IDH, or the Sustainable Trade Initiative, is a foundation headquartered in Utrecht, The Netherlands. It was established by the Dutch government in 2009 to improve the sustainability of international supply chains. IDH works by convening coalitions of companies, civil society organizations, governments, and other stakeholders to drive systemic market transformation towards sustainable production and consumption worldwide[3][5]. ### Key Activities and Objectives - Public-Private Partnerships: IDH fosters partnerships between governments, civil society organizations, and companies to create shared value and drive sustainable trade practices[3][5]. - Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): IDH focuses on contributing to the SDGs, particularly in areas like poverty reduction, environmental protection, and fair trade[3]. - Sector Focus: IDH operates in multiple sectors, including cocoa, coffee, palm oil, and more, aiming to transform these markets towards sustainability[1][3]. - Initiatives: IDH coordinates initiatives like the Sustainable Juice Covenant, which aims for 100% sustainable sourcing by 2030[2]. ### Governance and Structure - Executive Board: IDH is led by an Executive Board appointed by the Supervisory Board[1]. - Supervisory Board: Oversees the overall policy and functioning of IDH[1]. - Impact Committee: Focuses on the impact of IDH's work[1]. ### Global Presence IDH works in over 50 countries and has international representation in several regions, including Brazil, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Vietnam[5].