CEN and CENELEC Release Brochure on Trusted Standards to Prevent Greenwashing in Environmental Claims

Consumers often struggle to interpret sustainability labels, making it difficult to differentiate genuine environmental efforts from marketing claims.

Dutch Energy Sector Pushes for Circular Infrastructure as NEN Supports Transition

The Dutch energy sector is taking significant steps toward a circular economy to reduce the use of raw materials like aluminum, copper, and steel.

Inmetro Offers Exclusive License for Nanocarbon Technology to Drive Decarbonization

The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) and the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) have announced an exclusive licensing opportunity for a new technology that converts lignin, a common waste product in paper and biofuel production, into nanocarbon.

Upcoming Guidance to Pave the Way for Emission-Free Construction Sites in Denmark

A new guidance, DS/INF, is being developed to promote emission-free construction sites in Denmark, creating a shared understanding and framework for the industry.

Hydrogen Codes and Standards Roadmap Positions Canada for Clean Energy Growth

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) has published the Canadian Hydrogen Codes and Standards Roadmap to support the deployment of hydrogen technologies.

BSI Updates PAS 402 to Improve Waste Management and Boost Circular Economy

The British Standards Institution (BSI) has revised its waste resource management specification, PAS 402:2025, to help businesses enhance recycling quality, reduce compliance costs, and simplify data reporting.

Public Consultation Opens for European Standard on Factory Sustainability

A draft European standard for assessing factory sustainability is now open for public consultation until March 10.

Canada’s Communities Integrating Natural Assets into Financial Reporting with New Guide

A new guide titled Getting Nature into Financial Reporting has been released to help Canadian local governments include natural assets - such as wetlands, rivers, forests, and coastal dunes - in their financial reports.

China Releases New Standard for Assessing Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions

China has introduced GB/T 44915-2024, a national standard for assessing greenhouse gas emission reductions in waste gas, wastewater treatment, and waste residue recovery.

BNQ Unveils New Certification for Recycled Plastic Products

The Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ) now offers certification for companies in the plastics sector under the Canadian standard CAN/BNQ 3840-100.

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

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).