What Signatory Status Means
Signatory status is a clear signal that an organisation communicates about sustainability in an honest, responsible and transparent way. It shows that its claims have been reviewed, supported with evidence and aligned with recognised standards of good practice.
Rather than being a marketing label, signatory status represents a genuine commitment to integrity in all sustainability communication.
- A Commitment to High Standards
Signatory status means an organisation has chosen to follow four standards:
- Transparency: being open about progress, challenges and evidence.
- Accountability: taking responsibility for the claims it makes.
- Fairness: presenting information in a balanced and accurate way.
- Honesty: avoiding exaggeration or misleading language.
These standards guide how the organisation communicates and how it evaluates the sustainability messages it shares.
- What It Means for Audiences
Signatory status offers reassurance to anyone reading or using an organisation’s sustainability information.
Customers
They receive clearer, more reliable information to inform their choices.
Investors
They see stronger governance and reduced risk.
Employees
They can trust that the organisation’s public statements match its values.
Partners and Suppliers
They know the organisation takes responsible communication seriously.
Civil Society and NGOs
They see a commitment to openness and credible communication.
- A Visible Mark of Integrity
Signatories receive a numbered logo that represents their commitment. It is not a promotional badge, but a sign of responsible practice and a willingness to communicate honestly.
Signatory status helps people understand what an organisation is genuinely doing and supports a clearer, more trustworthy landscape for sustainability communication.