Making merchandise more sustainable

Identity Merchandise Ltd are one of the first promotional merchandise suppliers to take
the Step Forward Pledge to make merchandise more sustainable

“Our industry is embracing sustainability,
changing the way we work and the work we
make.”

To represent the steps our members are taking on their sustainable journey, we launched the StepForward Pledge in 2023. Whether you are just starting your journey, or you have been working on your sustainability for a while, members can register their interest in the StepForward Pledge today. Be one of the first to step forward and support the Pledge.

Why does the industry need a Pledge?
As the global fight against climate change intensifies, businesses and consumers are paying greater attention to their environmental impact.

According to a 2022 Global Sustainability Survey*, 56% of UK consumers rank sustainability as a top five value driver which means customers will too. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) targets are crucial in delivering long-term benefits and business growth. To support members in managing the risks and opportunities of ESG, embedding sustainability within their products, operations and in the communities in which they serve, we are launching the BPMA StepForward Pledge.

The StepForward Pledge is a BPMA-led initiative helping members take proactive steps to improve their sustainability performance, accelerating the pace of change towards a more sustainable future for our industry.