NESC 2028 Revision Cycle Moves Into Public Comment Phase

The National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), the United States’ framework for electrical safety published every five years by the IEEE Standards Association, is now in a key stage of its 2028 update.

European Standard EN 18061 Sets Rules for Second Life of EV Batteries

A new European Standard, EN 18061:2025, establishes clear rules for the safe repair, reuse, and preparation for repurposing of electric vehicle (EV) batteries and modules.

Lumar Awarded for Sustainable Operations Among SMEs in Slovenia

Lumar, a Slovenian manufacturer of  prefabricated houses, received a special recognition for sustainable operations in the ESG Champion Slovenia 2025 selection.

ATS Grants First Accreditations for Greenhouse Gas Verification in Serbia

The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has granted the first accreditations for verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reports.

Brazil Invites Feedback on Revision of ABNT NBR 10004-2 Waste Classification Standard

The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has opened the process for revising ABNT NBR 10004-2:2024,

UNI Releases UNI 11919 Part 2 Dedicated to Sustainability Reporting

The Italian national standards body UNI has released UNI 11919-2:2025, a new standard that defines processes for sustainability reporting and accountability.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of a Safety Footwear Manufacturer in Zhejiang, China

A life cycle assessment (LCA) was carried out for a safety footwear producer in Zhejiang, China,

Australia Releases Three Roadmaps on Batteries and EV Standards for Net Zero

Standards Australia, commissioned by the Department of Finance, has released three new standards roadmaps to support the country’s shift to net zero.

SCC Launches Young Leaders Program for Climate Resilience

Canada is launching a new program to empower young people to take the lead on climate adaptation.

Canada to Host ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) will host the ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto from October 25 to November 2.

A1 Slovenija Receives Gold Certificate for Tap Water Initiative

A1 Slovenija, one of the country’s leading telecommunications providers,

DIN Publishes New Standard for Measuring Impact of Climate Protection Measures

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has released DIN SPEC 91637, a new standard for measuring the impact of climate protection measures at local, regional, and national levels.

ISO 18969 Clinical Evaluation Standard Draft Advances Past Voting Stage

Voting on the Draft International Standard (DIS) for ISO 18969, Clinical evaluation of medical devices, closed on March 10, 2026, marking its progression to stage 40.60 within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

GLOBALG.A.P. Replaces Technical Committees With Five Working Groups and Names Members

Agraya has replaced GLOBALG.A.P. technical committees with five technical working groups (TWGs) and appointed members to each group, with up to 16 experts per group across five areas.

Renault Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers

Renault Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) for IATF 16949:2016, with the new version taking effect in April 2026 and applying to all suppliers across its global operations.

ISO 20417 Update Integrates Medical Device Information Into Safety Requirements

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the second edition of ISO 20417, replacing the 2021 version and reshaping how manufacturers provide information with medical devices by moving beyond labeling into a broader role tied to safety and usability.

ISO Releases Practical Guide To Integrating Multiple Management Systems

ISO has released a new publication, Integrated management systems – A practical guide (IMS PG), offering organizations a clear way to combine multiple management system standards into one coherent system.

ISO TR 25326 Gathers Global Examples Of Green Logistics In Practice

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TR 25326:2026, a new international standard that compiles case studies of green logistics to support lower-carbon operations across global supply chains.

BYD Joins IATF As First NEV-Only Automaker And Second Asian Member

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved the addition of BYD Group as a new member of IATF AISBL,

PAS 1958 Published To Connect Built Environment Data Standards

The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 1958:2026, a new guide that helps organizations understand how existing data and information standards in the built environment, including buildings and infrastructure, work together within a single framework. 

International Quality Awards 2026 Finalists Announced

The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), a professional body for quality management, has announced the finalists for its International Quality Awards 2026,

ASC Chain Of Custody Set To Become Supply Chain Module In Major Overhaul

The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), an international non-profit that sets standards for responsible seafood farming,

ISO 22000 Revision Enters Public Enquiry Stage

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has moved the revision of ISO 22000 to the public enquiry stage.

ISO 19011 Auditing Standard Enters Final Stage With Hybrid And Digital Shift

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 19011 to the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage.