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ZSL SPOTT

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ZSL's SPOTT assesses corporate disclosure of environmental, social and governance (ESG) best practice in the palm oil, timber and pulp, and natural rubber industries

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Mar 26

New SPOTT assessment out now 🌳

From food lorries to ambulances, tyres move the world — but is their production costing us our forests?

Only 1 of 12 major tyre companies reports any verified deforestation-free rubber. The rest? Still off-track.

Read the full story: www.spott.org/news/tyre-co...

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our first podcast episode is now live on the ZSL Wild Science podcast!

We tell natural rubber stories from Thai farms to global finance, featuring a Thai rubber farmer, tyre maker Michelin, and global asset manager Columbia Threadneedle.

Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/7Mmh...

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 21

These samples will be used in lab testing and spatial modelling to trace timber back to its origin – down to a subnational level.

This helps companies and regulators meet due diligence requirements under #EUDR and other laws.

www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 21

We’re supporting timber traceability through science.

In Cameroon, ZSL is collecting wood samples from forests and concessions to help verify where timber was harvested – with World Forest ID, supported by Fondation Lombard Odier and the ECO-SOLVE project.

Read more: www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

Responsible Sourcing in Africa | The Zoological Society of London

Using science to trace timber back to forests in Cameroon, strengthening due diligence and protecting threatened rainforests.

www.zsl.org

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 19

Lots of palm oil, forestry and rubber companies operate in orangutan habitat.

But results show weak corporate transparency on forest protection and biodiversity.

Donate today to help us keep them accountable: donate.zsl.org/spott/ #WorldOrangutanDay

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 19

Borneo & Sumatra’s rainforests are the last strongholds for wild orangutans.

Unsustainable agriculture and logging replace fruit-rich forests with monocultures where orangutans can’t survive.

Help us hold companies accountable: donate.zsl.org/spott/

#WorldOrangutanDay

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 13

Last year’s SPOTT Timber & Pulp Assessment found persistent transparency gaps, with companies scoring just 24% on average.

With growing pressure from buyers, investors and regulations, will the sector improve?

The 2025 update lands in September.

The 2024 results: www.spott.org/timber-pulp/

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 5

More traceable, EUDR-ready paper supply chains 🌳

@zslofficial.bsky.social is working with the Book Chain Project, a collaborative project run by SLR Consulting, to support the publishing sector in preparing for #EUDR compliance.

How? Find out more 👇 www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

Delivering EUDR-ready guidance for deforestation-free paper sourcing | The Zoological Society of London

Guiding publishers to trace the origin of paper, protect forests, and comply with the EU’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

www.zsl.org

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Aug 1

Companies are under pressure to prove, not just promise, sustainability progress.

In a joint blog with Earthtrust, we highlight why verified, evidence-based reporting is key to building trust.

Read the blog: www.spott.org/news/the-imp...

The Importance of Transparency in Sustainability: A Shared Commitment by Earthtrust and SPOTT - SPOTT.org

SPOTT and Earthtrust share a vision: transparency backed by evidence drives trust and accountability In an era of growing consumer awareness and demand for sustainability, transparency has become th...

www.spott.org

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 28

This activity is funded by the UK Government through the Darwin Initiative ✨

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 28

Once finalised, these tools will help tackle deforestation, protect biodiversity, strengthen legal compliance, and support communities and climate goals.

Operators and local communities are helping shape the tools to ensure they’re practical, fair and effective!

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 28

The tools being tested include a new Operational Guide and a Monitoring and Evaluation grid, both designed to strengthen the way forestry activities are assessed, implemented and audited.

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 28

Supporting better forest management and a more sustainable timber sector in Cameroon.

With the Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife (MINFOF),
@zslofficial.bsky.social is testing the Standards for Intervention in the Forest Environment (SIFE) under revision at Pallisco's forest concessions.

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 25

This SPOTT map shades countries based on the average transparency scores of timber and pulp companies operating there. Darker = stronger disclosure.

Some regions lead. Others lag - even in high-risk areas.

Why do you think that is?

Explore: www.spott.org/data-visuali...

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 9

To stay credible, the taxonomy must be science-based and inclusive. We call for:

✔ Stronger DNSH/MSS criteria
✔ Independent evaluators
✔ Regular public reviews
✔ Clear mitigation disclosures

It must guide a real transition - not legitimise #greenwashing.

www.facebook.com/watch/?v=122...

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 9

At a public seminar, @zslofficial.bsky.social and partners flagged risks:

🔴 Weak Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) & Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS)

🔴 Activities qualifying as ‘green’ despite environmental harm

🔴 Missing links to #biodiversity, supply chains & #climate adaptation

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 9

Thailand Taxonomy 2.0 is a critical step in aligning national economic activities with #sustainability goals.

It now also covers agriculture, construction, manufacturing & waste. What do CSOs have to say about this?

Watch the full conversation: www.facebook.com/watch/?v=122...

ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Jul 3

Seagrass in India’s Palk Bay supports dugongs, sea turtles & coastal communities – but it’s under threat.

With support from Standard Chartered, @zslofficial.bsky.social leads a study to explore if #BlueCarbon credits could fund its protection & support local livelihoods: www.sc.com/en/news/sust...

Unlocking the value of nature in Palk Bay | Standard Chartered

Learn how carbon and biodiversity credits can create new revenue streams for conservation in Standard Chartered's new sustainability study

www.sc.com

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · May 28

This May half term, @londonzoo.bsky.social is sharing the #SustainablePalmOil message with visitors 🌴

A simple way to spark curiosity and connect everyday choices to rainforest protection. Only this week!

Explore 10 years of palm oil data: www.spott.org/news/palm-oi...

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · May 2

In soft commodity supply chains, boardroom decisions impact communities on the ground.

#FPIC isn’t just a policy - it ensures #IndigenousPeoples and local communities have a voice in what affects their land and livelihoods.

Learn more here: www.spott.org/esg-training...

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Apr 28

We’re piloting new #AI tools with the Mike Hudson Foundation to explore how technology can improve access to #ESG information.

Grateful for their support as we take a thoughtful, learning-led path - always guided by scientific data and human judgement.

Learn more: www.spott.org/news/spott-a...

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Apr 28

Provide feedback on the SPOTT #PalmOil Indicator Framework ahead of the 2025 assessments. Key updates include #ZeroDeforestation and #GHGEmissions reporting.

Submit your feedback by 19 May ⏳

Learn more: www.spott.org/news/spott-2...

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Apr 11

To stay viable and climate-resilient, rubber companies must reduce emissions, protect forests and increase transparency.

Explore the data summary here: www.spott.org/natural-rubb...

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Apr 11

In 2024, extreme heat and floods hit key producers like Thailand & China — reducing rubber yields and driving prices to a 13-year high.

The #ClimateCrisis isn’t coming — it’s already disrupting supply chains.

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Apr 11

This slow progress is deeply concerning as @ipcc.bsky.social urges action to limit global temperature rise to 1.5–2°C 🌡️

The window to align with climate goals is closing fast.

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ZSL SPOTT @zslspott.bsky.social · Apr 11

Targets to cut #GHG emissions must be publicly disclosed and:

✅ Cover all natural rubber operations
✅ Include at least Scope 1 & 2 emissions
✅ Specify a baseline, reduction % & timeline

Without these, it's hard to measure progress or hold companies accountable.

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