right](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/different-plans-for-different-countries-getting-capacity-building-right/) - What are the challenges that prevent the production of sustainable natural rubber in rubber-producing countries, and why do they exist? What initiatives can be taken, and by whom, to effectively overcome these challenges? How can GPSNR best support the natural rubber sector in becoming more sustainable? In setting out to find the answers to these
- [Addressing the Impact of COVID-19 on Natural Rubber Smallholders](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/addressing-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-natural-rubber-smallholders/) - Many are calling these “unprecedented times”, and undeniably so. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the world many firsts - from the closing of international borders to country-wide lockdowns and quarantines, and extreme social distancing measures applied to everyday activities such as exercising and grocery shopping. In this sense, many of the impacts of COVID-19 have
- [Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber holds inaugural General Assembly, appoints Executive Committee](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/global-platform-for-sustainable-natural-rubber-holds-inaugural-general-assembly-appoints-executive-committee/) - Natural rubber stakeholders convened for the inaugural General Assembly of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR)
- [Stretching the conversation about sustainable natural rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/stretching-the-conversation-about-sustainable-natural-rubber/) - In the last 30 years, Asia has doubled the area of land dedicated to rubber plantations, where environmental abuses run rampant in its complex supply chain. Now, the biggest stakeholders in rubber are setting new standards with the launch of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber.
- [Stakeholders launch Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/stakeholders-launch-global-platform-for-sustainable-natural-rubber/) - Today, natural rubber stakeholders convened for the ceremonial launch of an independent platform to lead improvements in the socio-economic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain.
- [Launching the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/launching-the-global-platform-for-sustainable-natural-rubber/) - Natural rubber is a crucial element of tire production and one reason Tire Industry Project (TIP) members want to ensure the sustainable production and supply of natural rubber.
- [Natural rubber stakeholders align on GPSNR governance](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/natural-rubber-stakeholders-align-on-gpsnr-governance/) - Natural rubber stakeholders have aligned on a governance structure and priority actions for the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), an independent platform to lead improvements in the socio-economic and environmental performance of the natural rubber value chain.

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- [Shared Investment Mechanism](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/shared-investment-mechanism/) - Shared Investment Mechanism Important: The SIM Workplan and Calendar for 2026 is available here.Call for Project Proposals — GPSNR Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) 2027 Funding Cycle is open from 21 April – 15 June 2026. Details here. The Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) is a joint-funding framework under which GPSNR ordinary members co-fund in sustainability and
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- [The Assurance System](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/the-assurance-system/) - A GPSNR Members’ Journey towards RISK BASED ASSURANCE SYSTEM Designed by and for GPSNR members, this system of risk based assurance provides a structured process for companies to: Make sustainability commitments in line with GPSNR’s policy frameworkIdentify and assess risks related to human rights and the environment within their supply chains. After risks have been
- [Capacity Building Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/capacity-building-projects/) - Capacity Building & SUSTAINABILITY Projects Since 2022, GPSNR members and institutional donors have collectively contributed over USD 2 million to fund capacity-building initiatives supporting smallholders across the global natural rubber supply chain.In 2024, GPSNR’s manufacturer members launched the Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) — an annual, industry-wide fund designed to scale up support for global capacity-building
- [Documents](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/documents/) - Documents In this section, you will find GPSNR documents related to governance, policy and membership requirements. GPSNR STATUTES Document number: GPSNR-GOV-B01-003 Endorsed by the 7th GPSNR General Assembly (15.12.2025) Translated versions of this document are available. Select from the following languages: English Bahasa Indonesia Thai Chinese French Khmer GPSNR POLICY FRAMEWORK Document number: GPSNR-POL-B01-003 Endorsed
- [GPSNR Statutes & Code of Conduct](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-statutes-code-of-conduct/) - Statutes & Code OF conduct GPSNR STATUTES Document number: GPSNR-GOV-B01-003 Endorsed by the 7th GPSNR General Assembly (15.12.2025) Translated versions of this document are available. Select from the following languages: English Bahasa Indonesia Thai Chinese French Khmer GPSNR CODE OF CONDUCT Document number: GPSNR-GOV-B01-001 Endorsed by the 7th GPSNR General Assembly (15.12.2025) Translated versions of
- [Our Members](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/our-members/) - Ordinary MembersGPSNR Ordinary Members represent the entire natural rubber value chain, from smallholders to natural rubber producers, processors and traders, manufacturers, end users as well as civil society organizations. These form the five membership categories of the Platform. Producers, Processors, and Traders Manufacturers End Users Civil Society Organizations​ Affiliate MembersGPSNR Affiliate Members include academic institutions,
