UNE Leads Spanish Translation of IWA 48 Framework for Implementing ESG Principles

The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has led the translation of IWA 48, the global ESG (environmental, social, and governance) standard into Spanish, making it freely accessible for application across all Spanish-speaking countries.

Sweden Makes Natural Value Inventory Standards Freely Available

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (Naturvårdsverket) has purchased free access to standards developed by the Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) for natural value inventories, aiming to improve quality and enhance biodiversity protection.

Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers

The Italian Ministry of Health has launched the National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers (LNR-FIA) to enhance food safety regarding additives, enzymes, and flavorings.

CROLAB E-Newsletter Covers Conference Highlights, Accreditation Updates, and Food Testing

CROLAB, the Croatian Laboratories Association, has released its latest e-newsletter, E-Glasilo CROLAB No. 1/2025, dated February 2025.

Polish Center for Accreditation Seeks Feedback on Updated Certification Guidelines

The Polish Center for Accreditation (PCA) has released a draft update to the DACP-01 document, Accreditation of Bodies Certifying Persons, and is inviting comments until March 14, 2025.

NEN Initiates Development of Sustainability Guidelines for Medical Devices

In April 2025, the Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) will begin creating a Dutch Practical Guideline (NPR) focused on the sustainability of medical devices.

Spain Launches Website to Strengthen Quality Infrastructure

Spain has introduced a new website to emphasize the importance of a robust Quality Infrastructure (QI), which is essential for economic progress and societal well-being.

Germany Launches Standard for Sustainable Investment Criteria

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has released DIN 77236-2, establishing uniform criteria for evaluating sustainable financial products.

Italy Adopts ISO 14072 and ISO 14075 Life Cycle Assessment Standards

Italy has officially adopted the life cycle assessment (LCA) standards UNI ISO 14072:2025 and UNI ISO 14075:2025, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.

Dutch Experts Sought for New 'Chain of Custody' Standards

The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is seeking Dutch experts to contribute to the development of new 'chain of custody' standards, specifically ISO 13662 'Mass Balance' and ISO 13659 'Book and Claim'.

Swedish and Icelandic Accreditation Bodies Extend Collaboration for 2025

Since 2022, Swedac and Iceland's national accreditation body, ISAC, have collaborated to support ISAC's accreditation efforts.

New Accreditation Scheme for Renewable Gas Inspections in Spain

ENAC, in collaboration with Enagás, Spain’s Technical Manager of the Gas System, has introduced an accreditation scheme for inspecting renewable gas production facilities.