In November 2024, the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) approved the Code of Practices 2024 (COP 24)—the most comprehensive update since COP 19 in 2019. This refresh reflects stakeholder feedback, emerging risks, and global sustainability shifts.
COP 24 now includes 45 provisions, structured to cover six core objectives: legal compliance; health & safety; human rights & supply chain diligence; product integrity; labour & working conditions; and responsible mining & environment.
COP 24 now includes 45 provisions, structured to cover six core objectives: legal compliance; health & safety; human rights & supply chain diligence; product integrity; labour & working conditions; and responsible mining & environment.
COP 19 vs COP 24: What’s New?
These enhancements mean COP 24 isn’t just a policy update—it’s a strategic framework that
mandates evidence-based implementation and transparency.
Why COP 24 Unlocks Value for Jewellery Businesses
- Reduces business, reputational & regulatory risks
- Builds consumer trust—modern buyers insist on ethical, traceable sourcing
- Aligns with investor expectations—ESG scoring, SDG-linked standards
- Prepares you for future regulation (e.g., EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence)
- Validates leadership in ESG and innovation—especially with lab-grown and recycled materials
How Growlity Inc. Can Propel Your COP 24 Journey
At Growlity Inc., we translate COP 24’s elevated standards into practical, market-ready action:
- Baseline Gap Analysis – Deep-dive diagnostic of your current systems vs COP 24 requirements
- Policy Creation & Process Design – Develop SOPs for climate action, DEI, supply chain diligence, anti-bribery, grievance handling
- Implementation Support – Hardwire procedures across operations and suppliers; train your teams
- Audit Readiness & RJC Liaison – Pre-audit checks, documentation packs, and coordination with RJC-approved auditors
- Certification & Beyond – Maintain systems; integrate ESG reporting; drive continual improvement aligned with SDG goals
We’ve partnered with leading gemstone miners, jewellery manufacturers, lab-grown diamond brands, and major retailers—delivering 100% certification success and leadership positioning.
Ready to Lead with Integrity and Innovation?
Let Growlity Inc. prepare your organization for RJC COP 24 certification—and help you embed sustainable values across your value chain.
Reach out today for a complimentary readiness assessment.
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