- [Executive Committee](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/executive-committee/) - The Executive Committee 2The Executive Committee serves as a center of overarching ideas for GPSNR. The Executive Committee comprises a total of 14 members representing the five Membership Categories according to the following allocation: Producers, Processors, and Traders : 3 seats Manufacturers and Other Natural Rubber Makers/Buyers : 3 seats End Users and Financial Institutions
- [GPSNR Annual Report 2025](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-annual-report-2025/)
- [GPSNR Reports](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/reports/) - Reports Find reports, case studies and guidance documents Reports Title Link Good Agricultural Practices Click here GPSNR Landscape Review - Impact Assessment Methodologies Click here Executive Summary - Review of Transparency & Traceability Tools and Solutions Click here Executive Summary - Spatial Data & Mapping Tools for Detecting Deforestation and Threats to HCVS Areas in
- [The Secretariat](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/the-secretariat/) - The Secretariat The Secretariat supports the day-to-day operations of GPSNR, and collaborates closely with the Executive Committee and Working Groups to facilitate their work.
- [GPSNR Reporting Requirements](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-reporting-requirements/) - GPSNR Reporting Requirements The Reporting Requirements were approved at the 2021 General Assembly to provide ordinary member companies with a way to report on their progress in implementing GPSNR’s Policy Framework. With the approval of the reporting requirements, ordinary member companies shall report annually on the questions included in the Reporting Requirements for the member’s
- [User Page](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/user-page/) - Members portal In the Members Portal, you will find information on ongoing member-wide activities, as well as a repository of members-only documents and resources. GPSNR members that need help to access their account can email the secretariat at info@gpsnr.org for further assistance Username or e-mail Password Antispam 1 Antispam 2 Antispam 3 remember me forgot
- [A State Of Becoming: GPSNR’s 2024 Annual Report](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/annual-report-2024/) - An illustrated report highlighting 2024 as a year of growth at the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR).
- [GPSNR's Reported Data In 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnrs-reported-data-in-2023/) - GPSNR's reported data in 2023 In 2021, GPSNR members agreed upon a standardized set of reporting requirements – questions that monitor their progress on the commitments they have made in principle and in their procurement policies. Please read GPSNR 2023 report data below. The Reporting Group Our reporting members fall in three categories: Producers, Processors
- [Theory Of Change](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/theory-of-change/) - Theory of Change for a Sustainable Natural Rubber Supply Chain As part of its vision for change, GPSNR has identified a desired state of a Sustainable Natural Rubber supply chain. Our Theory of Change (TOC) serves as a path to this desired state. The infographic below reflects the essence of our TOC. For more details
- [Grievance Procedure](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/grievance-procedure/) - GPSNR Grievance Procedure The Grievance MechanismThe GPSNR Grievance Mechanism (“Grievance Mechanism”) is a non-legal process established for stakeholders to express concerns they have about a GPSNR member and find optimal ways to resolve disputes. This Mechanism is distinct from the grievance mechanisms that ordinary company members are required to establish and maintain, and should be
- [Policy Framework](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/policy-framework/) - GPSNR Policy Framework GPSNR POLICY FRAMEWORK (Eng)Endorsed by the GPSNR Executive Committee and adopted at the 2nd General Assembly by GPSNR Members on 23 September 2020​View the Policy Framework here (English)GPSNR POLICY FRAMEWORK (中文)获 GPSNR 执行委员会认可并于 2020 年 9 月 23 日由 GPSNR 第二届会员大会通过View the Policy Framework here (中文)GPSNR POLICY FRAMEWORK (français)Approuvé par le Comité
- [Geographical Classification](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-geographical-classification-2/) - Geographical Classification The Geographical Classification outlines a standardised framework for categorising regions relevant to the natural rubber value chain. ------------ Country / Nation ----------- The highest level of geographic categorization, referring to a sovereign state or nation ------ State / Province / Region ------ The second highest level, referring to the primary administrative divisions within
- [Glossary](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/glossary/) - Glossary of Terms The Glossary serves as a comprehensive reference for standardised terminology and concepts in sustainable natural rubber. wdt_ID Term Definition 1 Agricultural use Use of land for the purpose of agriculture, including for agricultural plantations and set aside agricultural areas, and for rearing livestock.** 2 Applicable legislation Local, national and international laws in the
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- [Policy, Regulation and Natural Rubber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/policy-regulation-and-natural-rubber/) - Policy, regulation and natural rubber The latest on regulatory standards that impact natural rubber 2023. June 2023The European Union Deforestation Regulation was published in the official journal of the European Union, coming into force on 29 June. However, the main prohibitions will not apply till 30 December 2024. Download the regulation here. June 2023Koltiva’s Luca
- [GPSNR's Reported Data In 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/gpsnr-reported-data-in-2022/) - GPSNR's reported data in 2022 In 2021, GPSNR members agreed upon a standardized set of reporting requirements – questions that monitor their progress on the commitments they have made in principle and in their procurement policies. 2022 became our first year of reporting, please read GPSNR 2022 report data below. The Reporting Group Our reporting
