2010 Review of Biodiversity
Recommendation 8 of 8

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Recommendation

That LOCOG demonstrate how they will ensure that the flowers and medals can be used as symbols of sustainability at Games-time.

History

Status at 31 Mar 2013

Complete

Status at 01 Oct 2012

Complete

Status at 31 Mar 2012

Complete

Following discussion with LOCOG we expect LOCOG to be able to demonstrate that the flowers will be symbols of sustainability at Games-time but cannot comment further for reasons of confidentiality. The metals for the medals will all have a full chain of custody, including ISO 14001 certification for mines and use of the Responsible Jewellery Council standards. The Commission understands that this is a first for the Games. Management of complaints in the supply chain are currently being assured by the Commission. Complete

Status at 31 Dec 2011

Complete

Status at 30 Sep 2011

Progress Made

Status at 30 Jun 2011

Progress Made

Status at 31 Dec 2010

Progress Made

LOCOG have advertised the flowers opportunity on CompeteFor. This included a requirement to 'provide a sustainable solution in line with the LOCOG Sustainable Sourcing Code that tells a story from both an environmental and social perspective'. The sourcing of metals for the medals is also being carried out with the intent to support the sustainability of the Games. Progress Made