Policies & IssuesApr 04, 2022
SCS Sustainable Standard Expands to Include Artisanal Gold MinesThe firm has partnered with the Alliance for Responsible Mining to bring “Certified Sustainability Rated Gold” to the market.
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111 results for “Ethical Sourcing”
SurveysMar 31, 2022
4 Findings from PGI’s Consumer Survey About Sustainability and JewelryHere’s which factors influence—and which don’t—their purchasing decisions.
MajorsMar 30, 2022
RJC Executive Director Resigns, Major Companies Exit Over Russia InactionIris Van der Veken has quit while Pandora and Richemont are leaving RJC, citing the council’s soft stance on Russian companies.
Policies & IssuesMar 28, 2022
Tiffany Suspends Use of Russian DiamondsThe retailer joins Signet Jewelers and Brilliant Earth in refusing to purchase Russian diamonds.
SourcingMar 16, 2022
Diamond Manufacturing: The Long-Term India Story Remains IntactInvestment in infrastructure, technology and talent help India consolidate its leadership in the global diamond industry.
Policies & IssuesMar 07, 2022
Alrosa Steps Down from Responsible Jewellery Council Board The company is also suspending its membership and halting financial support of the Natural Diamond Council.
Events & AwardsFeb 28, 2022
Jewelry Designer Christina Malle Honored with Eco-Friendly AwardNonprofit Pure Earth is awarding Malle for her commitment to environmental protection via responsibly sourced materials.
SourcingFeb 17, 2022
Scientists Develop Genetic Testing Method for Coral IdentificationResearchers from SSEF and the University of Zurich wanted to be able to separate the species protected by CITES from those that aren’t.
GradingJan 27, 2022
Boucheron Taps Sarine for Diamond ReportsThe jeweler’s new traceability focused bridal line will come with digital certificates from Sarine Technologies.
SourcingDec 08, 2021
De Beers Wants to Look for Diamonds in Angola The company said it has applied to conduct diamond exploration activities in the northeastern section of the country.
Policies & IssuesDec 03, 2021
Alliance for Responsible Mining Names New Executive DirectorGina D’Amato joins with more than 15 years of experience in sustainable development.
Events & AwardsDec 02, 2021
IGI Names Yates & Co. As Its ‘Jeweler On A Mission’ Grant WinnerThe Modesto, California retailer will receive $5,000 in credits to work toward carbon neutrality.
GradingNov 30, 2021
GSI Has Received an Accreditation from SCS The grading lab is accredited as an SCS Global Gem Identification Verification Provider.
Policies & IssuesNov 18, 2021
KP Plenary Again Ends With No Movement on ‘Conflict’ DefinitionBotswana will take over as chair of the Kimberley Process in 2022, with Zimbabwe serving as vice chair.
SourcingNov 17, 2021
Moyo Gems Is Expanding Into KenyaThe mine-to-market program will also add a new mining area in Tanzania.
Policies & IssuesNov 09, 2021
Marange Diamond Protests: What the Industry Should KnowA company called Anjin is mining in Zimbabwe again, stirring up protests among area residents that resulted in 29 arrests.
Events & AwardsNov 03, 2021
Virtual Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference to Be Held Next WeekIt features 14 sessions over two days, preceded by a Responsible Gem Fair buying event.
Policies & IssuesOct 27, 2021
ARM Challenges Jewelry Designers to Launch Fairmined Gold CollectionsThe organization’s goal is to reach 100 Fairmined collections of gold products by Aug. 31, 2022.
SourcingOct 25, 2021
The Big PictureToday, large companies mine some of the most popular colored gemstones, making it vital to examine their impact on local communities.
Events & AwardsOct 12, 2021
WJA Now Accepting Grant ApplicationsThis includes a new Responsible Business Education Grant.
SourcingOct 07, 2021
De Beers Sells First Rough From Artisanal Mining ProgramGemFair’s goal is to provide artisanal and small-scale miners with a viable, traceable path from mine to market for their diamonds.
Policies & IssuesSep 30, 2021
Brad Brooks-Rubin Joins RJC as North American LeadHe was the former special advisor for conflict diamonds at the U.S. State Department.
Lab-GrownSep 27, 2021
RJC Is Developing a Standard for Lab-Grown Diamonds, GemsIt will be for all companies that deal in lab-grown materials.
Events & AwardsSep 08, 2021
The ‘Ethical Gem Fair’ Is Heading to Denver Next WeekLocal gallery Balefire Goods will host it from Sept. 15-16 amid other industry sourcing events in the city.
SourcingJul 22, 2021
Provenance Proof Blockchain Hits 500K Tracked Colored GemstonesThe platform, developed by Gübelin and Everledger, has also undergone a redesign.
