Our global standards are used to identify, capture and share data on vast swathes of products. This provide us with the capacity to help businesses understand, monitor and share invaluable insights on their supply chains.
Product identification is essential for measuring and communicating transparency, traceability and sustainability credentials.
By ensuring GS1 standards are incorporated in a product’s entire lifecycle, brands will be able to make data-driven decisions on sustainability, improve consumer trust, enhance the sustainability of their operations, reduce the risk of non-compliance, greenwashing and more.
Benefits of using GS1 standards in sustainability
Product identification
GS1 standards create more efficient information flows with greater transparency through the value chain.
Digitisation
Enable the digital sharing of interoperable data. Having full control over delivery and distribution saves time and reduces costs.
Comply with legislation
GS1 standards help businesses meet challenging regulatory and industry demands, providing increased security and trust, regardless of where you sit in the supply chain.
Green initiatives
GS1 standards underpin the circular economy, supporting key sustainability programmes and helping our members meet evolving regulations.

Digital Product Passports
GS1 standards are crucial to Digital Product Passports (DPP), ensuring consistent product identification, data exchange and compliance, enabling a transparent circular economy. This will empower our members to create and manage DPPs, boosting consumer trust and facilitating product lifecycle management.

Deposit Return Schemes
GS1 standards are already used in Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) across the world and we're actively supporting the development of a data model which supports product attribution in the context of EPR. This will help our members comply with upcoming packaging regulations and streamline their operations.
GS1 standards powering sustainability
GS1 standards are key to building a sustainable future. Discover how they empower informed choices and drive positive change across global supply chains.
Resource library
Stay informed and prepared by exploring our latest resources on DPP.

EU FAQ on DPP
Navigate the nuances of the DPP with the EU's comprehensive frequently answered questions.

GS1 whitepaper on DPP
Learn more about the critical role it plays in the future of product information and compliance.

New EU legislation (ESPR)
Dive into the EU's new rules for sustainable products and understand how they'll impact your business.
Let's build a sustainable future together
Get in touch to explore how GS1 UK can support your sustainability journey.