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20 Nov 2024
New guide to support companies in setting SBTi FLAG no-deforestation commitments
The AFi answers frequently asked questions about a key feature of land sector climate targets in this new explainer on SBTi FLAG.
11 Sep 2023
Protecting Women's Rights in Southeast Asian Commodity Supply Chains
Companies and other supply chain actors in Southeast Asia can use the consensus-based Accountability Framework to protect the rights of women workers.
27 Jul 2023
Updated guidance from the AFi fosters continued consensus and alignment about definitions
Updates to the Accountability Framework further clarify how to apply definitions of deforestation and conversion across different contexts.
19 Jul 2023
As deadline approaches, AFi Coalition urges companies to disclose deforestation- and conversion-free commodity volumes
Companies have until 26 July to disclose through the CDP forests questionnaire. Credible disclosure is essential to understand company progress towards ethical supply chains.
13 Jul 2023
How financial institutions can manage deforestation risks in Southeast Asia
As deforestation trends shift in Southeast Asia, financial institutions can use the Accountability Framework to guide engagement with companies in the region.
5 Jul 2023
New AFi resource on establishing company management systems
The AFi has released a Topic Summary on Company Management Systems based on Core Principle 4 of the Accountability Framework.
6 Jun 2023
New Framework-aligned guidance for financial institutions supports due diligence on deforestation, conversion, and human rights
New due diligence guidance for financial institutions from Global Canopy, Neural Alpha, and the Stockholm Environmental Institute.
23 May 2023
Updates to the Accountability Framework Core Principles bring clarity and specificity for companies
The Accountability Framework initiative is pleased to announce updates to the Framework's 12 Core Principles.
4 May 2023
Explore more on the new AFi website
Along with an updated look and feel, the new website makes it easier for users to learn more about the Accountability Framework and apply it in their work.
19 Apr 2023
The AFi Coalition calls on companies to disclose progress towards deforestation-and conversion-free supply chains
Transparency is key for ending deforestation and conversion in commodity supply chains