MAP launches Environmental & Social Value Certification

MAP has launched the Environmental & Social Value (ESV) Certification in collaboration with Made in Britain, a trade association with a growing membership now of 2,200 UK manufacturing companies.

The demand for Social Value is increasing, amongst buyers, investors and stakeholders.  In the UK arguably now at the fastest rate since the Social Value Act came into force in January 2013. 

The ESV Certification helps businesses, particularly SMEs, to respond to demand by better demonstrating their contributions and commitment to the environment, economy and society.

Via data, engagement and regulatory alignment, the Certification also contributes to supply chain resilience and transparency, as well as long-term, sustainable economic and commercial growth.

Alignment focuses specifically on the UK Government’s latest Social Value Model (2025) and the Procurement Act 2023.  ESV Certification therefore also serves as a practical tool for buying authorities and businesses seeking UK suppliers committed to:

• Jobs and skills

• Community engagement

• Environmental sustainability

• Ethical and local supply chains

MAP UK & International, Director, George Middleton, says: “Through our UK supply chain work with SMEs, multinationals, not-for-profits and government, we see the gaps there often are between buyers and sellers. For example, read the CEO annual statement of almost any UK publicly listed company and you’ll see reference to Social Value, yet ask an SME and the majority haven’t heard of it. The ESV Certification is designed to help bring UK buyers and sellers closer together, through better recognising and connecting the mutual interest in supporting jobs, skills, communities, environmental sustainability and supply chains.”

Made in Britain, CEO, John Pearce, says: “Environmental and Social Value is increasingly central to how the UK buys, builds, and grows — and Made in Britain companies are showing exactly the kind of positive impact that buyers, stakeholders, and communities want to see. ESV Certification highlights the leadership of Made in Britain companies in doing better business for people, planet, and place. It comes as part of Made in Britain strengthening its offer to its membership, in terms of buyer engagement and supply opportunities.”

Small Business Crown Representative Shirley Cooper OBE adds: “UK SMEs are the backbone of our economy — driving sustainable growth, creating jobs, and strengthening communities across the country. I am pleased to support accessible and credible initiatives that help SMEs stand out, win new orders, and get more recognition for their commitment and contribution to the environment and society.” 

MAP strengthens the resilience, sustainability and growth of the entities it works for.  MAP does this through International Trade and Supply Chain solutions that advise, inform and connect: buyers, suppliers, investors and stakeholders.  MAP is increasingly focused on, and aligned with, the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. 

For more information on Social Value and the ESV Certification, please contact MAP via: info@mapukinternational.com.