Certification Criteria
Ethical Jewellery Standards
At CRED we are proud to offer jewellery that is certified as socially and environmentally responsible. We travel the world seeking to find precious metals and stones that meet our exacting ethical standards. We will only put our name to products that deliver real economic justice to as many people as possible involved in their production; production that minimises damage to the environment.
When we say a product is certified by us, this is what we mean:
- Employment is freely chosen
- Working conditions are safe and hygienic
- Child labour is not used
- Living wages are paid
- Working hours are not excessive
- No discrimination is practised
- Regular employment is provided
- No harsh or inhumane treatment is allowed
CRED also adheres to Oro Verde™’s criteria:
- There should be no massive ecological destruction. This state being defined by changes to an ecosystem that places it beyond a possibility of recovery.
- There should be no toxic chemicals used in the extraction process.
- The mined areas should gain ecological stability within three years.
- Top soil removed from the site should be replaced during the exploitation process.
- Tailings and poolings must not exceed the local ecosystem capacity for rehabilitation.
- The silt load into stream river or lake system will be controlled in quantity and frequency so that the native aquatic ecosystem is not disrupted.
- The mining operations must be conducted with the agreement of the local community council.
- The origin of gold and platinum (for royalty purposes) must be declared in favour of the respective municipality.
- In forested areas mining activities must not exceed 10% of a hectare during rational periods of two years.
- Local, regional and national regulations must be followed.
If you have questions about our ethical policies and certification, please feel free to contact us.