ABNT Launches Environmental Labeling Initiative and Opens Free Certification for Small Businesses

The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards, ABNT, has presented a new environmental labeling initiative and opened a selection process offering free certification for micro and small enterprises (MSEs).

NS 9410 Aquaculture Environmental Monitoring Standard Set for Revision

Norway is preparing to revise NS 9410, its national standard for monitoring seabed impacts from marine aquaculture, and is inviting experts to take part in the work.

China Unveils Climate Disclosure Framework for Companies

China has introduced a new national framework to guide how companies disclose climate-related information, marking a clear step toward broader and eventually mandatory climate reporting.

Made Green in Italy Opens New Application Window in January 2026

Italy has opened a new application window for the Made Green in Italy scheme, allowing companies to apply for support for product environmental footprint projects from January 12 to January 26, 2026.

Canada Sets CSA Z14090 Climate Adaptation Standard Based On ISO 14090

Canada has a new standard, CSA Z14090:25, designed to help organizations address climate change risks.

Circular Economy Roadmap: Peru Mexico and Colombia Join Forces on Packaging Plastics and Tourism Standards

Peru, Mexico, and Colombia are jointly developing a standardization roadmap to support the circular economy in the packaging, plastics, and tourism sectors.

European Climate Adaptation Standards Advance Under CEN and CENELEC

CEN and CENELEC are progressing European standardization work on climate adaptation,

How European Standardization Prepares For EU Circular Economy Act

European standardization bodies CEN and CENELEC are structuring how circular economy principles will be translated into practical rules, as the EU moves toward the adoption of the Circular Economy Act.

ABNT Completes Development of Sustainability Standard for Products and Services

The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has completed the development of ABNT NBR 20250,

Environmental Alliance of the Americas Approves Eco-Label Criteria for Cleaning and Paper Products

The Environmental Alliance of the Americas (Alianza Ambiental de América) has approved two sets of regional sustainability criteria under a shared eco-labeling program covering Latin America and the Caribbean.

Qiangsheng New Materials Completes GHG And Product Carbon Footprint Verification

Nantong Qiangsheng New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. has received verification statements for its greenhouse gas emissions and product carbon footprints,

Framework for Zero-Emission Areas Launched in Norway

A new Norwegian specification, SN-NSPEK 3719, is now available and sets out a clear framework for how zero-emission areas can be planned, calculated, and documented.

SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment

The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has opened public access to the draft version of ISO 9002, allowing organizations and quality professionals to read and comment on the official guidance for applying ISO 9001 before the document is finalized.

Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates

It has been a busy week for automotive quality, with four significant updates released for the sector.

ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 33400:2026, updating the international vocabulary for reference materials (RM) and certified reference materials (CRM).

TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance

The International Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC Council) has published a paper urging policymakers to recognize the ISO 14019 series as the framework for sustainability assurance,

IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs

International Featured Standards (IFS) has updated its Progress Scoring System brochure following the recent launch of IFS Progress Logistics 2.

CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners

The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) announced the winners of the International Quality Awards 2026 during the Quality Live event in London on June 25,

IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication

The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) has centralized the authentication of aerospace quality management system auditors, replacing the previous network of independent Auditor Authentication Bodies (AABs).

FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched a new online training course to support implementation of its revised trademark standard, FSC-STD-50-001 V3-0, which takes effect on July 1, 2026. 

SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft

The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has made the proposed second edition of ISO 45001 - draft available for free download and public review,

ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO/DIS 9002 for ballot, opening the international comment period on the revision of the guidance standard for applying ISO 9001. 

Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment

ISO 14060, the first international standard for net zero alignment, has entered public consultation.

EU Approves EN ISO 15223-1 for Medical Device and IVD Labeling

The European Commission (EC) has approved EN ISO 15223-1, the standard used for symbols on medical device and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) labeling, for use in demonstrating compliance with EU requirements for these products.