The SSI Orbit Podcast – Self-Sovereign Identity, Decentralization and Digital Trust

#78 - The United Nations Transparency Protocol (UNTP) (with Steve Capell)

Dec 6, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Steve Capell, Vice Chair of UN/CEFACT and Project Lead of the UN Transparency Protocol, dives into the pressing need for transparency in global value chains. He highlights the alarming prevalence of greenwashing, where over 50% of product claims are misleading. The conversation explores the transformative power of the UNTP, regulations like carbon border adjustments, and digital product passports. Capell also emphasizes the role of decentralized identifiers and verifiable credentials in fostering trust and ensuring integrity in sustainability claims.
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INSIGHT

Shift to Compliance

  • The UNTP aims to shift sustainability disclosures from marketing to compliance.
  • This is driven by rising greenwashing and new regulations with significant penalties.
ANECDOTE

Recycled Packaging

  • Steve Capell bought clothes advertised as "100% recycled."
  • The fine print revealed only the packaging, not the clothes, was recycled.
INSIGHT

Interoperability over Platform

  • UNTP prioritizes interoperability between systems, not a single platform.
  • This allows actors to choose their solutions while still enabling traceability.
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