Policies & Reports

SkootEco recognises the profound responsibility we bear towards our clients, partners, employees, and the global communities we serve. As a certified B Corp, we are committed to driving positive environmental and social change through every aspect of our business, including our supply chain.

This Supplier Code of Conduct establishes the fundamental ethical standards that all suppliers must meet when doing business with SkootEco. We expect our suppliers to not only comply with legal requirements but to actively embrace principles of social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and ethical business practices.

Foundational Principles

Our supplier relationships are built on a comprehensive commitment to:

Upholding human rights
Protecting the environment
Maintaining the highest standards of business ethics
Promoting social and economic equity

Legal and Ethical Standards

Suppliers must comply with all applicable national and international laws and regulations. We expect alignment with key international standards, including:

United Nations Global Compact
UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights
International Labour Organisation Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work

Specific Ethical Requirements

Child Labour and Human Rights

We have zero tolerance for child labour. Suppliers must:

Employ no children under the minimum legal working age
Ensure that any youth employment fully complies with local laws
Protect young workers from any form of exploitation or hazardous work

Labour Practices

Suppliers must guarantee:

Prohibition of forced or compulsory labour
Fair compensation meeting or exceeding legal minimum standards
Reasonable working hours
Freedom from discrimination based on race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender

Health and Safety

We demand a proactive approach to workplace safety:

Compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
Maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment
Continuous improvement of safety standards
Implementation of robust accident prevention measures

Business Continuity and Resilience

Suppliers must demonstrate preparedness for potential disruptions:

Comprehensive business continuity planning
Robust disaster response mechanisms
Protection of employees and the environment during potential crises

Anti-Corruption and Ethical Business Practices

Strict standards apply to business conduct:

Full compliance with anti-bribery laws, including the UK Bribery Act 2010
Prohibition of improper payments or gifts intended to influence business decisions
Transparent and honest business practices

Environmental Responsibility

Beyond mere compliance, we expect environmental leadership:

Adherence to all environmental laws and regulations
Active management of environmental impacts
Setting and achieving meaningful climate protection goals
Transparency in environmental reporting
Innovative approaches to reducing carbon footprint

Supply Chain Transparency

Suppliers are required to:

Communicate these ethical standards to their own subcontractors and partners
Ensure cascading of ethical practices throughout their supply chain
Provide full transparency about their operations and practices

Verification and Accountability

SkootEco reserves the right to:

Conduct periodic audits and assessments of supplier practices
Request detailed documentation of compliance
Terminate relationships for significant ethical breaches

Continuous Improvement

We view this code as a dynamic commitment. Suppliers are encouraged to:

Develop their own robust ethical guidelines
Continuously improve their social and environmental performance
Engage in open dialogue about challenges and opportunities

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Any material breach of this Supplier Code of Conduct may result in:

Immediate review of the business relationship
Potential suspension or termination of contracts
Referral to appropriate legal or regulatory bodies

Our Shared Vision

By partnering with SkootEco, suppliers become integral to our mission of creating positive global impact. We believe that through collaborative, principled action, we can drive meaningful change towards a more sustainable, equitable, and regenerative economic model.

This code represents our commitment to responsible business – a living document that will evolve as we continue to learn, grow, and challenge ourselves to do better.

Contact Details

If at any time you would like to contact us with your views about our privacy practices, or with any enquiry relating to your Personal Data, please use one of the following means:

By email:

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