STAR certification tool and sustainability reports
STAR (Sustainability Tool for Assessment and Reporting) is an innovative online tool that accompanies companies on their path to greater sustainability. Developed as a comprehensive solution, STAR supports the introduction of sustainability management in accordance with ISO 14001:2015, the systematic recording and assessment of sustainability performance and professional reporting.
With STAR, companies can not only measure their progress in areas such as environmental protection, working environment and ethics, but also make targeted improvements. The tool provides the basis for CSE (Certified Sustainable Economics) certification and enables companies to effectively communicate and manage their sustainability efforts.
Collecting, measuring, evaluating and reporting on sustainability
A sustainability report prepared with the STAR takes the following areas into account:
Your report is exported as a Word document for further customization. A graphical representation of your services is shown as a star. Colored points mean that your company is already active in this area. As soon as all areas of the star are filled in, you can register your company for CSE certification.
What STAR does
The “STAR” tool (Sustainability Tool for Assessment and Reporting) is a comprehensive online tool for companies that offers various functions in the area of sustainability and environmental management.
These include
Sustainability management:
- Helps with the introduction of a sustainability and environmental management system in accordance with ISO 14001:2015
- Provides templates and forms for an ISO 14001:2015-compliant management system
Data collection and evaluation:
- Enables the recording and evaluation of sustainability performance in various areas such as business model, quality management, environmental protection, supplier relations, working environment, market & ethics and finance & property
Reporting:
- Supports the preparation of sustainability reports
- Exports reports as a Word document for individual further processing
- Provides graphical representations of performance in the form of a star
Controlling:
- Provides instruments for sustainability controlling
- Provides display options as tables and graphics for data collection and controlling
Certification preparation:
- Serves as preparation for the CSE certification (Certified Sustainable Economics)
- Saves relevant data for the certification process
Evaluation and improvement:
- Depending on the package selected, the tool offers evaluations and potential reports by GfaW
- Gives recommendations for improvement for successful CSE certification
In this video you can see how the CSE-STAR can be used
CSE STAR – Offer packages
Discover with STAR how you can anchor sustainability in your company and make it measurable – for sustainable and responsible corporate management.
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Basis
Use of the CSE-STAR software for 1 year
The STAR Report Basic offers companies the perfect introduction to structured sustainability management. With the one-year use of the CSE-STAR software, you receive all the tools you need to record, evaluate and report on your sustainability performance. A personal introduction will help you to get the most out of the system.
This cost-effective option enables you to set up an ISO 14001:2015-compliant management system and document your progress in various sustainability areas. Integrated controlling tools allow you to keep track of your development at all times.
The STAR Report Basic is your guide to sustainable corporate management.
It supports you in systematically recording your sustainability activities and prepares you for possible CSE certification at a later date. Intuitive reporting allows you to clearly present and communicate your successes.
STAR Report Standard
- Use of the CSE-STAR software for 1 year with GfaW evaluation report
- EUR 3,400 for companies with fewer employees
- 4,400 € for companies with more than 20 employees
Benefit from the advantages of the STAR Report Standard. The standard version of the STAR report takes your sustainability management to the next level. With extended functions and a valuable evaluation report by GfaW, you gain deeper insights into your sustainability performance. The comprehensive templates and forms make it much easier to implement an ISO 14001:2015-compliant system.
This version not only offers you advanced controlling tools, but also a detailed evaluation of your sustainability activities. With personalized suggestions for improvement, you can optimize and further develop your sustainability strategy in a targeted manner.
The one-year use of the CSE-STAR software, combined with a professional evaluation report, provides you with the tools to analyze your sustainability performance and communicate it effectively. Ideal for companies that want to intensify their sustainability efforts.
STAR Premium for CSE certification
- Preparation for CSE certification
- Use of the CSE-STAR software ongoing
Audited STAR report in preparation for CSE certification with GfaW evaluation report and CSE label use
Maximize your sustainability potential with the STAR Report Premium. The STAR Report Premium is the pinnacle of sustainability management. This comprehensive solution not only gives you ongoing access to the CSE-STAR software, but also full support on the path to CSE certification. Benefit from detailed recommendations for improvement and the opportunity to use the prestigious CSE label.
The STAR Report Premium is therefore your key to a holistic and certified sustainability strategy! Enjoy the benefits of ongoing software use, an audited STAR report and valuable training on label marketing. Position yourself as a pioneer in sustainability and use the power of the CSE label for your company’s success.
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STAR Report Basis
- Guidance on the introduction of sustainability management in accordance with ISO 14001:2015
- Contents of the report: business model, QM system, environmental protection, supplier relationships, working environment, market & ethics, finance & property
- Controlling tools
- Basics for a sustainability report for further individual design
- Personal introduction/questions by GfaW for optimal use of the tool, approx. 1 hour
- Storage of data for possible CSE certification
- Presentation options as tables incl. graphics
STAR Report Standard
- Guidance on the introduction of sustainability management in accordance with ISO 14001:2015
- Contents of the report: Business model, QM system, environmental protection, supplier relationships, working environment, market & ethics, finance & ownership
- Controlling instruments
- Basics for a sustainability report for further individual design
- Personal introduction/questions by GfaW on how to use the tool optimally, approx. 1 hour
- Storage of data for possible CSE certification
- Presentation options as tables incl. graphics for data collection and controlling
- All templates and forms for an ISO14001:2015-compliant management system
- Evaluation of your check with potential report by GfaW
STAR Premium for CSE
- Guidance on the introduction of sustainability management in accordance with ISO 14001:2015
- Contents of the report: Business model, QM system, environmental protection, supplier relationships, working environment, market & ethics, finance & ownership
- Controlling instruments
- Basics for a sustainability report for further individual design
- Personal introduction/questions by GfaW on how to use the tool optimally, approx. 1 hour
- Storage of data for possible CSE certification
- Presentation options as tables incl. graphics for data collection and controlling
- All templates and forms for an ISO14001:2015-compliant management system
- Evaluation of your check with recommendations for improvement for successful CSE certification by the GfaW
- Automatic transmission and storage of data to the certification body for an efficient certification process
- CSE certification: certification by an external certification body. (Costs of external audits are calculated by the certification body. The costs correspond to ISO 9001 certification.)
- Label use
(After certification) - Training for marketing the CSE label
All prices are exclusive of VAT.
Tutorials on the use of STAR
On the following page we show you the first steps in STAR in our video tutorials.
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