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- [Annual Report 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/annual-report-2023/) - Back to GPSNR Site 2023 Annual Report GPSNR is an international membership driven platform set up to define sustainability for the natural rubber value chain. It brings together various stakeholders to a common ground based on fairness, equity and environmental sustainability. Membership is diverse, and is open to everyone in the natural rubber industry. 60%
- [Funding for Capacity Building](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/capacity-building/) - FUND SUSTAINABILITY IN THE NATURAL RUBBER VALUE CHAIN While we work towards a long term funding model, we’re kickstarting capacity building work with smallholders and industrial plantations in Thailand, Indonesia and Côte d’Ivoire. FIND OUT MORE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES: CAPACITY BUILDING As GPSNR’s long term funding model takes shape, you can help us implement capacity building
- [temp-landing-page-small-holders](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/temp-landing-page-small-holders/) - Policy Toolbox Subworking Groups:Transparent Reporting RoadmapImplementation GuidanceReporting Guidance and ToolsCurrently working on:Reporting transparency roadmap review for Year 2WG Terms of reference here Meeting Minutes and Key Documents Folder Shared Responsibility Currently working on:Shared Responsibility FrameworkTerms of Reference here Meeting Minutes and Key Documents Folder Smallholders Representation & Capacity Building (SCB) Working Group Task Forces: Digital
- [2022 Annual Report](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/2022-annual-report/) - 2022 Annual Report In the last four years, almost 55% of the global natural rubber supply chain has come together to define and implement sustainability and equity in their unique context. This annual report encapsulates their effort and tenacity. Message from Stefano Dear Members, Supporters and Friends, This is our first annual report since we
- [Desired State](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/desired-state/) - GPSNR's Desired State of the Natural Rubber Supply Chain What does a fair, equitable and environmentally sound global natural rubber supply chain look like? GPSNR identifies its vision for a Desired State of the natural rubber supply chain, which also includes specific characteristics that define a sustainable natural rubber supply chain. While it is widely
- [Tenders](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/tenders/) - Tenders Request for Proposal – Oversight February 11, 2026 11:39 am Request For Proposal – GPSNR Annual Report Design (Animated Video and PDF formats) January 8, 2026 3:16 pm Request For Proposal – RFP-A03-039 – National Risk Assessments Request for Proposals April 9, 2024 5:30 pm Request For Proposal – GPSNR-RFP-A02-038-GPSNR Annual Report November 16,
- [Become a Member](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/membership/) - Become a Member Whether you’re just starting on your sustainability journey or leading the way with strong policies and practices, no matter where you are in the global natural rubber value chain, you can play a part in creating a sustainable future for natural rubber by becoming a member of GPSNR. Demonstrate your commitment Membership
- [Status of Grievance](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/grievance-status/) - GPSNR Grievance Procedure The GPSNR Grievance Mechanism (“Grievance Mechanism”) is a non-legal process established for stakeholders to express concerns they have about a GPSNR member or the GPSNR Secretariat and find optimal ways to resolve disputes. This Mechanism is distinct from the grievance mechanisms that ordinary company members are required to establish and maintain, and
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- [General Assembly](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/general-assembly/) - On 14th December 2021 at 7pm SGT, GPSNR held its third General Assembly (GA), and the second virtual one in a row. There’s a lot to cover in this annual meeting, including membership growth, working group updates, passing key resolutions and the announcement of the new executive committee.For any other information or queries, please do
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- [Global CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=global-cb-projects) - Digital Knowledge Sharing Platform (Rubber Wiki) Project Timeline: 8 February 2022 to 31 August 2024 Current Status: Completed Budget Amount237,842 EUR DonorGIZ Click to viewStatistics Statistics : Digital Knowledge Sharing Platform (Rubber Wiki) Rubber Wiki is a digital knowledge-sharing platform tailored for global natural rubber smallholders, now available on Android in 10 countries and 11
- [Liberia CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=liberia-cb-projects) - Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023 Project Timeline: August 2023 to May 2024 Current Status: Completed Budget Amount60,000 USD DonorBridgestone Click to viewStatistics Statistics : Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023 Statistics Data Box Figure 25 Data Box Description Total Participants Data Box Figure 16% Data Box Description Female Participants To enhance smallholder engagement in sustainable agroforestry practices, GPSNR
- [Cote D'Ivoire CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=cote-divoire-cb-projects) - Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023 Project Timeline: August 2023 to May 2024 Current Status: Completed Budget Amount60,000 USD DonorBridgestone Click to viewStatistics Statistics : Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023 Statistics Data Box Figure 63 Data Box Description Total Participants Data Box Figure 7% Data Box Description Female Participants To enhance smallholder engagement in sustainable agroforestry practices, GPSNR
