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SIS Launches New Tool to Help Companies Report Sustainability Work
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has launched an updated version of its self-declaration tool, SIS/TS 2:2025, designed to help organizations report their sustainability efforts in a clear, credible, and comparable way.
UK Opens Consultation on Draft Sustainability Reporting Standards Based on IFRS
The UK government has published draft sustainability reporting standards, UK SRS S1 and UK SRS S2, and opened a public consultation running until September 17.
Sino Group Recognized for Applying ISO 20400 in Procurement
Sino Group, one of Hong Kong’s leading property developers, has been recognized for aligning its procurement practices with the ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement – Guidance, following an independent assessment conducted by SGS.
European Guide CWA 18237 Helps Cities Build Healthier, Smarter Urban Spaces
A new CEN Workshop Agreement, CWA 18237:2025, offers European cities a practical guide for improving public health and wellbeing by combining nature, culture, and digital tools in city planning.
Germany Issues DIN SPEC 91508 for Choosing the Optimal Carbon Management Method
Germany has released DIN SPEC 91508, a free standard for carbon management that helps evaluate whether carbon capture and utilization (CCU) or carbon capture and storage (CCS) is the better choice in a given situation.
South Korea Proposes Revisions to Two GR Standards for Recycled Products
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has proposed updates to the quality certification standards for Excellent Recycled Products (GR) and launched a public consultation process.
ATS Completes First Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Verifiers
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has carried out its first-ever assessment of a body applying for verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reports.
Mercata VT Becomes First in Serbia Verified to ISO 14064-1 for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Mercata VT has become the first company in Serbia to be verified under ISO 14064-1, the international standard for quantifying and managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Korea Hosts Forum to Accelerate Standards for Eco-Friendly Plastics
Korea’s Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the Korea Conformity Laboratories (KCL) organized an international forum on June 12 in Seoul to address standardization in the bioplastics sector.
Netherlands Begins Work on Certification Scheme for Smart Charging Electric Vehicles
The Netherlands is moving forward with a certification scheme for smart charging electric vehicles, building on the recently published NTA 8043.
White Paper Analyzes EU Carbon Rules and Their Impact on Chinese Companies
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) and other members of the International Carbon Accounting and Verification Council (ICAVC),
Almaviva Group Receives ESG Recognition and ISO 37001 Certification from DNV
Almaviva Group has become the second company in the world to receive ESG Recognition from DNV, confirming its commitment to responsible governance and sustainability.Global News
ISSB Proposes Updates to Three SASB Standards, Refining Sustainability Reporting in Agriculture, Food and Power
The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued a consultation on proposed amendments to three Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards to support alignment with IFRS S1 and IFRS S2,
FSC Proposes New Approach To Intact Forest Landscapes Protection
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched two public consultations on draft Advice Notes to strengthen how Intact Forest Landscapes (IFLs) are managed and protected.
VDA Releases Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd Revised Edition for Public Review
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) Quality Management Center (QMC) has released the Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd revised edition, opening a public feedback period until May 12, 2026.
Technical Guides Explain 2026 Updates to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Global certification body Bureau Veritas has released two technical guides on the revised versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001,
VDA 20 Guide on AI in Quality Management Opens for Feedback
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released VDA 20 – AI in Quality Management as a draft document and opened it for public feedback until June 30, 2026,
ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.
ISO 17024 Third Edition Published: Updated Rules For Certification Of Persons
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the third edition of ISO/IEC 17024,
ISO 12100 Machinery Safety Revision Stalls Over Risk Definition Dispute
The revision of ISO 12100, the core standard for machinery safety, remains unresolved following a negative international vote, with key disagreements, including on alignment with EU requirements.
Sweden Introduces CBAM Accreditation for Emissions Verifiers, Reflecting Broader Global Shift in Climate Data Assurance
The Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment (SWEDAC) has introduced a new accreditation area for organizations verifying emissions data under the
Youth Leadership Program Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Environmental Cohort
Applications are now open for the third cohort of the Environmental Management Youth Leadership Group (YLG 3.0), an initiative of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting nominations for its Sustainable Forest Management Working Group, with submissions open until April 22, 2026.
