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MASE Launches Call to Promote 'Made Green in Italy' Product Certification
MASE Launches Call to Promote 'Made Green in Italy' Product Certification
The Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security (MASE) has announced a call for proposals to encourage participation in the voluntary "Made Green in Italy" program,
Inmetro Advances Discussions for “Green Seal” Certification Program
Inmetro Advances Discussions for “Green Seal” Certification Program
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) is progressing with plans to implement the "Green Seal Brasil" certification program, created by the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services (MDIC).
Taiwan Fluoro Technology Secures ISO 14064 Certification for Greenhouse Gas Control
Taiwan Fluoro Technology Secures ISO 14064 Certification for Greenhouse Gas Control
Taiwan Fluoro Technology has implemented the ISO 14064-1:2018 standard for greenhouse gas management, demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability.
Hongshuai Industrial Secures ISO 14064 Certification for Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Hongshuai Industrial Secures ISO 14064 Certification for Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Hongshuai Industrial Co., Ltd., a producer of tinned and bare copper wires, has been certified against the ISO 14064 standard for greenhouse gas inventory.
Serbia Releases ESG Framework Translation Following Recent Global Publication
Serbia Releases ESG Framework Translation Following Recent Global Publication
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has published the national translation of ISO’s IWA 48:2024, a framework for applying ESG principles.
New EU Regulation for Sustainable Packaging Targets Waste Reduction and Reuse
New EU Regulation for Sustainable Packaging Targets Waste Reduction and Reuse
The European Council has approved a new Regulation on packaging and packaging waste, aiming to reduce waste generation across the EU.
New UNE Report Compiles Standards Supporting the Circular Economy
New UNE Report Compiles Standards Supporting the Circular Economy
The Spanish Standardization Association (UNE) has released the report Standards Supporting the Circular Economy, developed by the UNE Circular Economy Advisory Committee.
NEN to Develop Standard for Ecological Health of Dutch Waters
NEN to Develop Standard for Ecological Health of Dutch Waters
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has announced the creation of a new standard for phytoplankton measurements in Dutch inland waters, beginning in 2025.
Six Hotels in Baku Earn Green Key Certification for Sustainability
Six Hotels in Baku Earn Green Key Certification for Sustainability
Six luxury hotels in Baku, Azerbaijan, have become the first in the country to receive Green Key certification, following comprehensive audits conducted by SGS.
Public Input Sought for French Eco-Design Standard Aimed at Helping Producers Go Green
Public Input Sought for French Eco-Design Standard Aimed at Helping Producers Go Green
France is seeking public input for the revision of the AFNOR standard NF X30-264, which aims to equip companies with the necessary tools to implement effective eco-design strategies.
Technology and Ecology Key to Unlocking Potential of Circular Economy
Technology and Ecology Key to Unlocking Potential of Circular Economy
The second part of the "Circular Economy Uncovered" series by Quality Austria explores how technological and ecological approaches can make the circular economy a practical reality, emphasizing the importance of closing material cycles.
New Dutch Standard for Environmental Hygiene of Soil, Sludge, and Groundwater
New Dutch Standard for Environmental Hygiene of Soil, Sludge, and Groundwater
The Netherlands' national standards organization, NEN, has introduced NEN 6693, a new standard for the environmental hygiene of soil, sludge, and groundwater.

Global News

FSC Releases Revised Trademark Standard and Starts Rollout for Certificate Holders
FSC Releases Revised Trademark Standard and Starts Rollout for Certificate Holders
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has released a revised trademark standard and has started rolling out guidance and support materials to help organizations transition to the updated requirements.
ISO 22095 Parts 2 And 3 Define Rules For Material Tracking Chain Of Custody Models
ISO 22095 Parts 2 And 3 Define Rules For Material Tracking Chain Of Custody Models
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22095-2 and ISO 22095-3, two new international standards that
CSR Labels and ISO 26000 Linked to Improved Business Performance
CSR Labels and ISO 26000 Linked to Improved Business Performance
A new international study by Responsibility Europe finds that organizations using recognized CSR (corporate social responsibility) labels outperform others economically and organizationally, confirming the growing importance of CSR frameworks and ISO 26000 worldwide.
Work Begins on Two Agrifood Data System Standards
Work Begins on Two Agrifood Data System Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has started work on two new international standards for agrifood data systems through ISO/TC 347, focused on crop data definitions and data exchange in greenhouse production.
ISO 17024 Enters Final Publication Stage
ISO 17024 Enters Final Publication Stage
The revision of ISO/IEC 17024, the international standard that sets requirements for bodies certifying persons, has entered its final publication stage, with release expected in March 2026.
MDSAP Updates Audit Approach Toward Risk-Based Assessments
MDSAP Updates Audit Approach Toward Risk-Based Assessments
The Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) has updated its audit approach, marking a notable shift in how medical device manufacturers are evaluated across participating regulatory jurisdictions.
AIAG–VDA Release Harmonized SPC Yellow Volume for Automotive Industry
AIAG–VDA Release Harmonized SPC Yellow Volume for Automotive Industry
The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) have released a joint Statistical Process Control (SPC) Manual. 
IAF Adds ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint To Its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement
IAF Adds ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint To Its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has decided to include ISO 14067 in its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (IAF MLA), extending mutual recognition to
BRCGS Publishes FAQ For Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS Publishes FAQ For Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released a new frequently asked questions (FAQ) document to support the implementation of the Global Standard Packaging Materials Issue 7.
GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Version 6 Audits Now Available for Combinable Crops and Plant Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Version 6 Audits Now Available for Combinable Crops and Plant Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has confirmed that audits are now available under Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 for combinable crops and plant propagation material, two product categories within the IFA certification framework.
LEAF Updates Its Marque Standard With Version 17.0 For Sustainable Agriculture
LEAF Updates Its Marque Standard With Version 17.0 For Sustainable Agriculture
LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) has launched version 17.0 of the LEAF Marque Standard, introducing updated requirements for sustainable agriculture as the scheme continues to expand globally.
Revised ISO 2859-1 Brings Formal Skip-Lot Rules and New Curve Methods
Revised ISO 2859-1 Brings Formal Skip-Lot Rules and New Curve Methods
The third edition of ISO 2859-1 has been published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), marking the first major revision of the international acceptance sampling standard in 27 years.
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