- [Cambodia CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=cambodia-cb-projects) - Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2022 Project Timeline: September 2022 to October 2022 Current Status: Completed Budget Amount35,100 EUR DonorP4F Click to viewStatistics Statistics : Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2022 Statistics Data Box Figure 18 Data Box Description Total Participants Data Box Figure 22% Data Box Description Female Participants To enhance smallholder engagement in sustainable agroforestry practices, GPSNR
- [Thailand CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=thailand-cb-projects) - Agroforestry: RAFS Project Timeline: December 2022 to February 2026 Current Status: Ongoing Budget Amount171,000 USD DonorMichelin & Renault Click to viewStatistics Statistics : Agroforestry: RAFS Statistics Data Box Figure 1001 Data Box Description Total Smallholders Coached Data Box Figure 61% Data Box Description Female Smallholders Coached Data Box Figure 13,220 Data Box Description Seedlings Distributed
- [Malaysia CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=malaysia-cb-projects) - GAP Coaching: Koltiva (Phase 2) Project Timeline: April 2024 to September 2024 Current Status: Ongoing Budget Amount41,675 USD DonorGoodyear Click to viewStatistics Statistics : GAP Coaching: Koltiva (Phase 2) Statistics Data Box Figure 1,782 Data Box Description Total Smallholders Coached Data Box Figure 45% Data Box Description Female Smallholders Coached Data Box Figure 18% Data
- [Indonesia CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?elementor_library=indonesia-cb-projects) - GAP Coaching: SNV-Proforest Project Timeline: June 2022 to December 2023 Current Status: Completed Budget Amount149,240 USD DonorGIZ Click to viewStatistics Statistics : GAP Coaching: SNV-Proforest Statistics Data Box Figure 2010 Data Box Description Total Smallholders Coached Data Box Figure 34% Data Box Description Female Smallholders Coached Data Box Figure 20% Data Box Description Youth Coached
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- [ayakobridgestone](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ayakobridgestone)
- [irinaciucioibadea](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=irinaciucioibadea)
- [cmogroup](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=cmogroup)
- [bfusarhea](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=bfusarhea)
- [bridgestonegab](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=bridgestonegab)
- [jlb](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=jlb)
- [ptwilson](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ptwilson)
- [ptinsan](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ptinsan)
- [retexcycle](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=retexcycle)
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- [stcmeiing](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=stcmeiing)
- [siphmartin](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=siphmartin)
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- [nissan](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=nissan)
- [malayarubtech](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=malayarubtech)
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- [karensteer](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=karensteer)
- [fao](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=fao)
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- [CHC](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=chc)
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- [testtest](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=testtest)
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- [miles](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=miles)
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- [agrobusinessgroup](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=agrobusinessgroup)
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- [aeolustyre](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=aeolustyre)
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- [ptbukit](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ptbukit)
- [GIZ](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=giz)
- [earthworm](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=earthworm)
- [Sumitomo Riko Company Limited](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=sumitomo-riko-company-limited)
- [hcsa](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=hcsa)
- [tip](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=tip)
- [agtt](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=agtt)
- [vibrase](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=vibrase)
- [mrc](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=mrc)
- [testuser](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=testuser)
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- [veja](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=veja)
- [baselog](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=baselog)
- [vonbundit](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=vonbundit)
- [securitymatters](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=securitymatters)
- [ctk](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ctk)
- [cocoasource](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=cocoasource)
- [mardec](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=mardec)
- [sgx](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=sgx)
- [jktyre](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=jktyre)
- [conti2](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=conti2)
- [linglong](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=linglong)
- [cicnd](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=cicnd)
- [kraiburg](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=kraiburg)
- [heveaconnect](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=heveaconnect)
- [onepeterson](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=onepeterson)
- [maxxis](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=maxxis)
- [gititire](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=gititire)
- [ecolabelling](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ecolabelling)
- [boisdenghien](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=boisdenghien)
- [volkswagen](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=volkswagen)
- [nuol](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=nuol)
- [earthpbc](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=earthpbc)
- [timberfarm](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=timberfarm)
- [koltivaag](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=koltivaag)
- [apabor](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=apabor)
- [agriac](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=agriac)
- [trelleborg](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=trelleborg)
- [csreurope](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=csreurope)
- [lime](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=lime)
- [siyuan](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=siyuan)
- [stefanosavi](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=stefanosavi)
- [socfing](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=socfing)
- [nokiantyres](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=nokiantyres)
- [gpsnr](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=gpsnr)
- [cirad](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=cirad)
- [ngoforumkh](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=ngoforumkh)
- [mavalle](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=mavalle)
- [sheffield](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=sheffield)
- [wdk](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=wdk)
- [wisonoma](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=wisonoma)
- [lizamurphy](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=lizamurphy)
- [michelin2](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=michelin2)
- [pirelli2](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=pirelli2)
- [doublehelix](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=doublehelix)
- [tyrestewardship](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=tyrestewardship)
- [etrma](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=etrma)
- [proforest](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=proforest)
- [aka](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=aka)
- [introsa](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=introsa)
- [heveatec](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=heveatec)
- [wri](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=wri)
- [weber](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=weber)
- [jatma](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=jatma)
- [rainforest](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=rainforest)
- [pbnature](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=pbnature)
- [pefc](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=pefc)
- [prasidha](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=prasidha)
- [rtn](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=rtn)
- [sipef](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=sipef)
- [snv](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=snv)
- [zsl](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=zsl)
- [thaieastern](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=thaieastern)
- [michelin](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=michelin)
- [kumho](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=kumho)
- [conserveint](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=conserveint)
- [nexentire](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=nexentire)
- [itochu](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=itochu)
- [bridgestone](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=bridgestone)
- [hcv](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=hcv)
- [wwf](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=wwf)
- [renault](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=renault)
- [fsc](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=fsc)
- [hankook](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=hankook)
- [siph](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=siph)
- [toyota](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=toyota)
- [goodyear](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=goodyear)
- [generalmotors](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=generalmotors)
- [coopertire](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=coopertire)
- [tropicore](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=tropicore)
- [suburban](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=suburban)
- [socfin](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=socfin)
- [nokian](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=nokian)
- [conti](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=conti)
- [bmwgroup](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=bmwgroup)
- [mightyearth](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=mightyearth)
- [yokohama](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=yokohama)
- [halcyon](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=halcyon)
- [srigroup](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=srigroup)
- [fordmotors](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=fordmotors)
- [aidanmock](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=aidanmock)
- [toyotires](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=toyotires)
- [pirelli](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=pirelli)
- [birdlife](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=birdlife)
- [Apollo Tyres](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=apollo-tyres)
- [kirana1](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=kirana1)
- [controlunion](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=controlunion)
- [daimler1](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=daimler1)
- [peter.tan](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=peter-tan)
- [rubberman](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=rubberman)
- [shlim](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/?pg_user_page=shlim)

## Milestones

- [Milestone 2025 July](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2025-july/) - July GPSNR officially launched its four step Assurance System developed through years of collaboration across key NR industry stakeholders. Detailed information on the system can be found here.
