Centre for Responsible Business

Centre for Responsible Business (CRB) is a centre of excellence, promoting responsible business strategies, policies and practices for a sustainable future. It aims to foster understanding among stakeholders on social, environmental, and economic sustainability issues. CRB collaborates with various actors and stakeholders across the value chain, including national and transnational brands, local manufacturers and suppliers, international organizations, civil society organizations, and governments to drive responsible and sustainable practices. CRB's focus is on capacity building for the implementation of self-regulatory social and environmental standards. It emphasizes the impact of interventions on workers, working conditions, and the environment. The organization's initiatives concentrate on promoting harmonious relationships in the workplace, enhancing organizational productivity, and contributing to overall growth. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in India, CRB was incubated through a partnership project involving Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Social Accountability International (SAI), and Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) from 2010-2013. It was registered as a not-for-profit entity to drive development and implementation of capacity-building initiatives related to business responsibility and voluntary standards. While specific information on recent investments is unavailable, CRB's partnerships and focus on sustainable business practices position it as a significant player in the responsible business landscape.