- [Milestone 2024 July](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2024-july/) - July Members approved a Shared Investment Framework which includes details on how companies will make annual financial and in-kind contributions to long term capacity building for natural rubber smallholders.
- [Milestone 2024 June](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2024-june/) - June GPSNR members finalised an assurance model that gives them a stage based process to commit to, implement and verify sustainability practices in their operations. You can read more about this here.
- [Milestone 2023 October](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2023-october/) - October In the 2023 General Assembly voted on a timeline to finalise the much awaited GPSNR Assurance Model along with pilot testing.
- [Milestone 2023 July](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2023-july/) - July GPSNR launched its quarterly podcast series 'The Rubber Road', with each episode focussing on a timely issue that the industry is grappling with.
- [Milestone 2023 February](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2023-february/) - February The platform welcomed VF Corporation in its fold as GPSNR's first member outside the automobile industry.
- [Milestone 2023 December](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2023-december/) - December By the end of the year, five capacity building projects in Indonesia, Thailand and Cote d Ivoire coached almost 7500 smallholders on disease fighting, agroforestry and good agricultural practices.
- [Milestone 2022 July](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/july/) - July The GPSNR General Assembly approves the Shared Responsibility framework for the platform. This approach brings the entire industry closer to addressing inequity in a systemic, long-term approach, with well-defined goals and milestones.
- [Milestone 2022 September](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2022-september/) - September The assurance model task force and shared responsibility working group came together in Singapore to further the work of the structure of the GPSNR assurance model and the three pillars of the shared responsibility framework.
- [Milestone 2022 November](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2022-november/) - November GPSNR Platform Director Stefano Savi presented the Shared Responsibility Framework on behalf of the entire industry at COP 27 at the UK Pavilion.
- [Milestone 2022 December](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2022-december/) - December Natural rubber is included in the EU Deforestation regulation, and GPSNR continues to engage with relevant stakeholders within the EU and the industry to support the implementation of the regulation in a way that does not adversely affect smallholders and other downstream actors.
- [Milestone 2019 November](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-november-2/) - November The capacity building working group’s Agroforestry Taskforce finalises GPSNR’s official position on agroforestry as a nature based solution for climate change ahead of COP 26.
- [Milestone 2021 September](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-september/) - September The first set of GPSNR companies aligned their policies with the GPSNR policy framework, exactly one year after the policy framework was voted in by the 2020 General Assembly.
- [Milestone 2021 July - Virtual Workshop](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-july-virtual-workshop/) - July GPSNR hosts our first fully virtual workshop to onboard smallholders from Indonesia. The workshop was a strong success, with 25 smallholders submitting applications to become members of the platform.
- [Milestone 2021 July](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-july/) - July The Capacity Building working group opens up projects for funding from companies in the natural rubber value chain in three countries.
- [Milestone 2021 June](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-june/) - June GPSNR launched the natural rubber industry’s first ever grievance mechanism. The process provides a platform to address complaints against its members. It also creates a space for collaboration, improved relations and amicable and meaningful solutions amongst stakeholders in the natural rubber value chain.
- [Milestone 2021 March/April](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-march-april/) - March/April WG 1 launched a call for a consultant to lead the development of the compliance panel.
- [Milestone 2021 April](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-april/) - April The Strategy and Objectives Working Group finalises the Desired State document which defines the ideal outcomes and conditions that we aim to create in the natural rubber value chain.
- [Milestone 2021 March](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-march/) - March The Policy Toolbox Working Group has selected a combined consultant team of Proforest and Are We There Yet to lead the development of the Implementation Guidance for GPSNR.
- [Milestone 2021 January](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2021-january/) - January A review of Transparency & Traceability Tools and Solutions is published here & a study on Spatial Data & Mapping Tools for Detecting Deforestation and Threats to HCVS Areas in Rubber Production Landscapes is published here. These were commissioned by the T&T working group.
- [Milestone 2020 April](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-april/) - April GPSNR smallholder members increase to 27, with additions from Myanmar.
- [Milestone 2020 October](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-october/) - October The Capacity Building Working Group begins to recruit a Good Agricultural Practices task force that will work to identify and/or refine guiding principles for GAPs appropriate for the sustainable production of natural rubber that cater to both Industrial Plantations and Smallholder Farmers.
- [Milestone 2020 December](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-december/) - December GPSNR ends a rather difficult pandemic driven year with 92 members, including 27 smallholders and a policy framework that members comply with within 6 months of their membership.
- [Milestone 2020 September - General Assembly](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-september-general-assembly/) - September The General Assembly also formally created a ‘smallholder category’ of membership, which gives all smallholders the same rights as other ordinary members, including voting and representation in the Executive Committee. Read More about the 2020 General Assembly here
- [Milestone 2020 September](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-september/) - September GPSNR’s second General Assembly is held virtually after the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, and saw the approval of the members policy framework, which was created in alignment with the 12 principles of sustainable natural rubber.
- [Milestone 2020 June - Baseline Reporting Requirements](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-june-baseline-reporting-requirements/) - June The Baseline Reporting Requirements pilot was conducted, and the results used to guide the development of the reporting requirements which are currently under development.
- [Milestone 2020 June](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-june/) - June The Capacity Building Working Group finalised 4 national capacity building strategies for Côte d’Ivoire, Indonesia, Myanmar and Thailand.
- [Milestone 2020 March](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-march/) - March The Capacity Building working group established several regional sub-Working Groups, each of which will be responsible for developing country-specific capacity building objectives.
- [Milestone 2020 February](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-february/) - February The Strategy and Objectives Working Group finalised the TOR for an Equity Sub Working group to work on developing a shared definition of equity and assessing the current level of equity (or lack thereof) across the natural rubber supply chain, with the help of studies on Living Wage and Living Income, which will then
- [Milestone 2020 January](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2020-january/) - January GPSNR welcomed 22 smallholders as members from Brazil, Ghana, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Côte d’Ivoire.
- [Milestone 2019 Closing Words](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-closing-words/) - December 2019: By the end of 2019, GPSNR has a total of 59 members!
- [Milestone 2019 December](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-december/) - December The first GPSNR smallholder member application is submitted after the finalisation of the smallholder statutes and definitions.
- [Milestone 2019 November](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-november/) - November 2 smallholder workshops in Thailand and Indonesia attended by over 125 participants reaffirm the need for smallholder representation within the platform from the beginning. [Ivory Coast (Ghana) + Vietnam + Brazil]
- [Milestone 2019 October](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-october/) - October The Policy Toolbox working group starts working on the GPSNR Policy Framework with the goal of having all member companies abide by it.
- [Milestone 2019 September](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-september/) - September The recruitment of the Policy Toolbox working group and the Traceability and Transparency Working Group was completed.
- [Milestone 2019 August](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-august/) - August The GPSNR executive committee starts working on an Assurance model for GPSNR’s work.
- [Milestone 2019 July](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-july/) - July The Smallholders Representation Working Group (SWG) was created and assigned to coordinate actions to identify and secure adequate smallholder representation within GPSNR.
- [Milestone 2019 March](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-march/) - March The first GPSNR General Assembly is held, finalising the Code of Conduct and Membership Statutes. Everyone who joined before GA 2019 was then considered a founding member.
- [Milestone 2019 Feb](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2019-feb/) - February The GPSNR model of work was finalised. This included a revolving executive committee voted in every year and working groups that reported progress to the executive committee.
- [Milestone 2018 October - GPSNR is launched](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/milestones/milestone-2018-october-gpsnr-is-launched/) - October GPSNR is launched after many multi stakeholder workshops as an industry wide platform with membership from civil society, tire makers, producers, processors and traders and other end users.

## Donors

- [Sumitomo](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/sumitomo/) - The Sumitomo Rubber Group is honored to take part in GPSNR’s Capacity Building Project, which is designed for and developed together with smallholder farmers. Contributing to this project, which aims to achieve income diversification and disseminate Good Agricultural Practices in Thailand, aligns with the Sumitomo Rubber Group’s Corporate Philosophy Structure―“Our Philosophy”― and “Sustainable Natural Rubber
- [GIZ](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/giz/) - GIZ is proud to be an active supporter of various GPSNR work streams over the last few years. From environmental and social risk studies, to capacity building for smallholders, and more recently on developing GPSNR’s sustainable financial model. Working with GPSNR allows us to contribute towards addressing immediate needs, as well as to build long-term
- [P4F](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/p4f/) - A core part of the Partnerships for Forests (P4F) strategy is to support and strengthen the implementation of corporate supply chain commitments, existing public procurement policies and developing new responsible sourcing guidelines and implementation tools. P4F has supported GPSNR for more than three years, in enhancing their strong focus on smallholder participation in decision-making and
- [Renault](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/renault/) - We are proud to support, alongside Michelin, the GPSNR capacity building work on agroforestry trainings in Thailand to empower over 1000 smallholder farmers. This financial support is simply a reflection of our larger commitment to working with the natural rubber supply chain on environmental sustainability achieved fairly.
- [Bridgestone](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/bridgestone/) - As part of our broader work with GPSNR, our funding for capacity building projects on agroforestry gives us great pride. We are also excited to be at the forefront of identifying a long term funding model via a shared investment framework from the industry, which will help us scale these efforts further.
- [Pirelli](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/pirelli/) - Aside from supporting capacity building work financially, we are proud to give our time to developing capacity building frameworks and designing projects as an important part of the smallholder inclusion and capacity building working groups at GPSNR. We look forward to continued engagement with our industry and other stakeholders.
- [Michelin](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/michelin/) - Michelin is glad to support the GPSNR Agroforestry Project to empower 1,000 smallholders in Thailand to implement rubber agroforestry systems. We believe that inclusive progress that improves smallholder livelihoods is essential for sustainable natural rubber value chains. We are also excited by the potential that agroforestry systems have in enabling climate-smart rubber farming, and hope
- [Goodyear](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/donors/goodyear/) - In addition to being a GPSNR founding member, Goodyear continues to be an active member. Our involvement with the GPSNR capacity-building work — specifically the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in Indonesia — has given us the opportunity to work with smallholders to design and deliver GAP trainings that can be implemented practically and remain useful

## CB Projects

- [Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/rubber-agroforestry-workshop-liberia-2023/)
- [Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/rubber-agroforestry-workshop-cote-d-ivoire-2023/)
- [GAP Coaching: Koltiva](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/th-gap-coaching-koltiva/)
- [GAP Coaching: Koltiva (Phase 3)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/gap-coaching-koltiva-phase-3/)
- [Agroforestry: RAFS](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/agroforestry-rafs/)
- [GAP Coaching: Koltiva (Phase 2)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/gap-coaching-koltiva-phase-2/)
- [Digital Knowledge Sharing Platform (Rubber Wiki)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/digital-knowledge-sharing-platform/)
- [GAP Coaching: Koltiva (Phase 1)](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/gap-coaching-koltiva/)
- [Disease Fighting: SNV-IRRI](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/disease-fighting-snv-irri/)
- [GAP Coaching: SNV-Proforest](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/gap-coaching-snv-proforest/)
- [Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/rubber-agroforestry-workshop-cambodia-2022/)
- [Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2022](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/rubber-agroforestry-workshop-indonesia-2022/)
- [Rubber Agroforestry Workshop 2023](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/rubber-agroforestry-workshop-indonesia-2023/)
- [HCSA-HCVN Field Trials](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/hcsa-hcvn-field-trials/)
- [Smallholders Policy-Equivalent](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cb-projects/smallholders-policy-equivalent/)

## cwp_form_fields

- [CB Projects](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/cwp_form_fields/cb-projects/) - Here are the custom fields added to capacity building projects.

## Custom Layouts

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## Tags

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## Countries

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- [Cambodia](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/countries/cambodia/)
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- [Global](https://sustainablenaturalrubber.org/countries/global-2/)

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